HOMESCHOOLING STYLES AND METHODS | 8 Popular Homeschool Styles | How to Start Homeschooling | Part 4

In this video, I will be doing a short summary of 8 popular homeschool styles or methods of education. Of course, there are more than the ones that I cover here, but this video will give you a good, general idea of some very common ones. I hope that by watching this, you might have a better understanding of what you might want your homeschool to look like. This, in turn, should help you when you are planning out your homeschool, setting goals, purchasing curriculum, planning your schedule and routines, etc.

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00:00 Introduction
00:40 Traditional Style
02:15 Classical Style
04:15 Charlotte Mason Style
08:30 Montessori Style
11:05 Waldorf Style
14:20 Unit Study
15:45 Unschooling
17:45 Eclectic Style
19:20 Conclusion
20:25 Course Correction

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[mountainmamashome]

I am a homeschool mentor for new homeschool mom's and look for video's describing homeschool styles regularly. You did one of the best jobs describing the styles that I've seen yet. Thank you for making this video!

[kaylawolstencroft]

I love that you mentioned the Charlotte Mason method resonates with you! We have been using that and the Waldorf method but I didn’t even realize that’s what we’re doing. All children are naturally curious but also need leading towards wholesome ideas. I also found that the Good and the Beautiful is a great start to blending several of these methods. Thank you for sharing this video!

[Frm_nature]

Eclectic HSer is def what I am! I plan to incorporate a few things from all the different styles, they are all so cool and interesting! I can’t wait to see what my sons are most interested in 😊

[dominique]

Thank you for this, I'm currently in a virtual school setting and this is not what our family was seeking. I'm now searching high and low for a curriculum that we all will enjoy and provide flexibility.

[RockSimmer-galGod]

We began with the traditional style as we pulled out our kids from school, we found that it didn’t work. We found that our room never got used. I love the classical style but not fully!!! We don’t see the need to learn Latin!!! We love the idea of memory work and debating!!! I also love the Charlotte Mason idea of living books and short lessons!!! We find that we get natural narration!!! I believe that kids can learn from pretend play!!! Role play can be used for education even for adults. When I was training to be a preschool teacher we did. role play, along with learning from the teacher so I use role play in our homeschool a lot!!! We love unit studies!!! We probably unschool more than we think!!!

[analyticalchick]

I'm a nanny with a background in homeschool families. I've worked for Waldorf and Montessori families. Waldorf uses 3 planes of development-7 years each. The first plane is hands-ie motor skills focused. The second plane is head- ie academics, the 3rd is heart-bringing it all together with your heart/soul. At 21 years old, the third plane ends. Montessori has 4 planes-6 years each, but I don't know as much about Montessori. I feel like Charlotte Mason is similar to Waldorf and Montessori. I'll have to find your videos on her methods to learn more. I have not worked for a Charlotte Mason family yet. You were point on though in the rest of their differences.

[mylittlehomeschoolinthewoods]

I love the idea of the Charlotte Mason method even though it’s not necessarily what we follow :)

[machaelaailene]

Definitely love the idea of picking different things from different styles. Particularly Charlotte Mayson. Would love to see more on that style. Thank you for sharing m

[fernandadallicani]

I’ve just find you and loved the way you explain everything, I’ll start homeschool my 2 kids ( 5&4 ) next year, till now I’ve researching but still felling lost and overwhelmed, especially cause I went to school to a foreign country..Thank you 🙏

[goingtheextramile]

Great way to explain all the different styles.

[mrs.rogersneighborhood]

I’m definitely Eclectic. I like to pick and choose from different things.

[SevenInAll]

Great job walking us through all of these different styles. I always describe our homeschool style as "incurably eclectic." I like memory work and good literature...we probably have less nature than many of these styles, with our urban homeschool lifestyle.

[vittlesnskittles]

thank you! i’m new and all the curriculum info really stressed me out but this video helps me to categorize and see which ones to rule out. i really appreciate this video!

[speedylitsonic]

Somehow using son’s account! But live your videos! In middle of fighting this all out. Kids still in public school.

[thehighlandlife]

So interesting to hear others perspective on other styles of home schooling. I am always intrigued how others describe unschooling! As it’s often misunderstood.
Thanks for sharing I have no doubts this will be helpful to new homeschoolers xxx

[HomegrownHomeschool]

I think you did a great job describing all the different homeschool styles, Davene. I've never heard of the Waldorf style before. We totally do a mix of Charlotte mason and unit studies over here!

[graceelizabeth]

This is a wonderful and informative video. It has answered questions I have had. Thanks!

[christinacameron]

How is the child credited with a diploma for the graduation? How do they graduate? Are there state tests they need to pass for general education for the diploma?

[laniloveaj]

Hello, this maybe a weird question. How many months out the year to you teach?

[mrs.rogersneighborhood]

I like using games as well. So, I tend to do a lot of Gameschooling.