{"id":814,"date":"2025-07-28T09:00:53","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T09:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/founder-leigh-bortins-answers-common-homeschooling-questions\/"},"modified":"2025-08-27T14:21:53","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T14:21:53","slug":"founder-leigh-bortins-answers-common-homeschooling-questions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/founder-leigh-bortins-answers-common-homeschooling-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 3 Homeschool Questions Answered by Leigh Bortins"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div><p><strong>Considering homeschooling but unsure where to begin?<\/strong><br \/>\nYou\u2019re not alone. Many parents exploring homeschool options are filled with questions: <em>Can I really do this? What does a typical day look like? Will my kids fall behind?<\/em><\/p>\n<p>In this article, Leigh Bortins\u2014veteran homeschool mom and founder of Classical Conversations\u2014shares her honest answers to the three questions she\u2019s asked most often. Drawing on years of experience and a deep love for family learning, Leigh offers practical tips and personal encouragement to help you confidently take the next step in homeschooling.<\/p>\n<h2>The Top Three Homeschool Questions Answered<\/h2>\n<p>First, hear from Leigh as she addresses several homeschool questions and offers advice for parents who want to homeschool but can\u2019t figure out where to start.<\/p>\n<div class=\"oembed vimeo responsive-container\"><div class=\"video-embed\"><iframe class=\"lazy\" title=\"Leigh Bortins&#039; HEAV Presentation\"  src=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/451674532?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\"  width=\"500\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe> <\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Q: What\u2019s the best part about homeschooling?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Leigh:<\/strong><br \/>\nThere are so many benefits to homeschooling, but for me, the best part was the relationship. It was what I call the \u201ccomedy show.\u201d We just laughed so much\u2014at the breakfast table, during lessons, in the car. My husband and kids were always cracking jokes, and I loved being there for it all. That time together built strong family bonds that are still going strong now that my kids are grown.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, there are academic perks\u2014customized curriculum, flexible schedules\u2014but the real joy was simply being with my children, watching them grow, and sharing in their lives every day.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re still close as a family today, and I think all that laughter had something to do with it.\u201d<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/the-joy-of-the-foundations-program-2\/\">The Joy of the Foundations Program<\/a><\/h4>\n<h2>Q: What if I don\u2019t have the right homeschool resources?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Leigh:<\/strong><br \/>\nYou probably have more than you think! Resources don\u2019t have to mean expensive curriculum or fancy tools. Education happens all around you.<\/p>\n<h3>Learn from Nature<\/h3>\n<p>Nature is one of the best (and most underused) resources. Watch birds, observe the clouds, study trees. Creation points children to wonder and teaches them to notice the world God made.<\/p>\n<h3>Learn from the Internet<\/h3>\n<p>If you have a computer and wi-fi, you have access to an endless supply of learning materials\u2014articles, podcasts, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@Classical_Conversations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube tutorials<\/a>. Try <a href=\"https:\/\/refiningrhetoric.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Refining Rhetoric<\/em><\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/everydayeducatorpodcast.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Everyday Educator<\/em><\/a> to hear from other Classical Conversations families. CC members also have access to thousands of online resources through the CC Connected portal.<\/p>\n<h3>Learn from People<\/h3>\n<p>There are so many generous, talented people in your community who love to share what they know. One of my sons wanted to learn glassblowing\u2014something I knew nothing about! He found a local artisan to teach him, and it became a valuable part of his education.<\/p>\n<h3>Learn from Books<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversationsbooks.com\/\">Books<\/a> are still my favorite. They\u2019re portable, reliable, and packed with wisdom. I worry that people aren\u2019t reading as much anymore\u2014we&#8217;re turning to podcasts and screens. But nothing replaces the thoughtful work of reading a good book.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cBooks let you stand on the shoulders of great thinkers. And they\u2019re always available\u2014even if no one else is.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>You can <a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/favorite-read-alouds\/\">read aloud as a family<\/a>, pass books around and discuss them, or visit the library weekly to stock up. There\u2019s no one right way to do it, and you don\u2019t have to teach everything yourself. Let the world help.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/best-books-for-homeschooling-parents\/\">Best Books for Homeschooling Parents<\/a><\/h4>\n<h2>Q: How should I structure my day as a homeschool parent?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Leigh:<\/strong><br \/>\nThat\u2019s a big one\u2014and honestly, after so many years of homeschooling, I don\u2019t think in strict schedules anymore. But I do have two daily habits I always recommend to new parents:<\/p>\n<h3>Read for Two Hours<\/h3>\n<p>Spend one hour reading aloud to your kids\u2014something rich and interesting, across different topics and reading levels. Then give them another hour to read independently. Let them start with what they love. Over time, they\u2019ll grow into more challenging and rewarding material. Here are <a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/interest-your-child-reading\/\">three steps to interest your child in reading<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cDaily reading opens the door to deep conversations and a rich education\u2014and it doesn\u2019t cost a thing.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3>Use \u201cCar School\u201d<\/h3>\n<p>We all spend time in the car\u2014heading to community, sports, music lessons, and church. Use that time for what I call \u201ccar school.\u201d We listened to memory songs, sang together, or played educational audiobooks.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s perfect for memorization and vocabulary-building. And if you get tired of hearing the fifty states sung again and again, switch to a podcast or stories like <a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversationsbooks.com\/collections\/jim-hodges-audiobooks?page=1&amp;utm_campaign=7171494-blog-Bookstore&amp;utm_source=bookstore&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_term=bookstore&amp;utm_content=Jim%20Hodges%20Audiobooks\">Jim Hodges\u2019s audiobooks<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cI called it \u2018captured time.\u2019 You\u2019re all together\u2014so why not learn something along the way?\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>These two habits\u2014daily reading and car school\u2014create a rhythm for your day without needing a rigid schedule.<\/p>\n<h2>Leigh\u2019s Quick Recap<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>What\u2019s the best part of homeschooling?<\/strong> Laughing together and building strong family relationships.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Worried about resources?<\/strong> Use what you already have\u2014nature, books, community, and the internet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Not sure how to structure your day?<\/strong> Focus on daily reading and use travel time as learning time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>More Frequently Asked Homeschool Questions<\/h2>\n<p>Still have questions? Here are a few of the most common questions new homeschool parents ask\u2014and quick answers to get you started. Click the links to learn more about each topic.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>How do I start homeschooling?<\/strong><br \/>\nResearch your state\u2019s requirements, make sure both parents are on board, decide which curriculum fits your child\u2019s needs, and find a community to learn alongside. \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/what-to-know-before-you-start-homeschooling\/\">10 Tips to Get Started Homeschooling<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>What curriculum should I use?<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen choosing homeschool curriculum, keep your goals, your child\u2019s learning style, and your budget in mind. \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/choose-homeschool-curriculum\/\">How to Choose the Best Homeschool Curriculum<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>What does a typical homeschool day look like?<\/strong><br \/>\nEvery family\u2019s day is different, but starting together in God\u2019s Word, then helping the youngest to the oldest students throughout the day typically works best. \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/how-to-schedule-your-homeschooling-day-part-1\/\">How to Schedule Your Homeschool Day<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>What about socialization? Will my child have friends?<\/strong><br \/>\nHomeschooling is not Alone-schooling. Finding a community means finding fellowship, encouragement, and accountability. \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/how-to-schedule-your-homeschooling-day-part-2\/\">The Power of Community<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Can I homeschool through high school?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes, and Classical Conversations provides the curriculum and community for you to teach your students in classical, Christian education.\u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/how-to-homeschool-through-high-school\/\">How to Homeschool Through High School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>How do I know if homeschooling is right for our family?<\/strong><br \/>\nEach family should consider the benefits and hurdles to homeschooling. Classical Conversations believes that you are your child\u2019s best teacher and that God has equipped you to educate your children. \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/classicalconversations.com\/blog\/homeschooling-pros-and-cons-is-homeschooling-right-for-your-children\/\">Is Homeschooling Right for Your Children?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Ready to Start Your Homeschool Journey?<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re just beginning or need encouragement along the way, Classical Conversations is here to help. 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