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How to Homeschool | A Step by Step Guide

08/07/2021

There is so much information out there about homeschooling it can be confusing. Trying to get your head around all curricula, the different philosophies, planning, and assessments… it can get so overwhelming. Launch Your Homeschool will provide you with the tools you need to find your own way, which will suit your beautifully unique family.

In Episode 49 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share how Launch Your Homeschool is an online homeschooling course that is designed to help Muslim families start homeschooling their children, so you know what it’s all about and you can make a decision if it is the right fit for your family.

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How to Homeschool | Step by Step Guide

Launch your Homeschool is an online programme designed to help Muslim families start homeschooling their children.

Built upon a foundation of Islamic values and the framework of the Charlotte Mason Philosophy, it is a systematic, step-by-step approach to Homeschooling. Where you’ll build a strong foundation in your homeschool, so you can successfully homeschool year after year.

You can find your own way, based upon your values, your unique children, and family dynamics.

A large part of the course is dedicated to Homeschool planning and time management; so that you can begin your homeschooling journey positively and with confidence. I also go into detail about common pitfalls and mistakes homeschoolers make in their first year so you can avoid them!

The video lessons short (around 20 minutes), but packed with value. Everything is recorded and you have lifetime access.

There are also two community pages (one on and one off Facebook), a homeschool planning material, accompanying worksheets, quarterly group coaching calls with Gemma, and incredible Bonus masterclasses from external speakers.

Related: Our Homeschooling Story

How to Start Homeschooling Course

Launch Your Homeschool is an online course that will hold your hand and walk you through the beginning stages of homeschooling, built upon the framework of the Charlotte Mason philosophy.

I teach you how to choose the right subjects for your homeschool, how to choose the right resources and plan out your year to create a homeschool experience that aligns with the values and beliefs of your family.

I show you the essential teaching techniques that you’ll need to know to get started. There’s even an entire module on how to manage your time so you can still cook, keep the house tidy and take care of yourself, all whilst homeschooling your children!

Interested?

Launch Your Homeschool is open for enrolment between 5th-11th July 2021.

For More Information – CLICK HERE

https://ourmuslimhomeschool.com/courses

Peace and Love,

No Time to Homeschool? A Muslim Homeschool Schedule

03/07/2021

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How long does homeschooling actually take? Do I really have time to home educate my kids? Here’s a real-life look at a Muslim Homeschool schedule…

When considering homeschooling, as parents we worry that we will have to fill so many hours of the day teaching our children. Homeschooling is not school, we are not replicating a school at home! The beauty of homeschooling is that we do not need to start at 9 am and finish at 3 pm.

In Episode 47 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share how much time homeschooling really takes!

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Real-life Muslim Homeschool Schedule

Homeschooling doesn’t take as long as learning in school because:

You’re working one-on-one, can tailor the learning to the child and can move through the material faster

There is no time wasted with classroom management tasks

Homeschooling will probably only take a few hours per child each day, depending upon their age

You can homeschool at whatever time suits your family’s routine

How to Start the Homeschooling Course

Launch Your Homeschool is an online course that will you hold your hand and walk you through the beginning stages of homeschooling, built upon the framework of the Charlotte Mason philosophy.

I teach you how to choose the right subjects for your homeschool, how to choose the right resources and plan out your year to create a homeschool experience that aligns with the values and beliefs of your family.

I show you the essential teaching techniques that you’ll need to now to get started. There’s even an entire module on how to manage your time so you can still cook, keep the house tidy and take care of yourself, all whilst homeschooling your children!

Interested?

Launch Your Homeschool is open for enrolment between 5th-11th July 2021.

For More Information – CLICK HERE

http://launchyourhomeschool.com

Peace and Love,

How to Start Homeschooling | It’s NOT what you think!

03/07/2021

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Setting yourself up for success when you start homeschooling can be a challenge. As parents, we struggle with confidence when starting this journey. The key is to realise that homeschooling is a lifestyle. It changes the way you live and yet you need to design it around your family.

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In Episode 46 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share ways to reframe the way you look at starting your homeschool journey.

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How to Start Homeschooling – It’s not what you think!

Reconsider the way you are planning to start homeschooling:-

Don’t rush into a full day of school from day one. Begin slowly.
Begin with a subject that you or they enjoy.
Don’t begin with where they are “behind”
Observe your child – how they learn, what lights them up, and where they struggle
Learn about homeschooling through books, podcasts, and blogs.
Get familiar with the law where you live. This e-book is Really useful!

Related: Our Homeschool Journey

How to Start our Homeschooling Course

Launch Your Homeschool is an online course that will you hold your hand and walk you through the beginning stages of homeschooling, built upon the framework of the Charlotte Mason philosophy.

I teach you how to choose the right subjects for your homeschool, how to chose the right resources and plan out your year to create a homeschool experience that aligns with the values and beliefs of your family.

I show you the essential teaching techniques that you’ll need to now to get started. There’s even an entire module on how to manage your time so you can still cook, keep the house tidy and take care of yourself, all whilst homeschooling your children!

Interested?

Launch Your Homeschool is open for enrolment between 5th-11th July 2021.

For More Information – CLICK HERE

https://ourmuslimhomeschool.com/courses

Peace and Love,

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Can I Homeschool if I’m NOT a Teacher?

02/07/2021

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Many parents shy away from homeschooling as they doubt their own abilities to teach because they believe they do not have the ‘right’ qualifications. Does your level of education really determine your ability to homeschool your own children? Is the school teacher more qualified than the parent to teach their child? Do you need a degree to homeschool or is love for your children and learning enough?

In Episode 45 of the Raising Mums podcast, I discuss whether parents need qualifications to homeschool their children.

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Do I need to be a teacher to homeschool?

You do not need qualifications to homeschool your children
No teacher can match you, as a parent, in devotion, dedication, and love. You would do whatever it takes.
The teaching model in school is very different from homeschooling.
No one knows their child as well as you do.

Related: Dealing with Naysayers

How to Start the Homeschooling Course

Launch Your Homeschool is an online course that will you hold your hand and walk you through the beginning stages of homeschooling, built upon the framework of the Charlotte Mason philosophy.

I teach you how to choose the right subjects for your homeschool, how to choose the right resources and plan out your year to create a homeschool experience that aligns with the values and beliefs of your family.

I show you the essential teaching techniques that you’ll need to now to get started. There’s even an entire module on how to manage your time so you can still cook, keep the house tidy and take care of yourself, all whilst homeschooling your children!

Interested?

Launch Your Homeschool is open for enrolment between 5th-11th July 2021.

For More Information – CLICK HERE

http://launchyourhomeschool.com

Peace and Love,

Charlotte Mason in Our Muslim Homeschool

29/06/2021

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All education philosophies have the child as the focus but why has Charlotte Mason Homeschooling gained so much popularity, and what is it? Many muslim homeschoolers are also adopting Charlotte Mason for their Muslim Homeschool, so how can it positively impact your children and your family?

In Episode 44 of the Raising Mums podcast, I discuss Charlotte Mason for Muslim Homeschoolers.

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Charlotte Mason and Muslim Homeschool

The Charlotte Mason philosophy is god-centric.
Works with the innate nature of the child, and not against it
Provides a broad and thorough curriculum
It Prepares children well for further education

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How to Start Homeschooling Course

Launch Your Homeschool is an online course that will you hold your hand and walk you through the beginning stages of homeschooling, built upon the framework of the Charlotte Mason philosophy.

I teach you how to choose the right subjects for your homeschool, how to chose the right resources and plan out your year to create a homeschool experience that aligns with the values and beliefs of your family.

I show you the essential teaching techniques that you’ll need to now to get started. There’s even an entire module on how to manage your time so you can still cook, keep the house tidy and take care of yourself, all whilst homeschooling your children!

Interested?

Start Homeschooling with Launch Your Homeschool

Launch Your Homeschool is open for enrolment between 5th-11th July 2021.

For More Information – CLICK HERE

https://ourmuslimhomeschool.com/courses

Peace and Love,

SOCIALISATION and Homeschooling | Are Home educated kids missing out?

26/06/2021

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When considering homeschooling many parents are worried about socialisation and homeschool. By not sending them to school, parents worry if their children will be socially ‘deprived’ if they will be able to fend for themselves from bullies, and as parents will we be holding them back?

In Episode 43 of the Raising Mums podcast, I discuss socialisation and homeschooling, and are homeschooling kids really missing out?

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Socialisation and Homeschooling

Homeschooling allows us to cultivate a child’s inner circle of close relationships that have a strong influence on a child
Can intentionally add more diversity into a child’s social circle
Can protect from many negative influences but not from all negative experiences

How to Start Homeschooling Course

Launch Your Homeschool is an online course that will you hold your hand and walk you through the beginning stages of homeschooling, built upon the framework of the Charlotte Mason philosophy.

I teach you how to choose the right subjects for your homeschool, how to choose the right resources and plan out your year to create a homeschool experience that aligns with the values and beliefs of your family.

I show you the essential teaching techniques that you’ll need to know to get started. There’s even an entire module on how to manage your time so you can still cook, keep the house tidy and take care of yourself, all whilst homeschooling your children!

Interested?

Launch Your Homeschool is open for enrolment between 5th-11th July 2021.

For More Information – CLICK HERE

https://ourmuslimhomeschool.com/courses

Peace and Love,

Homeschool Planning: How to Get Ready for Monday!

22/06/2021

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Nothing sets your homeschool up for a good week like having a plan in place! Homeschool planning puts your mind at rest, help the children ease into the week, and actually helps you all to get more done.

Homeschool Planning: How to Get Ready for Monday Morning!

In Episode 42 of the Raising Mums podcast, I share the planning system I use on Sunday to get my homeschool ready for the week ahead.

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Homeschool Planner Mentioned:

Homeschool Planet – Get a 30 Day FREE Trial of this Online Homeschool Planner!

How to Start Homeschooling Course

Launch Your Homeschool is an online course that will you hold your hand and walk you through the beginning stages of homeschooling, built upon the framework of the Charlotte Mason philosophy.

I teach you how to choose the right subjects for your homeschool, how to chose the right resources and plan out your year to create a homeschool experience that aligns with the values and beliefs of your family.

I show you the essential teaching techniques that you’ll need to now to get started. There’s even an entire module on how to manage your time so you can still cook, keep the house tidy and take care of yourself, all whilst homeschooling your children!

Interested?

Launch Your Homeschool is open for enrolment between 5th-11th July 2021.
For More Information – CLICK HERE

https://ourmuslimhomeschool.com/courses

Peace and Love,

Be Prepared for When Ramadan Starts – Practical Tips

29/03/2021

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Ramadan is almost here, you might be wondering what can you can do to prepare for when Ramadan starts?

What can you do to make the most out of this Ramadan? The first thing you need to do is prepare!

It’s not too late! In fact, there are some very important things you can do now to get ready for when Ramadan starts.

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Preparing for When Ramadan Starts

In Episode 40 of the Raising Mums podcast, I give you three ways you can prepare for the start of Ramadan now!

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JOIN the Ramadan Book Club for FREE TODAY! CLICK HERE: http://ramadanbookclub.com

Each week we’ll be reading a beautiful Islamic children books together.

Join thousands of other families across the world, as we do Ramadan activities together, that are themed around each book, and share them in the Ramadan Book Club facebook community.

Your children get to meet the authors in four LIVE story time events. The authors will read their book aloud to you kids, and answer their questions. How incredible is that?! And for those who can’t make it to the live event, don’t worry! The story time sessions will be recorded. insha’Allah

So what are you waiting for? Create a meaningful Ramadan for your kids and SIGN UP NOW!

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Peace and Love,

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Ramadan Book Club for Kids | Ramadan Activities

22/03/2021

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When kids experience Ramadan, they do more than watch their parents fast and help with iftar. During Ramadan, children build important memories which will influence how they feel about Ramadan and other Islamic traditions in later life. As parents, it’s our responsibility to do our best to make these memories and feelings positive, to show an Islamic lifestyle is exciting and fascinating.

Here at Our Muslim Homeschool, we are introducing the Ramadan Book Club! Aimed at kids aged 4-9, we have gathered stories and activities for you to enjoy with your children throughout the month of Ramadan. Each book and activity has been selected to help you get the most out of this month without adding to your stressful workload!

Ramadan book club for kids - Create a meaningful ramadan for your kids

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Children respond positively to stories – as do most humans. For centuries, cultures around the world have used stories to instil important lessons and sentiments in their communities. For this reason, stories are a powerful resource when trying to teach our children Islamic principles. But how do we find the time to use stories in an efficient way and still make the most of Ramadan for ourselves?

The Ramadan Book Club for Kids

We have carefully chosen 4 books for your family to enjoy together during Ramadan – one for each week. Each book wonderfully encapsulates important aspects of Ramadan for your kids to absorb, discuss, and reflect on.

If you register with The Ramadan Book Club, you receive specially designed book packs which guide you through a range of activities linked with each story we read together. Ramadan can be filled with busy days, and these book packs have been designed to help you bond with your children in a way that will bring minimal stress to you. So, don’t worry; you can pick and choose which activities suit you and your family, or you may just want to enjoy the books. It’s completely flexible – do as much or as little as you’d like!

By registering, you participate in an online community as we all share our experiences with the book packs. You’ll even be able to join a virtual meet-up with the authors of the books!

To Join the Ramadan Book Club, CLICK HERE: http://ramadanbookclub.com

It is completely free to join the Ramadan Book Club, but if you would like to donate to The Olive Mount Project you can do so HERE.

In episode 39 of the Raising Mums Podcast, I share more about how the Ramadan Book Club will work.

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The Ramadan Kids Books

Here are the books we will be reading as part of the Ramadan Book Club:

Week 1 – Lailah’s Lunchbox by Reem Faruqi [Purchase Here UK USA]

Week 2 – Who Will Help Me Make Iftar? By Asmaa Hussein [Purchase Here UK USA]

Week 3 – Ramadan Around the World by Ndaa Hassan [Purchase Here UK USA]

Week 4 – Under the Ramadan Moon by Sylvia Whitman [Purchase Here UK USA]

A FULL List of Worldwide Stockists is provided in the Welcome Pack when you Register.

Next steps

So, how do you get involved? Simply Register HERE :

http://ramadanbookclub.com

You will receive:

A welcome pack with a calendar and lunar tracker for your children, as well as valuable advice on how to read aloud as a family, no matter how old your children are!
Four separate book packs with a variety of activities based on each book
Invitations and details to special “Story Time” virtual events

Remember, this event is completely FREE to join! I pray these resources benefit you and your family and bring you closer to each other as well as closer to Allah during this blessed month, inshaAllah.

Peace and Love,

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How to Homeschool – The ONE THING you MUST DO!

15/03/2021

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As homeschooling mums, we’re constantly trying to find the right balance.We agonise over our homeschool plans and are always trying to learn how to homeschool better.

But some days homeschooling doesn’t follow the plan. On those days, when you’re tired, or you feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day, what should you prioritise? What is the ONE THING you MUST DO when you homeschool?

How to Homeschool

Find out in Episode 38 of the Raising Mums podcast!

How to Homeschool | Step by Step Guide

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How to Start Homeschooling – It’s not what you think!

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Do I need to be a teacher to homeschool?

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Homeschool Planning: How to Get Ready for Monday Morning!

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Preparing for When Ramadan Starts

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