This allows parents to have time for themselves. Some people also get up an hour before their children. Others simply have a set time that they retire to their bedroom when children are allowed only to interrupt for life and death situations. Homeschooling can be expensive if you try to buy everything that is available. Use your local library whenever possible to avoid purchasing books.
Many libraries also offer CDs, book tapes, and software.
Buy used materials whenever possible. There are quite a few online used materials message boards. Buy materials that you can use with more than one child. Remember that expensive doesn t always mean best. Programs like the Miquon Math series are quite inexpensive and excellent materials.