There is no denying the fact that a homeschooling parent can find a huge amount of data on the internet to help in the classroom. The problem often lies in finding and using the material to its optimal. Here are some suggestions that you may find useful when searching for homeschool resources online.
Free or Paid?
The first question you need to ask yourself is how much are you willing to pay for the homeschool resources? Would you prefer to pay in money and save time for ready and available resources? Or would you like to save money and spend some time in order to get free resources off the net? Once you know exactly what you are looking for it will be easier to find.
Terms to Specify What You Are Looking For
Instead of looking for “Homeschool materials” or “Homeschool resources” try using keywords such “activity book grade five” or “used science curriculum book grade three”. The more specific you are the better chance you have of finding a resource that you will be able to use effectively. Add the word “free” in order to see what other results the search engine may throw up.
Shipping and Additional Costs
While getting digital downloads is the easiest way to have your homeschool resources delivered, you may have to get other materials shipped to your location. This holds true of used homeschool books. Even if the books are being offered free, the shipping charges will have to be met. Make sure you contact the people about any additional costs that you may have to pay when getting the materials from them.
Returns Policy
Sometimes you may inadvertently order things second hand which are not suited for your purpose. Rather than being stuck with low cost books that you are not going to use, it is a good idea to discuss a returns policy with the person you are dealing with. Have a clause to return whatever material you are not going to use in order for a percentage refund of your money. That way you are not stuck with things you don’t need.
