Today, in how to create the best homeschool schedule for kindergarten, I’m sharing tried and true tips for kindergarten homeschool curriculum.
Besides, having a kindergarten homeschool schedule is a must have to help you balance a learning day.
No, don’t create a homeschool schedule for your child, but for you. You’ll want a visual picture of what to teach.
In addition, most public schools plan for a nine month school year and include topics like Opening and Discussion in their day. Those things happen naturally with your child in a day.
There is no need to add segments like Opening and Discussion to your schedule.
I’ll explain their meaning in a minute, but the point is to keep your schedule simple and clean.
Do not add fluff to your schedule which can be used by public school to teach the masses.
Kindergarten Subjects
First, you want to start with the subjects that you want to teach in kindergarten.
And standards have changed through the years. However, children this age have not changed in how they develop.
Although the educational world touts more subjects to teach at the kindergarten level, they should not take place of what is developmentally appropriate for a child.
For example, look at subjects some of the state standards tout:
- math
- reading and language arts
- social studies
- science
- physical education
- health
- art
- music
- computer literacy and I even found
- environmental education
This list even compared to just 20 years ago has changed significantly to include more subjects.
Homeschool Kindergarten
Next, after being familiar with some of the subjects generally taught in kindergarten, you want to check your local state law.
Don’t complicate your schedule by adding more than is necessary to give you a guide.
For instance, Opening is used in public school as a way to start the day the same way each morning. Some schools say the pledge of allegiance, some sing a hymn and others open with a prayer. Some do all three or other things they choose.
Discussion allows children to share their thoughts with their peers.
In addition, many years ago like when our parents were in kindergarten, teachers stood in front of the class and talked with their students. That doesn’t happen as much today.
However, while at home, Opening and Discussion happens in a natural way. There is no need to schedule time to talk with your kindergarten.
Again, don’t follow a public school schedule.
Another example of a subject that does not need to be on your homeschool schedule is environmental education.
Children learn about nature and their environment around them by playing outside and by explaining to you what they find on a nature walk.
By being outside together, you naturally teach your child about the world around them just like you’ve been doing to this day. That doesn’t have to be reduced to scheduled time.
Easy Homeschool Kindergarten Schedule
As you can see, the most basic or foundation subjects are the only ones you need to add to your day.
Sometimes I’ve seen working homeschool moms who need to schedule a timeslot for play and nature. This makes sense because their family schedule is full.
However, if that is not your schedule, keep the schedule easy.
Look below at the time needed to cover the basic subjects.
| SUBJECT | AMOUNT OF TIME |
| MATH | 25 MINUTES |
| READING | 20 MINUTES |
| BUILDING THE 3RS (READING, ‘RITING, OR ‘RIMETIC) | 15 MINUTES |
| SCIENCE & HISTORY ALTERNATE | 30 MINUTES |
| ARTS, CRAFTS, GAMES, AND PLAYING OUTDOORS | AS MUCH TIME AS YOU CAN FIT IN FOR THE DAY |
As you can see, there is a TOTAL of 1:45 minute formal instruction time.
However, the WHOLE day is devoted to learning. Do not stress over the formal amount of time.
And do not underestimate the power of a little every day.
Other Homeschool Kindergarten Resources
- 60 Favorite Top Homeschooling Materials for Kindergarten
- 10 Affordable and Complete Homeschool Kindergarten Curriculum
- How to Effortlessly Blend Kindergarten Homeschool Subjects & Life
- BEST Free Kindergarten Homeschool Curriculum With A Gentle Approach (List)
- Delightful Kindergarten Homeschool Curriculum Which Promote a Love of Learning
Free Editable Homeschool Kindergarten Schedule Printable
Finally, I have a free editable schedule you can use for kindergarten.
However, I’ve created it where you can BOTH schedule and track if you want to.
Because play IS learning, tracking play learning time will show you how much your child really is learning.
If you don’t want to track, then fill out the form with the schedule that works for you for the year.
If you want to track weekly, you can simply fill it out by pen and add to your planner.
Too, you can add times the column and fill out the rest by pen as you track your child’s learning.
Also don’t forget, I have this Early Learner Planner which can go from Prek almost up to first grade.
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