So many of us homeschooling moms are running ourselves ragged trying to get it all done! I don’t think most of us have a conscious desire to supermoms, but I think that is the by-product of our “it’s just easier to do it myself” attitude. And honestly, it IS easier to do it ourselves… but are we doing ourselves or our children any favors? I think we all know children that have grown up with no responsibilities and have seen them spiral out of control once they meet the real world. And who’s fault is it? OURS! We have to prepare our children not just academically, but also for their roles within a family. Now, let me start here by saying I do believe in the biblical description of what the family relationship should be… a man is the head of the household and the wife is his helpmate. Does that mean the wife does it all? ABSOLUTELY NOT! As a matter of fact, if they do, something is out of balance in the family. Everyone that lives in the house that shares in the benefits of the household should also share in the upkeep and maintenance of the home. So, it’s time to start a home economics class in your homeschool!
Let’s start with defining some of the outcomes of starting a Home Economics Class. 1. To get help around the house, in my opinion, is a viable and reasonable answer. 2. The need to teach our children how to maintain a household. 3. We can integrate other courses into Home Economics.
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