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Homeschool Experiences

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I have been teaching for over 20 years in public school, homeschool, individual and group settings.  Watching information sink in, a lightbulb go on, or a student overcome a hurdle never gets old.  I’d love to work with you and your family!  Please contact me today.

Homeschool Experiences: Classes, Study Groups, Tutoring

 

I’m Susan Landry, a veteran teacher and homeschool parent.  For the past decade I’ve homeschooled my own kids, tutored individual students, and led study groups on topics like government, psychology, literature, and more.  I’ve also taught just about every age from pre-school through adult education.  While teaching 2nd grade, I was voted Teacher of the Year by my school.  I thrive on the creative and would love to craft something that will educate, inspire, and entertain your student or group.

 

Individual Tutoring and Study Groups

I offer both individual tutoring and study groups on the north side of the Twin Cities area in Minnesota.

Most tutoring clients prefer to meet once per week, but we can work out a schedule that works for you.  As a homeschool parent myself, I know that sometimes the most effective thing is someone other than mom teaching.  I love working with new or struggling readers, teaching math concepts, and helping bring clarity to difficult subjects.

I can help to reinforce what you’re already working on, or fully plan and teach a subject for you.  Tutoring can take place in your home, a local library, or at Pine Grove Bible Church in Brooklyn Park.

My specialty is working with elementary aged students, but I love working with middle and high schoolers as well (just no high school math!).  

The best time to get started with tutoring was a month ago…the next best time is now!

  • Affordable
  • Individualized
  • Effective
  • Fun!

 

Contact Susan to discuss pricing or to get more information about individual tutoring:

susan@thesparrowshome.com

 

Study Groups

Looking for a study group for middle or high schoolers?  Ask me about scheduling a 12 week course.  I really love working with teens, and study groups are the BEST!  They give students the opportunity to discuss, learn and grow in a small group setting.  Study groups are especially beneficial for homeschool students because it exposes them to a class setting, keeping track of assignments and working with a group.

Possible topics include things like:

  • Psychology
  • World Religions
  • Analyzing Literature
  • Book study (Great Gatsby, Animal Farm, etc.)
  • Environmental Science
  • American Government
  • U.S. Constitution
  • …and more

Study groups work best with groups of 4-8 students.  These are full courses, with weekly meetings (90 minutes in length), and assignments to complete at home throughout the week.

Add prep for CLEP or DSST exams (college credit granting exams) for no additional charge!

Study groups will either meet at Pine Grove Bible Church in Brooklyn Park or at your location.

 

Contact Susan to discuss pricing or to get more information on study groups:

susan@thesparrowshome.com

 

 

Learning experiences crafted just for your Minnesota homeschool group

Homeschooling allows for infinite creativity in learning.  But sometimes…the well runs dry.  Other times it’s just nice to have another voice or teaching style.  And sometimes, you simply want to do something unique and out of the ordinary to shake things up a bit.

  • Individualized themed events and courses custom designed and taught for you
  • Schedule with your co-op, study group, or get some homeschool families together
  • Introduce a new topic, tie up an area of study, interject some fun into your studies
  • Something for all ages– elementary through high school

 

What are you studying?  A particular book, author, country, science topic….. Whatever it is, we can craft a learning experience for your group.  

  • Poetry Tea 
  • Seasonal focus
  • History topic

 

Most events are about 2 hours in length and are held at Pine Grove Bible Church in Brooklyn Park, just north of the Twin Cities… or at your Minnesota location.  It’s up to you!

 

Contact Susan to discuss pricing or to get more information about one day events:

susan@thesparrowshome.com

 

 

Click here to learn about Homeschool Consulting with Susan

 

Curriculum and supplementary resources we've used for high school courses and to prepare for CLEP & DSST tests. Lots of links and a discount code!

 

 

Check out TheHomeSchoolMom’s Local Homeschool Directory for more local resources!

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  1. Tracy says

    June 19, 2018 at 6:06 pm

    My children did many of the different study groups with Susan, and not only did they enjoy the classes, they were better prepared for PSEO as a result! I know for a fact that along with my daughter’s hard work, these classes helped her get a 4.0 her first year. Thank you Susan!

    I would highly recommend any of the study groups! They are very thorough and Susan invests much more than just learning the material; she will help your child be a better student.

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    • Susan says

      June 19, 2018 at 8:27 pm

      Thanks, Tracy. 🙂 I so enjoy the study groups because the kids get to work with and learn from other kids, and yet because the groups are small, they don’t get lost. Teens often push themselves to do better work, I find, when they work with their peers.

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  2. Amy Blanchard says

    August 1, 2018 at 4:45 pm

    I have had two children attend college prep test study groups with Susan. They both ended up scoring well on their tests. More importantly, though, is that they both enjoyed learning through these study groups. One even commented that she wanted to be a homeschool mom like Susan. I wish we had started when they were younger to have the opportunity to take more of them!

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    • Susan says

      August 1, 2018 at 5:01 pm

      Thanks, Amy! Your girls are a delight!

      Reply
  3. Janine says

    August 5, 2018 at 9:45 am

    My kids participated in four study groups with Susan. Three of the subject areas had college prep tests and my kids passed all three on their first attempts. Susan’s encouragement and their testing success inspired them to do other credit tests based on other disciplines we were studying in our home school, and all were passed on the first attempts. Susan challenges her students towards higher level thinking: why did you formulate that answer, where is the evidence to support your answer. She consistently applies academics to worldview.
    My kids have this to say about Susan: She uses varying approaches to teach a lesson through engaging activities and practical application. She does not follow one text book or curriculum, but crafts a unique curriculum based on a variety of sources. Her emphasis is on comprehension and meeting various learning styles. Susan asks thought provoking questions and assigns relevant homework. On the lighter side, Susan allows her students to joke around but not so much that it distracts from the lesson, and always serves good food!

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    • Susan says

      August 5, 2018 at 7:37 pm

      Thank you so much, Janine! I so enjoyed doing study groups with your kids. It helped that they are geniuses and totally wonderful. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Michele Donnelly says

    May 7, 2020 at 5:37 pm

    My homeschooling blog, Raising Our Tribe, recently released one of the largest homeschool group search tools! There are almost 8,000 different homeschool groups, communities, and field-trips.

    To submit your homeschool group or to find a new group in your area, use our homeschool group search tool found here – https://www.raisingourtribe.org/local-support

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