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Discover the learning style of your spouse and yourself. How do you learn? Do you and your spouse learn by hearing? seeing? hands on? a combination? More than likely, your child's learning style will probably be very close to you and your spouse. Watch your child and make an assessment. Realize, of course, that this is only an initial assessment that will, most likely, change. Next, talk with your spouse to discover what bored you both while attending school. Now, watch your child. What bores your child? Try not to do the things in a way that promotes boredom for you or your child during homeschool.
Begin to review the various methods of education (e.g. classical Christian education, classical education, unit study, eclectic, etc.). Which appeals to you? Do not be surprised if various parts of each method may be appealing. Chances are you will find many pieces from each method that is appealing to you. That is not a problem. Take those areas that are appealing and adopt them to your own style.