Create a learning environment in your home. A desk, computer, books and supplies will go nowhere if you, the teacher, are not excited about learning. Show your child that it is fun to learn by reading a new book or trying something new. Children model parents' behavior.
Reevaluate your expectations of your child. Goals should be reasonable and attainable. Older children should also be involved in the goal setting process. Communicate goals with younger children.
Discover your child's learning style. The three types of learning styles are visual, auditory and kinesthetic. Visual learners like to read books, look at charts and highlight words. Auditory learners like to talk, listen to someone read and use rhyming words to remember important facts. Kinesthetic learners like to use hands-on activities, build things and write down information. Create projects based on your child's learning style.
Ask for the help of other families that homeschool their children. Get an outside perspective on the problem and learn new teaching strategies.
Praise your child for a job well done. Homeschooled students will be motivated to do a better job if they are rewarded and praised for their effort.