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101 Ways to Save Money on Homeschooling By Carletta Sanders © 2009 Successful Homeschooling 2 101 Ways to Save Money on Homeschooling Table of Contents Make a Plan 4 Make Smart Purchases 4 Think Outside of the Box 6 Where to Purchase Discount Books and Supplies 7 Where to Find Used Curriculum 10 Freebies! 12 How to Have Fun on a Budget 13 Trim Your Household Budget 16 Earn Extra Income from Home 17 © 2009 Successful Homeschooling 3 101 Ways to Save Money on Homeschooling Introduction So far this year, my family has experienced a pay cut, reduced work hours and a decrease in benefits. Like many Americans across the country, my husband and I have been looking for ways to reduce our expenses and save money for the future. I wrote this e-book to share the information I’ve learned with you. You may be wondering how you’ll pay for books and curriculum. You may be wondering if you’ll have to go work outside of the home. You may be wondering if you’ll have to stop homeschooling altogether. Or, you may simply want to use your resources more wisely so you’ll be in a position to help others. How to Use this E-book In 101 Ways to Save Money on Homeschooling , I’ll show you: • What to buy, • Where to buy it, • Where to find freebies, • How to have fun on a budget, and • How to earn income without leaving your home. Most of the ideas in this book are easy to use. However, some of them require a bit more planning, and others just won’t be right for your family. You don’t have to use all of my suggestions in order to benefit from this book. Making one or