So Northern VA is going full distance learning start of the year and shitbook had been filled with teachers celebrating this. But my god, they are the dumbest and often not the most racist people I have seen. It is scary to think they teach kids. The only good thing out of all of this:
I showed my wife these "teachers" and now she is 100% onboard for home schooling.
Don't try shoving material into their heads too soon, they will let you know when ready. Step 1, cut the cable and read. Read to them, read yourselves; they imitate what they see. Step 2, find old school programs and books, old Sesame Street, Electric Company did phonics, Mr Rogers did life skills at the pace of life, etc. Also old school standards, like What Your Kindergartner Needs to Know. Step 3, when little ones want to read, count, etc, then get simple workbooks. Expose them to good old music (world, American folk, oldies, big band), classical music and fine art, celebrate beauty and grace in all forms. Remember that you don't need all the things to do this. Step 4, join your local home schoolers, attend conferences- the speakers have a lot to offer- and you'll be comfortable by the time your kids are ready.
Thank you very much for taking the time. It was helpful 👍🏻