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Flexibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Online learning means more flexibility for your family. You can homeschool anywhere that has internet access, and you don\u2019t have to tote heavy books or school supplies either. LightSail has an <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/\">online library<\/a> of over 6000 books that you can take with you on the go. With these resources at your fingertips, you\u2019re free to bring school anywhere, even on vacation!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>2. Deeper Connections&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Online homeschool options can create deeper connections between parents and their children. Children love using online communication platforms, and some are more likely to bear their hearts through a screen. LightSail has a chat feature that you can use to communicate about grades, assignments, and anything else! It also has an option that allows parents to share interesting <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/\">books<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/video\/?tag=ted\">TED Talks<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/libraries\/video\/\">videos<\/a>, and more with their students. These books can inspire beautiful conversations between family members.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>3. Analytics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best things about online homeschooling is the analytics. Programs can record your student\u2019s information and give you data that will help you create a customized learning program. LightSail has a fantastic system that gives you an inside look at your student\u2019s learning journey. It tracks <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/reading\/\">reading<\/a> minutes, whether or not your <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/blog\/homeschool-tips\/the-proven-way-to-improve-your-childs-reading-comprehension\/\">student comprehends what they\u2019re reading<\/a>, and assessment scores. This inside look can help you learn new ways to help your student thrive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>4. Tailored Learning Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can easily tailor online homeschooling to your student\u2019s unique learning style. For example, if you have an <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/blog\/homeschool-tips\/tips-for-homeschooling-auditory-learners\/\">auditory learner<\/a>, you can assign them any of LightSail\u2019s books, as each one has an option to listen as it\u2019s read aloud. If you have a child who struggles to focus, you can adjust the settings to show fewer words on the page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a homeschooler who learns toward child-led learning, you\u2019ll appreciate the wide variety of topics included in our online library. There are endless customization options that will help your student learn at their best!\u00a0<br>Platforms like LightSail combine the best of both worlds. You get terrific classics like <em><a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/book\/little-women-louisa-may-alcott-LC00000000453\/\">Little Women<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/book\/the-adventures-of-tom-sawyer-mark-twain-LC00000000254\/\">Tom Sawyer<\/a>, <\/em>and <em><a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/book\/hamlet-william-shakespeare-LC00000000367\/\">Hamlet<\/a><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/lightsailed.com\/homeschool\/book\/hamlet-william-shakespeare-LC00000000367\/\"> <\/a>with the modern comforts of a sleek online library. 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