Homeschooling Basics:

For the Children's Sake: Foundations of Education for Home & School By Susan Schaeffer Macaulay / Crossway Books & Bibles Regarded as one of the classic books on Charlotte Mason's ideology, Susan Schaeffer Macauley provides us with a warm and throught provoking conversation on the educational principles for school and home. She highlight's Charlotte Mason's view of children as legitimate people, and denounces the "twaddle" of lightweight fluff that today seems to fully occupy children. Dwelling on the importance of play, a Scriptural understanding of man, creativity and family, she makes a compelling case for the gentle art of learning. 161 pages, softcover.

Mary Pride's Complete Guide to Getting Started in Homeschooling By Pride, Mary / Harvest House Publishers Packed with everything you need to know about taking the plunge and surviving the deep waters of homeschooling. Includes sections on essential steps to homeschool success; learning styles; popular methods such as Charlotte Mason, classical education, and "unschooling"; help for working with challenged and gifted children; and resources for planning, buying, record keeping---and teaching tips galore! Great for "afterschooling" your public school kids, too. 620 pages, softcover from Harvest.

The Original Home Schooling Series, 6 Volumes By Charlotte Mason / Charlotte Mason Research This is where it all begins for the homeschooler---the original 6-volume teaching reference by the founder of the homeschooling movement! Mason's philosophy of educating children in a noncompetitive, biblically based way is spelled out in each one of her insightful books. Learn from this education pioneer how to teach children under 9 years old, fulfill your educational role as a parent, develop a curriculum, improve your children's character and conscience, shape their personality, and foster creative learning. Slipcased softcovers, from Charlotte Mason Research.

A Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on The Gentle Art of Learning By Karen Andreola / Charlotte Mason Research Why are the time-tested principles of respected 19th-century British educator Charlotte Mason so popular with homeschoolers? Because they work! Andreola shares her experiences in homeschooling the "Charlotte Mason way." Discover how to teach children to think independently, retain what they learn, and communicate clearly by narrating what they read in "living books." 384 pages, softcover from Charlotte Mason Research.

When Children Love to Learn: A Practical Application of Charlotte Mason's Philosophy for Today By Edited by Elaine Cooper / Crossway Books & Bibles Designed to complement Susan Schaeffer Macaulay's book For the Children's Sake, this delightful tome offers answers to some of the most common questions about Charlotte Mason's methodology such as "What are living books?", "What does a Charlotte Mason education look like in this country?" and more. Emphasizing the Hebrew model of education, the practical and biblical emphasis of her methodology is explored. Both the ideals of Charlotte Mason, with her pillars of learning, plus the practical, applicational aspects are included. 254 pages, softcover, indexed.

Teach Your Own: The John Holt Book of Homeschooling By John Holt / Running Press Book Publishers Over two decades ago, Holt's primer helped launch the home education movement. Now this revised edition addresses the changing lifestyles of a new generation of homeschoolers! Featuring updated legal, financial, and logistical advice, its helpful chapters on living with children, "serious play," children and work, and learning difficulties offer invaluable advice to parents and teachers. 334 pages, softcover from Perseus.

Home Grown Kids: A Practical Handbook for Teaching Your Children at Home By Raymond Moore / A. B. Publishing Do you want to really enjoy your kids? Do you want them to have the best possible teachers and go to the best possible school? Homeschooling pioneers Raymond and Dorothy Moore explain why home really is the best classroom for young learners---and why too much formal schooling can actually have a negative impact on small children. 233 pages, softcover from Word.

The Successful Homeschool Family Handbook By Raymond Moore / Thomas Nelson Whether you're just beginning your homeschooling journey, or are already many years into the experience, this handbook has something for all. Each chapter deals with atopic that homeschoolers in particular face, whether the standard question of socialization to lesson plans to perfectionism. Each topic and many chapters are filled with anecdotes and personal testimony of the Moore's homeschooling experience, and those who have been affected by their ministry. Refreshing and practical all at once, this creative approach to homeschooling will encourage you as you persevere in your goals. 300 pages, softcover.

Everything You Need to Know About Homeschool Unit Studies By Jennifer Steward / Steward Ship Publishing A mother of eight children herself, Jennifer Steward has created more than her fair share of unit studies! Now compiling years of experience and practical know-how into one book, she offers inforamtion, tips, ideas and insights that she's learned throughout the years. Whether you're looking for a roadmap or some new and fun ideas to try, you'll enjoy her conversational tone, intriguing quotes and easy-to-follow explanations of what exactly a unit study is, and how it comes about. 197 pages, softcover.

Everything You Need to Build a Unit Study Notebook By Jennifer Steward / Steward Ship Publishing Notebooks are an integral part of many unit studies--they're relatively easy, and make a great way to look back on all that you've learned! Don't fear the messy unit study label; everything you need to built a unit study notebook is contained here for your convenience! A short synopsis is given for the myriad of ideas that you can do with your notebook: from timelines to pictures to scriptures to magazine clippings, it's all covered! Actual information for physically building a notebook is included in the book; reproducible, loose-leaf masters are also included, with dividers, forms, maps, charts and other pages you're likely to need!

The Homeschooling Book of Answers By Linda Dobson / Random House, Inc You've got lots of questions about homeschooling--from curriculum to social activities to college to chores and beyond--and here are answers from "homeschooling's most respected voices". With more than one answer to each question, you'll see multiple sides of the same issue, with each family's particular spin. Learn methods of motivation, the latest in distance-learning and many other helpful tips that you'll be hard pressed to find elsewhere. 356 pages, indexed.

The Organized Home Schooler By Vicki Caruana / Crossway Books & Bibles Clutter consumes time---a commodity homeschooling households can't afford to waste! Let veteran educator and popular workshop leader Caruana show you how to clear the chaos from your home classroom. Discussing schedules, space, materials, and more, she'll offer ways to bring structure to work areas, paperwork, and your thinking. Develop new habits that will help you leave inefficiency and stress behind! 144 pages, softcover from Crossway.

Homeschooling: The Early Years By Linda Dobson / Random House, Inc The 3 "R's", countless picture books, hands-on, visual or auditory learning styles, a love of learning to be installed...there are many concerns and ideas when it comes to early elementary education. For the homeschooling parent who has just begun, it can be a nerve racking time of making sure your children are on track when it comes to their education. Prepare yourself with Homeschooling the Early Years, your complete guide to curriculum, teaching, siblings, writing, passion, keeping house, and "enjoying the road less traveled". Written in a warm tone, you'll be encouraged as you venture into the freedom and fun that homeschooling your little ones can be. 330 indexed pages, softcover.

The Unschooling Handbook By Mary Griffith / Random House, Inc Unschooling, a by-product of the widespread homeschooling movement, is a unique approach to education-one that uses children's natural curiosity to propel them into a world of learning. This practical guide reveals the secrets of unschooling success even as it address the misconceptions and criticism unschoolers may encounter.

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