Offers step-by-step instruction on how to enable an academically rigorous, comprehensive education for children from preschool through high school, outlining a classical educational model while providing book lists, ordering information, and Internet links.

Product Description: You don't have to be a professional teacher, a genius, or a structured person to homeschool well. Many people believe they can't homeschool because they are lacking some magical quality or skill successful homeschoolers have. The truth is that homeschooling can be done, and done well, by most ordinary people...read more

Homeschool the right way from day one.Are you considering homeschooling for your family? Today, many parents recognize that their child's school options are limited, inadequate, or even dangerous, and an increasing number are turning to homeschooling. But where do you start and how do you ensure the highest-quality educational experience, especially in that pivotal first year?This comprehensive guide will help you determine the appropriate first steps, build your own educational philosophy, and discover the best ways to cater to your child's specific learning style, including: ·When, why, and how to get started ·The best ways to develop an effective curriculum, assess your child's progress, and navigate local regulations ·Kid-tested and parent-approved learning activities for all age levels ·Simple strategies for developing an independent child and strengthening family and social relationships ·And much, much more!"To the thousands of requests we receive for help from families new to homeschooling, we will now recommend this warm and knowledgeable book. It will ensure that all families make it to the second year—including yours!" —Elizabeth Kanna, editor in chief, Homeschool.com"Linda Dobson addresses all the issues facing parents as they consider the task of homeschooling over other educational options. Those who wonder whether they really can or want to do the job will find unique perspectives in this well-researched work."—Beverly K. Eakman, author and cofounder, National Education Consortium

Product Description: Everything You Need to Prepare Your Homeschooler for College SuccessThe transition from homeschooling children to preparing them for success in college deserves both planning and preparation. As the parent of a homeschooler, you have many issues to consider besides academic excellence: fulfilling other people's expectations and standards, tackling standardized tests and application essays, and introducing your homeschooler to the atmosphere of a college campus...read more

Product Description: For homeschool parents overwhelmed at the prospect of teaching their teenagers, High School @ Home offers great help. This user-friendly educational guide enables busy moms and dads to:• Design a program based on your student’s future goals...read more

Product Description: For new and veteran homeschool families alike, this extensive new release from the editors of The Old Schoolhouse TM Magazine serves as “a homeschool convention in a book.” It details today’s most viable education models, helping parents formulate an educational game plan and choose teaching methodologies...read more

This manual is your access guide to home schooling - maximizing your family life while providing a quality education for your children. For anyone considering homeschooling, this book is a must-read before making a decision. And if you are already homeschooling, it is a fresh perspective with plenty of tactics for renewing your energy and motivating your kids. With wit and wisdom gleaned from years of experience, Debra Bell sets forth a compelling vision for the joys of home-based learnng and the essential tools for success. The CD-ROM contains the complete text of the book, plus website links and a search engine.

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Provides answers and resources for questions about topics including legal requirements, use of public school facilities, and providing both a social and academic education while home schooling. (view table of contents)

Discusses reasons for choosing homeschooling over conventional education, offers advice to get started and information on legal requirements, and includes chapters on teaching core subjects. (view table of contents)

A comprehensive homeschooling resource provides a step-by-step, question-and-answer format that explains how to deal with the legal issues involved, select a personalized educational approach, create an effective curriculum, keep youngsters socialized, find support, and more. Original. (view table of contents)

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An up-to-date, comprehensive resource on homeschooling offers helpful information, resources, and advice on how to start, the legalities of homeschooling, educational materials and supplies, resources, support groups, conferences, and more. Original. (view table of contents)

Product Description: Provides critical advice, examples, and resources for designing the most powerful and persuasive admissions presentations. This guide cuts through the veil of mystery that surrounds the admissions evaluation process to provide frank, practical, advice from public educators, home and alternative school specialists, and admissions professionals on such critical topics as: When and how to start building a record...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Provides information and advice for Christian parents on deciding to teach at home, curricula, planning and organizing studies, suggestions for each subject, continuing on to the secondary level, measuring progress, and related issues. (view table of contents)

Provides information on topics such as laws, where to find resources, socialization issues, and the cost of home schooling

This book gives the hows and whys of homeschooling, and provides answers to the most frequently asked questions about homeschooling, such as: Why should parents home school? How do we find support and materials? How do we get the work done? How do we prepare assignments?. (view table of contents)

Product Description: This is for home school parents needing encouragement and help in educating their children, those interested in finding out about home school and those burned out by traditional methods of education. This is a practical guide written by a home school mom who spent less than $500 in eleven years of home education...read more

Discusses the advantages and requirements of homeschooling, including laws and regulations, teaching methods, learning styles, educational possibilities, and available resources (view table of contents)

Discusses the advantages and requirements of homeschooling, including laws and regulations, teaching methods, learning styles, educational possibilities, and available resources (view table of contents)

Explains the advantages and disadvantages of homeschooling, and provides advice on setting up a curriculum, getting the child involved with the community, and dealing with the special learning needs of some children