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During the past five years, homeschooling rates have been on the rise and show no signs of slowing. But many parents lack confidence, questioning whether they are doing it right (or whether they should take the plunge at all). With so many voices offering conflicting advice, it's hard to know where to start and where to go from there.

A guide for parents to help children of all ages process the onslaught of unfiltered information in the digital age. Education is not solely about acquiring information and skills across subject areas, but also about understanding how and why we believe what we do. At a time when online media...

Publishers Weekly bestseller · A joyful and accessible homeschool guide to making learning a part of everyday life Parents who are deeply invested in their children's education can be hard on themselves and their kids. When exhausted parents are living the day-to-day grind, it can seem...

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, more families than ever before are asking questions about homeschooling. Lea Ann Garfias, homeschooling veteran and mom of six, has all the information you need to succeed. In this audiobook, containing content selected and adapted from the comprehensive print edition of Everything You Need to Know about Homeschooling, Lea Ann guides you through your toughest questions about getting started and staying the course.

This guide offers a step-by-step plan that helps parents cultivate daily routines so that they can turn life with toddlers into a mutually rich time of curiosity and learning.

Thirty years in New York City's public schools led John Gatto to the sad conclusion that compulsory schooling does little but teach young people to follow orders like cogs in an industrial machine. With over 100,000 copies in print since its original publication in 2002, this book is collection of essays and speeches and includes a describes the wide-spread impact of the book and Gatto's "guerrilla teaching". John Gatto was a teacher in New York City's public schools for over 30 years and was a New York State Teacher of the Year.

The bestselling author of UnSelfie explains why the old markers of accomplishment (grades, test scores) are no longer reliable predictors of success in the 21st century -- and offers 7 teachable traits that will safeguard our kids for the future. Michele Borba has been a teacher, educational...

The Homeschooling with Technology Podcast is a weekly show, hosted by Meryl van der Merwe, where she shares ideas on how to use technology to be more productive as a homeschool parent and on how to use technology to make lessons more engaging. In addition, she covers techie skills your children need to learn and how to easily incorporate them into your homeschooling. Meryl homeschooled her 4 children after working as a computer programmer for many years. She uses technology whenever she can when teaching both live co-op classes and online classes for homeschoolers. In this podcast, she shares ...

From questions to confidence, homeschooling made easy is out to revolutionize how you think about home education. Learn how to be not only efficient but effective and not only survive, but thrive! Enjoy this season of life, while building a strong foundation and being successfull. Dr. Lyrband Courses- https://bit.ly/2UrBRWu Karen's Courses & Membership- https://sustainablehomeschooling.com/store

Bust the math myths that are holding you and your kids back and learn the importance of numeracy with this one-of-a-kind resource for parents, educators, and policymakers Shalinee Sharma is one of the world’s top experts on math learning, but when she was in school, she sat in the back row...

Fridays as a Homeschooler tend to be a little more relaxed. Time spent finishing out the weeks activities, park dates, and fresh air. Consider this your chance to spend time catching up with another homeschooling momma on a mission to heal her own heart and pass on what she has learned to others on the same journey. Mallory Ware is a homeschooling mom to 4 kiddos. She is also a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Coach.

A kinder, funner usage guide to the ever-changing English language and a useful tool for both the grammar stickler and the more colloquial user of English, from linguist and veteran professor Anne Curzan “I was bowled over, page after page, by the author’s fine ear for our language and...

The classic guide to teaching children at home for a new generation of homeschooling parents In 2019, there were more than two million children being homeschooled. That number doubled during the pandemic and is now likely to continue increasing as more parents worry that school might not be the...

We are living through an unprecedented and stressful time, and many parents around the world have been asked to care for and educate their children at home. This presents unique challenges, especially for parents trying to work and oversee their children during long days at home. Extraordinary Parenting offers authoritative, calm, credible advice that is easy to digest and put into practice straight away, as parents learn to navigate unthinkable circumstances. Central to this quick, informative book is a guide to building strong, flexible family rhythms.

Many homeschool parents have a long-term relationship with self-doubt. "Did I make the right decision?" "Could someone else do this better?" "Am I robbing my kids of something by not sending them to 'regular school'?" What if there's a better way? Not a three-step technique or a shiny, new curriculum but a change in perspective that transforms the way you plan, teach, and homeschool?

Do you want a peaceful, orderly home where your family can thrive? Would you like to cultivate stronger family bonds with your husband and kids? Do you long for a joy-filled, purposeful life free from fear and anxiety? Have you ever longed for a seasoned mentor who’d provide practical pointers? Fortunately for us, the Bible speaks to every one of these goals. God’s Word will help you cut through all the confusion caused by popular but conflicting marriage and parenting advice. Welcome, friend! My name is Jennifer Flanders. As a devout Christian, happy wife, homeschool mom of twelve, and ...

Independent study programs aren't for the "best" students; they are populated by students at their best. Geraldine Woods offers a practical, step-by-step guide based on her experience designing and directing the much-admired independent study program at the Horace Mann School. Under the supervision of teachers, students embark on a remarkable variety of projects and become teachers themselves, conducting seminars with their peers along the way to preparing their final product—which could as easily be an interactive website or musical composition as a research paper.

A blueprint for how parents can stop worrying about their children’s future and start helping them prepare for it, from the cofounder and CEO of one of America’s most innovative public-school networks “A treasure trove of deeply practical wisdom that accords with everything I know about...

Your go-to podcast for empowering educators, parents, and child care professionals. Hosted by Dr. Tina J. Ramsay, each episode features expert guests sharing real-world strategies, leadership tips, and inspiring stories. Learn how to create enriching learning spaces, build sustainable child care businesses, and strengthen your legacy. Tune in for guidance, community, and practical tools to thrive in education and child care. Powered by CTR Media Network Website: https://www.ctrhomeschooling.com/

Homeschooling Doesn’t Have to Be Hard is your go-to podcast for practical, encouraging conversations about every stage of the homeschool journey—from getting started and feeling overwhelmed to preparing for college and launching into entrepreneurship. Pat shares real-life wisdom on homeschool styles, how kids learn, building your philosophy of education, and creating a homeschool experience that fits your family.