Great reads for your Homeschooling Journey
1. **"The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home" by Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie Wise**
This book offers a comprehensive guide to classical education, presenting a structured approach to homeschooling that focuses on traditional subjects and methods.
2. **"Teach Your Own: The John Holt Book Of Homeschooling" by John Holt and Pat Farenga**
John Holt, a pioneer in the homeschooling movement, shares insights into homeschooling philosophy and practical advice for parents considering or already homeschooling their children.
3. **"Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling" by John Taylor Gatto**
In this provocative book, John Taylor Gatto, a former New York City public school teacher, challenges the traditional schooling system and offers a critical perspective on education and its impact on children.
4. **"Home Learning Year by Year: How to Design a Homeschool Curriculum from Preschool Through High School" by Rebecca Rupp**
This book provides guidance on designing a homeschool curriculum tailored to each child's needs and interests, covering preschool through high school.
5. **"The Unschooling Handbook: How to Use the Whole World as Your Child's Classroom" by Mary Griffith**
Mary Griffith explores the philosophy and practice of unschooling, a method of homeschooling that emphasizes self-directed learning and real-life experiences.
6. **"The Brave Learner: Finding Everyday Magic in Homeschool, Learning, and Life" by Julie Bogart**
Julie Bogart shares her insights into creating a nurturing and inspiring learning environment at home, focusing on building connections with your children and fostering a love of learning.
7. **"How Children Learn" by John Holt**
In this classic book, John Holt explores how children naturally learn and suggests ways for parents to support and encourage their children's learning journey.
8. **"The Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on the Gentle Art of Learning" by Karen Andreola**
Karen Andreola provides an introduction to the Charlotte Mason method of education, which emphasizes living books, nature study, and hands-on learning.
9. **"Homeschooling for Excellence" by David Colfax, Micki Colfax, and Virginia Colfax**
The Colfax family shares their experiences and insights into homeschooling, offering practical advice for creating an excellent homeschooling experience.
10. **"The Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling" by Debra Bell**
Debra Bell provides a comprehensive resource for homeschooling parents, covering topics such as curriculum, teaching methods, and homeschooling laws.
11. **"The Call of the Wild + Free: Reclaiming Wonder in Your Child's Education" by Ainsley Arment**
Ainsley Arment introduces the Wild + Free philosophy, which encourages parents to embrace a more natural, child-led approach to homeschooling. This book offers inspiration and practical tips for incorporating nature, creativity, and adventure into your homeschooling journey.
