For a comprehensive guide to home-based education, that does not promote any particular curriculum or religious view, this is one book parents should buy!
Parents will appreciate practical advice on getting started, adjusting to new roles, designing curriculum that is both child-centered and fun, and planning for social and emotional growth. Parents will turn to their favorite chapters again and again.
Features interviews and tips from many homeschool parents as well as long lists of resources.
-Reasons to home-school
-How gifted children learn
-Positive changes for the family
-"Big Ideas" thematic approach
-Traditional and classical approaches
-Curriculum resources
-Record keeping
-College planning
-How to get started
-Interviews with parents
Lisa Rivero is a freelance writer who began home schooling her bright son when he was not thriving in school. She has taught intense and creative learners in elementary classrooms and now leads a book discussion group for home schooled children.