- ISBN13: 9780805440171
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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. There are more than twenty contributors including Christine Field, Jessica Hulcy, Dr. Raymond Moore, and Dr. Ruth Beechick…. More >>
Homeschooling Methods: Seasoned Advice on Learning Styles
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#1 by Rebeca on February 1, 2010 - 5:12 am
With so many amazing curriculums and products available to the homeschooling parent it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the options and wonder where to begin. Homeschooling Methods, edited by Paul and Gena Suarez of The Old Schoolhouse Magazine, proved to be a great starting point. Each chapter covers a different method, or style, of homeshooling. The Suarez’ give a short overview of each method and then allow some of the leading voices in the movement to speak for themselves. Contributors include Ruth Beechick, Diana Waring, Raymond and Dorothy Moore, Clay and Sally Clarkson, and many others.
The methods covered include Classical Education, the Principle Approach, Traditional Textbooks, Charlotte Mason, Unit Studies, Special Needs, Carschooling, Eclectic Method, Unschooling, and Whole-Heart Learning. A lot of information is given, but far from being a book full of dry facts, this was an enjoyable read. I appreciated that each method was presented by people who believe in and practice it. I feel like I’ve gained a better understanding of the various styles and can move forward with more confidence, knowing that my family can learn from others while finding our own style of homeschooling. This book introduces the reader to many different methods and gives resources for further exploration. It’s also full of practical ideas that one could try out immediately.
Homeschooling Methods is a warm and engaging book. Most of the writers relay their information in a personal style that makes you realize that yes, learning can be fun and interesting! I would recommend this book to any parents who are teaching their children at home. It’s an excellent resource for those of us just starting the journey, and I believe it will be just as valuable for the experienced home teacher who is looking for new ideas and fresh perspective. It is not only an excellent source of information, but of encouragement as well.
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by Laurelin on February 1, 2010 - 6:54 am
I am considering homeschooling my children, but only had very scattered knowledge of the subject. I realized that there were different homeschooling methods, but didn’t know how to start researching them–there are so many resources available. I also didn’t want to choose a resource that would bias me toward a particular method before learning about the other options.
Homeschooling Methods saved me a lot of time becase it provides a good overview of all of the major methods and some of the minor ones, and each one is given a fair, knowledgeable description, because it is written by an expert proponent of each method. Also, it’s written from a Christian standpoint, which was a plus for me.
I haven’t chosen a method/methods, but I’m closer and now know where to do more in-depth research.
Rating: 5 / 5
#3 by C. J. Stark on February 1, 2010 - 9:13 am
I could not put this book down! I checked it out at the library, but will be purchasing a copy because I know I will want to refer to it time and again. I have only just begun considering and praying about homeschooling (my oldest is not yet 2), but have become a gormandizer of any homeschooling information I come in contact with. This book is very insightful as well as inspirational and led me to many other resources.
Rating: 5 / 5
#4 by Kind Bean on February 1, 2010 - 9:18 am
It should be noted that this book is based heavily on a Christian perspective, as it does not say that clearly on either the front or back cover. The only way you might know this, is if you know the editors of the book are also the publishers of The Old Schoolhouse Magazine, which is a Protestant Christian publication. This doesn’t matter to me, and if you skip all the references to God and religion, it is still a useful book, but I know some people might not want to read it for that reason. If you are Christian, than the religious spin will only enhance its reading for you.
That being said, this is a very good overview of the popular different homeschooling methods. These include: classical, principle approach, traditional textbook, charlotte manson, unit study, special needs, carschooling, eclectic, and unschooling. Each section starts with a Bible verse and a non-Biblical corresponding quote (from people such as Einstein, Jane Austen, John Holt, Bill Gates, and Laura Ingalls Wilder), this is followed by a brief discription of the method about a page or so in length. This is then followed by one to three essays on the method by different authors experienced in the field. These authors include Christine Miller, Catherine Levison, Christine Field, Diane Flynn Keith, Dorothy and Raymond Moore, Mary Hood, and Sally and Clay Clarkson. Each essay is followed by a brief discription of the author of the essay.
This is not a place to find lists of resources, which I think would have been helpful, prehaps a page and the end of each section. The only resources listed are any that an author may have mentioned in their essay or on the summary of the essay author (that is if that have written any books on the subject). Still, this does a very good job to inform you enough of each method to at least give you an idea on what you may be interested in researching more or not at all interested. If you already know the method you want and aren’t open to new ideas or if you have already extensively researched different homeschooling methods then you don’t need this book. This book is recommended for those just beginning to learn about homeschooling methods and what they might be interested in.
Rating: 4 / 5
#5 by Stacey on February 1, 2010 - 9:22 am
I know next to nothing about homeschooling and I found this book very helpful. It gives a very basic overview of the most popular homeschooling styles. It was this book that introduced me to the Charlotte Mason method which I have decided to use for my child. This is a great springboard book for those who have no idea where to start (or if they even want to start).
Rating: 4 / 5