Homeschooling Resources
Created by Linda Tripp, collection development librarian
Explore these new and recent books on homeschooling. Find more information on the Library’s online resources for students in this recent blog post.
- “Becoming Homeschoolers: Give Your Kids a Great Education, a Strong Family, and a Life They’ll Thank You for Later” by Monica Swanson
Parenting author, podcaster, and homeschool mom Monica Swanson tackles your legitimate doubts and fears about homeschooling, as well as questions you want answered before you commit–questions like where to start and how to choose a curriculum, build social skills, teach what you’re not good at, and prepare for college.
- “Everything You Need to Know About Homeschooling: A Comprehensive, Easy-To-Use Guide for the Journey from Early Learning Through Graduation” by Lea Ann Garfias
A complete reference guide with everything you need to successfully tackle homeschooling in your own style, filling your experience with confidence, grace, and the joy of learning.
- “The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners” by Colleen Kessler
Describes strengths-based and child-focused educational practices and offers clear instructions for using them inside any home, with any age learner.
- “Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System” by Christy-Faith
This guide for anyone interested in homeschooling their children, regardless of background, busts through the myths surrounding homeschooling, and demonstrates how home education and loving, motivated parents can provide a solution for students and families everywhere.
- “The Joy of Slow: Restoring Balance and Wonder to Homeschool Learning” by Leslie Martino
A longtime educator shows parents how to slow down to recapture the delight and depth that are hallmarks of meaningful learning.
- “Teach Your Own: The Indispensable Guide to Living and Learning With Children at Home” by John Holt and Patrick Farenga
An updated edition of the classic guide to teaching children at home.