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Susan and Michael Card answer your questions about the practical responsibilities of homeschooling, including choosing curriculum, teaching children at different levels, and planning creative and educational lessons…. More >>
The Homeschool Journey
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#1 by Gowie on February 10, 2010 - 9:28 am
None of the previous reviewers mention the religious aspect of this book. I was surprised by the many, many, many (too many) Biblical quotes and then bored by the authors’ interpretations of these. The subchapter headings include such titles as “Humility,” “Servanthood,” “Making Christ the Center,” and “Obedience” (and I could go on).
The book seems intentionally vague–unlike other homeschooling books I’ve read, the Cards give no reasons for their curriculum choices, no mention of how they structure their school year, no mention of how they incorporate library or social time, no mention of any day to day activities, no mention of how they work within their state’s homeschooling laws (or what that law is), no mention of how they assess progress.
The book promises much more than it delivers. For example, the back cover states that the books “answers your questions about” “teaching children at different grade levels” (which was answered in 3 vague paragraphs).
I was expecting a “journey” of the homeschool experience on a personal level with their family, and what I read seemed more like how to give your child a strong Christian background, with little insight on how this family incorporates homeschooling WITH their Christian values. I am guessing that the Cards’ approach is to unschool, but then they never addressed that (or any other homeschool theory) either . . .
Rating: 2 / 5
#2 by Anonymous on February 10, 2010 - 11:19 am
A valuable resource for exploring the passion and spirit of homeschooling. Drawing from their own rewarding experiences, the authors give down-to-earth advice on establishing a balanced, creative and biblically based approach. You’ll learn how to start the process, obtain proven curriculum resources, effectively teach children at all levels (including those with learning difficulties) and more!
Rating: 5 / 5
#3 by Anonymous on February 10, 2010 - 1:23 pm
My husband bought me this book and I started reading out of curiosity only – not even remotely considering homeschooling. But after only a few pages I couldn’t put it down. Now I am researching this possibility, because of her sincere and straight forward approach and because I agree with their goals of what they want to achieve with their children through homeschooling. Mindchanging for me!
Rating: 5 / 5
#4 by Anonymous on February 10, 2010 - 2:07 pm
As a homeschooling rookie, I found this book to be very enouraging and truly inspirational! It was just the window I needed to see how simple and wonderful homeschooling can be for the whole family. Susan Card beautifully explains how homeschooling works in the Card family. I highly recommend it to anyone who currently homeschools or is considering it as a schooling option.
Rating: 5 / 5
#5 by Cathy M. Fay on February 10, 2010 - 2:44 pm
The Homeschool Journey is very encouraging to those of us considering teaching out of the home. The honesty in sharing the family stories shows us that the “teacher” need not be perfect, just willing to listen, learn and adapt to their children’s learning needs. This book offers a variety of resources from mentoring and community involvement to individual books and curriculum, all the while stressing the need to tailor the teaching to each individual child. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is thinking about homeschooling their children…it’s given me courage.
Rating: 5 / 5