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CRRL Picks: Homeschooling for Beginners

A selection of books, some inspirational and some practical, to help you begin your homeschool journey.

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  • The Brave Learner

    Finding Everyday Magic in Homeschool, Learning, and Life

    Bogart, Julie, 1961-
    How to use children's natural curiosity and desire to learn new things, creating an atmosphere of learning in their daily life. Bogart's approach helps add ease and joy to the homeschool journey.
    Book, 2019New York, NY : TarcherPerigee, 2019. — 371.042 Bo
  • The Core

    Teaching Your Child the Foundations of Classical Education

    Bortins, Leigh A.
    Leigh Bortins discusses the ideas behind classical education and the methods used for educating classical at school and at home.
    Book, 2010New York : Palgrave Macmillan, 2010. — 370.112 Bo
  • The Everything Guide to Homeschooling

    All You Need to Create the Best Curriculum and Learning Environment for Your Child

    Linsenbach, Sherri
    A comprehensive book on how to homeschool, including schedules, learning styles, curricula choices, and more.
    Book, 2015Avon, Massachusetts : Adams Media, 2015. — 371.042 Li
  • For the Children's Sake

    Foundations of Education for Home and School

    Macaulay, Susan Schaeffer
    Macaulay introduces the reader to Charlotte Mason, a British educator from the early 20th century, and her method of education for all children that develops them as whole persons.
    Book, 2009Wheaton, Ill. : Crossway Books, 2009. — 371 Ma
  • The Four-hour School Day

    How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life

    Wilson, Durenda, 1967-
    More inspiring than hands-on, this book will help the beginner understand how homeschooling may benefit their family.
    Book, 2021Grand Rapids, Michigan : Zondervan Books, [2021] — 371.042 Wi
  • Free Range Learning

    How Homeschooling Changes Everything

    Weldon, Laura Grace
    What is natural learning? Why is it good for children? How can homeschool parents use it to teach their children?
    Book, 2010Chino Valley, Az : HOHM Press, [2010], ©2010. — 371.042 We
  • The Homegrown Preschooler

    Teaching Your Kids in the Places They Live

    Lee, Kathy H., 1968-
    How to use your every day living as learning opportunities for your preschool children.
    Book, 2013Lewisville, NC : Gryphon House, 2013. — 649.68 Le
  • Homeschooling

    You're Doing It Right Just by Doing It

    Yurich, Ginny
    Drawing on research and personal experience, Yurich outlines the benefits of homeschooling and equips parents with knowledge on how and why to educate their children at home.
    Book, 2025Grand Rapids, Michigan : Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group, [2025] — 371.042 Yu
  • Homeschooling for Absolute Beginners

    Make Learning at Home Simple, Affordable, Fun and Effective

    Lippincott, Lorilee
    A great book for those just beginning with tips on curriculum, time management, scheduling, and more.
    Book, 2020New York, NY : Skyhorse Publishing, [2020] — 371.042 Li
  • Homeschooling Methods

    Seasoned Advice on Learning Styles

    Several homeschooling experts contribute to this volume with advice on learning styles, teaching methods, and planning help.
    Book, 2006Nashville, Tenn. : Broadman & Holman Pub., [2006], ©2006. — 371.042 Ho
  • Love in a Time of Homeschooling

    a Mother and Daughter's Uncommon Year

    Brodie, Laura Fairchild
    The record of the year long journey of a mother and daughter as they learn not just how to do school at home, but how to incorporate school into their daily living.
    Book, 2010New York : Harper, [2010], ©2010. — 371.042 Br
  • Take Charge of Your Child's Education

    How Parents Are Taking An Individualized Maverick Approach to Homeschool Their Children to Success

    Resenbeck, Mary
    After years of teaching, Resenbeck shares her unique approach to helping children of all ages and abilities learn. For traditional, gifted, and twice-exceptional students, parents can learn how to best approach educating their children.
    Book, 2021[Place of publication not identified] : Unstoppable CEO Press, [2021] — 371.042 Re
  • Teach Your Own

    the John Holt Book of Homeschooling

    Holt, John Caldwell, 1923-1985
    John Holt discusses the best way to teach your children at home without the trappings of a formal school.
    Book, 2003Cambridge, MA : Perseus Pub., [2003], ©2003. — 371.042 Ho
  • Teaching From Rest

    a Homeschooler's Guide to Unshakable Peace

    Mackenzie, Sarah
    For mothers who are fretting over teaching their children, Mackenzie offers inspiration and practical advice on how to homeschool with less anxiety.
    Book, 2015Camp Hill, PA : Classical Academic Press, 2015. — 371.042 Ma
  • Dr. Ruth Beechick explains how to teach the foundations of reading, writing, and arithmetic to primary school children in a down-to-earth, helpful way.
    Book, 2006Fenton, Mich. : Mott Media, [2006], ©2006. — 372.241 Be
  • Unschooled

    Raising Curious, Well-educated Children Outside the Conventional Classroom

    McDonald, Kerry, 1977-
    McDonald explains the history of education, how and why unschooling or self-directed education arose, and ways to implement it.
    Book, 2019Chicago, Illinois : Chicago Review Press, [2019] — 371.042 Mc
  • The Virginia Homeschool Manual

    [a Comprehensive Guide to Home Education in Virginia]

    Everything you need to know to homeschool your children in Virginia, including laws, planning, teaching approaches, and more.
    Book, 2013Richmond, Va. : Home Educators Association of Virginia, [2013], ©2013. — 371.042 Vi
  • The Well-trained Mind

    a Guide to Classical Education at Home

    Bauer, S. Wise
    One of the best books for the "nuts and bolts" of how to classically homeschool your children. The book includes schedules, book suggestions, goals, and much, much more.
    Book, 2016New York : W.W. Norton & Company, 2016. — 371.042 Ba
  • What Your Kindergartner Needs to Know

    Preparing Your Child for a Lifetime of Learning

    The book includes basic building blocks for your child to learn in order to be successful in reading and mathematics.
    Book, 2013New York : Bantam Books trade revised Paperbacks, [2013] — 372.218 Wh
  • What Your Preschooler Needs to Know

    Read-alouds to Get Ready for Kindergarten

    This book is filled with read alouds and activities to help prepare your preschooler for kindergarten.
    Book, 2008New York, NY : Bantam Dell, 2008. — 372.21 Wh