Educating the WholeHearted Child -- Third Edition [Paperback]

Clay Clarkson with Sally Clarkson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 15, 2011

Since 1994, Educating the WholeHearted Child has been a trusted guide for thousands of homeschooling families. This extensively revised and expanded third edition provides a solid biblical foundation for educating and nurturing your children's hearts, minds, and souls. In it you will discover how to:

* Make your home and family the heart of your children's education
* Train your children to become creative, self-directed learners
* Enrich your family's life and education with living books
* Identify and work with each child's learning style
* Help your children love to learn as naturally as they love to play
* Gain confidence to teach using practical, common-sense methods

Whether you are a first-time homeschooler or a longtime veteran, this comprehensive guide will equip and empower you for your journey of faith as a family. Discover the joy of bringing relationship-based, book-centered learning into the natural daily life of your home.

The highest calling for a Christian is discipleship, and Educating the WholeHearted Child is setting parents on this course.
David Quine
Cornerstone Curriculum

This is a book to encourage you on a journey of discovery in your home life, in education, and in faith. Those who embrace the spirit of this book will find that living wholeheartedly is the key to a life well lived.
Rea Berg
Beautiful Feet Books

Once in a great while, we open a book that reveals a marvelous, beckoning world where treasure and adventures await. This is one of those books. And the world is real.
Diana Waring
History Revealed

I'm shocked that so much detail, vision, and practical advice could be packed into a single book. This is one reference book every homeschool family needs.
Dr. Scott Turansky
National Center for Biblical Parenting

This book is gold for the homeschool mama! I wish I had it when I began my own journey. Five stars for a 'how to homeschool' resource.
Gena Suarez
The Old Schoolhouse Magazine

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Sally and Clay Clarkson found homeschooling to be the natural expression of their desire to disciple their children for Christ. In 1994, they started WholeHeart Ministries to encourage and equip other Christian parents to raise wholehearted Christian children. They have written numerous popular books for parents, taught at dozens of parenting conferences across North America, and ministered internationally. Clay holds an M.Div with honors from Denver Seminary and is executive director of WholeHeart Ministries. Clay and Sally are blessed with four wholehearted children -- Sarah, Joel, Nathan, and Joy -- all homeschool graduates who are serving the Lord.

Product Details

• Paperback: 376 pages
• Publisher: Apologia Press; 3rd edition (June 15, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932012958
• ISBN-13: 978-1932012958
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,935 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars THe best homeschooling resource of ALL time! July 3, 2011

By Nick Wride

Format:Paperback

Several year ago I was fortunate enough to have stumbled into a homeschooling group that the Clarkson's were part of. At the time I had no idea who they were or about their ministry but I was in need of guidance and encouragement. Homeschooling was so much harder than I thought it would be and we hadn't even made it through our first year in Kindergarten!:) I desperately wanted to do what was right and I felt impressed that homeschooling was the way to go but I was also filled with fear. I tried a boxed curriculum while I tried to read more and understand the different methods of teaching but we weren't able to keep up with the demands of a classroom curriculum and I felt like such a failure.Neither my daughter or I were enjoying the learning process. Sally was kind enough to bring that simple point to light by posing the question and shortly after called me over to give me a copy of her book as she felt impressed to do. I never shared everything with her as far as our situation was concerned and we moved shortly after but this book has had such a huge impact on our lives. It became my friend and constant companion in homeschooling and changed the way we did everything. If you are wavering in your homeschooling endeavors, need permission to think outside the box, or would like encouragement as you disciple and win your children's hearts, this book is a must have!

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars EXcited to see the new edition! June 29, 2011

By joystrength

Format:Paperback

I am a three-year homeschooler. I have used several of the Clarkson's books in my home, both as a parent (re: discipline) and as a homeschooler. I really have enjoyed their fresh perspective and their "Yes, you really CAN do it" encouragement. They are detailed in the books and methods they recommend and are real -- REALLY real!! Based mostly on a Charlotte Mason-bent, this book encourages parents to custom their child's education. With lists and lists of curricula and "living books" and sprinkled with "been there" stories, this book is a great "beginner" guide or just a plain wonderful guide for an experienced homeschooling parent! I "wholeheartedly" recommend it!!

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Most Helpful Homeschool Book! June 28, 2011

By April Munson

Format:Paperback

I've been homeschooling for going on 5 years, and whenever someone asks me to recommend books to get started this one is the top of my list! Sally Clarkson has spoken at our homeschool support group on many many occasions and each time is more of a blessing than the last. The Clarkson's have successfully reared children who know, love, and are passionate followers of Christ. The Clarkson's have followed God's calling on their life and on the lives of their children, despite (or maybe sometimes in spite) of what the world was calling them to do. You will find this book to be down to earth, humorous, and full of love. Enjoy!