A delightful novel for moms set in the hilarious, hard, and beautiful world of homeschooling. It's the perfect first book for those just starting out on their homeschooling journey, or beginning to
consider the idea, and it's a reminder to the verteran homeschooler that you're not alone. It's sort of like living in the house of a homeschool family for a year. You see the daily challenges, but also the rewards. With refreshing humor and honesty, Hawkins offers moms encouragement in their noble work at home, a chance to laugh at the moments only a mom would understand, and a reminder to cherish those gifts right under their roofs- those wild, irrational, precious people-their own children. Though the book
deals with homeschooling, it also addresses the larger question, "What happens when you feel called to
do something that seems entirely too big for you?"
Between laughs, don't be surprised when you pick up ideas that will simplify your own homeschooling plan.
So, come join Julianne and her co-op friends as they navigate through a hard but humorous year of diapers, dinners, husbands, meltdowns, and math lessons. And that's just September.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By JMace
Format:Kindle Edition
The Homeschool Experiment is such a satisfying, fast read with a lot of insight that stays with you. While I'm sure it really resonates with homeschooling parents, it's a great read as a novel and a standout piece of fiction in general-- even if you have nothing to do with the homeschooling world. For anyone who thinks about education, parenting of small children, choices, and where their values should take them, this is a really spot-on, thought-provoking book. It's also vibrant and funny!
Charity Hawkins is a beautiful writer, and this debut novel reads like the prose of a seasoned literary pro who never misses a beat. She's hit upon a really engaging situation, a unique world which provides rich ground for true family drama and the carving out of identity as a (smart and spiritual) woman. The plot is also full of the colorful, unpredictable variables of any good experiment!
Whether you are looking at the homeschooling world and the dynamic, thoughtful people in it from inside or from the outside, this is really an illuminating must-read. The Homeschool Experiment is the kind of book you put down at the end and can't believe it wasn't out there in the market all along-- it feels like a cultural jigsaw piece you'd always been missing, though you didn't quite know what you were missing until you read this and thought, "Yes, that!" Hawkins gives voice to timely questions you'd been trying to put your finger on.
Charity Hawkins is a beautiful writer, and this debut novel reads like the prose of a seasoned literary pro who never misses a beat. She's hit upon a really engaging situation, a unique world which provides rich ground for true family drama and the carving out of identity as a (smart and spiritual) woman. The plot is also full of the colorful, unpredictable variables of any good experiment!
Whether you are looking at the homeschooling world and the dynamic, thoughtful people in it from inside or from the outside, this is really an illuminating must-read. The Homeschool Experiment is the kind of book you put down at the end and can't believe it wasn't out there in the market all along-- it feels like a cultural jigsaw piece you'd always been missing, though you didn't quite know what you were missing until you read this and thought, "Yes, that!" Hawkins gives voice to timely questions you'd been trying to put your finger on.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
I think this novel will get a "Yes Ma'am!" fist pump from about every homeschool mom out there. Don't tell me you can't pick up this book and not relate to the story just a *little* bit.
It's the quirky kind of tell-all story that will give the non-homeschooler a peeping-tom view of that first few years of "experimentation" into the concept called homeschooling. And to those who have walked (and ARE walking) the path called home education just might send the author hate mail at telling their families secrets. Trust me, we already know them! ;-)
As a homeschool graduate of all twelve years, there is no place I would have rather spent my education, but as also the first child of my parents, I can completely relate to many of the things that had to be tried and retried within the course of the novel. I had to laugh at some parts!
It's the kind of novel that doesn't have a lot of plot depth, but definitely the kind of read a worn out mom can enjoy at the end of the day and feel instant encouragement that she is so not the only one.
It's a cute read, quick and funny and more than just a dash of real life.
This review is my honest opinion. Thanks to the author for my copy to review.
It's the quirky kind of tell-all story that will give the non-homeschooler a peeping-tom view of that first few years of "experimentation" into the concept called homeschooling. And to those who have walked (and ARE walking) the path called home education just might send the author hate mail at telling their families secrets. Trust me, we already know them! ;-)
As a homeschool graduate of all twelve years, there is no place I would have rather spent my education, but as also the first child of my parents, I can completely relate to many of the things that had to be tried and retried within the course of the novel. I had to laugh at some parts!
It's the kind of novel that doesn't have a lot of plot depth, but definitely the kind of read a worn out mom can enjoy at the end of the day and feel instant encouragement that she is so not the only one.
It's a cute read, quick and funny and more than just a dash of real life.
This review is my honest opinion. Thanks to the author for my copy to review.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Looking for a Spring break read?
I have one to recommend.
Author Charity Hawkins sent me a copy of her book, The Homeschool Experiment for review.
A delightful novel for moms set in the hilarious, hard, and beautiful world of homeschooling. It's the perfect first book for those just starting out on their homeschooling journey, or beginning to consider the idea, and it's a reminder to the veteran homeschooler that you're not alone. It's sort of like living in the house of a homeschool family for a year. You see the daily challenges, but also the rewards. With refreshing humor and honesty, Hawkins offers moms encouragement in their noble work at home, a chance to laugh at the moments only a mom would understand, and a reminder to cherish those gifts right under their roofs- those wild, irrational, precious people-their own children. Though the book deals with homeschooling, it also addresses the larger question, "What happens when you feel called to do something that seems entirely too big for you?" Between laughs, don't be surprised when you pick up ideas that will simplify your own homeschooling plan. So, come join Julianne and her co-op friends as they navigate through a hard but humorous year of diapers, dinners, husbands, meltdowns, and math lessons. And that's just September.
The Homeschool Experiment had my attention immediately. For one, the main character is Julianne and that's my real name, minus the -e. I also homeschooled kindergarten for my oldest and the challenges in the book are so real. There are humorous moments and realistic ones that will not only affirm homeschool moms, but hopefully open eyes to those who have judged moms who choose to homeschool.... Read more ›
I have one to recommend.
Author Charity Hawkins sent me a copy of her book, The Homeschool Experiment for review.
A delightful novel for moms set in the hilarious, hard, and beautiful world of homeschooling. It's the perfect first book for those just starting out on their homeschooling journey, or beginning to consider the idea, and it's a reminder to the veteran homeschooler that you're not alone. It's sort of like living in the house of a homeschool family for a year. You see the daily challenges, but also the rewards. With refreshing humor and honesty, Hawkins offers moms encouragement in their noble work at home, a chance to laugh at the moments only a mom would understand, and a reminder to cherish those gifts right under their roofs- those wild, irrational, precious people-their own children. Though the book deals with homeschooling, it also addresses the larger question, "What happens when you feel called to do something that seems entirely too big for you?" Between laughs, don't be surprised when you pick up ideas that will simplify your own homeschooling plan. So, come join Julianne and her co-op friends as they navigate through a hard but humorous year of diapers, dinners, husbands, meltdowns, and math lessons. And that's just September.
The Homeschool Experiment had my attention immediately. For one, the main character is Julianne and that's my real name, minus the -e. I also homeschooled kindergarten for my oldest and the challenges in the book are so real. There are humorous moments and realistic ones that will not only affirm homeschool moms, but hopefully open eyes to those who have judged moms who choose to homeschool.... Read more ›
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By IP
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book is a rare gem for the homeschooling community. It made me laugh out loud and cry. The author gives an honest insight of homeschooling.
The main character has flaws like all mothers do. Such as yelling at your kids and feeling bad for it later. Doubting wether or not you are good enough to homeschool.
I can not say enough good things about this book! This book has made me feel so much better about my first year in homeschooling. Please do yourself a favor and read this book!
The main character has flaws like all mothers do. Such as yelling at your kids and feeling bad for it later. Doubting wether or not you are good enough to homeschool.
I can not say enough good things about this book! This book has made me feel so much better about my first year in homeschooling. Please do yourself a favor and read this book!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Liz in OK
Format:Paperback
If you have little kids, you Must Have This Book -- because you need the laughs, camaraderie, ideas & encouragement that flow through every page of this year-in-the-life of a normal (crazy), should-I-even-be-doing-this-homeschool-thing family.
Charity Hawkins' character Julianne explains the ups and downs of life with three young children using honesty and humor. Some days are great and much is accomplished -- and some days make Julianne want to hide in the closet with a giant-sized sack of peanut M&M's (oh, no, wait, that's me! ... but I get the distinct feeling that Julianne would understand). This book is like having a very fun friend come alongside & help you work through the trials & tribulations of early homeschooling. Julianne tackles curriculum decisions, behavior issues, organization, chores, extended family stresses (& disagreements) about homeschooling, her own discouragement & doubt about homeschooling ... everything a homeschool mom struggles with. Reading the hilarious ways she approaches all these situations with faith and hope is so helpful and encouraging - it makes this book a priceless resource.
Charity has included many fabulous, helpful ideas for improving both mothering & teaching in the appendix to her book -- so that when you read about Julianne & think "I should do that too," it's easy to find the resources you need.
This is a great book! I am so excited to be able to recommend it to moms who ask where to get started (or how to cope).
Charity Hawkins' character Julianne explains the ups and downs of life with three young children using honesty and humor. Some days are great and much is accomplished -- and some days make Julianne want to hide in the closet with a giant-sized sack of peanut M&M's (oh, no, wait, that's me! ... but I get the distinct feeling that Julianne would understand). This book is like having a very fun friend come alongside & help you work through the trials & tribulations of early homeschooling. Julianne tackles curriculum decisions, behavior issues, organization, chores, extended family stresses (& disagreements) about homeschooling, her own discouragement & doubt about homeschooling ... everything a homeschool mom struggles with. Reading the hilarious ways she approaches all these situations with faith and hope is so helpful and encouraging - it makes this book a priceless resource.
Charity has included many fabulous, helpful ideas for improving both mothering & teaching in the appendix to her book -- so that when you read about Julianne & think "I should do that too," it's easy to find the resources you need.
This is a great book! I am so excited to be able to recommend it to moms who ask where to get started (or how to cope).
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Funny and relateable
I haven't gotten to the homeschooling portion of my parenting yet, but I could see just about everything that happened in the book happening to me someday. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Jessica Stedman
3.0 out of 5 stars
Cute, but reads a little like a manual with all of the curriculum...
This was a cute little read. I'm not new to homeschooling, so all of the curriculum, methods, etc that were mentioned were very familiar to me. Read more
Published 1 month ago by K. Johnson
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Homeschool Experiment
A delightful novel for moms set in the hilarious, hard, and beautiful world of homeschooling. It's the perfect first book for those just starting out on their homeschooling... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Lollipops
5.0 out of 5 stars
Funny
This book was so light and funny..... the only problem with it was that it ended too soon... I could have kept reading for at least another 200 pages or so.
Published 4 months ago by Tiffany Buch
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simply Beautiful!
I began this book, and not long after, I was laughing, and crying! I highlighted so many great tidbits throughout this book, and will no doubt be returning to it again and again! Read more
Published 4 months ago by SKCawthron
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun read!
This is a great book, it gives you a prespective from someone who has been down the road and toughed out the hard spots. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Emily's thoughts
5.0 out of 5 stars
So funny and fun easy read
I enjoyed this very much. It was real and funny, without being rude or crass at all. Fun look at life as a stay-at-home and homeschooling mom.
Published 4 months ago by Laura Upton
1.0 out of 5 stars
Started well...and then fizzled out.
I was excited to read this book after seeing the great reviews. There just aren't a lot of novels that talk about homeschooling. Read more
Published 5 months ago by J. R. Jordan
4.0 out of 5 stars
Must read for homeschool moms
How often do we get to read a fun fiction book that is a "must read"? The answer for me personally is not very often. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Tonya
5.0 out of 5 stars
real stories pretty close to home
This was so funny I busted out laughing so many times I could just see the exact same stuff going on at my house. Strange b/c her 3 are very very similar to my 3.
Published 6 months ago by Linda Terry
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