The Homeschooling Book of Lists (J-B Ed: Book of Lists) [Paperback]

Michael Leppert (Author), Mary Leppert (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 9, 2008 | ISBN-10: 0787996718 | ISBN-13: 978-0787996710 | Edition: 1

The Homeschooling Book of Lists is a comprehensive, authoritative, and user-friendly resource for homeschoolers or anyone considering teaching their child at home. Written by Michael and Mary Leppert, two experts in the field of homeschooling, this easy-to-use book is filled with information, tips, and resources that will help you give your child an outstanding education. Lists include:

• Homeschooling support groups, both religious and non-religious
• The top 100 homeschooling websites
• Homeschooling FAQs
• Who's who in homeschooling
• The top magazines and best books for homeschoolers
• Specific resources for each type of homeschooling: non-religious, Christian, Jewish, Catholic, Muslim, and Mormon
• Special needs homeschooling resources
• Recommended homeschool products and vendors for teaching: reading, language arts, math, science, spelling, geography, foreign language, P.E., and more
• Homeschool-friendly colleges
• Businesses with homeschool-friendly hiring practices

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

The Homeschooling Book of Lists is a comprehensive, authoritative, and user-friendly resource for homeschoolers or anyone considering teaching their child at home. Written by Michael and Mary Leppert, two experts in the field of homeschooling, this easy-to-use book is filled with information, tips, and resources that will help you give your child an outstanding education.

The book covers a wide variety of topics—including what to consider before homeschooling, state-by-state guidelines for homeschoolers, curriculum resources by subject area, and getting your homeschooled student into college. The Homeschooling Book of Lists offers:

• A variety of proven homeschooling models and methods

• Religious and ethnic homeschooling resources

• Guidance on finding help for special needs learners

• Information on tutors and tutoring, homeschooling suppliers, charter schools, and independent study programs

• Resources for testing and test preparation

• Valuable coupons to help you save money

In addition, this important resource contains frequently asked questions and a glossary of common homeschooling terms.

"In the dynamic resurrection of the ancient art of home education over the past three decades, Mary and Michael Leppert stand out among the most effective forces making it happen. Now they have distilled for us the essence of homeschooling's possibilities. This is the best kind of useful field guide to a rewarding alternative to school-as-usual. What a stupendous piece of work!"
—John Taylor Gatto, author, The UndergroundHistory of American Education and Weapons ofMass Instruction

"One of the most convenient and useful references I've seen—this book will be a blessing to countless parents, saving them time and helping them find just what they need, whatever their goals may be."
—Andrew Pudewa, director, Institute for Excellence in Writing and homeschooling father

"This book contains a wealth of information for both new and veteran homeschoolers, and would be a valuable addition to any homeschooler's library."
—Dr. Mary Hood, author of The Relaxed Homeschooler and homeschooling mother

About the Author

Michael and Mary Leppert are homeschooling parents and co-publishers of The Link homeschool magazine, the largest homeschooling publication in the U.S.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass; 1 edition (May 9, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0787996718
• ISBN-13: 978-0787996710
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 0.6 x 11.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #668,185 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good guideline, especially for beginners, August 20, 2008

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A. M. Ferrell (Tipp City, Ohio United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Homeschooling Book of Lists (J-B Ed: Book of Lists) (Paperback)

I got this book by accident because I was looking for the Homeschoolers Book of Lists, but this is still a good find. The other book is filled with topical information and lists to be used in the actual classroom, like lists of terms or historical dates. This book in contrast is a guide for resources to be used by the teacher, like lists of websites on Charlotte Mason, or lists of curriculim publishers, teaching styles, etc. I learned a lot right away. Great information to have on hand. Will add nicely to my reference library. I didn't give it 5 stars because in some areas I felt it was a little too brief, but they do at least direct you to several resources to get more info.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Quickly outdates, June 9, 2009

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bekainindia - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Homeschooling Book of Lists (J-B Ed: Book of Lists) (Paperback)

The lists are great but I have found about half of the websites I was looking for in Unit Studies were no longer available. It's just the nature of this kind of book that will happen but then there should be a way to get updates, like on the website or e-mailed or else print an updated version every year or so.