Reading

Websites

(“V” before a title indicates a Catholic publication)

V    Catholic Education: Homeward Bound
by Kimberly Hahn & Mary Hasson
Covers topics from lesson plans and child discipline to field trips and spiritual formation.  Also includes a helpful “suggested resources” section

Charles Schwab Financial Education for all ages

V    Catholic Home Schooling  
by Dr. Mary Kay Clark
Whether or not you’ve made your decision to home school, this book will give you the confidence and joy to want to home school.  DEFINITE READING

       The Core Knowledge Series - What Your 1st Grader (2nd, 3rd, ...) Needs to Know  
by E.D. Hirsch

V    Designing Your Own Classical Curriculum
by Laura Berquist
Explains what a classical curriculum is and gives detailed suggestions for each grade, K -12

       Educating the Whole Hearted Child
by Clay and Sally Clarkson
How to use real books and real life to make your home a vibrant center of living and learning for you and your child.  Based on the Charlotte Mason philosophy.

       For the Children’s Sake  
by Susan Schafer McCauley
Based on Charlotte Mason’s educational philosophy.  Awesome book!

      Home Schooling: Answers to Questions Parents Most Often Ask
by Deborah McIntire & Robert Windham
Secular guide, excellent resource and suggestions

      How to Tutor  
by Samuel Blumenfel
Solid strategies for teaching.  Good for first-time home educators as well as experienced teachers.

      Reading Lists for College-Bound Students
by Estell, Satchwell and Wright
Annotated lists of the 100 books most often recommended by leading colleges and universities.

      Successful Home School Family Handbook
by Dorothy & Dr. Raymond Moore
The Moore’s are pioneers in home schooling.  The book is very encouraging with a “you-can-do-it” attitude.  DEFINITE READING

      The Big Book of Home Learning  
by Mary Pride
Excellent reference books to all schools, state support groups, magazines, etc.  One of the most comprehensive, general books on home schooling.

      To Train Up A Child  
by Michael and Debi Pearl
Want total obedience from your children?  Want to win their hearts?  Then this is a must read!  Child training from a Biblical perspective

      What Your Child Needs to Know When
by Robin Scarlata
Reproducible evaluation check list for grades K - 8

      You Can Teach Your Child Successfully
by Ruth Beechick
This book covers teaching the 3 R’s (reading, writing & arithmetic) and more