beth83 Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 For some reason, the activity on this board intimidates me. Ha! I posted this over on the K-8 Curriculum board, but I am not getting any responses. I know someone might lend assistance! And I am not looking for TWTM. I already read it. I don't want a book full of curriculum suggestions. I'm in search of practical insights, encouragement, biblical advice, etc... Last summer I attended my first homeschooling conference. I really just went to browse curriculum that I would be using for this upcoming year, as we are just now reaching the schooling age. I refused to leave empty handed, so I impulsively bought Homeschooling with a Meek and Quiet Spirit by Teri Maxwell. Wow. I loved reading that book! I plan to read it every year to make sure my heart is in the right place before we start school. What a gem this impulsive buy has become! With more seasoned moms ahead of me, I was just wondering if there are any similar suggestions. Not a book on methods, or curriculum, but anything that speaks directly to you, the teacher. When you are fried, or frazzled from homeschooling, or you want to kick things off to a great start, do you have a good book you run to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommyK Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Lies Homeschooling Moms Believe by Todd Wilson was a huge encouragement to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoVanGogh Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 I have two books I re-read every year: I saw the angel in the marble by Chris Davis and Pocketful of pinecones by Karen Andreola Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shellbelle Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 I really enjoy books written by Sally Clarkson. Lies Homeschool Moms Believe is another favorite! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mothersweets Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Over the years, A Charlotte Mason Companion has been a great encouragement to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbel Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 I have two books I re-read every year: I saw the angel in the marble by Chris Davis and Pocketful of pinecones by Karen Andreola Yes! I was thinking of those, particularly I Saw the Angel... Linda Dobson's books are good too. I can't think of the titles right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeLovePassion Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Mission of Motherhood and Ministry of Motherhood are both great by Sally Clarkson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mandymom Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 When Homeschooling Gets Tough by Diana Johnson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 I found reading Liping Ma's book and also The War Against Grammar really gave me a boost in reminding me WHY I was doing what I was doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Nyssa Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 I liked A Mom Like You. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandra Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 I found reading Liping Ma's book and also The War Against Grammar really gave me a boost in reminding me WHY I was doing what I was doing. The grammar book sounds interesting. My library doesn't have it, and it is expensive, even used. But I'll keep my eye out for an old, tattered copy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandra Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 Carol Barnier, If I'm Diapering a Watermelon, Then Where'd I Leave the Baby? and How to Get Your Child Off the Refrigerator and On to Learning light-hearted and they make me feel competent because I never diapered a watermelon.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LNC Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 The WTM is my curriculum guide as you said. I also like Sally Clarkson and Karen Andreola and Susan Schaeffer Macaulay. My all time favorite author for envisioning and encouragement is Debra Bell. She combines perspective on the "why" to homeschool (from a Christian perspective) with academic rigor that really inspires me. http://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Guide-Homeschooling-Debra-Bell/dp/1932012982'>http://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Guide-Homeschooling-Debra-Bell/dp/1932012982 http://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Guide-Homeschooling-Debra-Bell/dp/1932012982 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 The grammar book sounds interesting. My library doesn't have it, and it is expensive, even used. But I'll keep my eye out for an old, tattered copy. I couldn't find one, so I got it through inter library loan. It came from a local liberal arts college. It is a short but compelling read, and I'll pay you 10 bucks if you don't think they guy the bees knees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandra Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 I couldn't find one, so I got it through inter library loan. It came from a local liberal arts college. It is a short but compelling read, and I'll pay you 10 bucks if you don't think they guy the bees knees. It sounds as though it might be worth asking my library to do an out-of-system loan. I'll let you know when I've read it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4Hisglory Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 This is a great one, http://www.amazon.com/Things-Wish-Known-Abundant-Life-Homeschooling/dp/1883002427 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newlifemom Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 I couldn't find one, so I got it through inter library loan. It came from a local liberal arts college. It is a short but compelling read, and I'll pay you 10 bucks if you don't think they guy the bees knees. I have to say I am enjoying it very much. The decline of grammar section weighed me down a bit, but that could've been due the lateness of the hour. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltop Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 I have enjoyed all of Sally Clarkson's books. They are so encouraging and affirming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OK Family Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 :iagree: Pocketful of Pinecones I was very nervous at the thought of homeschooling and after reading that my I knew I was making the right choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halcyon Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 http://www.thegreatcourses.com/tgc/courses/Mixology-Courses.aspx?ai=62726 I'd go with this one. (ps..I had a very longgggg and stressful day..:tongue_smilie:) :lol::lol: right up my alley.....i just learned to make fresh mojitos yesterday....:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halcyon Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 The grammar book sounds interesting. My library doesn't have it, and it is expensive, even used. But I'll keep my eye out for an old, tattered copy. i have the War Against Grammar and really love it. It's a slim book, but I re-read it every year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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