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Create your best homeschooling ever. Learn the art of stress-free
homeschooling so you can homeschool your children without losing your mind or
your pocketbook. Homeschooling and Loving It!
is for both new and
experienced homeschoolers.
After using the proven methods in
this book you will know how to:
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Make sure that your child is at or above
grade level. |
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Organize your time between
homeschooling, chores, work, etc. |
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Keep yourself and your child motivated
all year long. |
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Give your child a complete education
without breaking the bank and without homeschooling 8-10 hours a day. |
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Homeschool different age children at the
same time (even with a baby or toddler in the house!), And… |
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Prepare your high schooler to get into
their choice college. |
Rebecca Kochenderfer is the owner of Homeschool.com and author of Homeschooling and Loving It! If you would like to purchase a copy of "Homeschooling and Loving It!", click here. Each week, during the first half of the radio show, I will walk you through chapter by chapter of the book. By the time we are finished with the book, you will have created a customized curriculum for your child that is based on his or her personal dreams, goals and learning style.


Introduction
1
For Newcomers
4
Y Frequently
Asked Questions About Homeschooling
Chapter One: Quick-Start Homeschooling Plan
9
Y Note to Newcomers
Y Could I Be a Great Homeschooler?
Y Benefits of Homeschooling
Y Common Challenges Facing Homeschoolers
Y Seven Proven Steps for Successful Homeschooling
Y Grade Expectations
Y How Do I Make Sure My Child Stays At or Above
Grade Level?
Y Activity: Discover Your State’s Homeschooling
Requirements
Chapter Two: The Best Teaching Style
17
Y Teaching By Example
Y How Do You Define Success?
Y Let Them Pursue Their Passions and Purpose
Y Catch Them Being Good
Y Focus on Fun
Y Activity: Create Your Family Mission
Statement
Chapter Three: Go for the Goals!
29
Y Why Goals Are Important
Y Confidence-Building Goals
Y But What If I Fail?
Y Why Set Your Own Personal Goals as a Parent
Y Set Semester Goals
Y Activity: Failure-Proof Goal-Setting
Y Activity: Setting Life & Semester Goals
Chapter Four: Save Time, Money and Tears
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by Teaching to Your Child’s Strengths
Y 8 Different Kinds of Smart
Y Personality Types
Y Discover Your Child’s Unique Learning Style
Y Talents and Interests
Y Learning Environment
Y Teaching Styles
Y Activity: Student & Teacher Profiles
Y Activity: My Strength & Style Profile
(includes Learning Styles Quiz)
Chapter Five: Customize a Curriculum
67
Y Set Goals Within Each Subject
Y Cost Considerations
Y How to Teach Different Age Children at the Same
Time
Y Get Creative, Brainstorm Ideas
Y Activity: Customize Your Semester Curriculum
Y Activity: Set Goals For Each Subject
Chapter Six : Get Organized!
85
Y Streamlining Your System
Y Where Do You Start?
Y Staying On Top of Teaching Materials and
Supplies
Y Selling What You Don’t Need
Y Scavenger Hunt for Supplies
Y Activity: Operation Supplies Central
Chapter Seven: Manage Your Time
97
(Without Losing Your Mind!)
Y The Easy 4-Step Time Management Plan For
Homeschoolers
Y Eliminate Time Clutter
Y Shape Your Yearly Calendar
Y Design Your Family’s Ideal Week
Y Find Your Perfect Daily Rhythm
Y Balancing Laundry with Lessons…Literally!
Y Be Kind To Yourself
Y Activity: The Easy 3-Step Scheduler
Chapter Eight: Get Your Teen Into Their First-Choice College
119
Y What Colleges Are Looking For
Y College Requirements at a Glance
Y Prepare Your Children for the Life They Want
Y Set Your Teens’ Curriculum to Suit Their Future
Career
Y Graduation Requirements Made Easy
Y Preparing Them for Their First-Choice College
Y Where There Is a Will, There Is Always a Way
Y Activity: My Plan for Getting Into My
First-Choice College
Chapter Nine: To College or Not to College?
137
That Is the Question
Y Life After High School
Y How Do You Know You’ve Done a Good Job?
Y Multiple-Choice Options
Y Prepare Them to Be Financially Responsible
Chapter Ten: Putting It All Together-
149
Your Footpath to the Future
Y 8 Keys to Your Children’s Future Success and
Happiness
Y The Secrets to Staying Inspired
Y The Final
Step
Bonus: My Custom Home Learning Plan
159


“How many parents, upon embarking on their
homeschool adventure, ask their children ‘What do you want?’ ‘What is important
to you?’ More often the pressing questions are ‘What does the state want; what’s
important for college?’ The message in Homeschooling & Loving It is so terribly
important because it encourages parents to ask life-changing questions of their
children; questions that, if they will really listen to their answers, will
actually help them discover their dreams, and find God’s purpose for putting
them here on earth.” Barb Shelton;
author of Senior High: A Home-Designed Form+U+la (www.HomeschoolOasis.com)
“I’m loving Homeschooling and Loving It! It is
well-written, well-designed, and much needed! It clearly and simply starts at
the beginning and shows the way to the end. It takes into account more than
“school” and goes on to incorporate all aspects of learning, but most important,
it revolves around discovering and encouraging each child’s uniqueness and
individuality. Whether you are new to the idea or homeschooling or just need to
regain momentum or change directions, you'll find this book most helpful. Step
by step it guides you to think, design and gather the resources to carry out a
homeschooling plan that you and your family can not only live with, but thrive
with. Your biggest disappointment may be, like mine, when you come to the end
and there is no more!” Joyce Herzog,
author, speaker, consultant www.joyceherzog.info
“I’ve read many books on homeschooling, and this
one is perhaps the most user-friendly on the market. Each chapter progresses
logically and is packed with valuable information. And to make that information
accessible, each chapter includes a "Suggestion Box" with advice from veterans,
plus a recommended family activity. Homeschooling and Loving It! wins a 10 out
of 10 for practicality and inspiration.” Rhonda Barfield,
author of Real-Life Homeschooling: The Stories of 21Families Who
Teach Their Children at Home
“Homeschooling is one of the most important
choices a family will ever make. While the decision should be based on research
and information, the daily routine of it needs to be based on a mutual passion
for discovery, ongoing respect for each other and the joy that learning as a
family can bring. With Rebecca's book in hand it will be easy--and so
worthwhile!” Tamra Orr, author of
“Asking Questions, Finding Answers: A Parent's Guide to
Homeschooling” and “America's Best Colleges for B Students.”
“This book is a gem in every aspect – one of the
best homeschooling books we have read. Filled with practical advice and warm
wisdom, Rebecca can help you make sure that your homeschooling is joyful and
comes from the heart.” Win and Bill Sweet,
Authors of “Living Joyfully With Children”
“As the homeschooling wave continues to gather
force in the U.S. and around the world, Rebecca Kochenderfer has been at the
forefront as a facilitator, educator and cheerleader. This truly wonderful
book is a comprehensive and interactive approach that will help any parent--from
the seasoned veteran to the wary beginner--to clarify personal vision, approach
and structure. A parent who follows Rebecca's guide will almost certainly
find success and fulfillment in the homeschool journey. Heartily recommended!” Oliver DeMille,
President of George Wythe College and author, "A Thomas
Jefferson Education, Educating a Generation of Leaders for the
Twenty-first Century"
“From
cradle to college, Homeschooling and Loving It! covers just about all there is
to know and do in order to love homeschooling. Newcomers will get off to a great
start in their homeschooling, and veterans will learn new things that can add
joy and inspiration to their days. Rebecca Kochenderfer’s informative and
encouraging writing style lifts and supports rather than piles on guilt. Her
activities at the end of each chapter help the reader put “legs” to their new
knowledge, making this a very useful family workbook for all family members.
Homeschooling and Loving It! strikes a delightful balance in attainable
“structure for a purpose” while moving yourself and your children to life goals.
Even non-homeschoolers would benefit from this practical and helpful advice for
family living.” Marilyn Rockett, author
of Homeschooling at the Speed of Life
“The best way to turn your children
into self-learners is to get them excited about learning, and one of the best
ways I know to get your children excited about learning is to follow the advice
in Homeschooling and Loving It.” Joanne Calderwood, Educational
Coach, Speaker, Author of “I'm the Mom; I Don't Have to Know
Calculus / A Self-Teaching Manual"
“Rebecca has done it again! Who wouldn't want to
homeschool after reading this book? Practical and inspiring, Homeschooling &
Loving It! belongs in every parent's library, even those who are not
homeschooling.” Mariaemma Willis,
co-author Discover Your Child's Learning Style and A Self-Portrait(tm)
Learning Style Profile, www.learningsuccessinstitute.com
“This book will become one of your most treasured
resources. The information on goal-setting is so valuable it can change the
course of your child’s life.” Pat Wyman,
founder of www.HowToLearn.com and author of “Learning vs. Testing”
“I wholeheartedly recommend ‘Homeschooling and
Loving It.’ Whether you are a beginner or an experienced homeschooler, this book
will help you build a stronger and more loving relationship with your child.” Martin and Jenifer Thomas,
co-authors of “Slice of Heaven-a family on the move” and parents
of five homeschooled children

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