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This is Rebecca Kochenderfer from Homeschool.com. Homeschool
Buyers Co-Op did a group buy for the book "Homeschooling and Loving It" which
takes the price down from $15.95 per book to $9.95 per book.
The coupon code is = LoveToHomeschool
The code is good While Supplies Last
The is the method of homeschooling I used with my own children
and it has worked very well for us - my daughter received a large scholarship to
a high school for the performing arts and my son just received
honors-at-entrance to the university of his choice.
Feel free to pass this code on to others that might be
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The Homeschool Buyer's Co-Op just forwarded this unsolicited
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"The New Offering - HOMESCHOOLING AND LOVING IT - we
bought this about a year ago and did the seminar thru BlogTalk Radio. It was
GREAT - the most important thing I learned was to ask the kids WHAT DID THEY
WANT TO LEARN - what were THEIR goals. GREAT book!"
Darlene "Great book. I've already passed mine on before I had a chance to read it to the end so I'm ordering two more copies. I've been homeschooling over 17 years and this is the best resource I've seen yet. Your philosophy is right on!"
Chrissy L. (Jacksonville, FL)
COMMON SENSE + SAVING MONEY =
HOMESCHOOLING AND LOVING IT!!!
Finally,
A common sense approach to homeschooling that is
interactive and guides you in:
Making sure that your child is at or above grade level.Organizing your time between homeschooling, chores, work,
etc.Keeping yourself and your child motivated all year long.Giving your child a complete education without breaking
the bank and without homeschooling 8-10 hours a day.Homeschooling different age children at the same time
(even with a baby or toddler in the house!)Preparing your high schooler to get into their first
college choice.
Rebecca Kochenderfer gives you her expertise from over 16 years of
homeschooling along with that of other successful homeschooling families. You
will find the common sense approach outlined in this book:
Easy to understand.Easy to implement.Saves you Money.
The interactive exercises at the end of each chapter give you
insight and a better understanding of you and your child(ren). In using these
exercises you will find what will and won't work in your home without spending
more time and money.
After reading this book you will never look at homeschooling in the old
traditional way again. You will honestly wonder how you ever functioned without
all the advice provided by Rebecca and the many families that contributed their
ideas.
If you were to buy one resource for your homeschooling ... make it this one.
You will save money, time and a lot of headaches.
It's all about using a common sense approach.
Once you apply what is given in this book, you'll find yourself actually
Homeschooling and Loving it!!!
Introduction
1
For Newcomers
4
Frequently Asked Questions About Homeschooling
Chapter One: Quick-Start Homeschooling Plan
9
Note to Newcomers
Could I Be a Great Homeschooler?
Benefits of Homeschooling
Common Challenges Facing Homeschoolers
Seven Proven Steps for Successful Homeschooling
Grade Expectations
How Do I Make Sure My Child Stays At or Above
Grade Level?
Activity: Discover Your State's Homeschooling
Requirements
Chapter Two: The Best Teaching Style
17
Teaching By Example
How Do You Define Success?
Let Them Pursue Their Passions and Purpose
Catch Them Being Good
Focus on Fun
Activity: Create Your Family Mission
Statement
Chapter Three: Go for the Goals!
29
Why Goals Are Important
Confidence-Building Goals
But What If I Fail?
Why Set Your Own Personal Goals as a Parent
Set Semester Goals
Activity: Failure-Proof Goal-Setting
Activity: Setting Life & Semester Goals
Chapter Four: Save Time, Money and Tears
45
by Teaching to Your Child's Strengths
8 Different Kinds of Smart
Personality Types
Discover Your Child's Unique Learning Style
Talents and Interests
Learning Environment
Teaching Styles
Activity: Student & Teacher Profiles
Activity: My Strength & Style Profile
(includes Learning Styles Quiz)
Chapter Five: Customize a Curriculum
67
Set Goals Within Each Subject
Cost Considerations
How to Teach Different Age Children at the Same
Time
Get Creative, Brainstorm Ideas
Activity: Customize Your Semester Curriculum
Activity: Set Goals For Each Subject
Chapter Six : Get Organized!
85
Streamlining Your System
Where Do You Start?
Staying On Top of Teaching Materials and
Supplies
Selling What You Don't Need
Scavenger Hunt for Supplies
Activity: Operation Supplies Central
Chapter Seven: Manage Your Time
97
(Without Losing Your Mind!)
The Easy 4-Step Time Management Plan For
Homeschoolers
Eliminate Time Clutter
Shape Your Yearly Calendar
Design Your Family's Ideal Week
Find Your Perfect Daily Rhythm
Balancing Laundry with Lessons
Literally!
Be Kind To Yourself
Activity: The Easy 3-Step Scheduler
Chapter Eight: Get Your Teen Into Their First-Choice College
119
What Colleges Are Looking For
College Requirements at a Glance
Prepare Your Children for the Life They Want
Set Your Teens' Curriculum to Suit Their Future
Career
Graduation Requirements Made Easy
Preparing Them for Their First-Choice College
Where There Is a Will, There Is Always a Way
Activity: My Plan for Getting Into My First-Choice College
Chapter Nine: To College or Not to College?
137
That Is the Question
Life After High School
How Do You Know You've Done a Good Job?
Multiple-Choice Options
Prepare Them to Be Financially Responsible
Chapter Ten: Putting It All Together-
149
Your Footpath to the Future
8 Keys to Your Children's Future Success and
Happiness
The Secrets to Staying Inspired
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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