Take a good look at the reasons why homeschooling can help today's kids thrive
Homeschool Rising is a guide for anyone interested in homeschooling their children, regardless of background. It busts through the myths surrounding homeschooling, reveals the failures of our current school system, and demonstrates how home education and loving, motivated parents can provide a solution for students and families everywhere.
There are many assumptions made about homeschooling - that the child will be "socially awkward" due to lack of social interaction, that parents are not equipped to educate their children, that homeschooling is only for White, Christian, middle-class parents, and more. In Homeschool Rising, educator Christy-Faith offers insights from more than 20 years in the field and her experience working with thousands of students to debunk these myths and misconceptions.
The truth is, homeschooling sets today’s students up for success in a way that traditional schooling no longer can. This authoritative yet casual and accessible guide provides parents the tools, courage, and knowledge to opt out of the school system and take charge of their children's education.
- Clear up the confusion and misconception surrounding homeschooling
- See why homeschooling is a great option for kids of any race, religion, and background
- Gain the knowledge you need to start your kids off on the right foot with homeschooling
- Make sure your homeschooled kids are getting the support they need academically and socially
New and experienced homeschoolers looking for support, as well as educators, psychologists, and others who work with homeschooled children, will love the clear, evidence-backed, and conversational information in Homeschool Rising.
Table of Contents
Author's Note xi
Foreword xiii
PART I Rethinking Childhood 1
CHAPTER 1 The Most Dangerous Question: What Makes for a Great Education? 3
CHAPTER 2 The Homeschool Revolution: Why Parents Are Pulling Out Their Kids in Droves 21
PART II The Great Experiment 49
CHAPTER 3 In Plain Sight: The Juicy History and Enduring Legacy of Public Schooling 51
CHAPTER 4 From Helpful to Harmful: What Changed in Education and Why It Matters 77
PART III The Extraordinary Potential of Homeschooling 101
CHAPTER 5 The Homeschooling Edge: Where Possibilities Flourish 103
CHAPTER 6 Understanding Homeschooling: What It Is and Why People Do It 121
PART IV Insight into Homeschooling: Separating Fact from Fiction 137
CHAPTER 7 Flipping the Script on Socialization: The Most Common Objection Is Our Greatest Strength 139
CHAPTER 8 Hitting the Books: Educational Myths about Homeschooling 165
CHAPTER 9 Moving Beyond the Shadow of Doubt: Common Homeschooling Hang-Ups and Fears 183
PART V Finding Your Why and Leaning into Hope 207
CHAPTER 10 Deschooling: Your Bridge over Anxious Waters 209
CHAPTER 11 You Are Enough 233
About the Author 241
Notes 243
Let's Connect 257
Index 259
