The California Homeschool Guide

The California Homeschool Guide
Author: California Home School Network
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
Total Pages: 380
Release: 2002
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1552127125

The California Homeschool Guide is the answer to what prospective and experienced California homeschoolers have been needing for years -- a comprehensive handbook that includes how to homeschool, legal options for California parents, inspiring advice from veteran homeschoolers, and extensive resources. The wisdom of many experienced homeschoolers was brought together into this guide to provide a resource that parents will be able to use for years as they go from new homeschooler to veteran.

California Homeschool Manual

California Homeschool Manual
Author: Susan Beatty
Publisher: CHEP
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2018-03-08
Genre:
ISBN: 9780966093711

Written by co-founders Susan Beatty and Karen Woodfin Middleton, has been updated to include information about the new laws concerning health records and details for filing a private school affidavit. This valuable resource tells California homeschoolers all you need to know to teach your children at home in .From helping you decide if you even want to teach your children at home to forming a philosophy of education.From choosing your curriculum materials and planning your day-to-day activities to graduating your children.Also includes a "Quick Start" guide, forms, and recommended resources.

The Homeschooling Handbook

The Homeschooling Handbook
Author: Mary Griffith
Publisher: Crown
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2010-02-24
Genre: Education
ISBN: 030747769X

Don't Even Think About Teaching Your Child at Home—Until You Read This Book Discover why millions of parents are homeschooling their children. In this revised edition of her groundbreaking book, Mary Griffith tells you everything you need to know about the fastest-growing educational movement in the country, including: ·When, why, and how to homeschool ·Detailed learning ideas for the primary, middle, and teen years ·How to navigate the local regulations ·Strategies to avoid burnout and strengthen family relationships ·Resources in the communitty and the homeschooling network ·And more! Whether you're one of the nearly one million families in the country already homeschooling, planning to take the plunge, or just testing the water, this hands-on book will help! "The Homeschooling Handbook is a valuable resource for anyone intersted in nurturing their child. Whether you homeschool or not, you will find many fresh ideas for working with children in these pages."—Patrick Farenga, publisher, Growing Without Schooling "If you're looking for practical, commonsense advice about homeschooling, if you're looking for answers to the really tough questions from someone with real insights to the movement, if you're looking for sensible commentary backed up by experience and saavy, Mary Griffith's The Homeschooling Handbook is just what you're looking for!"—Helen Hegener, editor, Home Education Magazine

Homeschooling Gifted Kids

Homeschooling Gifted Kids
Author: Cindy West
Publisher:
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2018-09-04
Genre: Gifted children
ISBN: 9781732400306

Homeschooling Gifted Kids gives parents a great deal of practical support and confidence to meet the academic needs of their bright and twice-exceptional learners.

An Introduction to Home Education

An Introduction to Home Education
Author: Susan Beatty
Publisher:
Total Pages: 262
Release: 2012-11-01
Genre: Christian education
ISBN: 9780977070794

An Introduction to Home Education: How to Begin Your Private Homeschool in California, by Susan Beatty and Karen Woodfin Middleton (12th Edition). Published by Christian Home Educators Press. CHEA's "Intro Manual," written by co-founders Susan Beatty and Karen Woodfin Middleton, tells you all you need to know to get started: from helping you decide if you want to teach your children at home to forming a philosophy of education; from choosing your curriculum materials and planning your day-to-day activities to graduating your children. Also includes a "Quick Start" guide and fill-in forms.

California Out of the Box

California Out of the Box
Author: Christine Echeverri
Publisher:
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2018-10-08
Genre:
ISBN: 9781726672276

California Out of the Box uses story as a basis for an interdisciplinary exploration of Golden State history, life and earth science, geography, social studies, the arts, and more! The content spans prehistory through the 1930s. This homeschool/progressive education curriculum includes a teacher guide with comprehension questions, reproducible student pages (for within a family), and answer keys; it is geared for students in grades 3-6, but suggestions are included for families with younger siblings. Note: families must purchase the 8 historical fiction and resource books separately, or request them from their local library.

The Balloon Boy of San Francisco

The Balloon Boy of San Francisco
Author: Dorothy Kupcha Leland
Publisher:
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2005
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780961735746

In 1853, Joseph "Ready" Gates, a San Francisco newspaper boy, struggles to support his family. An encounter with a hot-air balloon brings adventure and opportunity.

The Cruise of the Arctic Star

The Cruise of the Arctic Star
Author: Scott O'Dell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 232
Release: 1973
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

Describes the experiences of the author and his crew sailing up the California coast and includes historical anecdotes connected with places along the way.

Homeschoolers' College Admissions Handbook

Homeschoolers' College Admissions Handbook
Author: Cafi Cohen
Publisher: Crown
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2011-02-16
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0307758834

Everything You Need to Prepare Your Homeschooler for College Success The transition from homeschooling children to preparing them for success in college deserves both planning and preparation. As the parent of a homeschooler, you have many issues to consider besides academic excellence: fulfilling other people's expectations and standards, tackling standardized tests and application essays, and introducing your homeschooler to the atmosphere of a college campus. Now you can direct your child confidently and effectively. This important addition to Prima's acclaimed homeschooling series is filled with tips and insider advice from homeschooling families whose children now attend the schools of their choice. Inside are the answers to your questions, including how to: ·Decide what type of college is right for your homeschooler ·Develop the proper college-preparatory curriculum for your child ·Learn what colleges expect from homeschooled applicants ·Prepare your homeschooler for the admissions process "Cafi Cohen is THE source for the high school homeschooler looking to apply to his or her favorite college." —Manfred Smith, president and founder, Maryland Home Education Association "Don't start homeschooling your college-bound teenager without this book. Cafi Cohen is your homeschooler's personal guidance counselor." —Maureen McCaffery, editor in chief, Homeschooling Today "A must-read for homeschool parents exploring higher-education options for their children. This book will equip, encourage, and empower parents and their students." —Tom Ertz, director, Marion (Iowa) Home School Assistance Program "An outstanding resource for homeschooling teens and their parents. With its invaluable resource listings and handy checklists, this book will allay many of the concerns of college-bound homeschoolers." —Jeanne Biggerstaff, homeschooling parent and president, Oregon Home Education Network "If you are homeschooling a child and wonder about college, then read this book!" —Billy and Nancy Greer, Fun Books