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Books

(34)
  • The Homeschool Bible

    Homeschooling

    by Mandy Davis

    A practical, comprehensive guide to building a thriving home education — from rules and regulations to everyday rhythms. Written by a former school principal to bring all the scattered advice into one place.

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  • The Call of the Wild and Free

    Homeschooling

    by Ainsley Arment

    Reclaiming wonder in childhood through nature, play, and family life. A beautiful guide to a more joyful, freedom-filled homeschool.

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  • The Brave Learner

    Homeschooling

    by Julie Bogart

    Everyday magic in homeschooling — finding joy, connection, and confidence in your homeschool days.

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  • Teaching from Rest

    Homeschooling

    by Sarah Mackenzie

    A peaceful, sustainable, Christian approach to homeschooling that replaces anxiety with rest.

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  • For the Children's Sake

    Charlotte Mason

    by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay

    The foundational book on Charlotte Mason's vision for a life-giving education.

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  • The Read-Aloud Family

    Read-Aloud

    by Sarah Mackenzie

    Making meaningful connections and raising lifelong readers through the habit of reading aloud.

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  • Home Learning Year by Year

    Homeschooling

    by Rebecca Rupp

    A practical guide to what to teach and when, year by year, with resource lists for each grade.

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  • Educating the WholeHearted Child

    Christian Homeschooling

    by Clay & Sally Clarkson

    A biblical, whole-child approach to home education and discipleship.

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  • Awaking Wonder

    Christian Homeschooling

    by Sally Clarkson

    Nurturing wonder, imagination, and faith in your children's hearts.

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  • The Well-Trained Mind

    Classical

    by Susan Wise Bauer & Jessie Wise

    The comprehensive guide to classical education at home, preschool through high school.

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  • Consider This

    Charlotte Mason

    by Karen Glass

    How Charlotte Mason drew on the classical tradition to shape her educational philosophy.

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  • Dumbing Us Down

    Homeschooling

    by John Taylor Gatto

    A thought-provoking critique of conventional schooling from a former Teacher of the Year.

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  • You Are Your Child's First Teacher

    Early Years

    by Rahima Baldwin Dancy

    Waldorf-inspired guidance for being your child's first and most important teacher.

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  • Give Your Child the World

    Read-Aloud

    by Jamie C. Martin

    Globally-minded reading lists that help kids understand the world through books.

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  • Shepherding a Child's Heart

    Christian Parenting

    by Tedd Tripp

    Shepherding your child's heart toward God rather than merely managing behavior.

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  • Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles

    Christian Parenting

    by Paul David Tripp

    Fourteen gospel-shaped principles that reframe everyday parenting.

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  • Habits of the Household

    Christian Parenting

    by Justin Whitmel Earley

    Practicing faith through simple, intentional daily household rhythms.

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  • Sacred Parenting

    Christian Parenting

    by Gary Thomas

    How God uses the journey of parenting to shape and sanctify the parent.

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  • Family Driven Faith

    Christian Parenting

    by Voddie Baucham

    Equipping families to disciple their children in a post-Christian culture.

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  • Grace Based Parenting

    Christian Parenting

    by Tim Kimmel

    Raising kids with grace and freedom rather than fear and control.

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  • How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk

    Parenting

    by Adele Faber & Elaine Mazlish

    Communication skills that build cooperation and deepen the parent-child relationship.

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  • The Whole-Brain Child

    Parenting

    by Daniel J. Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson

    Twelve strategies to nurture your child's developing mind and emotional life.

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  • No-Drama Discipline

    Discipline

    by Daniel J. Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson

    A whole-brain approach to discipline that calms the chaos without the drama.

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  • Raising Good Humans

    Mindful Parenting

    by Hunter Clarke-Fields

    Mindful parenting strategies to raise kind, confident, resilient kids.

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  • How to Raise an Adult

    Parenting

    by Julie Lythcott-Haims

    Preparing kids for success by stepping back from overparenting.

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  • The Gift of Failure

    Parenting

    by Jessica Lahey

    Letting kids learn and grow through the mess of their mistakes.

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  • Good Inside

    Parenting

    by Dr. Becky Kennedy

    A compassionate, practical guide to resilient, confident parenting.

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  • Siblings Without Rivalry

    Parenting

    by Adele Faber & Elaine Mazlish

    Reducing conflict and building connection between siblings.

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  • Simplicity Parenting

    Parenting

    by Kim John Payne

    Using the power of less to raise calmer, happier, more secure kids.

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  • Atomic Habits

    Habits & Productivity

    by James Clear

    A practical guide to building small habits that compound into remarkable results — helpful for building consistent homeschool routines.

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  • For the Children's Sake

    Education Philosophy

    by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay

    A gentle introduction to Charlotte Mason's ideas and what education can look like when centered on the child as a whole person.

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  • Teaching from Rest

    Homeschooling

    by Sarah Mackenzie

    Encouragement for homeschooling moms to teach from a place of peace rather than anxiety.

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  • The Brave Learner

    Homeschooling

    by Julie Bogart

    A liberating approach to homeschooling that values connection and curiosity over perfection.

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  • Raising Good Humans

    Child Rearing / Parenting

    by Hunter Clarke-Fields

    Mindful strategies for breaking reactive parenting patterns and raising kind, confident kids.

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Podcasts

(17)
  • The Art of Homeschooling

    Homeschooling

    Hosted by Julie Bogart

    Building a simple, inspiring, doable homeschool life you love.

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  • Homeschool Unrefined

    Homeschooling

    Hosted by Angela Sizer & Maren Goers

    Real, unfiltered, encouraging conversation about homeschooling.

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  • The Homeschool Sisters

    Homeschooling

    Hosted by Cait Curley & Kara Anderson

    Encouragement and community for homeschooling families.

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  • Homeschool Solutions Show

    Homeschooling

    Hosted by Pam Barnhill

    Practical solutions, planning, and encouragement for everyday homeschool life.

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  • TiLT Parenting

    Homeschooling

    Hosted by Debbie Reber

    Parenting differently-wired and twice-exceptional kids with compassion.

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  • Wild + Free

    Homeschooling

    Hosted by Ainsley Arment

    Nature-based, wonder-filled homeschooling inspiration and stories.

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  • Called to Homeschool

    Homeschooling

    Hosted by Called to Homeschool

    Building real confidence and peace as a homeschool parent.

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  • The Christian Parenting Podcast

    Christian Parenting

    Hosted by Christian Parenting

    Faith-based encouragement and resources for raising kids who love Jesus.

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  • Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

    Christian Parenting

    Hosted by Focus on the Family

    Practical, faith-based parenting guidance through every stage of childhood.

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  • Risen Motherhood

    Christian Motherhood

    Hosted by Emily Jensen & Laura Wifler

    Gospel-centered encouragement for the everyday moments of motherhood.

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  • Don't Mom Alone

    Christian Motherhood

    Hosted by Heather MacFadyen

    Encouragement for moms to parent with purpose, connection, and faith.

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  • Good Inside

    Parenting

    Hosted by Dr. Becky

    Practical, actionable parenting strategies from a clinical psychologist.

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  • Raising Good Humans Podcast

    Parenting

    Hosted by Dr. Aliza Pressman

    Science-backed parenting, child development, and practical strategies.

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  • Sage Family

    Gentle Parenting

    Hosted by Rachel Rainbolt

    Gentle parenting, homeschooling, and unschooling from a peaceful-parenting lens.

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  • Unruffled

    Respectful Parenting

    Hosted by Janet Lansbury

    Confident, respectful parenting guidance rooted in the RIE approach.

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  • The Mom Hour

    Parenting

    Hosted by Meagan Francis & Laura Vogel

    Real-life parenting conversation and encouragement for every season.

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  • Read-Aloud Revival

    Read-Aloud & Literature

    Hosted by Sarah Mackenzie

    Inspiration and book lists to help you connect with your kids through reading aloud together.

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