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Dumbing Us Down
The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling
by John Taylor Gatto
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In this tenth-anniversary edition, Gatto updates his theories on how the U.S. educational system cranks out students the way Detroit cranks out Buicks. He contends that students are more programmed to conform to economic and social norms rather than really taught to think.
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The Successful Homeschool Family Handbook
A Creative And Stress-Free Approach to Homeschooling
by Dorothy Moore
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If you are thinking about homeschooling, or are struggling with a educational homeschooling curriculum that is difficult to use, let Dr. Ray and Dorothy Moore show you how to make homeschooling an easy-to-live-with family adventure in learning. This low-stress, low-cost program shows you how to build a curriculum around your child's needs and interests - and around a realistic family schedule.
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Learning All The Time
by John Holt
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This delightful book by the influential author of How Children Fail and How Children Learn shows how children learn to read, write, and count in their everyday life at home and how adults can respect and encourage this wonderful process.
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We find comfort among those who agree with us
- growth among those who don't.
~ Frank A. Clark
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Southern California Email Lists, Support Groups, Facebook Groups, Associations, Message Boards, Forums and Newsletters
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- Seaside Home Educators - A private homeschool support group for Christian families living in the south-county region of San Luis Obispo, California. Our purpose in joining together is to offer encouragement, fellowship, and group activities for our members.
- For more information, visit Seaside Home Educators.
- Secular Home Educators - Whittier (SecularHomeEducators) - An eclectic INCLUSIVE group of Homeschoolers. We meet once a week for park days and at least once a month for a feild trips. This group has all ages and styles of homeschooling.
- To Subscribe, visit Secular Home Educators - Whittier.
- South Bay Homeschool Network - A support group for families who are homeschooling their children in or around the South Bay area of Los Angeles. We are a very diverse group. Everyone is welcome.
- For more information, visit South Bay Homeschool Network.
- South Coast Christian Home Educators - Our support group was conceived by homeschool moms who wanted to have their children interact with other homeschool kids, while at the same time benefiting from support and encouragement from other Christian homeschoolers. We welcome members from all over Orange County, however our central meeting locations are primarily based in Mission Viejo.
- For more information, visit South Coast Christian Home Educators.
- South Orange County Homeschool Support (soc-hs) - Serves communities that are south of Los Angeles and north of San Diego located in Southern California. The majority of our members come from San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point, Aliso Viejo, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Huntington Beach & Newport Beach. SOCHS exists as an inclusive, non-religious group of home schooling families which welcomes many different styles of home education.
- To Subscribe, visit South Orange County Homeschool Support.
- South Orange County Homeschoolers (SOC_homeschoolers) - We are an inclusive and eclectic group of homeschoolers who live primarily in South Orange County, CA.
- To Subscribe, visit South Orange County Homeschoolers.
- Southern California HomeSchool Enrichment (SCHSEnrichment) - This group is for homeschooling families in Greater Los Angeles and surrounding Southern California communities, who are interested in getting together for specialized classes and other interesting activites. There are many homeschool groups with a local focus or a state-wide focus, this one is intended to be for all SoCal residents who value the opportunity to take part in a unique or interesting event, even if it requires a longer drive.
- To Subscribe, visit Southern California HomeSchool Enrichment.
- Southern California Homeschool Teen Connection (teenconnection) - Welcome to the southern California Homeschool Teen Connection Announcement board. This board is strictly for promoting TEEN activities around southern California and connecting teen homeschoolers to groups in their locality. Posts for teens and their families are permitted as long as the event is teen focused.
- To Subscribe, visit Southern California Homeschool Teen Connection.
- Southern California Unschoolers (SoCalUnschoolers) - It seems that there are small pockets of unschoolers here and there throughout Southern California, but there hasn't been an easy way to connect with each other. This group is for unschoolers and anyone else interested in the very simple, but very radical idea that life is learning and learning is life! This list is not meant to be primarily a philosophic or theoretical discussion group. SoCalUnschoolers is a place for sharing ideas and planning get-togethers with other like-minded families.
- To Subscribe, visit Southern California Unschoolers.
- Tehachapi Homeschool Co-Op (TehachapiHomeschoolCo_Op) - This group is all-inclusive, and we do not discriminate to religions, ethnic background or style of homeschooling. Tehachapi Homeschool Co-op is a support group for all homeschoolers in and around our area. We try to have park days weekly when the weather is nice and sometimes classes or workshops are offered by a member. If you live in surrounding towns -- Bakersfield, Bear Valley, Stallion Springs, Mojave, Rosamond, California City or Edwards AFB, you are welcome to the group, but remember that almost all activities are held in Tehachapi.
- To Subscribe, visit Tehachapi Homeschool Co-Op (TehachapiHomeschoolCo_Op).
- Temecula Home Education (TemeculaHomeEducation) - We are a friendly group of homeschoolers living in or near the Temecula Valley area of California. We welcome conversations and comments regarding all aspects of home education; including how-to tips on teaching, instruction, curriculum, siblings, etc.
- To Subscribe, visit Temecula Home Education.
- TJE (Thomas Jefferson Education) San Diego (tje_sandiego) - For San Diego area families and others wanting to share ideas as they apply the principles of leadership education in their homes. These principles are described in A Thomas Jefferson Education by Oliver DeMille and taught in the "Face to Face With Greatness" seminar series offered by George Wythe College.
- To Subscribe, visit TJE (Thomas Jefferson Education) San Diego.
- Tracy Homeschoolers (TracyHomeschoolers) - An all-inclusive group for homeschoolers in Tracy California and nearby areas. This group is designed to allow us to meet each other, discuss any ideas, inspirations, successes, or concerns we may have as we homeschool our children.
- To Subscribe, visit Tracy Homeschoolers.
- Tracy/Mtn. House Homeschool Network - Tracy/Mtn. House Home Education Network welcomes all homeschoolers from Tracy, Mtn. House and all surrounding areas. We are diverse in our homeschooling styles, as our experience, our faiths, and our cultures. Our mission is to be able to come together as a local support group, to share ideas, resources, successes and struggles. We host events via Meetup to expand our social network for ourselves and our children, with socialization and educational themes as our central focus.
- For more information, visit Tracy/Mtn. House Homeschool Network.
- Tri-State Scholars at Home (Needles area) (tristatehomeschoolers) - A fun group of supportive families - all are welcome - whether it be traditional homeschool, ecclectic, unschooling, or whatever method!! Our diverse and multi-faith members live in the Tri-State area of Bullhead City, AZ; Laughlin, NV; and Needles, CA and the many outlying areas in Clark, San Bernardino, and Mohave County. We are a very active group with regular park days, field trips and seasonal festivities!
We are not secular, we are inclusive and tolerant of all religions and faiths and respect each others decisions to teach our children as we will. The goal of this group is to socialize our children in a positive setting and to provide support to families on the homeschooling journey.
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- To Subscribe, visit Tri-State Scholars at Home (Needles area).
- Unschool San Diego (UnschoolSanDiego) - A truly inclusive group committed to supporting it’s members by providing a forum for discussion, social connections, and exploration. There is no one "right" way to unschool - there are as many ways as there are individuals pursuing the joy of learning unhindered by convention and societal dictums. If you feel you are an unschooler then you are! All memberships must be approved by the moderators. Please post an introduction within one week of your membership approval. Please sign all posts.
- To Subscribe, visit Unschool San Diego.
- Vandenberg Homeschool Support Group - It is our desire to support Vandenberg AFB families in their homeschooling journey. We are a Christian group, professing Jesus as our Savior. We welcome all people, including those with different religious beliefs, families considering homeschooling, new homeschoolers, and homeschool veterans as well. You must have base access to attend group meetings. This is an information site only, to join, please contact and attend a meeting. You will then be given instructions on how to join our Google Group and/or Facebook Group.
- For more information, visit Vandenberg Homeschool Support Group.
- Ventura County-Conejo Valley Marketplace (HomeschoolClearinghouse) - Scope: Ventura County and the Conejo Valley, Southern California. Resource listing/venue for vendors and individual sellers and seekers of homeschool supplies and materials. A virtual bazaar.
- To Subscribe, visit Ventura County-Conejo Valley Marketplace.
- Ventura County Homeschoolers (VenturaCountyHomeLearners) - We share planned activities and exchange ideas, resources, and information with other current, prospective, and "veteran" families of homeschoolers, unschoolers, and independent study learners in Ventura County (Southern California). Although primarily for those families living in or near Ventura County, all are welcome, regardless of faith, curriculum preference, lifestyle, or location.
- To Subscribe, visit Ventura County Homeschoolers.
- Ventura County Homeschool Information - A homeschooling resource site, geared for homeschoolers living in and around the Ventura, California area.
- For more information, visit Ventura County Homeschool Information.
- Visalia Homeschool Park Days (VisaliaHomeschoolParkDays) - For all Visalia area homeschoolers (pre K - 12) who are interested in getting together for park days and other activities. Everyone is welcome - charter school, independent, preschool, whatever home school method you use.
- To Subscribe, visit Visalia Homeschool Park Days (VisaliaHomeschoolParkDays).
- West Orange County Homeschool Group (westoc-hs) - An informal exclusive support group for home schooling families ONLY. Our families are diverse in their methods and styles of home education and ALL homeschoolers are welcome. In case you are wondering, the ages of the children in our group range from babies to teenagers. The majority of our members live in Huntington Beach, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Westminster, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Seal Beach, and surrounding cities.
- To Subscribe, visit West Orange County Homeschool Group.
- West Valley California Homeschoolers (WValleyHomeschoolers) - Individuals may only be added as legitimate Los Angeles area homeschooling families seeking to learn and share as respectful participants in this vibrant community. Membership requirements include identity verification to well protect our current 700 + Familes. Direct Contact: Lisa Jackson at ljxmediaarts@gmail.com.
We are a secular group of Homeschooling Families who are inclusive of all learning styles, teaching methods and beliefs. Our aim is to bring a true sense of community and belonging to our members. We are concerned, active and reflective of the needs and values of our members. We are welcoming to anyone who is looking for a supportive, respectful, multicultural and creative homeschooling community. All homeschoolers regardless of ethnic heritage, culture, nationality, spiritual beliefs or religious beliefs are welcomed
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- To Subscribe, visit West Valley California Homeschoolers.
- Whittier Narrows Homeschooling FUN! (HomeschoolingFUN-WhittierNarrows) - A support group based in southwest area of San Gabriel Valley for families choosing to take charge of their children's education. Families working together create unique scholastic and social opportunities for every age. Visit with us every Thursday for Park Day at Whittier Narrows park. We have classes, field trips and great themes for our park days! Check out our Homeschooling FUN! website for latest class schedule, field trips and for online registration. Serving Home School Families in Alhambra, East Los Angeles, Monterey Park, Montebello, Santa Fe Springs, La Puente, San Gabriel, Rosemead, Pico Rivera, South Pasadena, and surrounding areas.
- To Subscribe, visit Whittier Narrows Homeschooling FUN!.
- Word of Wisdom Inland Empire (wordofwisdom) - A homeschool support group open to all homeschoolers but based upon the beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It is set forth for those seeking encouragement and unity within the LDS Homeschool community while providing opportunities of service, fellowship, and learning.
- To Subscribe, visit Word of Wisdom Inland Empire.
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Search results from both LeapingFromTheBox and blogs
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The Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling Teens
by Debra Bell
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Debra Bell has helped numerous homeschooled students, including four of her own, gain college admission and win substantial scholarships to the schools of their choice.
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For The Children’s Sake
Foundations of Education for Home and School
by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
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A book about what education can be--for your child, in your home, and in your school. It is based first on a Christian understanding of what it means to be human--to be a child, a parent, a teacher--and on the Christian meaning of life. At the same time it is deeply practical.
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The Unschooling Handbook
How to Use the Whole World As Your Child's Classroom
by Mary Griffith
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The unschooling movement is founded on the principle that children learn best when they pursue their own natural curiosities and interests. Learning is a natural, inborn impulse, and the world is rich with lessons to be learned and puzzles to be solved.
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The First Year of Homeschooling Your Child
Your Complete Guide to Getting Off to the Right Start
by Linda Dobson
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This comprehensive guide will help you determine the appropriate first steps, build your own educational philosophy, and discover the best ways to cater to your child's specific learning style
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Kindle Edition
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Homeschooling The Challenging Child
A Practical Guide
by Christine M. Fields
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Often, families will choose homeschooling because they have children who cannot cope or thrive within traditional educational environments due to special physical or emotional needs. Homeschooling the Challenging Child addresses these special education issues, offering potential and current homeschooling families qualified and expert advice.
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