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Feeling in need of a little pick-me-up on your homeschooling journey? Well, you’re in luck because today we’re diving into the world of homeschool encouragement books! We all know that homeschooling comes with its unique set of challenges and triumphs, and sometimes we could use a dose of inspiration and encouragement to keep us going. Whether you’re a seasoned homeschooling parent or just starting out, these uplifting reads are sure to provide you with the encouragement and motivation you need to tackle whatever comes your way.
There’s something truly special about curling up with a good book and finding solace and inspiration within its pages. Homeschool encouragement books offer a wealth of wisdom, insights, and practical advice from fellow homeschooling parents who have been there, done that. These books remind us that we’re not alone in this journey and that it’s okay to have doubts, fears, and struggles along the way. Whether you’re seeking encouragement to overcome homeschooling obstacles, maintain your motivation, or simply find joy in the homeschooling lifestyle, there’s a book out there waiting to uplift and inspire you.
Inspiration and Motivation
- “The Brave Learner: Finding Everyday Magic in Homeschool, Learning, and Life” by Julie Bogart
- “Teaching from Rest: A Homeschooler’s Guide to Unshakable Peace” by Sarah Mackenzie
- “The Call of the Wild and Free: Reclaiming Wonder in Your Child’s Education” by Ainsley Arment
- “The Unhurried Homeschooler: A Simple, Mercifully Short Book on Homeschooling” by Durenda Wilson
- “Educated: A Memoir” by Tara Westover
- “Home Learning Year by Year: How to Design a Homeschool Curriculum from Preschool Through High School” by Rebecca Rupp
- “For the Children’s Sake: Foundations of Education for Home and School” by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
- “A Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on the Gentle Art of Learning” by Karen Andreola
- “Better Together: Strengthen Your Family, Simplify Your Homeschool, and Savor the Subjects That Matter Most” by Pam Barnhill
- “The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home” by Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie Wise
- “Home Grown: Adventures in Parenting off the Beaten Path, Unschooling, and Reconnecting with the Natural World” by Ben Hewitt
- “The Read-Aloud Family: Making Meaningful and Lasting Connections with Your Kids” by Sarah Mackenzie
- “Mere Motherhood: Morning Times, Nursery Rhymes, and My Journey Toward Sanctification” by Cindy Rollins
- “The Homeschool Experiment: A Novel” by Charity Hawkins
- “A Gracious Space: Winter: Daily Reflections to Sustain Your Homeschooling Commitment” by Julie Bogart
- “Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling” by John Taylor Gatto
- “The Read-Aloud Handbook: Seventh Edition” by Jim Trelease
- “The Joyful Homeschooler: Reclaiming the Power of Play” by Mary Hood
- “The Unschooling Handbook: How to Use the Whole World as Your Child’s Classroom” by Mary Griffith
- “The Homeschooling Book of Answers: The 88 Most Important Questions Answered by Homeschooling’s Most Respected Voices” by Linda Dobson
Practical Guidance and Support
- “Homeschooling 101: A Guide to Getting Started” by Erica Arndt
- “The Ultimate Homeschool Planner: Plan Your Year, Schedule Your Days, and Keep Track of Your Progress” by Debra Bell
- “The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home” by Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie Wise
- “The Organized Homeschooler: Tips and Strategies for Busy Moms” by Katherine Leigh
- “How to Homeschool: A Purse-Sized Guide to Getting Started” by Karla Marie Williams
- “The Everything Guide to Homeschooling: All You Need to Create the Best Curriculum and Learning Environment for Your Child” by Sherri Linsenbach
- “Home Learning Year by Year: How to Design a Homeschool Curriculum from Preschool Through High School” by Rebecca Rupp
- “The Well-Trained Mind: The Guide to Classical Education at Home” by Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie Wise
- “The Relaxed Homeschool: How to Homeschool with Confidence and Joy” by Christine Field
- “Home Education: Training and Educating Children Under Nine” by Charlotte Mason
- “Plan Your Year: Homeschool Planning for Purpose and Peace” by Pam Barnhill
- “The Big Book of Homeschool Ideas: 55 Moms Share Their Expertise on 103 Topics” edited by Jamie C. Martin
- “100 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum: Choosing the Right Curriculum and Approach for Your Child’s Learning Style” by Cathy Duffy
- “The Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on the Gentle Art of Learning” by Karen Andreola
- “Designing Your Own Classical Curriculum: A Guide to Catholic Home Education” by Laura M. Berquist
- “The Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling: Year 2021-2022 Edition” by Debra Bell
- “Cathy Duffy’s 102 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum” by Cathy Duffy
- “The Homeschooling Handbook: From Preschool to High School, a Parent’s Guide” by Mary Griffith
- “The Ultimate Homeschool Planner (Yellow Cover)” by Debra Bell
- “The Homeschooling Book of Answers: The 88 Most Important Questions Answered by Homeschooling’s Most Respected Voices” by Linda Dobson
Curriculum and Teaching Methods
- “The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home” by Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie Wise
- “Teaching from Rest: A Homeschooler’s Guide to Unshakable Peace” by Sarah Mackenzie
- “Home Learning Year by Year: How to Design a Homeschool Curriculum from Preschool Through High School” by Rebecca Rupp
- “The Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on the Gentle Art of Learning” by Karen Andreola
- “The Ultimate Homeschool Planner: Plan Your Year, Schedule Your Days, and Keep Track of Your Progress” by Debra Bell
- “The Brave Learner: Finding Everyday Magic in Homeschool, Learning, and Life” by Julie Bogart
- “For the Children’s Sake: Foundations of Education for Home and School” by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
- “A Charlotte Mason Education: A Home Schooling How-To Manual” by Catherine Levison
- “The Well-Trained Mind: The Guide to Classical Education at Home” by Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie Wise
- “The Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling: Year 2021-2022 Edition” by Debra Bell
- “The Unschooling Handbook: How to Use the Whole World as Your Child’s Classroom” by Mary Griffith
- “Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling” by John Taylor Gatto
- “Cathy Duffy’s 102 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum” by Cathy Duffy
- “The Classical Homeschooler’s Curriculum Companion: An Overview of Classical Education at Home” by Rhonda Swan
- “A Gracious Space: Winter: Daily Reflections to Sustain Your Homeschooling Commitment” by Julie Bogart
- “The Read-Aloud Handbook: Seventh Edition” by Jim Trelease
- “The Ultimate Homeschool Planner (Yellow Cover)” by Debra Bell
- “The Joyful Homeschooler: Reclaiming the Power of Play” by Mary Hood
- “Simply Charlotte Mason: Getting Started with Homeschooling” by Sonya Shafer
- “The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home” by Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie Wise
Special Needs and Individualized Education
- “Homeschooling Your Struggling Learner” by Kathy Kuhl
- “The Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling Teens with Disabilities” by Marianne Sunderland
- “When Your Child Has LD (Learning Differences): A Survival Guide for Parents” by Sandra K. Cook
- “Special Education at Home: Out-of-Box Learning for Out-of-the-Box Learners” by Shawna Wingert
- “Autism Homeschooling: At Home With ASD” by Lorna d’Entremont
- “Teaching Kids with Mental Health & Learning Disorders in the Regular Classroom: How to Recognize, Understand, and Help Challenged (and Challenging) Students Succeed” by Myles L. Cooley
- “Educating Your Gifted Child: How One Public School Teacher Embraced Homeschooling” by Christine Fonseca
- “100 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum: Choosing the Right Curriculum and Approach for Your Child’s Learning Style” by Cathy Duffy
- “Homeschooling Gifted and Advanced Learners” by Cindy West
- “Learning in Spite of Labels” by Joyce Herzog
- “The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan: A Blueprint for Renewing Your Child’s Confidence and Love of Learning” by Ben Foss
- “Homeschooling a Child with Dyslexia” by Abigail Marshall
- “Dyslexia 101: Truths, Myths, and What Really Works” by Marianne Sunderland
- “Teaching Your Child with Love and Skill: A Guide for Parents and Other Educators of Children with Autism, including Moderate to Severe Autism” by Joyce Show
- “Home Education: Training and Educating Children Under Nine” by Charlotte Mason
- “Bright Kids Who Can’t Keep Up: Help Your Child Overcome Slow Processing Speed and Succeed in a Fast-Paced World” by Ellen Braaten and Brian Willoughby
- “A Parent’s Guide to High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder: How to Meet the Challenges and Help Your Child Thrive” by Sally Ozonoff, Geraldine Dawson, and James C. McPartland
- “The Way I See It: A Personal Look at Autism and Asperger’s” by Temple Grandin
- “The Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder” by Carol Stock Kranowitz
- “Raising a Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues” by Lindsey Biel and Nancy Peske
Faith-Based Homeschooling
- “The Well-Trained Heart: The Art of Graceful Living” by Ray and Donna Reish
- “Teaching from Rest: A Homeschooler’s Guide to Unshakable Peace” by Sarah Mackenzie
- “For the Children’s Sake: Foundations of Education for Home and School” by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
- “Educating the WholeHearted Child” by Clay and Sally Clarkson
- “The Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on the Gentle Art of Learning” by Karen Andreola
- “The Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling: Year 2021-2022 Edition” by Debra Bell
- “The Joy of Relationship Homeschooling: When the One Anothers Come Home” by Karen Campbell
- “A Charlotte Mason Education: A Home Schooling How-To Manual” by Catherine Levison
- “Heartfelt Discipline: Following God’s Path of Life to the Heart of Your Child” by Clay Clarkson
- “The Ministry of Motherhood: Following Christ’s Example in Reaching the Hearts of Our Children” by Sally Clarkson
- “The Life-Giving Home: Creating a Place of Belonging and Becoming” by Sally and Sarah Clarkson
- “The New Strong-Willed Child: Birth Through Adolescence” by James C. Dobson
- “Homeschooling with a Meek and Quiet Spirit” by Teri Maxwell
- “When You Rise Up: A Covenantal Approach to Homeschooling” by R.C. Sproul Jr.
- “The Power of Praying for Your Adult Children” by Stormie Omartian
- “Gospel-Powered Parenting: How the Gospel Shapes and Transforms Parenting” by William P. Farley
- “Parenting with Love and Logic: Teaching Children Responsibility” by Foster Cline and Jim Fay
- “Educating the WholeHearted Child Workbook Companion” by Sally Clarkson
- “A Gracious Space: Winter: Daily Reflections to Sustain Your Homeschooling Commitment” by Julie Bogart
- “Homeschooling: The Heart of the Matter” by Marilyn Howshall
Whether you’re seeking inspiration, practical guidance, or a faith-based approach to homeschooling, there’s a wealth of resources available in the form of books. From books that provide motivation and encouragement to those offering practical tips and specialized guidance for various needs, homeschooling families can find support and inspiration tailored to their unique journey. Whether you’re exploring curriculum options, navigating special needs education, or incorporating faith into your homeschooling, these books offer valuable insights, strategies, and encouragement to help you thrive. So, grab a cup of coffee, cozy up with a good book, and let the wisdom and encouragement found within these pages guide and inspire you on your homeschooling journey.