About the book
“In a world where ‘homeschooling’ is so often misunderstood, discounted, and even ridiculed, Laura Brodie offers a clear-eyed view and makes a valuable contribution to the literature on the subject. This is necessary reading for anyone with an interest not just in homeschooling but in education generally.”
— David Guterson “As a parent involved in homeschooling, I highly recommend this book. It’s timely, beautifully written, and must reading for anyone who has ever wondered what homeschooling is all about.”
— James Grippando, author of Money to Burn Humorous and heartfelt, this charming memoir tells of a year-long experiment in homeschooling in which the author decides to give her ten-year-old daughter a sabbatical from homework hell and the vicissitudes of one-size fits all traditional public school days.
But what happens when the teacher is also Mom, and the classroom is the kitchen table?
- A Homeschooling Sabbatical: When her ten-year-old daughter, Julia, starts hiding in the closet to avoid schoolwork, an English professor decides to pull her out of public school for one unconventional year.
- The Creative Child: A heartfelt look at raising a daughter who sees the world in a slice of kiwi but struggles against the structure of classrooms, tests, and a system not built for her unique mind.
- Mother-Daughter Relationship: Follows the challenging, funny, and sometimes explosive dynamic that unfolds when a mother becomes a teacher, and every lesson is a test of their bond.
- An Honest Parenting Memoir: Far from a how-to guide, this is a candid story about the daily frustrations and unexpected joys of trying to do what’s best for your child—and wondering if you’re getting it all wrong.
Editions of Love in a Time of Homeschooling
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780061706509
- EBook
- ISBN 9780061987854
Read an Excerpt
“In a world where ‘homeschooling’ is so often misunderstood, discounted, and even ridiculed, Laura Brodie offers a clear-eyed view and makes a valuable contribution to the literature on the subject. This is necessary reading for anyone with an interest not just in homeschooling but in education generally.”
— David Guterson “As a parent involved in homeschooling, I highly recommend this book. It’s timely, beautifully written, and must reading for anyone who has ever wondered what homeschooling is all about.”
— James Grippando, author of Money to Burn Humorous and heartfelt, this charming memoir tells of a year-long experiment in homeschooling in which the author decides to give her ten-year-old daughter a sabbatical from homework hell and the vicissitudes of one-size fits all traditional public school days.
But what happens when the teacher is also Mom, and the classroom is the kitchen table?
- A Homeschooling Sabbatical: When her ten-year-old daughter, Julia, starts hiding in the closet to avoid schoolwork, an English professor decides to pull her out of public school for one unconventional year.
- The Creative Child: A heartfelt look at raising a daughter who sees the world in a slice of kiwi but struggles against the structure of classrooms, tests, and a system not built for her unique mind.
- Mother-Daughter Relationship: Follows the challenging, funny, and sometimes explosive dynamic that unfolds when a mother becomes a teacher, and every lesson is a test of their bond.
- An Honest Parenting Memoir: Far from a how-to guide, this is a candid story about the daily frustrations and unexpected joys of trying to do what’s best for your child—and wondering if you’re getting it all wrong.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Love in a Time of Homeschooling about?
“In a world where ‘homeschooling’ is so often misunderstood, discounted, and even ridiculed, Laura Brodie offers a clear-eyed view and makes a valuable contribution to the literature on the subject. This is necessary reading for anyone with an interest not just in homeschooling but in education generally.”
— David Guterson
“As a parent involved in homeschooling, I highly recommend this book. It’s timely, beautifully written, and must reading for anyone who has ever wondered what homeschooling is all about.”
— James Grippando, author of Money to Burn
Humorous and heartfelt, this charming memoir tells of a year-long experiment in homeschooling in which the author decides to give her ten-year-old daughter a sabbatical from homework hell and the vicissitudes of one-size fits all traditional public school days.
But what happens when the teacher is also Mom, and the classroom is the kitchen table?
- A Homeschooling Sabbatical: When her ten-year-old daughter, Julia, starts hiding in the closet to avoid schoolwork, an English professor decides to pull her out of public school for one unconventional year.
- The Creative Child: A heartfelt look at raising a daughter who sees the world in a slice of kiwi but struggles against the structure of classrooms, tests, and a system not built for her unique mind.
- Mother-Daughter Relationship: Follows the challenging, funny, and sometimes explosive dynamic that unfolds when a mother becomes a teacher, and every lesson is a test of their bond.
- An Honest Parenting Memoir: Far from a how-to guide, this is a candid story about the daily frustrations and unexpected joys of trying to do what’s best for your child—and wondering if you’re getting it all wrong.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Love in a Time of Homeschooling?
Society and Social Sciences > Society and culture: general
Where can I read a sample of Love in a Time of Homeschooling?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780061706509
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Love in a Time of Homeschooling?
Laura Brodie
Who is the Publisher of the book Love in a Time of Homeschooling?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Love in a Time of Homeschooling is available as paperback(ISBN 9780061706509) and ebook(ISBN 9780061987854)
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