I just received a copy of this book, and found it very helpful. It contained lots of information for the novice homeschooler, and hints that would help even the most seasoned homeschooler. The chapters that cover the different subject areas, and School on the Run were clever, and gave me some really terrific ideas. I found especially useful the chapter on Avoiding burnout, as well as the chapter on Social Studies. What a great way to teach your child what the concept of "history" means! Check out this book, it is a very refreshing one amongst the homeschool selection.

I've been homeschooling for a year and a half, and am still eager to read new information on homeschooling. I wish I'd found this book sooner. It was all I would've needed to know and then some. Great resources! It explains the legal requirements, recordkeeping, how to deal with family and friends who look at you like you're crazy, ideas on how to teach each subject (from unschooling to highly structured approaches), discusses curricula, provides listings of state laws, support groups in all the states, websites, what if your child wants to go to college -- too much to list! I was surprised to see the "reader from USA" say that it was too general. But that is what makes homeschoolers so interesting -- we have a common bond even if we see certain things differently. I couldn't recommend this book more highly. Don't just think about it -- buy it! Good luck with your homeschooling.

Being a new homeschooler I've read just about every book out there. This book was a GREAT surprise. It gave me more information than any other books I've seen and it answered questions I hadn't even thought to ask -- but now I know I should've. Every resource you could think of is in there yet the authors don't try to sell you on one particular kind of approach. Instead, they explain all the approaches and help you decide which one is best for your family. Then they tell you how to do just that. It even explains how to teach each subject! If you buy only one homeschooling book, make it this one -- you'll save a lot of money in the long run. I can't say enough about this book!...