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“The book spells out the different steps in implementing student-directed projects, and every chapter has an inspiring list of specific ideas/formats. My only complaint is I want more — I can’t wait to read what Pickert publishes next.”
“[A] must read for all parents and educators who are interested in raising/encouraging children to take charge of their education and make learning a lifestyle and not just a chore. This book is filled with practical advice…”
“There is so much practical, useful information in this book. … Pickert gives us the tools to be great mentors to our kids.”
“PBH actually assisted me in focusing on my own unique style and listening more closely to my own creative voice (as well as that of my children, and being less seduced by everything new and shiny when things lagged in our learning), not just as a parent, but as an individual. The positive impact that this focus has had in my personal and family life is profound.”
“I’ve noticed big changes in my child’s play since I began doing the things suggested, and I am utilizing it for my own projects!”
“In addition to teaching how to do project-based homeschooling it’s like a manual on how to live.”
“Do yourself a favor and read this book with a highlighter and pencil in hand.”
“PBH is hands down my favorite book on homeschooling.”
“Although the title says ‘Project-Based Homeschooling,’ it is really something that any parent could incorporate into their lives, homeschooling or regular schooling.”
“Brilliantly written book, easy to read, easy to follow, well organised, stuffed full of easy to follow and idea-provoking tips for enjoying learning and supporting children of all ages. ... As a librarian and advocate of life long learning, I can’t tell you what a joy this book is to read — affirming, inspiring and practical.”
“Her writing style is really accessible, witty and flows beautifully; she paints a picture of a world you can’t help but want to be a part of. This isn’t a vague philosophy, this is a how-to book that empowers parents to empower their children.”
“For those new to homeschooling and even those such as myself, who have been homeschooling for years, this book will be the one you have on hand at all times. Easy to read, intelligent, heartfelt, inspiring and honest!”
“Wonderful resource! This will help every parent to keep their children’s love of learning alive. Project Based Homeschooling will be a favourite for years to come in our home.”
“It has been an inspiration to our homeschool and to our daily life.”
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“I can't recommend it highly enough.”
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“[H]er new book … synthesizes so much wisdom about homeschooling from a project-based perspective.”
“[O]verflowing with ideas for any parent who’d like to encourage more self-directed learning in their kids.”
“Do yourself a favor and read this book with a highlighter and pencil in hand.”
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“Anyone who considers themselves the ultimate guardian of their children’s education … will find ideas to think about and act upon.”
“[A] rare book that both inspired me to make changes in the way I homeschool and gave me the practical means to make them.”
“[T]his isn't just a homeschooling book. It is a guide to parenting.”
“What Pickert has done with her book is explain in an easy-to-read and practical manner what parents can do at home to ensure that children will take charge of their own education and gain essential skills. If that sounds far-fetched, I suggest you read the book.”
“There are only a handful of books that I can honestly say have changed my life. This … is one of those books.”
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7 comments
I knew a guy once who said the best gift he gave to his kids was fire. He also told them to not come running to him if they got hurt. The only other rule was that they had to stay on the concrete.
Another friend let's her 4 year old have a hatchet. I drew the line at power tools, clippers, loppers, etc, mostly because the hatchet would be used to hack down trees, which is a big attraction around here. Maybe I should send him over to your neighbors property -- just kidding.
i won't let the boys have knives, and his talk made me feel guilty, lol. i think i had a pocket knife at that age! and i ran around with three-inch nails in my pocket, too, because they're so handy when you're scrounging around in the woods and the creek.
i admit that i am overprotective; i've just recently decided that they are old enough that they will likely only maim themselves, not kill themselves, so i should be somewhat more lenient. :^P
rofl re: the neighbor's property .. i'd TOTALLY let him do it. (actually, all his new trees are the size of twigs, so maybe safety scissors would suffice ;^)
That was a good link. Made me think.
But I am glad to hear your boys don't have knives. Now I don't feel like such a pansy for shuddering when the speaker said he had some big scars from using a pocket knife as a kid. I like the idea of letting my boys have a pocketknife, but it's hard to imagine it happening in real life. I wish that (childless) guy had thrown out some ages during his talk. I'd be interested to know when he thinks is a good time to distribute the knives. Surely not as babies, despite the cartoon he showed.
On another note, we got Artist to Artist for Christmas! I'll admit, it was probably more for me than for my son. But I hope he'll be interested in it someday. I love it.
Ciao!
Why would they do what they are doing? I'm too lazy to look it up?
Sorry about improper punctuation and grammar and such. Now I'm all self-conscious. ;)
laura, lol re: the babies with knives. i look forward to reading his book when it's published. and yay for "artist to artist"! i'm glad you love it; i do, too. :^)
michelle, i would love to answer your question if i knew what you were talking about. are you looking at the body stocking picture again?
you know i love this.
and for the record--all the boys around the farm here have a leatherman on their belts. i've never seen much blood, maiming or stab wounds. Maybe a leatherman would be a good first pocket knife b/c it is such an multi-tool kind of knife. i don't know. i have three girls, who only want horses and hoof picks.
i love the leatherman; actually the boys do have a cheap target version of the multitool and i even think it has a little knife on it but i don't think they know it's there. lol
lol re: the hoof picks. horses seem a much more wholesome thing to be obsessed with as opposed to, say, video games (SIGH), but then .. i guess they're more expensive, too. ;^)
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