Ask your library to buy Project-Based Homeschooling!
Help us get the word out (literally!) by asking your local library to order a copy of Project-Based Homeschooling for their shelves.
Most libraries today have an online purchase-request form; you can probably search your library’s site and find it. Or, the next time you’re at the library, ask if you can recommend a book!
They should only need the following information:
Title: Project-Based Homeschooling: Mentoring Self-Directed Learners
Author: Lori Pickert
ISBN: 978-1475239065
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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.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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.”
“[I]t’s a revolutionary vision of how kids can learn — and an idea book for making that learning happen.”
“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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Hey, that's a good idea! I'm off to my library's website to see if I can do it.
I finished it last week, by the way, and it's got my head churning (as does your excellent forum, which I check far-too-often, eager to hear from like-minded folks.) Now I need to go back with a pencil in hand. Meanwhile, my journaling of Lucy's work has been re-inspired and revived after a lapse. Thank you!
thank you! :)
i’m working on an e-book about journaling — that seems to be something i could elaborate more on and show more samples. let me know if you have ideas of things to include!
That's great! I can't wait to read it. I re-read your two posts you linked to today, and they're very inspiring. I love specific tips, like when you said you draw a box around things to follow up on. I need to develop some more-consistent techniques like that.
One thing I wonder is, it looks like the journal in your pictures was about a particular project. Do you dedicate one journal to a project, or do notes about everything go into your journal, and seeds of a project emerge as you review? And then do you focus on that project mostly, or continue to keep notes on whatever comes up? Mine is all over the place. There are several ongoing themes, but I write about whatever strikes me as interesting.
personally i start a new journal with each new project. if i was just observing and looking for an interest to feed, i would start out with that: documenting play and questions and looking for something with potential. you never know what direction project work might take and where you might end up. of course, that’s the fun part. ;o)
i need a whole journal per project because i shove a lot of stuff in there: photos, notes, copies of the boys’ drawings and lists, and so on and so on.
“do you focus on that project mostly, or continue to keep notes on whatever comes up?” — i definitely focus on the project at hand, because if you tried to document every single interest, you’d go crazy! however, i’ve been known to jot something down if it seems to have a lot of potential .. you never know .. could be the next project. :)
p.s. one of my local libraries even has a service where they’ll e-mail and let you know when the book you requested is in-house and ready to check out! pretty cool!
Grr...neither of our local libraries seems to be this cool online yet. I'll talk to them when I go in.
i really had to hunt to find it on our libraries — i wish they’d put it right where you search for books, so if they didn’t offer what i wanted, i could request it. now that libraries are limiting/getting rid of interlibrary loan, i have a hard time finding all the nonfiction books i want to read.
Excellent. I'll do that too..
yay! thanks! :)
done!! i have my own copy too...we're in the process of moving things around in our house to accommodate better work spaces for my two, and the art room is getting a good going-over...i really appreciate the inspiration and encouragement and this feels like a great direction for our family to be moving in!
thank you, debra! and thank you for your kind words, too. :) let me know how your revamped space works out!
I requested it for both the library here in the DC area and back home in Arizona.
thank you, heather! :)
Done! :)
thanks! :D
Did it last week and it is already on my request list!
thank you! :)
I am a librarian at our local public library...we have ordered your book :)
susan, are you trying to make me feel great? because it totally worked. :)
thank you, you wonderful librarian, you. (and yes, i know that’s redundant — all librarians are obviously wonderful.)
I ordered my copy yesterday and can't wait to get it! I'm going to request our local library get a copy (or two) as well.
I am feeling much more confident in what we are doing here since I came across your blog Lori. I believe strongly in project-based and Reggio-inspired learning and it is so affirming to read your posts. Thank you so much for continuing to make me ponder.
thank you, kate! :D
I filled in and sent the online request form at our library!!
thank you, alex! :D
request submitted. :) but, I can't wait until then and am ordering a copy for myself!
thank you, tamara! :D
i hope you like the book!
Done!
thank you, tina! :D
Done! Hope they order it!
thank you! me, too! ;D
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