It’s my birthday and I have presents for you
A birthday banner made of original comic strips!
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It’s my birthday and I want to give you a present!
This summer I’m going to teach a series of free one-week classes — and today you can sign up!
Free Summer Classes 2014
#1: Journaling Boot & Reboot — June 15-21
Whether you want to journal about PBH, your own meaningful work, start a gratitude habit, or gain insight into your values and goals, you can use this free one-week class to jumpstart a great practice for this summer and beyond. This class is for you but we’ll also talk about how to inspire kids to journal and the best way to support and encourage them while letting them own the process and do it their own way. Sign up here!
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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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14 comments
Happy Birthday Lori! I just submitted your five-star (well-earned, no question!) gift to Amazon. Thanks for the nudge. Your words have resonated with me so deeply and changed my approach to life with my children (or maybe just confirmed my instincts and given me that affirmation I needed to follow my gut) in such a lovely way that I'm glad I took a minute to share with others <3
thank you so much! :D
your kind words are the best present i could get. <3 wah. :)
happy birthday, lori! hope the universe brings all the love you give right back to you. the comic strip banner is awesome!
thank you, janet! :)
the universe has brought me more than i deserve, for sure. :) and YES, thank you! my son made that a year or two ago. he has a web comic (two, actually!) now, in case you haven’t seen it: http://jackpickert.com/comic/bodyinthefoyer :D he’s hilarious!
Happy birthday, Lori! I've already done an Amazon review, so today I'll buy a new copy of your book to give to my sister. Hope your day is fantastic!
awww, thank you thank you! that is awesome! :D
my day HAS been fantastic, thanks to friends like you. <3
xoxoxoxoxo
review written. and i like tmorgan's idea too. i'm buying a copy for a friend who just decided to homeschool.
:D jack's comics! thanks for the link!
aww, THANK YOU! times two!!! :D
haha, glad you enjoyed jack’s comics — he is so funny. :)
you are the best!
I just ordered your book, so there's my gift! :) Though my kids attend public school, I'm very excited to read your book as is my husband (a middle school science teacher).
thank you so much, lindsey! i hope you enjoy it! :) and i love hearing that you and your husband are both looking forward to it! :D
Happy Birthday! I thought of you during our week in Moab, there were plenty of VW buses around. I'm finally getting my husband to read the book, and I'm rereading it. I'll write a review when I'm done with this read through.
that is wonderful that you are both reading the book! and thank you SO much, stacey! :)
lucky you being in moab. what a beautiful spot! we loved it. :) unfortunately we didn’t have the van, though — we were caught in a tremendous storm in our tent!
Happy Birthday! I just ordered your book and am really looking forward to it.
thank you, beth! i hope you enjoy! :)
i’m here and the forum is here if you want to talk about it when you’re done! (or when you’re not done. ;o)
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