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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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27 comments
sounds just perfect to me.
Hello Lori
I am new to your blog & gaining a lot from it! I love the idea of unit studies, but they never full satisfied! Project learning...wow! how obvious & brilliant! LOL! Please may i ask if you could point me in the direction of some good material about learning styles?
Kind regards
Lynn
sarah, me too.
hi, lynn, and thank you! could you be more specific? i’m not sure what you mean by learning styles ..
hello Lori
sorry I havent explained myself properly. I was meaning the different ways children learn. Some (most?) need to be hands on, etc...
hi, lynn, i’m sorry — my fault. terms in education are applied all over the place. and in the U.K. especially, sometimes one thing means something different from what i am used to. :^)
are you thinking about, say, howard gardner’s theories of multiple intelligences?
i feel project-based learning fits to any learning style — and it is exceptionally hands-on. ;^)
even working with a large group, in a classroom say, project work tends to seek its own level — finding each child at their challenge level, giving each child their own entry point, respecting and celebrating differences.
hi Lori, really been enjoying your posts and want to learn more about project learning. I have 2 boys 7 and 5 and we have just finished our first year of homeschooling, so learning every day...about what works for us and what doesn't. So I will be visiting often to get some of your great tips. thank you!
I was a Scrabbleholic before I discovered blogging.
i love scrabble. oh, i miss scrabulous! sob.
That sounds wonderful!
You are a very generous and gracious lady! I like this picture too!
I love this post! Simple and to the point. Thanks for the reminder!
Looks like heaven on earth...
excellent advice! there will be lots of sleeping late and scrabble playing around our house. enjoy!
Hi, Lori!
I have missed the last few Saturdays. We are busy with Holiday fun stuff! So I would love to join the forums and I have a question. So in the school I taught, since the children were learning in a community, they really facilitated their learning. As an example, when we were working on a plant project and a group were painting how the bean plants were growing, one girl in particular painted the bean plant very clearly. Other chiildren noticed this and it led all of them to paint better. They became better observers and documenters! This was a beautiful thing to witness and I mourn the loss for my own children!
So my question is, how do I translate this into Homeschooling. My daughter (4), is painting and drawing lots of flowers, but I worry if I give too many "helping ideas," it will take over her work. Since there are no other children who are painting flowers with her, though her 1 year old brother does love to paint, will she make these leaps herself?
Also since most of her work is 2-d, this week, we will have out clay, with a vase of flowers as a provocation!
Thanks, Aimee in North Carolina
thank you, ladies. :^)
aimee, oh, i know. there is nothing like a group of children working together. copying from each other, extending each other’s work and ideas, challenging each other. i miss it, too!
you *can* bring in collaboration while homeschooling. on the one end, you can simply invite over some friends or relatives to make art together. on the other end, you can start a project group and get together during the week to work together on a topic. and there are many solutions between those two.
re: “helping ideas” i would simply work beside her if you want to and then, if she is working observationally, it’s perfectly fine to ask “do you see anything more you can add?” you can do drawing exercises (there are some listed in my art lessons section) to strengthen and practice her drawing skills. these should always be fun, not a pressured thing.
the three-year age gap may seem large now, but my sons are three years apart and they worked very well on projects together once the younger one was four or five. so you do have that to look forward to!
yay re: the 3D work -- let me know how it goes!
I just want to say a quick hello! You stopped by my blog (thank you!) and I came over here to check you out. I am intrigued! I will have to come back with a cuppa when I have a little more time. In the meantime, thank you for the lovely pic and reminder. (sigh) I can't wait until my boys are old enough to enjoy scrabble! Since no one else in my family wants to play with me, I will simply have to train some players to join me! :)
hi kit, and thanks for stopping by. no one will play with me, either, because i’m *awesome*. ;^) the boys love to play, though, and i handicap myself by only playing words they’ve heard of. :^P
Thank you for such a great wish-gift. I wish the same for you and yours. xo
thank you, susana — we’re on it! ;^)
a thousand times yes!
So be it! Beautiful wish for everyone!
I'm up for the do less!
sam, i can tell you’re not going to be a hard sell. ;^)
shelly, yay! yes, i wish i could sprinkle a little “do less, enjoy more” dust on all the frantic shoppers. ;^)
thimbleina, yes, let’s sit down and relax a bit. we deserve it! ;^)
Lori, I am going to write this down on several pieces of paper...big and small. I am always trying to simplify and yet at times I allow myself to get bogged down or even overwhelmed by the process of trying to do less. Crazy isn't it? I especially love the second part of your wish....enjoy more. That's what I am going to focus on this holiday season. This it's been kind of a struggle for me to get into the holiday spirit so I am just going to focus on doing what feels good with my kids and let go of all of the "shoulds" and "have to"s. Wishing you and your family a peaceful and simple holiday season.
lucia, that sounds like a great plan. :^)
xo & have a wonderful holiday!
Thanks for this Lori. Partly inspired by your masterclass and all that I learnt there, about two weeks ago i decided to make slowing down and being un-stressed (nay, being relaxed!) my goal for this holiday season. And it's working! I said no to offers of work, no to a couple of party invitations, and yes to making shortbreads with my girl and just hanging out doing 'nothing' and yes to making wrapping paper and wrapping presents together and sewing clothes 'together' for her Christmas doll which has somehow ended up in her hands before Christmas! Thanks for reminding me to take the Scrabble board to our extended-family holiday and all best wishes to you and your family for this holiday season, and many thanks for the work you do, so generously mentoring people around the world.
Whoops. Now I see this post is from yonks ago! : )
But I am sure you will see it.
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