One of my goals as a home educator is to create independent learners. I want my children to grow into adults who continue to grow in knowledge and have a joy for learning new things. In high school, I tend to give them a lot more independence while I can still guide them and help them take ownership of their education.

Here is my lamentably incomplete reading list for raising virtuous high schoolers in 100 (or so!) books.

When should I start visiting colleges to see which one is the right fit for me?

Four Year Cycle Utilizing Homeschool Connections with UNLIMITED ACCESS   If you follow a four-year cycle, such as that used with Story of Civilization by Phillip Campbell, you can use recorded, independent-learning courses with Homeschool Connections for your 5th through 12th grade curriculum. Here is a list of recorded courses through our Unlimited Access program […]

Here is help planning for homeschooling high school and graduation. Click for timeling and checklist to help you get planning.

Whether you homeschool or not, building a home library that is both inviting to children and filled with exceptional books is a necessity.