Tired of Buying Curriculum That Just Winds Up On a Shelf?! Discover Homeschool Curriculums that are Effective and Fun! Do you have a "Curriculum Hall of Shame?" You know ... it's on the bookshelf hidden in the corner that chronicles your every half-baked idea and ill-conceived plan. Ours was filled with fashionable failures, multi-volume mismatches, and loathsome lesson plans. What if I told you there is a way to avoid all these misadventures and to ensure that each curriculum choice you make and every dollar you invest will bring a fruitful return? Well, I won't tell you that, because that would be a HUGE lie. I can tell you that there are ways to minimize your risks and maximize your chances for successful results. This book will show you how to avoid the most common crummy curriculum traps. > What kind of homeschool parent are you? A compulsive curriculum buyer whose shelves are full of unused materials? One who despairs of ever finding the perfect curriculum for your unique student? A fad-follower of the latest and greatest? No matter what kind of homeschooler you are, you will benefit from some sanity-saving ideas and real-world practical advice! > Here's Why You Need This Book: "Homeschool Curriculum That's Effective and Fun" gives you multiple, effective strategies for choosing curriculum. It starts with the different homeschool approaches that people take, considers differences in learning styles for both children and parents, and helps you use that information to make wise choices. It examines current fads, fears, and pressures that homeschool parents and kids feel, and concludes with loads of subject-specific suggestions. "Homeschool Curriculum That's Effective and Fun" is part of The HomeScholar's Coffee Break Book series. Designed especially for parents who don't want to spend hours and hours reading a 400-page book on homeschooling high school, each book combines Lee's practical and friendly approach with detailed, but easy-to-digest information, perfect to read over a cup of coffee at your favorite coffee shop Never overwhelming, always accessible and manageable, each book in the series will give parents the tools they need to tackle the tasks of homeschooling high school, one warm sip at a time. > Who is Lee Binz and Why Should You Listen to Her? Lee Binz, The HomeScholar, understands what it takes to graduate homeschool students who are fully prepared for college and for life. Lee's practical advice and organized presentations have helped thousands of homeschool parents muster the courage to complete their homeschooling journey. She is both reassuring and empowering, and will give you the knowledge you need to successfully graduate your high school student, and have confidence that they are ready to take on the world. A firm believer that homeschooling provides the best possible learning environment, and that parents are capable of providing a superior education for their children, Lee's mission is to encourage and equip parents to homeschool through high school.