Selected Books for Homeschoolers (All Levels) from

Selected Books for Homeschoolers (All Levels) from

For more books, go to www.randomhouse.com/highschool

RANDOM HOUSE, INC.

n

Dear Homeschooling Parent:

Homeschooling can be a very rewarding experience. Whether you are adedicated homeschooler considering new additions to your curriculum orare trying to make the decision about whether homeschooling is the rightchoice for you, this catalog will help to make your journey a little easierand perhaps more enjoyable.

From contemporary fiction to classics, reference to test prep, there issomething here for everyone. There’s also a valuable resource section forparents, featuring books with fresh ideas for working with children andbooks that will help you add more creativity to your work. So please browse our offerings to figure out what is right for you and yourchildren —from our house to your home.

Sincerely,

Leila Lee,Manager, Academic Marketing

Random House, Inc.1745 BroadwayNew York, NY 10019tel: 212-782-8927fax: 212-782-8915email: [email protected]/academicwww.randomhouse.com/highschool

P.S. If you would like to sign up for our e-newsletter to receive more information on Homeschooling books, tips, and advice, special free bookoffers, write to me at [email protected]. We value your feedback.

RANDOM HOUSE, INC.

Books may be purchased at your local bookstore or ordered online throughany book retailer, including www.randomhouse.com. When ordering throughthe Random House site use the following Promotional Code: Homeschool.Shipping and handling is free.

F I C T I O N & L I T E R A T U R E

In the tradition of Lewis and Tolkien, these books are perfect for young adult readers. Written by best-selling contemporary Christian fiction novelist Donita K. Paul, who has won a finalist medal in theChristy Awards for the first installment of the DragonKeeper Chronicles, DragonSpell, this series weavestogether memorable characters, daring adventure, and eternal truth.

The DragonKeeper Chronicles

By Donita K . Paul

#1 DragonSpell

WaterBrook Press | TR978-1-57856-823-9 | 352pp. | $13.99

#2 DragonQuest


#3 DragonKnight


The Vanishing Sculptor


#4 DragonFire


#5 DragonLight


Enter the World of theDragonKeeper Chronicles!

Visit www.dragonkeeper.us

NEW SERIESA fantastic journey of discovery for all ages

THE KNIGHTS OFARRETHTRAE SERIES

THE KNIGHTS OFARRETHTRAE SERIES

For fans of The Chronicles of Narnia and Lord of the Rings, The Knights of Arrethtraeseries employs the power of allegory to reveal the destructive force of rebellion

and to impart the biblical virtues of loyalty and repentance. In the timeless battlebetween good and evil, these knights of noble heart live and die in faithful

service to the King and the Prince.

#1 Sir Kendrickand The Castle ofBel LioneMultnomah Books | TR978-1-601-42124-1 | 208pp. | $8.99

#3 Sir Dalton andthe Shadow HeartMultnomah Books | TR978-1-601-42126-5 | 176pp. | $8.99

#2 Sir Bentley and Holbrook CourtMultnomah Books | TR978-1-601-42125-8 | 208pp. | $8.99

Two Series by

Visit Chuck Black’s website: www.perfect-praise.comVisit Chuck Black’s website: www.perfect-praise.com

#1 Kingdom’s DawnMultnomah Books | TR978-1-590-52679-8 | 160pp. | $8.99

#2 Kingdom’s HopeMultnomah Books | TR978-1-590-52680-4 | 160pp. | $8.99

#3 Kingdom’s EdgeMultnomah Books | TR978-1-590-52681-1 | 144pp. | $8.99

THE KINGDOM SERIESBiblical allegories set in a medieval time period, The Kingdom series covers the span of time from Genesis through the book of Revelation. Each book is full of action and adventurewhere swords, knights, and battles captures the imagination of all ages, and the action keepsteenagers engrossed from cover to cover...even non-readers! The series is one continuous story with characters that portray courage, loyalty, discipline, and honor.

“A Pilgrim’s Progress for the Xbox generation! That’s what Chuck Black has achieved in hisKingdom Series. It’s an allegory of the whole Bible told in the medieval format of nobleknights and scathing sword fights, quests and dragons, betrayal, and final victory by the True Prince over the Dark Knight.” —Dave Jackson, author of the Trailblazer novels

#4 Kingdom’s CallMultnomah Books | TR978-1-590-52750-4 | 160pp. | $8.99

#5 Kingdom’s QuestMultnomah Books | TR978-1-590-52749-8 | 176pp. | $8.99

#6 Kingdom’s ReignMultnomah Books | TR978-1-590-52682-8 | 176pp. | $8.99

y Chuck Black

Roar!A Christian Family Guide to the Chronicles of NarniaBy Heather Kopp; Illustrated by Martin FrenchMiscellaneous contribution by David KoppRoar! takes readers on a one-of-a-kind adventure through everychapter in all seven books of C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles ofNarnia and is a beautiful volume that unveils a fun-filled worldbased on intriguing Bible insights for every Narniac! There’s something for everyone—from elementary aged children totheir parents. Peek inside to find interactive features and helpfor parents on big subjects including mythology, magic,violence, and life after death. Also includes fun articles, indexesof creatures, characters, places, Biblical parallels, a glossary ofdifficult words, and a memorable celebration of the Lord behindthe Lion.Multnomah Books | TR | 978-1-59052-536-4 | 448pp. | $19.99FOR MORE BOOKS BY DAVID KOPP AND HEATHER KOPP, SEE PAGE 14 .

The Grand MiracleBy C.S. LewisOne of this century’s greatest writers of fact, fiction, and fantasy explores, in utterly beautiful terms, questions of faith in themodern world: On the experience of miracles; On silence and religious belief; On the assumed conflict between work and prayer, and more.

Ballantine | MM | 978-0-345-33658-3 | 176pp. | $6.99

The Seeing Eye and Other SelectedEssays from Christian ReflectionsBy C.S. LewisC.S. Lewis presents an eloquent and colorful defenseof Christianity for both devotees and critics in a collection of essays composed over the last twentyyears of his life. Chapters include: On Christianity and culture; On religion—is it reality or substitute?;On ethics; On the Psalms; On the language of religion;On petitionary prayer; And more.

“An excellent introduction to the thought and personality of this engaging Christian writer.”

—Christianity Today

Ballantine | MM | 978-0-345-32866-3 | 256pp. | $6.99

ALSO OF INTEREST:

BOOKS BY C.S. LEWISOne of the most influential Christian thinkers of all time.

CL ASSIC LITERATURE

National Geographic Essential Visual History of the BibleBy National Geographic

Encompassing both the Old and New Testaments in more than 200 sections of self-contained,interactive spreads, this book offers a wide array of text elements and vivid imagery. Organizedinto six major sections, it covers Old Testament eras from the patriarchs to the Babylonian captivity, and New Testament history from the 12 apostles to the epistles of Paul. Enhanced by fact-filled sidebars and timelines this book makes an excellent reference text.National Geographic | HC | 978-1-4262-0217-9 | 512pp. | $15.95

The following books published by Random House were listed in the book 100 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum:

Choosing the Right Curriculum and Approach for your Child’s Learning Style by Cathy Duffy (Broadman and Holman)

Little WomenBy Louisa May AlcottIntroduction by Susan CheeverModern Library | TR978-0-375-75672-6 | 528pp. | $7.95

Little WomenBy Louisa May AlcottBantam Classics | MM978-0-553-21275-4 | 560pp. | $3.95

The Martian ChroniclesBy Ray BradburySpectra | MM978-0-553-27822-4 | 192pp. | $7.99

The Canterbury TalesBy Geoffrey ChaucerTranslated by Burton RaffelIntroduction by John Miles FoleyModern Library | HC978-0-679-64355-5 | 672pp. | $36.00

The Canterbury TalesBy Geoffrey ChaucerBantam Classics | MM978-0-553-21082-8 | 688pp. | $5.99

Don QuixoteBy Miguel de CervantesTranslated by Tobias SmollettIntroduction by Carlos FuentesModern Library | MM978-0-8129-7210-8 | 1264pp. | $7.95

Don QuixoteBy Miguel de CervantesTranslated by Tobias SmollettIntroduction by Carlos FuentesModern Library | TR978-0-375-75699-3 | 1168pp. | $11.95

The Hound of theBaskervillesBy Arthur Conan DoyleIntroduction by Laurie R. KingModern Library | TR978-0-8129-6606-0 | 208pp. | $7.95

The Hound of theBaskervillesBy Arthur Conan DoyleFawcett | MM978-0-345-35052-7 | 192pp. | $6.99

Farewell to ManzanarBy Jeanne Houston and James D. HoustonLaurel Leaf | MM978-0-553-27258-1 | 240pp. | $6.99

The CommunistManifestoBy Karl Marx Friedrich EngelsIntroduction by Vladimir PoznerBantam Classics | MM978-0-553-21406-2 | 80pp. | $5.95

Moby-DickBy Herman MelvilleBantam Classics | MM978-0-553-21311-9 | 704pp. | $4.95

Billy Budd, Sailor &Other StoriesBy Herman MelvilleBantam Classics | MM978-0-553-21274-7 | 320pp. | $4.95

Moby-Dick or, The WhaleBy Herman MelvilleIntroduction by Elizabeth Hardwick Rockwell KentModern Library | TR978-0-679-78327-5 | 896pp. | $12.95

Anne of Green GablesBy L.M. MontgomeryIntroduction by Jack ZipesModern Library | TR978-0-8129-7903-9 | 320pp. | $8.00

The Merchant of VeniceBy William ShakespeareEdited by David Bevington andDavid Scott KastanBantam Classics | MM978-0-553-21299-0 | 272pp. | $4.99

Treasure IslandBy Robert Louis StevensonBantam Classics | MM978-0-553-21249-5 | 224pp. | $3.95

Treasure IslandBy Robert Louis StevensonIntroduction by David CordinglyModern Library | TR978-0-375-75682-5 | 240pp. | $8.00

War and PeaceBy Leo TolstoyTranslated by Constance GarnettModern Library | HC978-0-679-60084-8 | 1408pp. | $25.95

War and PeaceBy Leo TolstoyTranslated by Constance GarnettIntroduction by A.N. WilsonModern Library | MM978-0-345-47240-3 | 1424pp. | $9.95Modern Library | TR978-0-375-76064-8 | 1424pp. | $15.00

Around the World inEighty DaysBy Jules VerneTranslated by George M. TowleIntroduction by Bruce SterlingModern Library | TR978-0-8129-6856-9 | 224pp. | $9.95

The Time MachineBy H.G. WellsBantam Classics | MM978-0-553-21351-5 | 128pp. | $4.95

The Time MachineAn InventionBy H.G. WellsIntroduction by Ursula K. Le GuinIllustrated by W.A. DwigginsModern Library | TR978-0-375-76118-8 | 136pp. | $8.95

R E F E R E N C E

S T U D Y S K I L L S & T E S T P R E P

THE CORE KNOWLEDGE SERIESHow to Help Your Child Master Core Knowledge SubjectsEdited by E.D. Hirsch, Jr.

No matter what level of ability a student starts with, he or she will experience a sense of achievement as knowledge and skills aremastered. The Core Knowledge Curriculum covers language arts,history and geography, mathematics, science, art, and music and canbe complemented by other subjects. One book is available for eachof the first seven years of schooling to enable you to share and reinforce what your child is learning. To learn more about CoreKnowledge, go to http://www.coreknowledge.org. or for an articleentitled, The Core Knowledge Series: A Proven Resource for Educators and Parents, Now at the Preschool Level go to:

www.randomhouse.com/highschool/pdf/ChildrensCatalog2007.pdf

What Your Kindergartner Needs to Know

Preparing Your Child for a Lifetime of Learning

Delta | TR | 978-0-385-31841-9 | 320pp. | $15.00

What Your First Grader Needs to Know

Fundamentals of a Good First-Grade Education

Delta | TR | 978-0-385-31987-4 | 368pp. | $15.00

What Your Second GraderNeeds to Know

Fundamentals of a Good Second Grade Education

Delta | TR | 978-0-385-31843-3 | 384pp. | $15.00

What Your Third GraderNeeds to Know

Fundamentals of a GoodThird-Grade EducationDelta | TR | 978-0-385-33626-0

400pp. | $15.00

What Your FourthGrader Needs to KnowFundamentals of A GoodFourth-Grade EducationDelta | TR | 978-0-385-33765-6

336pp. | $15.00

What Your Fifth GraderNeeds to Know

Fundamentals of a GoodFifth-Grade EducationDelta | TR | 978-0-385-33731-1

384pp. | $15.00

What Your Sixth GraderNeeds to Know

Fundamentals of a GoodSixth-Grade Education

Delta | TR | 978-0-385-33732-8416pp. | $15.00

S T U D Y S K I L L S & T E S T P R E P

I Love Dirt!52 Activities to Help You and Your Kids Discover theWonders of NatureBy Jennifer WardForeword by Richard LouvIllustrated by Susie Ghahremani

I Love Dirt! presents 52 open-ended activities to helpyou engage your child in the outdoors. No matterwhat your location—from a small patch of green inthe city to the wide-open meadows of the country—each activity is meant to promote exploration, stimu-late imagination, and heighten a child’s sense ofwonder.

Trumpeter | TR | 978-1-59030-535-5 | 144pp. | $14.00

The Princeton Review… bringing educational expertise to your home!

What exactly should kids learn and review at home in order to successfully masterstate and national exams? As a parent, you know that keeping up with the

curriculum and helping your child with schoolwork can be a challenge. The books inthis series include tutoring tips and teaching instructions for parents as well as drills, exercises, and activities that parents and kids can do together.

Cracking the First Grade

Trade Paperback | 978-0-375-76602-2288pp. | $14.95

Cracking the Second Grade


Cracking the Third Grade


Cracking the Fourth Grade


Also of Interest:

Help Your Kids Catch Up, Keep Up, and Get Ahead

with New Sylvan Workbooks and Learning Kits.

“[My son] Vinze began using the workbook about a month ago. It is very easy to use and I have been pleasantly surprised to see that he is putting

his new found skills to use! It is billed as a supplemental curriculum, but for the past month I’ve allowed Vinze to use is for his full Language curriculum.”

—The Mom with Brownies on the 3rd Grade Super Reading Success Workbookicantbelievemylife.com

Workbooks use a systematic, age-and-grade appropriate approach that helps children fi nd, restore, or strengthen their reading and language-art skills • Only $12.99 each• Each includes a coupon for $10 off your child’s Skills Assessment at a

Sylvan Learning Center

Kindergarten: Reading Readiness, Alphabet Activities and Beginning Word Games 1st & 2nd grades: Reading Skill Builders, Spelling Games & Activities and Vocabulary Puzzles 3rd & 4th grades: Reading Comprehension Success, Vocabulary Success and Spelling Success 5th grade: Reading Comprehension Success, Vocabulary Success and Writing Success

Super Workbooks include three workbooks in one low-priced package • A $39 value for just $18.99!• Each includes a coupon for $10 off your child’s Skills Assessment at a

Sylvan Learning Center

Kindergarten – 2nd grade: Language Arts Success Super Workbooks 3rd – 5th grade: Super Reading Success Super Workbooks

Learning Kits are multi-media systems for improving reading skills and providing a compelling learning experience for children. Kits are available for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades.

• Each kit includes a coupon for $75 off your child’s Skills Assessment at a Sylvan Learning Center

New Sylvan Learning Products help students realize their potential, whether it’s to improve their current studies or get ahead for the following grade level. They include:

Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade

products available in July

Coming in 2010: Math workbooks

for Kindergarten-5th grades!

Visit www.SylvanLearningBookstore.comfor information on all of the new Sylvan Learning Products

P E R S O N A L & S P I R I T U A L D E V E L O P M E N T

Do Hard ThingsA Teenage Rebellion Against Low Expectations

By Alex Harris and Brett Harris

In August 2005 Alex and Brett Harris started what is nowthe most popular Christian teen blog on the Internet. They

describe the Rebelution as “a teenage rebellion against thelow expectations of an ungodly culture.” Written by teens for

teens, this is the handbook for teens who are rebellingagainst pervasive low expectations and reaching for their

God-given potential. Filled with examples from the Bible,the authors’ personal experiences, contemporary youth

culture it will positively empower your teen.

Multnomah Books | HC | 978-1-601-42112-8 | 256pp. | $16.99

The Greatest Man Who Ever LivedSecrets for Unparalleled Success and Unshakable Happiness from the Life of Jesus

By Steven K. Scott

From bestselling author of The Richest Man Who Ever Lived comes abook that reveals wisdom and insights from the life of Jesus. Scottshows how the manner and method with which Jesus pursued andaccomplished his goals offer life-changing lessons that can help yourchild achieve a successful and fulfilled life. He identifies the impor-tance of identifying—and strengthening—the “whys” that drive oursense of purpose and discovering and mastering the seven keys thatmade Jesus the greatest communicator of all time.

WaterBrook Press | HC | 978-1-4000-7464-8 | 368pp. | $19.95

Hard as NailsA Mission to Awaken Youth to the Power of God’s Love

By Justin Fatica; Foreword by David Tyree

In an era where Catholic-church attendance is waning, twenty-nine-year-old Justin Fatica’s intense and in-your-face approach hasbecome a successful way of reaching the spiritually hungry. Faticaoffers a message of hope for all ages, and especially for the growingnumber of youth who feel displaced and lost. While some are justgetting used to Justin Fatica’s style, there is little doubt that thisdynamic, charismatic preacher will continue to draw attention forhis radical and passionate ways of spreading the gospel.

Image | TR | 978-0-385-52717-0 | 208pp. | $14.00

F O R P A R E N T S

The Ultimate Book ofHomeschooling Ideas500+ Fun and CreativeLearning Activities for Kids Ages 3-12Three Rivers Press | TR978-0-7615-6360-0 | 360pp. | $16.95

The HomeschoolingBook of AnswersThe 101 Most ImportantQuestions Answered byHomeschooling’s MostRespected VoicesThree Rivers Press | TR978-0-7615-3570-6 | 384pp. | $17.95

Homeschool Your Child for FreeMore Than 1,400 Smart, Effective, and PracticalResources for Educating Your Family at Home

UPDATED AND REVISED EDITION

By LauraMaery Gold and Joan M. Zielinski

Are you considering homeschooling your child but don’tknow where to start? Feeling overwhelmed by all the information—good and bad—competing for your atten-tion? The internet is both a library and a laboratory, butonly if you know where to look. Homeschool Your Child for Free, 2nd Edition is full of information, adventure andeducational experiences for the entire family is organizedinto a complete and easy-to-use curriculum.

You’ll discover:

• Complete curriculum plans for a comprehensive education, from preschool through high school

• Legal guidelines and compliance requirements forhome educators

• Online lesson plans arranged by subject from American history to zoology

• Teaching tips and motivators from successful homeschoolers

Filled with fresh, new information—in the same ap-proachable voice—this completely updated edition ofHomeschool Your Child for Free is an invaluable guide toall the best free educational material on the Internet and beyond.Three Rivers Press | TR | 978-0-307-45163-7 | 480pp. | $20.00

The First Year of Homeschooling Your ChildYour Complete Guide to Getting Off to the Right Start

By Linda Dobson

This comprehensive guide will help you determine theappropriate first steps, build your own educational philos-ophy, and discover the best ways to cater to your child’sspecific learning style, including:

• When, why, and how to get started

• The best ways to develop an effective curriculum, assessyour child’s progress, and navigate local regulations

• Kid-tested and parent-approved learning activities forall age levels

• Simple strategies for developing an independent childand strengthening family and social relationships

“Linda Dobson addresses all the issues facing parents as they consider the task of homeschooling over other educational options. Those who wonder whether theyreally can or want to do the job will find unique perspectives in this well-researched work.”

—Beverly K. Eakman, author and cofounder, National Education Consortium

Three Rivers Press | TR | 978-0-7615-2788-6 | 360pp. | $16.95

Also by LINDA DOBSON

NEW

F O R P A R E N T S

Am I a Normal Parent?Expert Advice, Parenting Tips, and theReassurance You’ve Been Looking For

By Sara Dimerman Foreword by Nanny Deb Carroll

Created by parenting expert SaraDimerman, Am I A Normal Parent?reveals the behaviors, questions, andproblems that you face on a daily basisand addresses the insecurities andfears common to parents world-wide.By addressing common concerns, SaraDimerman encourages you to rethinkinterpretations of societal norms in apositive and constructive way. Thebook encourages you in a warm andfriendly manner to work harder to define yourself, and lead by exampleso that parenting is reflective of yourown values.

Hatherleigh Press | TR978-1-57826-276-2 | 208pp. | $15.95

Homework for Grown-upsEverything You Learned at School andPromptly Forgot

By E. Foley and B. Coates

In homeschooling families, parentsbecome teachers. With this in mind,Homework for Grown-Ups will giveyou a refresher as you learn rightalong with your kids. In this fun andinformative book, E. Foley and B.Coates are like your favorite teachers—witty and entertaining yet with afull mastery of the facts—as theyteach the basics of English, Math,History, and more. Sharpen up thosenumber 2 pencils and get ready tolearn. Broadway | HC978-0-7679-3238-7 | 384pp. | $19.99

The Complete Home LearningSource BookThe Essential Resource Guide forHomeschoolers, Parents, andEducators Covering Every Subject from Arithmetic to Zoology

By Rebecca Rupp

This exhaustive and comprehensivesourcebook provides parents andteachers with information on all theresources needed to plan a well-bal-anced curriculum for the home or the classroom, from preschool throughhigh school. The Complete HomeLearning Sourcebook not only coversbasic academic subjects—the threeR’s—but also addresses interests thatare off the beaten path of publicschool curricula, such as paleontologyand meteorology.Three Rivers Press | TR978-0-609-80109-3 | 880pp. | $29.95

The Homeschooling Handbook: From Preschool to High School, A Parent’s Guide to:Making the Decision; Discovering your child’s learning style; Getting Started; Creating an Effective Study PlanBy Mary Griffith

In this revised edition of her groundbreaking book, Mary Griffith tells you everything youneed to know about the fastest-growing educational movement in the country, including:

• When, why, and how to homeschool • Detailed learning ideas for the primary, middle, and teen years • How to navigate the local regulations • Strategies to avoid burnout and strengthen family relationships • Resources in the community and the homeschooling network

Whether you’re one of the nearly one million families in the country already homeschool-ing, planning to take the plunge, or just testing the water, this hands-on book will help!

“The Homeschooling Handbook is a valuable resource for anyone interested in nurturing their child.Whether you homeschool or not, you will find many fresh ideas for working with children in these pages.”

—Patrick Farenga, publisher, Growing Without Schooling

Three Rivers Press | TR978-0-7615-1727-6 | 320pp. | $16.95

F O R P A R E N T S

Raising a Left-Brain Child in aRight-Brain WorldStrategies for Helping Bright, Quirky,Socially Awkward Children to Thriveat Home and at SchoolBy Katharine BealsTrumpeter | TR | 978-1-59030-650-5 | 224pp. | $16.95

Homeschooling: The Teen YearsYour Complete Guide to SuccessfullyHomeschooling the 13- to 18- Year-OldBy Cafi CohenPrima Lifestyles | TR978-0-7615-2093-1 | 368pp. | $16.95

Homeschoolers’ CollegeAdmissions HandbookPreparing 12- to 18-Year-Olds forSuccess in the College of Their ChoiceBy Cafi CohenThree Rivers Press | TR978-0-7615-2754-1 | 336pp. | $17.95

Between Parent and ChildThe Bestselling Classic ThatRevolutionized Parent-ChildCommunicationBy Haim G. Ginott Edited by Alice Ginott and H. Wallace GoddardThree Rivers Press | TR978-0-609-80988-4 | 256pp. | $13.95

Raising Self-Reliant Children in a Self-Indulgent WorldSeven Building Blocks for DevelopingCapable Young PeopleBy H. Stephen Glenn and Jane NelsenThree Rivers Press | TR978-0-7615-1128-1 | 256pp. | $15.95

Powerful Prayers for Your ChildrenBy David Kopp and Heather KoppWaterBrook Press | TR978-1-57856-850-5 | 208pp. | $14.99

Powerful Prayers for Your FamilyBy David Kopp and Heather KoppWaterBrook Press | TR978-1-57856-853-6 | 224pp. | $14.99

The Surprising Power of Family MealsHow Eating Together Makes UsSmarter, Stronger, Healthier andHappierBy Miriam WeinsteinSteerforth | TR978-1-58642-113-7 | 280pp. | $14.95

Home School Family FitnessThe Complete Physical EducationCurriculum for Grades K-12By Bruce WhitneyHatherleigh Press | TR978-1-57826-274-8 | 192pp. | $19.95

Also Available:

The Creative FamilyHow to Encourage Imagination and Nurture Family Connections

By Amanda Blake Soule

Amanda Soule has charmed many on her blog, SouleMama. Here sheshares ideas and projects with the same warm tone and down-to-earthvoice. Perfect for all families, the wide range of projects presented hereoffers ideas for imaginative play, art and crafts, nature explorations, andfamily celebrations. This book embraces a whole new way of living thatwill engage your children’s imagination, celebrate their achievements,and help you to express love and gratitude for each other as a family.

Trumpeter | TR | 978-1-59030-471-6 | 224pp. | $14.95

Home Learning Year by YearHow to Design a Homeschool Curriculum from Preschool Through High School

By Rebecca Rupp

Based on the traditional pre-K through 12th-grade structure, Home Learning Year by Year features:

• The integral subjects to be covered within each grade

• Standards for knowledge that should be acquired by your child at each level

• Recommended books to use as texts for every subject

• Guidelines for the importance of each topic: which knowledge is essential and which is best for more expansive study based on your child’s personal interests

• Suggestions for how to sensitively approach less academic subjects, such as sex education and physical fitness

Three Rivers Press | TR | 978-0-609-80585-5 | 432pp. | $14.95

F U R T H E R I N F O R M A T I O N A B O U T O U R P U B L I S H E R S

The WaterBrook MultnomahPublishing Group, the evangelicaldivision of Random House Books,Inc., is committed to creatingproducts that both intensify andsatisfy the elemental thirst for adeeper relationship with God. Bycommunicating spiritual truthsand encouraging young readerswith a variety of resources, ourbooks offer the highest qualityand creativity for homeschoolers,their parents, and everyone inthe family! WaterBrook Mult-nomah provides resources thatparents can trust to be spirituallysound and academically enrich-ing, and students will find to becaptivating and enlightening. Inproviding these products, wehope that ultimately readers of allages will gain a deeper under-standing of God and live a lifepleasing to Him.

For more books, visitwww.WaterBrookMultnomah.comLook for us on FaceBook andTwitter

Sylvan is the most trustedprovider of supplemental educationservices in reading, mathematics,and homework support. For morethan thirty years and with morethan two million success stories,Sylvan has been helping childrenin grades pre-K-12 realize their potential, whether it’s to improvea report card or get ahead for thefollowing school year. For thefirst time, Sylvan’s incredible tutoring-program success will beavailable in workbooks andlearning kits that help studentskeep up, catch up, and get ahead.Find Sylvan products at book-stores everywhere and online at

www.sylvanlearningbookstore.com

The Princeton Review guidesmillions of students each yearthrough transitions from highschool to college to professionalstudies. Through its courses, books,software, and online services,The Princeton Review offers tipsand tools for students, parents,teachers, guidance counselors,and admissions directors.

The Princeton Review booksare designed to help studentsthrough critical stages in theirlives, from scoring high on stan-dardized tests, to choosing theright college, to writing great resumes and more.

For more books, visit www.randomhouse.com/princetonreview/

Books may be purchased at your local bookstore or ordered online through any book retailer, including www.randomhouse.com. When ordering through the Random House siteuse the following Promotional Code: Homeschool. Shipping and handling is free.

RANDOM HOUSE, INC. Academic Marketing 1745 Broadway, 6-2 New York, NY 10019

www.randomhouse.com/highschool

Queries? Contact Us at [email protected]

O R D E R I N G I N F O R M A T I O N

NEW

RANDOM HOUSE, INC.

Documents

Selected Books for Homeschoolers (All Levels) from