As a former teacher and homeschool parent, I want to recommend an incredible book for fellow homeschoolers: **”The Book Whisperer” by Donalynn Miller**.
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This book is truly amazing. Donalynn, who has 20 years of experience as a reading teacher, shares her insights on the significant amount of lost class time, wasted time, and interruptions that occur in traditional classrooms. She managed to get her two 6th-grade classes to read 40 books a year without any pulling, pushing, or bribing. It’s mind-blowing!
I highly recommend this book for its wealth of statistics that highlight the beauty of reading and the importance of finding books that resonate with each child. It emphasizes why children should have the freedom to read books they love and choose, rather than being forced into specific selections.
If you’re interested in more about homeschooling in Virginia, I’ve been doing it for over a decade. You can check out my website at www.thefunschoolers.com.
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