This is my second book review for the Spring Reading Thing. Since this is my second in only two days; I thought I should explain that I had made it halfway through this book before I found out about the Spring Reading Thing. But, that's okay; because the rules are it can be a book you have already started and want to finish, or a book in your "to-be-read" pile!
As you can see, I am giving this book FIVE thumbs up. I cannot believe how much common sense prevails in this book. I can't wait to see this make a difference in our family dynamics. I have already started using ideas in this book; even though I only just finished it today. Some basic tenets of the book include putting your marriage/spouse first, old fashioned parenting (but not spanking by the way...), teaching responsibility and resourcefulness, and getting past the "experts". I can't wait until my husband comes home and can read this book!
Just so you know, there is one thing I do not like about this book; it is the overwhelming sense in one section that Mr. Rosemond was pro public school when he wrote this bookl. I wonder what he will say now that his first grandchild is nearly 13? I did notice he has actually provided links on his web-site for homeschool support. I think public schools have changed so much since this book was written; and so has the public understanding of home school. However, this is not a predominant theme in this book; and all of the child-rearing information was invaluable! Do not let this one thing I mention keep you from reading this book. I still rank it above all other parenting books I have read with the possible exception of Shepherding A Child's Heart by Tedd Tripp.
I just wanted to stop by to thank you for your help with my blogging presentation. I actually ended up talking more about blogging in general because the crowd was sort of technophobic, but it went well especially because I had your real examples.
Thanks!
Jennifer
The bottom line is; We try not to insist on parent-led learning or gravitate toward child-led learning. We try instead to focus on God-led learning and ask for His input and perspective on every aspect of our home school. That way, when others fuss about what Dan and I are doing and make me second guess our decisions -- I can go back to our decision process and find God's fingerprints, reminding me that this is His way.
