When we first started homeschooling 7 years ago the children were younger elementary age.   One of the big concerns from family and friends was "what about high school?"  Well, what about it?  Why are parents so afraid to continue homeschooling the last 4 years of their children's education?   I'll admit I had some concerns last year as it struck me it was time!  Our oldest was going to be in the 9th grade.   My husband and I attended our annual convention and the theme was Homeschooling High Schoolers and College Prep.  We sat in several workshops over 2 days soaking it all in.   By the end of the weekend I was confident I could do this too!  However without the knowledge of those who have gone this path before me, I'm not sure how well prepared I'd be.    I'm one of those people who will read any and all books I can get my hands on to prepare me and focus me on whatever subject.   So, when I received an email asking if I was willing to read, review and blog on a new ebook that will soon be available to all, I jumped at the chance!    

Homeschooling the High Schooler: 

                                   From Transcripts to Graduation 

A compliation of lessons from well-known authors such as Inge Cannon, Paula Moldenhauer, Maggie Hogan and Ann Zeise. 

Split into three parts, this new ebook offers much encouragement, advice and planning tips for the future to homeschooling high school parents.

Part One:  You can Homeschool Through the High School Years

With chapters written by Christine Field, Maggie Hogan, Jill Novak and more, support and encouragement of being able to homeschool high schoolers is given in reminders of why we started this journey to begin with as well as the opportunities that come along during these years.  They also put at ease some of the anxieties that come with giving credits, record keeping and testing.

Part Two:  Options and Resources to Help You

Paula Moldenhauer, Ann Zeise, Steve Clark and others cover the "how-to's" on the basics and academics.  You'll find information and helpful tips on dual enrollment, CLEP testing, job shadowing and how to prepare your child for college.  Also covered, how to pick curriculum for these years and more importantly how you can teach higher math, science and language arts during these years!  Each chapter is full of website links to take you directly to the resources suggested.

Part Three:  Preparing for the Future

This part of the ebook covers transcripts and why they are so important, how to convert your extracurricular activities into credit courses, a college selection checklist for Christians, apprenticeships and vocational training, and entrepreneurs.   Written by Igne and Ronald Cannon, Rhea Perry, and Cindy Downes these chapters cover the concerns of 'what about after high school'. 

This is an excellent book and should be read before you hit those high schooling years however, it's never too late to prepare.  If you had to choose 1 resource, I would highly recommend this ebook.  You will not be disappointed!

If interested, this ebook will be available for purchase in the next few days through THE HOMESCHOOL MAGAZINE.