“The opportunity to homeschool our own children is a great blessing and an exciting challenge. Yet despite the fact that hundreds of thousands of families have led the way before us, our journey can still be fraught with difficulties and challenges. discouragement”.

Author Virginia Knowles is Thad’s wife and a veteran homeschooler of eight children from adolescence to baby. She doesn’t pretend to be a super mom, or even to have extraordinary children. She does not claim to be an expert in education or psychology. Her rating is simply that she is a real life homeschool mom, just like you and me. That, in itself, can be a very comforting thought for those of us who tend to compare ourselves to others and think we should be. doing something wrong.

In his 141-page book, he offers biblical encouragement and practical advice for your emotional and spiritual life, family relationships, support groups, educational philosophy and academic success, home management, and much more.

In the chapter entitled “The hallmarks of a peaceful spirit”, he talks about “a dignified woman, in her own home, who does not give in to the selfish demands of her children. She has the firmness to say,” NO! “and stick with her decision, no matter how loud the complaints are. She makes sure they do their homework and housework, even when they prefer to play. She doesn’t allow her children to treat her with disrespect. She knows that a parent’s job is to train them to obey quickly, quietly, cheerfully, and completely, so that “faithful instruction is on their tongue” (Proverbs 31:25). “

If you’re not the perfect homeschool mom, this book is for you! Why not sit back this holiday season and be fed and ministered to? What better way to prepare for the New Year ?!