An overwhelming flood of information, options, and advice. That's whatparents who home school often get- when what they really need is astraightforward plan that sustains them as teachers, fits their kids'wideranging needs, and meshes naturally with the way they really live.A comprehensive strategy is exactly what author Cynthia Lavoiedelivers. In an easy-to-understand, conversational style, she revealshow to:. pick the curriculum that's the very best-for the way your children learn;. take into account several crucial learning and family factors thatfew parents ever consider;. simplify planning, especially for multi-grade households;. accommodate your child's unique talents and needs within any curriculum; and,. most of all, how to relax and enjoy learning with your kids! Lavoie is a seasoned educator who knows curriculum, learningphilosophies, and pedagogy. But she also knows firsthand the agoniesand ecstasies of home schooling. She herself has home schooled fivechildren in five different grades for the last 15 years. Her expertiseand experience zooms you to the head of the class, giving you newappreciation for your children as learners-and new confidence inyourself as their teacher.