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Homeschool Literature Curriculum
Adapted from The Virginia Homeschool Manual. Compiled by Vicki Bentley, Susan Brooks, Janice Campbell, and Rachel Ramey. Most of the subject-specific resources can be ordered from the major curriculum suppliers listed under “Homeschool Material Sources,” but publisher websites are indicated where appropriate. Publisher websites often offer additional product information, articles, links to other sites, and free e-newsletters.
The 3Rs Series (Grades K-3)Includes: A Home Start in Reading A Strong Start in Language An Easy Start in Arithmetic by Dr. Ruth Beechick
Blackstone AudiobooksUnabridged recordings of great books. www.blackstoneaudio.com
Books Children Loveby Elizabeth Wilson A guide to the best children’s literature for varying age groups.
By Jove / The Play’s the ThingAristoplay games to teach Greek mythology and Shakespeare.
Children’s Literature Web Guidewww.acs.ucalgary.ca/~dkbrown
Christian Novel StudiesLiterature study guides. www.christiannovelstudies.com
The Classics at Home
by Ann WardLeads you through the works of Beatrix Potter, Charlotte’s Web, Winnie-the-Pooh, and The House at Pooh Corner.
Classics to Read Aloud to Your Children
by William Russell
by Kathryn StoutTeaches literary criticism. www.designastudy.com
For the Love of Reading
by Valerie BendtShare the love of reading with your children. Now published as part of Unit Studies Made Easy. www.valeriebendt.com
Honey for a Child’s Heart and Read for Your Lifeby Gladys Hunt Utilizing books for building up the whole child.
Invitation to the Classicsby Louise Cowan and Os Guinness An attractive, readable introduction to the major books and authors of western civilization.
Laurel Hill Video LibraryRental videos by mail with an emphasis on literature-based titles.
Lost Classics Book CompanyReprints great old books. www.lostclassicsbooks.com
Mantle MinistriesReprints old books. www.mantleministries.com
Movies as Literature
by Kathryn StoutA one-year course for high school English or a supplement for grades 7-12. www.designastudy.com