Press Release

Here is the Press Release for Not as Good as You Think

Not as Good as You Think: Why the Middle Class Needs School Choice

Not as Good as You Think: Why the Middle Class Needs School Choice was just released by the Pacific Research Institute.

If you are concerned and involved in your child's education you should read this book.

The book is available for purchase, but is also available as a free .pdf download at the link above.

We'll be posting more information soon.

Accelerated Reader: Junk Food for the Mind?

If you were interested in the Supplementing Education post and your child is involved in Accelerated Reader, take a look at the links below.

Why Read Shakespeare When Clancy Can Get You a Pizza Party?

Reading for Points Only?

Nancy Drew Outpoints Macbeth

The articles highlight some potential shortcomings with the program.

If your child is in Accelerated Reader are you monitoring what books have actually been read or just looking at points gained?

Are you balancing "just for fun" books with some challenging classics?

Please discuss in the comments.

Supplementing Education

If you're not homeschooling your child but want to ensure a certain level of achievement, supplementing may be for you.

The Well Trained Mind: A Guide to a Classical Education at Home is an excellent book for any parent desiring an academically rigorous, comprehensive education. This is called a "classical education" by the authors, Jessie Wise and Susan Wise Bauer.

If you are not conducting homeschool, the authors suggest the idea of supplementing or reinforcing what your child learns at school.

Supplementing can be a great way to stay involved in your child's education and show your commitment to learning.