Top homeschooling advocate CHRISTY-FAITH has more than two decades of academic and administrative experience, ranging from kindergarten to higher education. She co-founded and ran a premier educational center and consulting firm in Los Angeles before transitioning to the homeschool arena. Today, she supports families in their homeschooling journeys through her membership community, podcast, and social media channels. She lives in Colorado with her husband Scott and four homeschooled children.

Author's Note xi

Foreword xiii

PART I Rethinking Childhood 1

CHAPTER 1 The Most Dangerous Question: What Makes for a Great Education? 3

CHAPTER 2 The Homeschool Revolution: Why Parents Are Pulling Out Their Kids in Droves 21

PART II The Great Experiment 49

CHAPTER 3 In Plain Sight: The Juicy History and Enduring Legacy of Public Schooling 51

CHAPTER 4 From Helpful to Harmful: What Changed in Education and Why It Matters 77

PART III The Extraordinary Potential of Homeschooling 101

CHAPTER 5 The Homeschooling Edge: Where Possibilities Flourish 103

CHAPTER 6 Understanding Homeschooling: What It Is and Why People Do It 121

PART IV Insight into Homeschooling: Separating Fact from Fiction 137

CHAPTER 7 Flipping the Script on Socialization: The Most Common Objection Is Our Greatest Strength 139

CHAPTER 8 Hitting the Books: Educational Myths about Homeschooling 165

CHAPTER 9 Moving Beyond the Shadow of Doubt: Common Homeschooling Hang-Ups and Fears 183

PART V Finding Your Why and Leaning into Hope 207

CHAPTER 10 Deschooling: Your Bridge over Anxious Waters 209

CHAPTER 11 You Are Enough 233

About the Author 241

Notes 243

Let's Connect 257

Index 259

"Christy-Faith lays down such a watertight homeschooling case that you'll WANT to educate your kids at home. This book gives concrete evidence how this method not only creates a solid foundation for a brighter future but also fosters development for a well-rounded, responsible, socially adept, and independent lifelong learner."
--Jean Burk, CEO, College Prep Genius

"Homeschool Rising is just what parents need as they jump headlong into the adventure that homeschooling can be. Christy-Faith is a natural encourager who backs it all up with sound research and a warm heart for the parents she knows will benefit from reading this timely book. Occasionally we doubt our choices as parents, and this book provides the right combination of helpful reminders, new ideas, and the inspiration a homeschooler needs to see their child's education through to the end. It will be a welcome tool in the hands of any parent - whether they're already homeschooling or are just thinking about getting started."
--Colleen Kessler, M.Ed., Author of The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners and Raising Resilient Sons: A Boy Mom's Guide to Building Strong, Confident, and Emotionally Intelligent Families

"Every parent should read this book as they make educational choices for their children. Christy-Faith reminds us that we don't have to be fearful while we return to the roots of individualized education. Instead, we can confidently impact the future of our children one homeschool at a time."
--Sarah Collins, MSOT, OTR/L, Owner of HomeschoolOT

"Homeschool Rising is the comprehensive, well-researched encouragement I wish I had fifteen years ago when I began homeschooling. With her vast experience in education, Christy-Faith dispels common misconceptions, equips parents, and sheds a bright light on the value and benefit of choosing the transformative educational path of homeschooling."
--Marni Love, Certified Parent Coach and Homeschool Mentor