by Rick Boyer
First published 2001
Rick Boyer opens his family's door to readers, revealing the daily realities of raising twelve children while teaching them at home. The Boyers navigate the complexities of managing a household where education happens around the kitchen table and learning extends far beyond textbooks. Boyer addresses the practical challenges that come with such a large family while exploring his approach to child development and educational philosophy. Through personal stories and candid observations, he examines how parents can shape their children's character while fostering genuine learning. The book captures both the chaos and joy that define the Boyer household, showing how one family has chosen to structure their lives around home education. Boyer discusses family planning decisions and parenting strategies with humor and honesty. The narrative weaves together amusing incidents with serious reflections on raising children in today's world. At its heart, this is a story about parents who believe deeply in their ability to guide their children's growth and education from home.
Genres: family, non-fiction, 21st-century, academic
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
200 pages · Paperback · G C B Pub Group