REVISED AND UPDATED March 2014 with new content on homeschooling rhythms and even more practical advice "This book was invaluable for a beginning homeschooler like me. What an incredible resource for planning our future as a homeschool family "-Heidi Rohland, homeschooler of two "I found myself wanting to take a dip into this fun and creative world that Alicia describes throughout the book. I even had moments wishing that I was one of her kids in this home that doesn't live confined to a calendar or clock, but strives to make life the library of learning. Reading this felt much like an afternoon of coffee with a close friend that you don't want to end."--Caryn Jenkins, mom of two "Homeschooling families will appreciate Alicia's refreshingly simple approach to tackling organization and flexibility--two keys to a successful learning environment. Whether readers are new to homeschooling, or have years of experience, this book gives invaluable tips in how to organize your homeschool while maintaining enough flexibility for everyday life."-Eryn Bollish, homeschooling mom of four "Plan to Be Flexible is replete with first-hand, Christ-directed examples from her family's school days. Alicia's approach explores how to maintain the utmost confidence as academics, life skills, and spiritual character are instilled-no matter the season of life. I loved this book "-Kelli Tague, veteran homeschooling mom of six "What a great resource for the homeschooling community "--Mike Yorkey, author of more than 75 books, including the Every Man's Battle series Overwhelmed by the challenge of homeschooling in the real world? Are rewarding school days possible in the midst of errands, laundry piles and extracurricular activities? Absolutely Let Plan To Be Flexible show you how. Born out of one mom's struggle to find order and peace, reading this book is like having a coffee with someone that's "been there, done that." Plan to Be Flexible's focus on "rhythms" instead of a rigid schedule testifies to how free-form learning (and the realities of daily life) can happily co-exist within the framework of a goal-oriented plan. You will: Analyze what's working (and what's not) in your homeschool Develop a flexible and goal-oriented curriculum plan for each student Discover why rhythms (not schedules) are the secret to homeschooling sanity Learn how to homeschool with joy and freedom Full of practical ideas and real-life stories, this book is an incredible resource to establish the flexible, rhythm-based homeschooling lifestyle you and your family have been looking for

This book has vibrant pictures of animals and insects with an accompanying poem to bring them to life.