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Different Children, Different Needs, by Charles F. Boyd
An eye-opening introduction to the four motivations that make each person unique.  Using the DISC personality assessment system Dr. Boyd shows how to tailor your own parenting style to meet your children's needs more effectively.

The Way They Learn, by Cynthia Tobias
Fascinating insights into learning styles, learning disabilities and the seven different intelligences.  While a classroom may benefit from students remaining quietly at their desks, this may not be the best way for your children to learn.  In the homeschool setting, you have the freedom to adjust your approach to suit your children.  Explore your options and discover the benefits - this book is for you!

Open Heart, Open Home, by Karen Mains
Afraid to play the host to friends and family? Let Karen Mains show you how to embrace hospitality despite embarrassment over your cooking or the condition of your home. After all, it's the relationships that really count!  

Miserly Moms, by Jonni McCoy
For many families choosing to homeschool, the shift to a single income is a challenge.  While expenses can be reduced when Mom is not going to work, you can further trim your family's expenses by learning how to be frugal.

The Global Puzzle
Okay - so this isn't a book!  But it would provide a great family activity!  This fun, educational puzzle improves geography knowledge by 472%. For families that enjoy working puzzles over the holidays - or any time of the year - this is a winner.  And if you are studying American History this year, you will find The United States Puzzle to be a valuable learning tool.