Homeschool Library Builder

Through this last year of being on the TOS Crew I have been introduced to many companies I had never heard of before.  Homeschool Library Builder is one that I just found out about recently.

Homeschool Library Builder is co-owned by two veteran homeschool families dedicated to Christ-centered education. Their desire is to help homeschool families affordably collect books for their literary-based educational needs. They stock both new and used books found in popular literature-based homeschool curricula, as well as select titles to supplement  unit studies. They are committed to providing wholesome materials that will enrich the entire family.

(adapted from a statement on the website)

• New and used literature

Whether a book is hard- or softcover, like new or ex-library, in good or fair condition, our items are clearly rated by condition and priced accordingly.

• Guidance for selecting worthwhile books

Items are organized by categories and age level, so you can easily locate what you need!

• Amazingly low prices

We love bargain shopping and delight in sharing our savings with you! We want to help you stretch those dollars as you build your special home library!

Homeschool Library Builder offers a  free membership program that includes:

Monthly Newsletters: Be informed about sales, special event promos and featured products

Book Rewards Program:  Earn one Book Point for each dollar you spend.  (15 book points=$1 in your account) Earn more Book Points by referring others or promoting HSLB through your blog.

Book Search:  Let them look for a hard to find book for you.

HSLB Marketplace: (read more here)

Helping Hand:  Sales from books purchased from this section go to a sponsored child from Compassion International.

Become a member here.

I have not yet ordered from Homeschool Library Builder but I did some price checking and the prices are great! There are lots of great titles.  Remember that they deal with new and used books so the stock changes frequently.

 In addition to their already great prices, during the month of May everything is 25% off!  They even offer a 30 money back guarantee.  Complete shipping information can be found here.

Homeschool Library Builder is also on Facebook.

See what others are saying about Homeschool Library Builder on the TOS crew blog.

disclaimer:  As a TOS crew member I was asked to review this website with no compensation.  I was offered a 10% discount if I wish to order.

How to Have a H.E.A.R.T. For Your Kids

I'm not sure that I ever shared that I am an official member of the TOS Homeschool crew and will be reviewing products all year long.  I am so excited.  The first item I am reviewing is How to Have a H.E.A.R.T. For Your Kids by Rachael Carman.  It is a beautiful hardcover book that is the perfect size for carrying anywhere.  I was so surprised by how adorable this book is...but, since we can't judge a book by its cover let's take a peek inside.

This book for moms is divided into an introduction, 5 chapters (one for each letter in H.E.A.R.T.) and an epilogue as follows:

Introduction: The Heart of the Matter

                        Chapter 1:   H — Have a Heart for the Things of God

    Chapter 2:   E — Enrich Your Marriage

Chapter 3:   A — Accept Your Kids

     Chapter 4:   R — Release Them to God

      Chapter 5:   T — Teach Them the Truth

Epilogue: Heartfelt Encouragement

The chapters are easy to read yet thought provoking.  It begins with the author's journey into homeschooling then she shares ways for moms to really have a heart for our children by first strengthening our walk with the Lord and then allowing Him to use us to equip our children for His purpose.  Each chapter ends with a HEART CHECK UP which is a list of questions meant for self examination.  The questions help to make the chapters personal and practical.

Here is a brief look into each chapter:

In the introduction, the author shares her journey into being a homeschool mom.  She didn't jump in head first with a great desire to homeschool.  She started out of necessity and the Lord slowly changed her heart.  On page 24 she says, "When we first started homeschooling in the fall of 1996, I did not have a heart for my children.  Although I loved my children, I was ready to get my life back.  I was done with the motherhood gig, ready to get back to me."

Chapter 1 is about having a heart for the things of God.  Before we can have heart for our children we need to prepare ourselves and our hearts to parent our children through our own pursuit of God for His glory and by His grace. (p.32)

In Chapter 2 you find simple ideas for enriching your marriage and reasons why this is so vital.

Chapter 3 may have been the most convicting for me.  Accept your Child  - Sometimes I spend too much time trying to "fix" my children.  In this chapter, she explains the difference between accepting your child and supporting them and also tells you what acceptance is not

Chapter 4 was also very timely for me as my oldest daughter turned 18 this year and I have others not far behind.  This chapter is about releasing your children to God to do what HE would have them do and not what WE would have them do.

Chapter 5 Teaching Them the Truth.  Above all else, we must teach our children the Truth...biblical truth. This needs to be our priority.

The Epilogue closes this scripture filled book with words of encouragement.

I highly recommend this book for all moms.  It is Biblical, entertaining, convicting and encouraging.  This is a book I will read more than once and would consider it a great gift for a new mom or one getting ready to start homeschooling (and just as good for someone who has been homeschooling for a long time).

You can purchase a copy of How to Have a H.E.A.R.T for your Kids at Apologia educational ministries, inc for $13.00.  Click here to read the introduction.  Did you know that Apologia sells things other than science books?  I didn't realize this until recently.  Check out everything they have to offer on their website.

See what others are saying about this book by visiting the TOS Crew Blog.

Disclaimer:  I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.