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Betsy Tacy
Betsy Tacy
by Maud Hart Lovelace, Lois Lenski (Illustrator)
Betsy and Tacy were two little five-year-olds, such inseparable friends that they were regarded almost as one. This is the story of their friendship in a little Minnesota town years ago.
 
Soldier's Heart : Being the Story of the Enlistment and Due Service of the Boy Charley Goddard in the First Minnesota Volunteers
Soldier's Heart : Being the Story of the Enlistment and Due Service of the Boy Charley Goddard in the First Minnesota Volunteers
by Gary Paulsen
During his time as a soldier, Charley fights in some of the most famous battles in American history, sees many men die, and continually fears for his own life. The historical accuracy and development of the character Charley make Soldier's Heart an excellent book.
 
The Story of Minnesota's Past
The Story of Minnesota's Past
by Rhoda R. Gilman
A readable and authoritative history for newcomers, old-timers, and all those in the general reading audience who want to know more about the state's past.
 
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Minnesota Homeschool Support Groups and Contacts

Catholic Homeschool Alliance Rejoicing In Southwest Minnesota
We are a group of primarily Catholic families joined together to promote and support Catholic homeschooling.

Christian Home Educators of Woodbury Area
Meetings are held at Woodbury Lutheran Church. A collection of items that might be of interest to Twin Cities' homeschoolers.

Early Childhood Homeschooling Opportunities
ECHO-MN is an inclusive homeschool organization designed for families with young children who are exploring homeschooling. The group sponsors quarterly information meetings, a newsletter, and a mentorship program.

East Central MN Secular Home & Unschoolers
We are a growing group of secular eclectic homeschooling & unschooling families in East Central MN who, for the most part, are more into a holistic way of living. We are all Attachment-Parenting friendly & all that that entails. Our home base right now is in Mora at the library but will shortly be in Milaca once the new library is completed.

East Metro Eclectic Homeschoolers
North and East suburbs of St. Paul (Ramsey and Washington counties) MN. For families who have eclectic homeschooling approaches and diverse faiths.

ECHO St. Croix
Supports homeschool families in Stillwater, Oak Park Heights, Mahtomedi, White Bear Lake, Hugo, Forest Lake, Wyoming, Chisago City, Center City, Lindstrom, St. Croix Falls, Osceola, Somerset, and Hudson areas.

ECHO-West
Support group, activities, playdates and field trips. Supporting parents of the western suburbs of Minneapolis.

Family Hiking and Nature Study Group
This group is based in the Twin Cities and is for families (and other individuals--grandparents for example!) who love to hike and spend time outdoors. Because the hikes are normally scheduled during school hours, this group is mainly geared towards homeschooling families, but anyone is welcome to join.

Fargo-Moorhead Secular Homeschoolers
Do you homeschool in the Fargo-Moorhead area? Do you want to meet other secular homeschoolers? Sign on, meet some people, develop some friendships.

Home Educators for Excellence
Serving Scott, Dakota, Hennepin and surrounding counties in Minnesota. A friendly, welcoming co-op offering a variety of classes and social activities for the children and the parents, field trips, gym, special interest groups and much more. Our emphasis is developing friendships for the parents and the children.

HOPE Families
We offer a monthly, parent-only, support group, as well as social and academic enrichment opprtunities for the children. We serve the East side of St. Paul and the surrounding suburbs.

Kinnickinnic Valley Home Educators
We are a general homeschool support group composed of home educators from Pierce County and St Croix County of Western Wisconsin, and neighboring Dakota County and Washington County of Minnesota.

KNEEL Home Education Association
Christian support group in Apple, MN. Co-op parents are required to actively participate in the meetings and other events/service opportunities.

Minnesota Homeschool Adventures
A group for homeschooling families to arrange field trips to places and events around the Twin Cities area. All of the arrangements will be made on the list, so there are no scheduled meetings.

Northland C.O.R.E - Communicating Opportunities & Resources for home Educators
A source of information for homeschoolers in the TwinPorts & surrounding areas.

NW Metro Homeschoolers
We are a non-sectarian group welcoming people of all faiths and beliefs. We are a diverse group with many different approaches to homeschooling. We live and meet in the Sherburne County and surrounding areas.

Owatonna Area Christian Home Educators
This forum is the place where we can leave encouragement, post questions, and share helpful ideas as we raise our children to love God and love learning. Yahoo Group.

Plymouth Area Homeschoolers
A group based on the principals of families learning together to train, teach and prepare the hearts of their children for Jesus Christ.

Rochester Homeschoolers
A homeschool support group for families of Rochester, MN and surrounding communities. We meet regularly for field trips, park dates, and get togethers.

South of the River Unschooling Coop
This is an informal support group for MN south-of-the-river unschoolers and relaxed/eclectic homeschoolers (Burnsville, Savage, Prior Lake, Lakeville, Farmington, Rosemount, Apple Valley, New Market, Elko, Northfield, Faribault, Cannon Falls etc).

South Metro Homeschoolers
We are an informal low-structure group for families who are homeschooling children or who are interested in homeschooling, in the Minneapolis South Metro/South of the River area. Many of our members live in the areas near Eagan, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Shakopee, Savage and Lakeville.

Twin Cities South Liberal Homeschoolers
A group for home educating families in the south Minneapolis and southwest St.Paul areas/suburbs who are moderate to liberal on the political spectrum.

West Metro Homeschool co-op
We are located in the West Metro Suburbs of Minneapolis in the town of Maple Plain, serving such towns as Orono, Mound, Delano, Wayzata, Minnetonka, Rockford and St. Bonifacius. A Christian co-op run according to a Mission Statement and Statement of Faith.

Western Wisconsin Homeschool Network
This network has been created to support the homeschooling community of Pierce, St Croix, and Dunn counties of Western Wisconsin, along the I-94 corridor from Hudson to Menomonie. We welcome homeschoolers in other nearby counties to join us.

WHIM Coop: Waldorf Homeschoolers in Minnesota
Our community of 40+ families gathers in small groups for circle-time, lessons, singing and music-making, bread-baking, handwork and seasonal crafts. We gather as a whole for camping, canoeing, putting on our own plays, going to puppet shows and plays, celebrating festivals and more. We have members across the metro area and, increasingly, beyond. To be a member, just show up! Contact: Katharine Krueger 612-798-4777 or by email: KruegerKat@aol.com.

Willmar Area Scholars at Home
We are a community of homeschooling families that live in the Willmar, MN area. If you're interested in homeschooling, a good place to begin is the resource page. For more information about WASH, contact one of our board members listed here.

Support Group Lists

Catholic Homeschool Support Groups in Wisconsin
A network connecting Catholic homeschooling families in Wisconsin with others following the same path.

MHA Support Group Wiki
Announce your support group here, or look for other homeschoolers in your area.

Minnesota Support Groups
List from Home Education Magazine. To be listed, email HEM-Info@homeedmag.com

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Recommended books to help you explore homeschooling
 
The Complete Home Learning Source Book
The Complete Home Learning Source Book : The Essential Resource Guide for Homeschoolers, Parents, and Educators Covering Every Subject from Arithmetic to Zoology
by Rebecca Rupp
This ambitious reference guide lives up to its name. Practically three inches thick--and we're not talking large print here--it's packed with titles, ordering information, and Web site addresses.
 
Home Learning Year by Year
Home Learning Year by Year
How to Design a Homeschool Curriculum from Preschool Through High School
by Rebecca Rupp
A structured plan to ensure that your children will learn what they need to know when they need to know it, from preschool through high school.
 
The Ultimate Book of Homeschooling Ideas: 500+ Fun and Creative Learning Activities for Kids Ages 3-12
The Ultimate Book of Homeschooling Ideas: 500+ Fun and Creative Learning Activities for Kids Ages 3-12
by Linda Dobson
As a homeschooling parent, you're always looking for new and creative ways to teach your child the basics. Look no longer! Inside this innovative helper, you'll find kid-tested and parent-approved techniques for learning math, science, writing, history, manners, and more that you can easily adapt to your family's homeschooling needs.
 
Homeschooling : The Teen Years
Homeschooling : The Teen Years
Your Complete Guide to Successfully Homeschooling the 13- To 18-Year Old

by Cafi Cohen
This book reveals the adventure and rewards as well as the special challenges of working with this age group.
 
The Teenage Liberation Handbook
The Teenage Liberation Handbook
How to Quit School and Get a Real Life and Education
by Llewellyn, Grace
Written primarily for teens who need to convince their parents they can teach themselves.

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