Before Austen Comes Aesop: The Children's Great Books and How to Experience Them, by Cheri Blomquist (educational resource)
We have all heard of the Great Books and know we should read them, but what about the literature that inspired them all--the tales and poems that helped to form the imaginations and inspire the minds of the authors behind the masterpieces of Western civilization? Welcome to the "children's great books", an annotated list of the literature that has been beloved and influential in children's lives since ancient times! Browse the list, learn why these selections are the "greats", and journey through the history of children's literature. Then choose your own adventure for experiencing them!. Will it be leisurely, book club(ish), or scholarly? Before Austen Comes Aesop is perfect for homeschoolers who enjoy independent study, as well as everyone who wants to experience the best of children's literature!
If I Could Go Back: Reflections of a Former Homeschool Mom, by Cheri Blomquist (memoir) This is the story of my own eight-year homeschool journey, written especially for those who are struggling with their own journeys. You can learn more and order If I Could Go Back here: