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The Call of the Wild and Free - by Ainsley Arment

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  • Allow your children to experience the adventure, freedom, and wonder of childhood with this practical guide that provides all the information, inspiration, and advice you need for creating a modern, quality homeschool education.Inspired by the spirit of Henry David Thoreau--"All good things are wild and free"--mother of five Ainsley Arment founded Wild + Free.
  • Author(s): Ainsley Arment
  • 336 Pages
  • Education, Home Schooling
  • Series Name: Wild and Free

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Inspired by the spirit of Henry David Thoreau--"All good things are wild and free"--mother of five Arment founded Wild + Free. This growing online community of mothers and families want their children to receive a quality education at home by challenging their intellectual abilities and nurturing their sense of curiosity, joy and awe--the essence of a positive childhood.tive childhood.



Book Synopsis



Allow your children to experience the adventure, freedom, and wonder of childhood with this practical guide that provides all the information, inspiration, and advice you need for creating a modern, quality homeschool education.

Inspired by the spirit of Henry David Thoreau--"All good things are wild and free"--mother of five Ainsley Arment founded Wild + Free. This growing online community of mothers and families want their children to receive a quality education at home by challenging their intellectual abilities and nurturing their sense of curiosity, joy and awe--the essence of a positive childhood.

The homeschool approach of past generations is gone--including the stigma of socially awkward kids, conservative clothes, and a classroom setting replicated in the home. The Wild + Free movement is focused on a love of nature, reading great books, pursuing interests and hobbies, making the entire world a classroom, and prolonging the wonder of childhood, an appealing philosophy that is unpacked in the pages of this book

The Call of the Wild and Free offers advice, information, and positive encouragement for parents considering homeschooling, those currently in the trenches looking for inspiration, as well as parents, educators, and caregivers who want supplementary resources to enhance their kids' traditional educations.



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"Ainsley Arment has emerged as one of the most prominent voices in a grass-roots community that, long before social distancing, decided to reject mainstream schooling and rather educate within the family.... The Call of the Wild and Free, part memoir and part manifesto, encourages mothers who are considering home-schooling and those who are ready to give up... suggesting that parents are the most intuitive educators of their kids." -- The New York Times

"If you're curious about homeschooling or wondering if it's something you might be able to do, this is a low-pressure, easy read that's also super inspiring." -- Book Riot


Dimensions (Overall): 9.2 Inches (H) x 6.4 Inches (W) x 1.1 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.5 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 336
Genre: Education
Sub-Genre: Home Schooling
Series Title: Wild and Free
Publisher: HarperOne
Format: Hardcover
Author: Ainsley Arment
Language: English
Street Date: September 3, 2019
TCIN: 76467344
UPC: 9780062916518
Item Number (DPCI): 248-03-5010
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.1 inches length x 6.4 inches width x 9.2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.5 pounds
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4.9 out of 5 stars with 7 reviews
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3 recommendations

Encouraging read

4 out of 5 stars
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Mrs M - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
Great philosophy with lots of encouragement, wish there was more practical information though
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Life changing

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H - 3 years ago
One of the most inspiring, liberating, empowering, and practical things that has equipped me and stoked a fire in time to homeschool my kids. Highly recommend for every mother/father/caregiver/teacher - regardless of how your children are being schooled.
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Jbingers - 5 years ago
This is a must read for all mamas even beginning to think about homeschooling. I’d even go as far to say that it is a great read for all mamas whether or not they are looking to homeschool. Ainsley has a way of captivating you, drawing you in as to rediscover the magic and awe of childhood. Tears were shed as she had be longing for slower days and more quality time in relationship with my daughter. This book was a fast read and I can certainly see myself picking it back up and reading time and time again. It would be a wonderful addition and tool for any mama!
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