News & Reports p. 3-5

College Admissions news
News from the Philippines and Japan

The Power of Pen-Pals p. 6-8

Pen-pals are one way for homeschoolers to discuss and debate ideas with other kids.

Challenges & Concerns p. 9-11

Comparing Oneself to Others
Trying Not to Worry About Reading
Unschooling
Philosophy or Learning Style
More on "Doing Nothing"

GWS Celebrates! Scenes from Our 20th Anniversary Conference p. 12-15

FOCUS: Hard Times at Home: Is Homeschooling Still Possible? p. 16-20

Parents write about homeschooling during divorce, after a death in the family, and after struggling with substance abuse and troubled family backgrounds.

Taking Charge of My Education p. 21-22

How homeschooling ideas helped a student in school

Watching Children Learn p. 23-28

Helping
A Young Child's Learning
Thoughts from a 12-Year-Old
Audubon Society
Interested in Politics
Visiting Europe

Resources & Recommendations p. 29