News & Reports p. 3

When Kids Resist Writing p. 4-7

Thoughts from a prolific grown homeschooler who hated writing as a child, and from parents of reluctant writers

Challenges & Concerns p. 8-11

Test-Taking Experience, Is Algebra Necessary?

FOCUS: Overcoming Fear and Shyness p. 12-16

Some kids find it hard to join new activities or enter into new experiences. What makes it easier? What can parents do to help?

Homeschoolers in College - Yes, These Students are Different! p. 17-21

Homeschoolers routinely get admitted to college, but what kinds of students do they become? Here, two homeschoolers write about the challenge of maintaining enthusiasm and self-direction in a college setting, and an admissions officer shares observations about the homeschoolers at her school.

Additions to Directory p. 22