Christmas Book Favorites from CHEA

by Elise Hamel In the cozy glow of Christmas lights and the crisp air of anticipation, there’s a special magic found in the pages of a book. This week we wanted to share some of our treasured favorites from the CHEA staff, board, and volunteers. From classic...

Tips for Raising a Reader

by Brigitte Brulz, The Old Schoolhouse There are so many benefits to reading. When children become readers, a whole new world is open to them. They can go on adventures to faraway places without leaving the house. They can read signs, recipes, books, magazines, and...

Hidden Treasures in the Library

by Karen D. Koch Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in the Summer 2011 issue of The Parent Home Educator, the print magazine that was the predecessor to CHEA’s current digital e-newsletter, The CHEA Connection. As part of CHEA’s 40th Anniversary...

Help! I’m Teaching My Child to Read

by Bevery Parrish Help! I’m teaching my kids to read. Which curriculum do I choose? Scouring the internet or visiting a conference hall full of enticing booths, filled with wonderful curriculum or books all promising sweet bliss in teaching your child to read, is...