GINA RILEY, PHD, is a clinical professor and program coordinator of the Adolescent Special Education Program at City University of New York—Hunter College. Dr. Riley has extensive experience in online education and distance learning at the university level. For the past 22 years, Dr. Riley’s research has focused on topics related to homeschooling and intrinsic motivation.

Homeschooling can help kids of all ages immerse themselves in learning that builds on their unique strengths, interests, and preferences. It gives them the chance to thrive with one-on-one attention and customized lesson plans that fit their learning style--and their family's needs. This starter guide to homeschooling is the ultimate resource for turning any home into an ideal school environment and helping any child succeed. Learn how to homeschool: Schooling styles, compare the most popular education philosophies and homeschool models, and choose the best combination for every homeschool situation; Stay on track, find checklists, calendars, tables, and step-by-step instructions to help set and track homeschooling goals; Standards and requirements, get a general breakdown of U.S. homeschooling requirements, along with easy and affordable ways to develop custom curriculum; Inclusive action plans, learn to create a homeschooling structure that accommodates each child's culture, language, religion, special needs, and more. Build a complete action plan for effective home learning with [this book].