The Hannah Frankman Podcast

My Top Book Recommendations for Homeschoolers Part 2

Jan 31, 2025

Dive into a treasure trove of book recommendations for homeschooling! Explore Ivan Illich's critique of traditional education in 'Deschooling Society' and John Holt's insights on how children learn. Delve into the debate on literacy with Rudolf Flesch's critiques, as well as cultural challenges highlighted in 'The Coddling of the American Mind.' Discover the importance of self-directed learning and curiosity in nurturing kids, alongside poignant reflections on education's role in tragedy from a mother's perspective. Perfect for parents seeking educational reform!

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The podcast underscores the critique of traditional schooling from Ivan Illich's 'Deschooling Society', highlighting its detrimental effects on children's self-worth and learning autonomy.

Hannah advocates for child-led education through exploring 'How Children Learn', emphasizing the importance of curiosity and real-world experiences in fostering effective learning.

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The Critique of Traditional Education

The podcast highlights the book 'Deschooling Society' by Ivan Illich, which critiques the damaging effects of the traditional public education system. It emphasizes how institutional education can instill passivity in students and ties their self-worth to external validation, such as grades and authority figures. This book illustrates how the system prioritizes production and consumption over individual learning needs, underscoring the psychological harm imposed on children. Readers are encouraged to reflect on the broader implications of schooling and the societal structures that support them.

Intro

3min

Exploring Alternative Education: Essential Reads for Homeschooling

11min

Exploring Literacy and Cultural Challenges in Education

5min

Challenging Cultural Norms in Education

5min

Exploring Education and Tragedy

5min

In this episode, Hannah shares 10 more of her favorite books on education for homeschoolers and their parents. If you’d like to hear Part 1, you can find that here.

Chapters:

0:00 - Top Book Recommendations

0:59 - Deschooling Society - Ivan Illich

2:48 - How Children Learn - John Holt

4:36 - Unschooled - Kerry McDonald

6:16 - The Discovery of the Child - Maria Montessori

9:38 - The Last Safe Investment - Michael Ellsberg

13:08 - Why Johnny Can’t Read and What You Can Do About It - Rudolf Flesch

16:44 - The Coddling of the American Mind - Greg Lukianoff & Jonathan Haidt

19:48 - The Self Driven Child - William Strixrud & Ned Johnson

22:00 - Changing Our Minds - Naomi Fisher

23:44 - How the Other Half Learns - Robert Pondiscio