Discover the untold story of why homeschooling moved from the margins to the mainstream of American education.
In this groundbreaking study, historian Dixie Dillon Lane traces the rise of homeschooling in the United States, from the modern movement’s beginnings in the 1950s as a fringe activity to its current status as a widely accepted educational choice. Through compelling nationwide data and vivid case studies from Los Angeles County, Lane uncovers a powerful truth: homeschooling taps into long-held American beliefs in local control and parental rights that have shaped our nation’s schools for generations.
Writing in an engaging, accessible style, Lane demonstrates how homeschooling’s rise reflects Americans’ response to the increasing centralization of public education. As public schools have shifted toward consolidation and away from local oversight, parents have rediscovered their voice, choosing homeschooling as an innovative way to renew parental influence in education.
Unlike most authors writing on this topic, Lane writes as both a credentialed historian and an experienced homeschooling parent. As such, she offers an honest, balanced view that acknowledges the homeschooling movement’s challenges as well as its strengths. Skipping School will be of interest to parents, historians, educators, policymakers, and anyone seeking a fuller understanding of American education.
Author: Dixie Dillon Lane
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Published: 06/18/2026
Pages: 216
Weight: 0.7lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9780802885517
Language: English
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