My new book is coming out Dec. 22!!!

 

I’ve been working on this book for 3 years!

I started writing it for my friend who was struggling with figuring out how to make homeschool enjoyable and how to make it fit her family. I had mentored her for a few years. She had read my previous books. Her husband read them with her!

She discovered that she needed to renew her mind and develop a homeschool mindset instead of thinking like public schools had trained her to think.

After she had found her footing, I decided to write a book based on the things that I helped her with.

So this book is full of practical advice about many of the issues that homeschoolers face in life.

Here are some things that readers have said about the book:

I homeschooled six children for 25 years and have been speaking to homeschoolers on my podcast and in person for over a decade. I have read piles of books on homeschooling and have interviewed dozens of homeschool leaders. So I wasn’t prepared for my reaction to this little book by Penney Douglas: I cried. Even as a retired homeschool mother, I felt encouraged and uplifted. This short book will make you feel as though you are sitting with a wise, compassionate mentor. You will treasure Penney’s sweet words and practical advice as you continue in the blessed calling of homeschool motherhood.  

Melanie Wilson, Ph.D.

HomeschoolSanity.com

 

“Dear Struggling Homeschool Mom, I See You” is like a warm hug wrapped in practical wisdom.

As a homeschool mom, I’ve read many books, but this one is refreshingly real—straight to the point, filled with godly encouragement, and deeply practical for everyday life. Penney Douglas not only equips us with strategies for teaching and home management but also speaks to the heart, reminding us to nourish our marriages and lead our children toward Christ.

What I loved most is how this short guide gently lifts the heavy burden of fear and worry that so many new homeschool parents carry. With grace and honesty, it replaces unrealistic expectations with hope, joy, and simple, actionable steps. It’s a book to keep close by—and perfect for gifting homeschool moms who need to know they are seen, loved, and not alone.

Ana Willis

Blogger, Speaker, Podcaster, and Founder of

They Call Me Blessed, The Homeschool Sisterhood, and Hebrew for Homeschoolers. Co-host of the Charlotte Mason Online Conference and For Such a Time as This Online Summit

Dear Struggling Homeschool Mom, I See You is a breath of fresh air for every weary mama who wonders if she’s enough. Penney Douglas reminds us that we can’t, and shouldn’t, do it all. She gives us permission to rest, to let go of perfection, and to focus on what truly matters.

I especially appreciated the practical checklists throughout the book. They aren’t overwhelming, but instead give simple, actionable steps that help bring peace back into the homeschool day.

Most of all, I was struck by her honesty about prayer. When she shared that the real problem in her home was prayerlessness, I felt that conviction in my own heart. What a powerful reminder to return to the Source of strength.

This is a book that will both comfort and challenge you. It’s like a gentle friend reminding you to breathe, to take it one day at a time, and to remember that God delights in you right where you are.

—Dachelle McVey, Homeschool Mom & Founder of Literary Adventures for Kids

 

The book will be available on Amazon on Dec. 22. Make sure you get a copy for the homeschool mom in your life. Or the future homeschool moms! It makes a great Christmas gift!