Beverley's first novel, YA Science Fiction, published by Greater Glider, 2002

Aquadome, an underwater colony is shrouded in mystery, hiding controversial genetic research and treacherous secrets. Psychic links draw teenagers Katya and Coen into an international conspiracy which threatens their very existence. 

ISBN 978-1-876651-57-2, 2011, paperback, $9.95 (includes postage within Australia)

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Finding the 'right' curriculum can be daunting, more so because we have a plethora of choices. Beverley gives a brief summary of the most popular approaches and guides you to asking the kind of questions that will help you determine if it is the one for you and your family. From DIY writing-your-own-personalised curriculum for your child to buying a 'packaged curriculum' or enrolling your child in an online school or course, the emphasis is on working out what will work for your child and suit your family's situation.

ISBN 978-1-876651-57-2, 2011, e-book. $2.99

"I'm known for saying that the benefits of home educating your children just keep on growing. And while that's true, it isn't all love and roses, there's a fair bit of sacrifice, hard work and way too many doubt-plagued days. Let me talk you through the ups and downs and hopefully help to build your confidence as we piece together a realistic vision of what home education is and can be for your family."

The first part of this e-book comprises a collection of article from Beverley's archives, and concludes with the notes from her popular Eyes Wide Open presentation at the 2020 Australian Homeschooling Summit.

ISBN 978-1-876651-66-4, 2021, ebook $2.99

Three decades of home educating experience is pulled together in this comprehensive list of consumables, materials and resources; everything you can think of to inspire learning and creativity in the home educating environment. Arranged under the curriculum subjects of English and Language Development; Mathematics; Health and Physical Development; Humanities and Social Sciences; Science; The Arts; Technology and Information Technology. Also includes invaluable information and tips on how to set up your home to encourage and maximise learning opportunities.

ISBN 978-1-876651-48-0, 2008, e-book $2.99

Home educating families are often asked the same questions, again and again. This book is here to help you meet those moments with confidence and ease.

Drawing on forty years of lived home education experience — with both her children and now her grandchildren — Beverley shares thoughtful, real-world responses to the most common objections homeschooling families encounter. These are not arguments to win debates, but grounded answers shaped by years of conversation, advocacy, and lived practice.

If you’ve ever felt caught off guard, unsure how to respond, or simply tired of explaining your choices, this book offers reassurance, clarity, and words you can return to when you need them.

ISBN 978-1-876651-43-5, 2008, e-book $2.99

Learning Without School explores what learning looks like when it is freed from timetables, classrooms, and compulsory instruction. Alongside Beverley’s reflections, the book includes a rich collection of “how we homeschool” stories from more than 30 home educating families across Australia. 

These honest, fly-on-the-wall glimpses into ordinary days and weeks show what home education really looks like in practice — diverse, flexible, and deeply human. Together, they offer reassurance, inspiration, and a sense of possibility.

This is not a how-to manual or a prescription for doing homeschooling “the right way.” Instead, it gently demonstrates that there is no single right way. A wide range of approaches, rhythms, and styles are represented, affirming that families can — and do — find ways of learning that suit their unique needs.

ISBN 978-1-876651-60-2 , 2012, e-book 110 pages $3.99

Thinking about homeschooling but not sure where to begin? This practical, reassuring e-book answers the questions families ask most when they’re starting out.

Beverley Paine offers clear, thoughtful responses to common concerns — from confidence and learning to socialisation and navigating outside opinions. There are no rigid rules or one-size-fits-all solutions here, just grounded guidance to help you make informed choices that suit your family. A supportive starting point for families exploring home education.

Over 60 fundamental questions asked by families new to homeschooling are answered.

ISBN 978-1-876651-49-7, 2008, e-book $2.99

Containing many of Beverley Paine’s articles written during the first decade of home educating her children, this book covers a wide range of topics — from late readers and the value of play to socialisation, learning maths, and testing. Written with intimacy, honesty, and warmth, it offers a frank look at the day-to-day realities of homeschooling over several years.

The title comes from Beverley’s youngest child, who one day asked, “Mum, I’m learning in the absence of education, aren’t I?”, a perfect reflection of learning without school and traditional teaching methods. The book also chronicles the family’s journey from structured homeschooling to unschooling and natural learning, showing how curiosity, trust, and flexibility can guide a child’s education.

A reassuring and inspiring guide for parents who want to nurture confident, curious, and self-directed learners.

ISBN 978-1-876651-01-6, 1999, e-book $2.99

A comprehensive step-by-step guide which considers factors such as why start a group, how to manage and promote them, resolve conflicts, as well as list suggestions for different types of groups and activities. 

Tap into Beverley Paine's three decades of active involvement in the Australian home education community. Since 1988 she has edited and produced newsletters, magazines, promotional leaflets, books and booklets, as well as organising Local Groups and Networks, homeschooling and unschooling Camps and Expos. In addition to presenting Workshops and Seminars Beverley has been a Keynote Speaker at Australian Conferences. She currently volunteers as an administrator for Australia's largest online home educating community, The Educating Parents Homeschooling and Unschooling.

ISBN 978-1-876651-56-5, 2010, e-book 110 pages $2.99

Learn how to create your own ‘unit studies'! Personalise your children's curriculum by exploiting their natural curiosity to produce real education experiences that are also fun while covering learning across most of the curriculum subjects. Learn how to capitalise on your children's learning styles by incorporating how they individually learn best into the activities. There are several examples of unit studies to illustrate the principles and information in the booklet. Unit studies are essentially child-centred, parent-guided learning explorations!

ISBN 978-1-876651-45-9, 2008, e-book $2.99

Beverley Paine takes a fresh new approach to the issue of motivation in the home learning environment, or what most of us would call, "what to do when my child doesn't want to learn anything"! In her typical self-critical and analytical way she digs deep into the subject of motivation, unearthing some practical and useful tips and ideas to help make life easier for both parent and child.

Peppered with personal anecdotes and examples, Beverley's honest and authentic writing style will help you to discover a path toward developing trust in intrinsic motivation and less reliance on extrinsic motivation. Expect bunches of carrots, rather than bundles of sticks!

ISBN 978-1-876651-44-2, 2008, e-book

A refreshing practical approach to unschooling based on the needs of the child and family which demystifies and simplifies the philosophy and practice of this style of home education. Using a question and answer approach Beverley Paine uses real examples (with names changed) to help parents better understand how natural learning can enhance their home educating experience.

ISBN 978-1-876651-58-9, 2011, 89 pages, e-book $2.99

Learn to take your children's everyday activities and wrap them up in the jargon of school – not only to help you report your children's learning to educational authorities if you need to, but also to help build your confidence that no matter what your children are doing, it is probably covered somewhere in the school curriculum – and it's definitely learning! 

Beginning with an exploration of what jargon is and why it used, and the benefits of becoming confident (if not comfortable!) users of it, Beverley gives some examples of how we can use it when recording what and how our children are learning. There are also practical examples showing how to decode jargon, and a list of educational jargon with which you can have a play!

ISBN 978-1-876651-54-1, 2008, e-book $2.99

One of Beverley's earlier booklets, she describes her understanding of natural learning and how you can build a home educating life on your children's natural learning abilities. Allow your children to pursue their passions and interests and build learning programs around every day life.

ISBN 978-1-876651-54-1, 2008, e-book $2.99

It's through playing games children learn to share and take turns, work and play together in constructive and sociable ways. To the children, of course, it's all about having fun! This collection of traditional games, largely taken from Beverley's memory as well as those of her friends, harks back to those halcyon days of childhood where long lazy summer evenings were spent playing chasey, hide'n'seek, or all-over-red-rover...

ISBN 978-1-876651-46-6, 2008, e-book $2.99

More than a foray into the different learning styles, in her usual reassuring and personal way Beverley discusses the ways in which environment affects our children's ability to learn effectively.

ISBN 978-1-876651-65-7, 2019, e-book $2.99

Faced with an uncertain financial future, Michele Hasting, a Christian unschooling mother of seven years experience, begins to doubt her ability to continue teaching her children at home. Her insecurities lead her to begin to question her faith and her ability to provide an adequate education for her two boys.

The Homeschooling Trail is an intimate and detailed account of how the children in one family learn at home using an eclectic mix of methods and resources, finely tuned into the passing seasons of school work, community participation, and family life. 

ISBN 1 87665131 8, 2004, e-book $2.99

Drawing on her obvious enthusiasm for geography Beverley shows how to integrate this subject into your everyday life in simple, easy and achievable ways. With chapters on why teach geography, it's benefits, how to monitor your children's learning, as well as checklists to guide you as you plan your explorations, Beverley includes 100 ideas and activities you can implement to enhance learning geography from home.

ISBN 978-1-876651-52-7, 2010, e-book $2.99

Children immersed in a world where reading is valued and an everyday part of life naturally develop a desire to read. With help and encouragement they will soon become readers, even those for whom learning to decode the little squiggles on the page is difficult. In this booklet, Beverley includes dozens of practical and simple, tried and proven ways to encourage your child to learn to love reading.

ISBN 978-1-876651-47-3, 2008, e-book $2.99

Drawing on her notes from her 2008 presentation at a conference held in Brisbane Beverley shares insights she's learned along the way as a home educating parent and talks about what she and Robin felt they did right, their regrets, and what they would do differently if they had their time over again. Beverley's honesty and frankness shines through her writing, imbuing them with authenticity. Two decades of home educating experience are packed into this gem of a booklet.

ISBN 978-1-876651-55-8, 2008, e-book $2.99

Notes from the keynote speakers at the 2008 Adelaide Exploring Approaches to Home Education Seminar, all with many years of experience. Topics covered included: Unschooling, Classical Education, Steiner Inspired, Distance Education, Natural Learning and Unschooling, Using a Unit Study Approach, Charlotte Mason Home Education, Home Educating Children with Special Needs, and Discipleship Relational Based Home Education.

ISBN 978-1-876651-51-0, 2008, e-book $2.99