Always Learning Books

stories where homeschooling children see themselves

Books that honour homeschooling as a valid, vibrant way of life — and give children the quiet gift of recognition: seeing themselves on the page.

Homeschooling children are rarely reflected in fiction, and yet their lives are rich with curiosity, freedom, friendship, and real-world learning. This Adventure Club children’s book series was written specifically for them.

Each story follows a group of homeschooling kids as they live and learn outside of school — exploring, questioning, and growing through everyday experiences and shared adventures.

Alongside each story is an optional, age-appropriate literature unit study, thoughtfully aligned with curriculum outcomes. These unit studies are designed to support families who want to extend the learning — adapt them to suit your child, your rhythm, and your approach to learning. Read the stories for enjoyment. Use the unit studies for inspiration. Or do both.

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Tahlia Takes to the Sky
Tahlia, 9, wants to be a pilot. She spends her homeschool days reading about Amelia Earhart, sketching flying machines, and watching planes take off from the local airstrip. When she enters an Australia-wide STEM challenge for girls in aviation, she ropes in her homeschool friends for help with the design. Win or lose, the experience changes her, and opens the skies to more than just her dreams.
$4.85, © 2025, A5 e-book, includes literature study unit

Levi and the Town of Treasures
Levi, 10, is obsessed with architecture and design. For his homeschool project, he decides to create a model of their entire small town using recycled materials. As he interviews townsfolk and learns about local landmarks and hidden histories, he begins to see his sleepy town in a whole new light. The project soon draws the attention of the local council, and inspires a movement to preserve the town's heritage.
$4.85, © 2025, A5 e-book, includes literature study unit

Adventure Club and the Lost Map
After a busy homeschool co-op morning activity, the Adventure Club kids head into the conservation park behind Zara's house for an impromptu exploration of Wombat Hollow. Led by curiosity and Zoe's adventurous spirit, they stray from the marked path and discover a hidden cave sparkling with mystery.
$4.85, © 2025, A5 e-book, includes literature study unit

Adam and the Truce Treehouse
When Adam arrives at the homeschool co-op meeting in the forest, he struggles to fit in. After destroying the cubby the kids had been building, he fears he'll never be accepted. But through patience, friendship, and teamwork—especially with Max's kindness—Adam finds his place. A heart-warming chapter book about friendship, resilience, and the joy of creating something real together in nature.
$4.85, © 2025, A5 e-book, 48p, includes literature study unit

Ruby and the Reef Explorers
A group of curious homeschoolers led by eight-year-old Ruby set off to explore the fascinating rock pools and reef at Lady Bay during low tide. With buckets, nets, and a sense of adventure, they discover shells, crabs, sea stars, and shrimp, all while learning to observe and protect the creatures they find.
$4.85, © 2025, A5 e-book,12p, includes literature study unit

The Chimaera Conspiracy

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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"I borrowed and read this twice before buying my own copy." Bookel

"The action is swift, tautly written, and pulls no punches. Despite the breakneck pace of this novel, there is plenty to think about. Genetic engineering, cloning, cross-species communication, ethics, nature versus nurture, and the true meaning of family all form part of the story; death, redemption and identity are also part of the blend. The background information is blended seamlessly into the narrative; there are no awkward chunks of exposition, nor is the reader kept unnecessarily in the dark. This adventurous thriller is Beverley Paine's first published book, and a very accomplished debut it is!" Sally Odgers

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