| Finding used homeschooling books may take time, | | | | When buying used homeschooling books, make a |
| but it can also save you money. By purchasing | | | | list of materials you need. Stick to this list in order |
| used homeschool books, some families are able to | | | | to avoid buying materials just because they're a |
| cut their homeschooling costs in half. | | | | good deal. Be specific about titles, editions and |
| Half Price Books is a great source of used | | | | grade levels so you can make sure you buy the |
| material. Search the children's section for popular | | | | correct materials. |
| readers and read aloud from your literature-based | | | | Always be respectful of the seller by making a |
| curriculum. This section is also a great source of | | | | fair offer. Popular books that are in good condition |
| nonfiction history and science materials. | | | | are generally sold for 50-80% of retail price. |
| Used homeschool books, textbooks, lesson plans | | | | When purchasing in an online auction, be careful |
| and teacher's guides can often be found on Half | | | | not to get caught in a bidding war and pay too |
| Price Books' education aisle. You can also find used | | | | much for the materials. Buy from reputable |
| curriculum at other used book stores, garage | | | | sellers, and make sure you understand the |
| sales, thrift stores, and libraries. Some local | | | | payment payment and shipping arrangements |
| homeschool support groups host used book | | | | before sealing the deal. |
| swaps for their members. | | | | Tips for Selling Used Homeschool Books |
| Finding Used Curriculum Online | | | | Once you are familiar with the used curriculum |
| If you prefer to shop online, you may consider | | | | market, you may want to sell some of your old |
| joining Paperback Swap or Book Mooch. Both | | | | materials. If you are selling online, make sure you |
| companies allow you to list old materials on their | | | | have a list of the items you have available and |
| websites and exchange them for books you | | | | the locations where they've been listed. Describe |
| desire. | | | | your items accurately and objectively, providing |
| Many curriculum suppliers such as Sonlight, The | | | | photos, if permitted. |
| Well Trained Mind and Winter Promise, host | | | | Set a fair price for your materials, and expect |
| homeschool forums where you can buy and sell | | | | lower payments for older editions or items with |
| used materials. You can also purchase used | | | | low demand. Be clear about the shipping and |
| homeschooling curriculum online at: | | | | payment arrangements between yourself and the |
| - Homeschool Classifieds, | | | | buyer, and make sure you know what fees you |
| - Veg Source, | | | | are required to pay the website on which your |
| - The Swap, | | | | materials are listed. |
| - This Little Piggy Stays Home, and | | | | For families who are savvy and resourceful, |
| - Ebay | | | | buying and selling used materials is a great way to |
| Tips for Buying Used Homeschool Curriculum | | | | make homeschooling affordable. |