Glossary
Living books
Living books are books written by an author with knowledge of and enthusiasm for the subject, usually in a narrative style, rather than a summarized textbook.
The term comes from the Charlotte Mason tradition but is widely used. A biography, a well-written history narrative or a naturalist's account can all be living books.
For the record you keep
Keep them on the reading list with the subject they served, so history and science reading counts where it belongs.
One record for any method
Lessons, the learning log and work samples all count toward attendance, hours and the year-end packet.