Who Bookish Is For
Bookish is a great fit for families who want:
Online classes that feel personal and interactive
A gentle, relationship-centered learning environment
Meaningful social connection for their children
Small class sizes where students are known by name
Thoughtful discussions instead of passive lectures
Support for curious, creative, and deep-thinking kids
Classes that encourage confidence and communication skills
A welcoming space for shy or introverted learners
Opportunities for students to make real friendships online
Academic enrichment without overwhelming pressure
Screen time that feels meaningful and engaging
Teachers who genuinely love books and children
Flexible enrichment that complements any homeschool style
Classes that inspire lifelong readers and learners
Safe online community spaces for homeschool students
Humanities-focused learning through stories, history, and ideas
A balance of structure, creativity, and fun
Encouragement for reluctant readers without shame or pressure
A community that values kindness, curiosity, and imagination
Especially for families with children who are:
Big readers and passionate book lovers
Creative thinkers and storytellers
Quiet, shy, or hesitant to participate in groups
Looking for homeschool friendships and community
Burned out by rigid or high-pressure academics
Curious kids who ask big questions
Ready to rediscover joy in learning
What People Are Saying
“My son joined The Bookish Society because he was struggling with isolation and reading comprehension. I’ve followed Jenn’s homeschool advice several times since 2020, and she’s become an invaluable figure in my life as well as my son’s.
— Lacy
“Jenn finds the most amazing and diverse books for kids of all ages to read! As a parent, I even love the books (who knew contemporary middle grade and young adult lit was so awesome!). Both of my kids love their time in Jenn’s ‘classes.’ I say ‘classes’ because it’s not super academic in feel but it’s more than just a casual book club. Bookish is a community of book lovers who get to socialize while they are learning. We are really looking forward to this school year reading ALL the books.”
— Jennifer Jones
“Getting Muhammad to write used to be like pulling teeth. Now, I have to pry him off working on the world-building story to come to do other work. A great problem to have, thanks to you.”
— Bonnie
Children who read become more empathetic and understanding of others.
The Bookish Society offers live online literature, art, and creative writing classes for homeschooling families. We are committed to inspiring a passion for reading, providing quality instruction in children’s and young adult literature, and free expression in the creative arts.
We embrace an eclectic approach to homeschool learning. Our Literature Circles are lively, seminar-style discussions driven by students with the expert guidance of a teacher. Our art and creative writing classes respect the students’ creative autonomy and the power of peer collaboration.
Don’t worry about being leery of yet another Zoom class. We’re different.
Each class starts with a check-in as the group gathers. We spend the next thirty minutes on the lesson before transitioning to our show and tell/special interest time to wrap up the class.
We are bookish.
2026/2027 Upcoming Classes
Exploring the World Through Story
Level C: Wonder Tales includes fairy tales from across the globe, including classics from the European tradition and lesser-known gems from around the world
Level D: Wisdom Tales from Hindu, ancient Egyptian, and Jewish traditions
Level E: Wisdom Tales from Buddhist, Christian, and ancient Greek traditions
Level F: Wisdom Tales from Islamic and Norse traditions to Chinese folklore
Level G: Heroic Tales from cultures including Greek, Roman, West African, and Mesoamerican traditions.
Mythology
World Mythology with Script Stories
World Building
Kids in grades 3-6
Teens in Grades 7 +
