People ask me: Why should we invest hundreds of dollars in an encyclopedia when we can get free and updated answers online?

Well, maybe you shouldn't but here are some points to consider:

• There are no free meals. Reliable sources will cost you also online.
• Browse vs. Search: The experiense of browsing a book is so much diffrent than web browsing or searching. It leads your children to ask more questions and look for answers.
• Who said: "Reading (books) can open doors to new intersts" ?
  Answer: Bill Gates... and he added: "text is one of the best ways to convey details".
• One page equals to 4-6 computer screens. Have you tried reading 20-30 pages on your computer?

The biggest problem that students have is that technology often ends up being a distraction. In an information society, the smart person will be the one who can shut out all the distractions.

Students who search the Web for information on the White House may come up with phorno sites.

 I advise parents (especially homeschoolers) to expose their children to both Print and Online sources.