Posts by Betsy
What’s on my Bookshelf: Resources for the Classical Conversations Essentials Program
This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my full disclosure policy for more details. I love the Essentials Program. So much of what has given me confidence as a teacher has come from what I’ve learned in Essentials. My husband tutored Essentials while he was working on his Masters of Theology. It just so happened that…
Read MoreWhat’s on my Bookshelf: Resources for Foundations Cycle 1
One of my favorite things to do is go to Half Price Books and scour the clearance section for good resources to complement our studies. Over the years, I’ve curated quite a library in my home, which means we have resources at our fingertips when we get curious about our Classical Conversations memory work. In…
Read MoreTeach Them Diligently Conference – Dallas, TX July 16-18
Last year was my first year to attend a Teach Them Diligently Conference. I had really only attended book fairs previously, so I didn’t know what to expect at a conference like this. I was amazed at the refreshing lineup of speakers offered at the event. With the vendors downstairs, you could potentially attend the…
Read MoreLook What’s New in Terrell, TX: Buc-ee’s
While driving to meet the in-laws to drop off the kids for “Camp Grandma” last week, we wanted to stop in and see the brand new Buc-ee’s gas station just off of I-20, exit 498 in Terrell, TX. If you’ve never been, this is no ordinary destination for a pit stop. If I’m ever traveling…
Read MoreHigh Tea Training
I have an amazing Mother-in-law. This week she has taken my children, loved on them, spoiled them, and invested in them. Although we are very different, we both have a heart to cultivate virtue in my children. Thankfully, she has been equipped with gifts different than mine. I have learned so much from her over…
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