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The Book Nook: A Rooted Minds Learning Community Treasure Trove
Welcome to The Book Nook Step into a world where stories come alive and readers connect! We’re thrilled to announce the expansion of our Rooted Minds Learning Community with The Book Nook – a vibrant space where literature lovers can gather, discuss, and dive deep into transformative books. What Makes The Book Nook Special? The…
Read MoreHeart Before Horizon: The Emotional Journey of Carry On, Mr. Bowditch
There’s something profound about returning to the books that shaped your childhood education. As a homeschool graduate, I recently picked up Jean Lee Latham’s Carry On, Mr. Bowditch, and found myself moved to tears in ways my younger self could never have understood. The Weight of Loss Reading about Nat’s losses – his mother, siblings,…
Read MoreBearing Witness: The Power of Uncomfortable Stories
In our latest episode of the Rooted Minds Podcast, we explore one of the most powerful testaments to human resilience ever written—Night by Elie Wiesel. This haunting narrative serves as more than just a historical account; it’s a profound lesson in the importance of bearing witness to both darkness and light in human experience. The…
Read MoreLearning Virtue Through Story In the World Called Narnia
A new episode on The Rooted Minds Podcast just released! My name is Audrey, and I will be the host of today’s podcast as we dive into how learning virtue through story can transform young hearts and minds. Stories have an incredible power to shape our understanding of virtue and character. Through the enchanted world…
Read MoreThe Imagination Workout
Hey! I’m Andy, and I am the host of our newest episode on the Rooted Minds Podcast, where today we will be discussing How Books Exercise Our Creative Muscles: The Imagination Workout. In today’s age, we have to confront the reality of screen time’s potential to take over our children’s imaginations or totally overwhelm the…
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