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Resources for Classical Conversation Cycle 3 Foundations
Cycle 3 of Classical Conversations is up next, and I’m excited to revisit the memory work. I really enjoy American history, and there are so many fun resources out there to fill my bookshelves. None of these books are required to complete a successful year studying with Classical Conversations, and many of them you can find at your…
Read MoreDIY Time to Read Clock…Because It’s Always the Right Time to Read
We’ve been enjoying hanging out in our new home library, but one problem we’ve had was losing track of time. While it was wonderful to get lost in a good book, we needed a clock to help us stay connected to the world. I designed this cute clock, and my husband put it together for…
Read MoreWhy Is Pathways Reading and Language Arts So Effective?
I have three kids under the age of 10 in my homeschool. Can I say reading is a beast? I was listening to each of them read to me for 15 minutes a day. Three different books. Getting nowhere. I didn’t have time to follow up on their reading, incorporate activities to enhance it, or…
Read More10 Fairy Tales Your Little Princess Will Love
I have a little princess that devours fairy tales. She loves the imaginative stories, the noble characters, and the happily ever afters. I don’t blame her. Ironically, sometimes the truths about the world can be more clearly seen through imaginative tales. From the youngest of princesses to the oldest, all of the females in my home…
Read MoreWhy I don’t D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything And Read)
Reading is important element in my homeschool. My desire is to raise readers who know how to seek out wisdom and knowledge from books. I’m guest posting on Book Shark today talking about the challenges of letting kids loose without giving them any guidance. While I’m all for independent learning, I also see the risks to leaving…
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