Home School Resources
What is Mimesis and How Does it Relate to the Trivium?
Today is part two of a three part series my husband is sharing with us connecting the Trivium, Mimesis, and Hermeneutics. Today he’ll be defining mimesis and connecting it to the trivium that he explained yesterday. If you missed day one, click here to start reading from the beginning. MIMESIS Mimesis is a teaching process…
Read MoreThe Trivium, Mimesis, and Hermeneutics…Oh my!
This year my husband, Jason Strauss, has been a part of the CiRCE Apprenticeship where he has been practicing teaching and writing with a group of like minded thinkers. After returning from his winter retreat, his mind was whirling with thoughts on the connections between the Trivium, Mimesis, and Hermeneutics. If you’ve never heard those words…
Read MoreBook Recommendations From Great Homeschool Convention
One of my favorite things to gather are book recommendations. Last week, at the Great Homeschool Convention, I sat and listened to many great thinkers who always inspire me to read more. Here’s the list I came up with from the speakers I heard from. I can’t wait to dig into some of these great…
Read MoreIntegrated Music Curriculum for Elementary Students
I have to be honest. Music curriculum doesn’t rank high on my time or budget priorities. Not that it shouldn’t, but if I’m picking between music and math, I’m going to choose math. However, when great books are involved, that’s a different story. I’ve had my eye on Opal Wheeler’s composer biographies for a while, and…
Read MoreAre You on Track for Sending Your Homeschooler to College?
I have a freshman this year. This is the first year I’ve really started thinking about preparing a homeschool transcript. While the concept is frightening, it’s also a blessing to know that I have a couple more years before he is launched into the world as an adult. We’ve talked about potential career interests, but…
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