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Where Do I Begin With Grammar Stage Latin?

When I started my Latin studies, my son was almost thirteen and would soon be entering Challenge A. At that point, I was also aware that I would be tutoring Challenge A, and would need to learn Latin with the students from the Henle text. Eager to accelerate my classical homeschooling, I thought it would…

Choosing Highlighters

I’ve added affiliate links below, which means by purchasing through these links, the price doesn’t change, but I would receive a little compensation for pointing you in their direction. All of my opinions stay the same with or without your purchase. I’ve been talking about how highlighting has changed the way I think, and how…

Highlighting Method for Non-Fiction

Last week I introduced you to the highlighting method that changed how I think when I read a book. The great news is that it works for non-fiction as well. While the colors are generally the same for both, I approach non-fiction a little differently. Caution – you have to own the book before you…

Strengthening the Faith of my Children with The Jesus Storybook Bible

Jesus said, “Let the children alone, and do not hinder them from coming to Me; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14 All of my children have accepted Jesus as their Savior at a young age. Their tender hearts have responded to the sweetness of Jesus’ sacrifice and they’ve…

What is a Commonplace Book?

Recently I realized how often I quote movies. I grew up in the age of an amazing invention: the VCR. This meant I could spend hours watching and re-watching any great movie I came upon. Don’t get me wrong. I was an avid reader as well….of Nancy Drew and Sweet Valley High. But those…