I wrote this post about the books I want to read in 2014 - mostly to keep myself accountable, but also to see if any of you wanted to join in. The book first on my list for January was one I had been meaning to read for sometime, but never got around to it - Heartfelt Discipline by Clay Clarkson. I have had the priviledge of meeting Sally Clarkson and hearing her speak about raising her four children. I loved enough of her message to know I wanted to devote some time to this book. It … [Read more...]
The Absence of “Conversations”
It was years ago, before I ever looked into homeschooling. Back before "Classical Education" was ever a part of my vocabulary. Before Dorothy Sayers and Charlotte Mason and even discussions about Christian worldview, or worldview in general. It was in the wide open air - at an outdoor theater in my early 20's that I first realized something was missing. A man I was dating (and later would marry) took me to see "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at an outdoor theater in Spring Green, Wisconsin. It was … [Read more...]
A “Challenge” for Me…
I love to read. Really, a great day to me would involve a light rain tapping on large windows, me cuddle up with a blanket on a couch, and fire crackling beside me in the fireplace (which I don't have by the way). Next to me is a warm cup of coffee a few good books and my Bible. Other than the rain there would be no sound, no interruption, and I could just get lost in the book, underlining, dog-earing the pages, and writing in the margins. The reality is that I think OSHA would deem the … [Read more...]
Great Artists: A Solagratia Mom Resource Review & GIVEAWAY
One of the many things I love about Classical Conversations is the Fine Arts portion of the program. I love learning more about Great Artists and Composers. Recently, I finished reading "How Should We Then Live" by Francis Schaefer. It is on the Challenge level reading list and I am slowly trying to make my way through thier books ahead of my oldest who is 9 (that gives me some time, but there are a lot of books!). This book was phenomenal. Really. … [Read more...]
Now Available! Orchestra Book for Cycle 2!
The Orchestra Lapbook and Teaching Guide is now available! Designed for six 30-minute lessons, this resource is designed to walk the teacher or parent right through the class time with a ready-made teaching script! Complete lesson plans introduce the topics and creatively incorporate a lapbook component to record what the student has learned. It is a cohesive, simple, and seamless way to discover and enjoy your orchestra study! In … [Read more...]
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