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Words Like Honey: How Our Everyday Speech Shapes Our Children’s Souls
As homeschool moms, we carry a deep desire to nurture our children’s minds—but just as importantly, we long to shepherd their hearts. And so much of that heart work happens not...

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Raising Teens of Integrity: A Conversation with the Bryant Family
What happens when you combine homeschooling, faith, and a whole lot of family creativity? For the Bryant family, it resulted in not just years of learning together, but also writing...

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Stories, Roots, and Resilience: A Conversation with Author Leilani Mueller
One of the greatest gifts we can give our children is a love for stories. Stories anchor us, shape us, and remind us of who we are. They give us courage in hard seasons and...

When I initially wrote A Gentle Feast, I did not include history. It isn’t that I believe history is unimportant. It is, in fact, my favorite subject and I believe it is supremely important. The struggle came from wrapping my brain around Miss Mason’s approach to history. Amongst homeschoolers, th...

As parents and educators seek holistic and effective teaching methodologies, the Charlotte Mason approach has gained significant recognition for its focus on nurturing a child’s innate curiosity and fostering a love for learning. Central to this philosophy is the understanding that the role of the...

When homeschooling with Charlotte Mason’s philosophy, there are many book lists for studying and experiencing different topics. These books, referred to as “living books,” contain depth and content that allow students to study subjects through engaging, insightful stories. But sometimes, students ...

In the midst of bustling homeschool days, have you ever found yourself yearning for a deeper connection with your children? A touch of joy that transcends the daily challenges and truly nourishes your soul? Imagine seeing your children not just as pupils navigating lessons but as unique individual...

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Raising a “Spicy One” with Calm, Kind, and Firm Love (with Mary Van Geffen)
Some kids arrive on the scene with opinions, volume, and a presence you can feel from two rooms away. They’re spirited, persistent, justice-seeking, wildly creative—and ye...