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May. 31, 2012
How to Teach Children to do Original Research
Do your students trust the Internet? A little too much perhaps? The famous Watergate journalist Bob Woodward recently criticized a class of elite journalism students at Yale. Their failure? He says they show "a heart-stopping over-confidence in the quality of … Continue reading
Tagged critical thinking, history, reading
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May. 30, 2012
Fibonacci and Faith
I watched a video that suggested the Fibonacci sequence is "proof of a Creator." A video I find even more compelling is Nature by Numbers. The connections and patterns are amazing! But what I don't find compelling is the idea … Continue reading
Tagged books, learning, science, theology
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May. 29, 2012
Why Parents Have It Better Than Professionals
She reminds me of my wife right out of college, only with glasses and darker hair. She's friendly and seems happy enough to chat. "But I may fall asleep," she warns me. "I'm exhausted." I am too. We're on a … Continue reading
May. 23, 2012
Why Are Theater People So Odd?
My wife grew up doing amateur theater. I've been involved in a few productions myself. I don't have anything against the art form. I find live performances--very distinct from my beloved films--offer a uniquely engaging experience. But I've also noticed … Continue reading
Tagged Homeschooling
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May. 22, 2012
Family Road Trips
Some of our best memories as a family involve cross-country road trips. It surprises me a little when I see people wince or shudder at the idea of traveling with their children. I've always looked forward to it. I enjoy … Continue reading
Tagged activities, family, summer, travel
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May. 21, 2012
Better Business Practices: The Warehouse
Growing up on Sonlight books, I experienced the things that initially inspired labor unions. The horrible working conditions created in the name of profitability make sense when I consider the human condition. This part of history helps mold my political … Continue reading
Tagged curriculum, shipping
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May. 18, 2012
How to Combine Students with Sonlight
One of the huge benefits of Sonlight is that you can combine students so they use the same Core. This saves you time and money. But how do you choose which program to use with multiple children? Isn't it complicated … Continue reading
Tagged combine, Core, curriculum, sonlight.com
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