Monthly Archives: February 2015

Literature-Based Learning - of Dates and Dynasties

I have rather unpleasant memories of my junior high and high school history classes ... spending late nights memorizing dates and names and events for the next day's test. And promptly forgetting it all just as soon as the test … Continue reading

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A choice we make

I know that as moms we can get into ruts where we feel like we "need" to vent and question who our kids are, what it is we are doing, and how in the world we got here. We can … Continue reading

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2015 Sonlight Scholarship Winners

Sonlight students exemplify academic excellence, creativity & servanthood Congratulations to our 2015 Sonlight scholarship winners! Like so many Sonlight students, they have a heart for learning, exhibit exceptional character, are active in their communities, demonstrate leadership skills, are creative, cultivate … Continue reading

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Large Groups of Children

His blonde hair is trimmed clean and close. His glasses give the impression of a passionate math student. He teaches chess as part of a before and after school program for struggling students. "There's no way I can give each … Continue reading

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Theme of the Week: Grace

The theme of grace showed up yesterday in post after post after post (and also here, here, here, here, and here). Must be an important message we need to hear. Tree ...because I couldn't think of a simple symbol of … Continue reading

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Socialization Ill: Pressure to Not Excel

This was inspired by Jessica's post The Freedom to Learn - A Homeschool Benefit. Please check it out. Running Ahead Switching to public high school after being homeschooled put a metaphorical chip on my shoulder. I had something to prove. … Continue reading

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