"When we decided to homeschool with Sonlight, I was nervous as it was so different from what I knew as 'school,'" writes Karen B of Nixa, MO. "What if I ruined my kids? Didn't school have to include textbooks and workbooks? The more I read about it, however, the more I liked the idea of learning through wonderful, quality books. Just the thought of sitting and reading with my kids made homeschooling seem like something I could actually do. It's 13 years later, and we've never looked back. Three kids have graduated using Sonlight. We've shared fascinating books together, had amazing discussions along the way, and when we took time off at Christmas, the kids were indignant that we also took time off from reading. After all, "that isn't school!" I'm a little jealous I didn't get to learn this way in school, but I'm thankful I've been able to provide this for my children."
Here, Adam (16) studies 20th Century World History.
A Sonlight mom for 10 years, Holly P of Roanoke, VA writes: "There is a richness to the way a book from Sonlight presents history that has given my children a beautiful portrait of history and helps them remember what they have learned. I used to wish that my education had been this interesting and engaging when I was in school, but now I am just thankful that we are all blessed to listen and learn and explore together. I will never forget all of the years we've spent together!" Here, Holly's oldest, Andalyn (17), enjoys a book from Literature 330.
My daughter has an understanding of history and geography that goes beyond that of most adults. She loves to read and has a vocabulary much larger than one would expect for her age. A large part of this is because of the great Sonlight books. We love using Sonlight because I am confident that all the planning is done for me. I don't have to scramble to make sure I am covering each time period adequately. Krystal (12) has used Sonlight since first grade. Here, she enjoys a Science G experiment where she identifies powders by testing their reaction to different substances.
WHAT ARE YOUR SONLIGHT STORIES?
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A simple yet moving story of love and faithfulness and duty . . . concerning a hunch backed man, a young girl, and a snow goose . . . all climaxing at the Battle of Dunkirk. A perennial favorite since first published in 1940.
How did Hitler get normal German citizens to do his evil will? The author interweaves the personal narratives of Helen Waterford, a German Jewish woman who got married only days after Hitler came to power in 1933, and Alfons Heck, 1 years old when he proudly joined the Hitler Youth in 1938.
An engaging modern-day Robinson Crusoe adventure: survival after a nuclear attack that destroys all civilization outside the confines of a small Florida town.
Alfred Brooks, an inner-city high school dropout, learns, through the disciplines of boxing, what it takes to win the battles of life. Fascinating, moving, and--trade places--all too real!
The magnificent, deeply moving story of a dignified Zulu pastor and his son in mid-20th Century South Africa: a land driven by racial injustice. A classic work of love, hope, courage and endurance. Sad and intense.
A decade and a half after great treachery, the paths of the betrayed and the betrayer again cross. Includes a measure of mistaken identity, romance, and reconciliation. This version of the Tempest by William Shakespeare has modern English side-by-side with the original text.
Holling is a 7th-grade boy forced to spend Wednesday afternoons dissecting Shakespeare with his teacher who, he is certain, "hates his guts." You'll grow with him through the uproars of adolescence and 1960s culture, as Holling realizes that he can choose the life he wants. Glorious.
When a history teacher tests the power of peer pressure, his experiment gains frightening momentum beyond his control. Two students, Laurie and David, realize they must stop a dangerous movement before it's too late. Let this sobering drama, based on actual events, spark thoughtful discussion with your family.
This is "comfort food" in print! Hope and her aunt move from New York to Wisconsin to run a diner. The kind owner runs for mayor against the corrupt incumbent. Hope's positive determination will leave her mark on your heart.
Young Winston Carmichael and his handicapped younger sister have been virtual prisoners in their mansion since birth. Years before, their elder half sister, Caroline was kidnapped. Believed dead, she reappears right before the deadline to collect her inheritance ... or does she? Outstanding.
Because of his accessibility and pleasing depictions of rural life, Frost is, perhaps, one of the most appealing of the 20th Century poets. Enjoy all of the master poet's best-loved works, and dozens more. This thorough Robert Frost anthology (over 1 poems) should be a home library essential.
Set in turn-of-the-century Congo, West Africa, Heart of Darkness is considered one of this century's literary masterpieces. This book by author Joseph Conrad is a study in human corruption and despair.
This book combines full-color reprints of famous American works of art (Harper, Pollock, Man Ray, Lichtenstein, O'Keeffe, and many more) accompanied by poems.
Kon-Tiki is the classic true tale of men against the sea and against scientific orthodoxy. This book discusses the Kon-Tiki expedition, upon which six young men proved that a prehistoric voyage from South America to Polynesia was possible  contrary to the predictions of scientists and scholars.
Classic Kafka book: the story of a young man who, transformed into a giant insect, becomes an object of disgrace to his family and an outsider in his own home. Asks what it means to be truly and fully human. The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka is thought-provoking
Jerome Foxworthy tells the story of his friend, a white boy named Bix. Basketball--played straight or with fakes--becomes an allegory for life. Engrossing. Brilliantly written.
Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech is a deep, exquisitely-textured story, full of symbolism, about a 13-year-old girl, her parents and grandparents, and about relationships, living and dying. A story that will call forth tears.
"When we decided to homeschool with Sonlight, I was nervous as it was so different from what I knew as 'school,'" writes Karen B of Nixa, MO. "What if I ruined my kids? Didn't school have to include textbooks and workbooks? The more I read about it, however, the more I liked the idea of learning through wonderful, quality books. Just the thought of sitting and reading with my kids made homeschooling seem like something I could actually do. It's 13 years later, and we've never looked back. Three kids have graduated using Sonlight. We've shared fascinating books together, had amazing discussions along the way, and when we took time off at Christmas, the kids were indignant that we also took time off from reading. After all, "that isn't school!" I'm a little jealous I didn't get to learn this way in school, but I'm thankful I've been able to provide this for my children."
Here, Adam (16) studies 20th Century World History.
A Sonlight mom for 10 years, Holly P of Roanoke, VA writes: "There is a richness to the way a book from Sonlight presents history that has given my children a beautiful portrait of history and helps them remember what they have learned. I used to wish that my education had been this interesting and engaging when I was in school, but now I am just thankful that we are all blessed to listen and learn and explore together. I will never forget all of the years we've spent together!" Here, Holly's oldest, Andalyn (17), enjoys a book from Literature 330.
My daughter has an understanding of history and geography that goes beyond that of most adults. She loves to read and has a vocabulary much larger than one would expect for her age. A large part of this is because of the great Sonlight books. We love using Sonlight because I am confident that all the planning is done for me. I don't have to scramble to make sure I am covering each time period adequately. Krystal (12) has used Sonlight since first grade. Here, she enjoys a Science G experiment where she identifies powders by testing their reaction to different substances.
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