When we studied Finland, I encountered the concept of sisu through author Katja Pantzar. What is sisu? Here are 10 ways I’m incorporating it in our homeschool.
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With memories of a attending a magical Shakespeare production at the Globe Theater in London, I knew that I wanted to introduce Shakespeare to my kids.
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In 2024, Jewish people begin to celebrate Purim at sunset on March 23. These are the ways in which we, as a Christian family, learned about Purim this year!
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Having gone to public school, I would say that Nature Study was probably the most foreign subject for me. Here are 5 ways to increase your nature knowledge.
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Nature Walks are such a great part of homeschooling. Don’t know what to bring on a hike? Over the years, I’ve found these items useful when curiosity strikes.
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What is Citizenship, exactly? Charlotte Mason considered the citizenship subject as intertwined with history and encompassing a study of government.
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Learn about cultural and religious festivals and holidays around the world this spring, from Ireland to India, Guatemala to Japan. Here’s our lineup of reads for the month of March
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Narration is highlighted in number 14 and 15 of the list of Charlotte Mason principles. But first things first…what IS Charlotte Mason narration? You’ve narrated before! Surprise! When you summarize the events of the day, or a book, or a movie…that is narration! Think of narration as a re-telling or a summary. After hearing the information
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We are currently studying Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia in our history cycle. In addition to interesting picture books, historical fiction chapter books, crafts, food, and art, I found these geography board games! I’ll say it once and I’ll say it again: Geography is the best interdisciplinary subject! Geography Board Games that are Actually Ancient Games
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Games! Even before kids, we were huge fans of strategy games. Aside from books, Board Games are what take up most of our shelf and closet space! Here are 5 reasons to add strategy games to your homeschool: 1. Connection through strategy games It’s really hard to switch between being the homeschooling leader and just
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