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‘Twas the Day Before Christmas in Bethlehem Town

‘Twas the Day Before Christmas in Bethlehem Town by Leslie Bond Diggins with illustrations by Erin Nelson is a lovely picture book for young children

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Posted in Writing

Handwriting for Advent and Christmas

Hand on to the next generation the joy and meaning of Advent and Christmas—while also giving them the powerful benefits of penmanship. 

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Posted in Book Reviews English History

Royal and Ancient by Amanda Lauer

Royal and Ancient by Amanda Lauer Review: Lauer has done a masterful job of intertwining romance, intrigue, history, and faith into her new epic story….

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Posted in Resources

Cardinal Newman Society’s 8th annual Essay Scholarship Contest

The contest application and essay are due by February 20th, 2024, and the Cardinal Newman Society will announce the winner by the end of May. 

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Posted in English Resources

Falling in Love with Literature

Books can spark our imaginations, take us on adventures, and teach us life lessons. Today, writer and veteran homeschooler Cheri Blomquist is here to talk about Falling in Love with Literature!

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Posted in Religion

Saint-Themed Scavenger Hunt Activity

Download a Free Saint-Themed Scavenger Hunt Activity perfect for All Saints Day or a fun religion lesson. It features the lives of 6 saints (3…

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Posted in Book Reviews

The Harwood Mysteries Continues

This is the 5th book in the Harwood Mysteries, and I do believe it is my favorite.

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Posted in Practical Tips

Homeschooling During Major Transitions

If your family experiences a sudden shift in your circumstances in the midst of a homeschool year, your life together can suddenly become very challenging.

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Posted in Religion

Learning the Building Blocks of Faith

Two of my favorite resources for teaching the Catholic faith to children are Catechism of the Seven Sacraments and The Holy Mass, both part of the Building Blocks of Faith Series.

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Posted in Book Reviews Religion

Introduce Children to Cloistered Life

Invite your children into the cloister of a Dominican convent with Sister Clare Gets Ready for Prayer! Captivate the hearts of your children with this charming story as they help a contemplative cloistered nun prepare for prayer.

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