Posted in 1st grade Book Reviews Kindergarten Preschool

Celebrate the Gift of Creation

The Gift of Creation The story of creation is often one of the first bible stories children are taught. God’s Wonder-Filled World: The Story of…

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Posted in Book Reviews Science

The Seagull on the Chapel: A Story of Value and Worth

The Seagull on the Chapel is a charming new picture book by Eric Clayton and Shannon Evans (published by Paraclete Press) that helps children learn…

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Posted in Curriculum Styles of Homeschooling The Homeschooling Life

Choosing a Homeschool Philosophy

Homeschooling Connections Podcast #272 With so many homeschool philosophies to choose from—Charlotte Mason, classical, unschooling, eclectic—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. How do you choose the…

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Posted in 1st grade Book Reviews Kindergarten Preschool Religion

Teach Children About Vocations

Children are never too young to learn that God has a plan for their lives and that an important part of life is discerning what…

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Posted in Curriculum Resources

TAN Books 40% Off Sale March 19-24

Tan Books is currently having its St. Benedict Sale with 40% off sitewide, including homeschool curriculum such as the Story of Civilization or Foundations of…

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Posted in Religion

A St. Patrick’s Day Lesson on Moral Courage and Forgiveness

A Guest Post from Culture of Life Studies On St. Patrick’s Day, we celebrate one of the Catholic Church’s most well-known missionaries. Saint Patrick didn’t just bring…

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The Power of Prayer – Building Blocks of Faith

I’m so excited for this latest entry in the Building Blocks of Faith series! The Power of Prayer Fulton and Cynthia are back for another…

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Posted in Book Reviews Social Studies / History

Talking to Children about War

Talking to children about war is never easy. How can we explain violence or attempt to assure them that they are safe when they see…

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Posted in 1st grade 2nd grade Book Reviews Kindergarten Preschool Religion

Celebrate the Presence of Christ in Our Churches

I remember being a little girl and having my mother point out the sanctuary lamp in church to me. I learned that it was a…

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Posted in Religion

Lenten Prayer for Families

It can be a challenge to find a Lenten devotional to use with your whole family, especially if you have a wide range of ages….

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