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Newman Guide for Catholic Readers

This guide is designed especially for Catholic education broadly—including
parents, diocesan and school leaders, teachers, librarians, homeschool curriculum
publishers, and textbook publishers—and draws upon The Cardinal Newman
Society’s Policy Standards on Literature and the Arts in Catholic Education.

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Posted in English High School Religion Resources

Tan Courses Buy One Get One Free

The cultivation of wisdom and knowledge has been an integral part of the Church since its beginnings. The great saints and doctors of the Church have long propagated faith and reason as both playing a vital role in the Catholic Tradition. Delve into Scripture, moral theology, Church teachings, history, and more with this vast selection of faith-filled courses. 

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Posted in English High School The Homeschooling Life

Incorporating Jane Austen in Your Homeschool

Jane Austen is a perennial favorite of homeschool students and their parents because of great stories, wit—and wisdom! Today’s lovely guest is author Haley Stewart, to share a wonderful resource she has created: Jane Austen’s Genius Guide to Life!

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Great Books for Great Minds

I’d like to share a small taste of the fruit of all that love of literature with just a few of my top recommendations for each age group.

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Poems Every Child Should Know
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Poems Every Child Should Know

This is a lovely collection of poetry which includes a wide collection of works for children, teens, and even adults of all ages.

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St. Nicholas Magazine published by Homeschooling Teen

St. Nicholas Magazine is published by a homeschooler and features writing and art by other young people!

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Posted in 6th grade 7th grade 8th grade Book Reviews English High School Religion

A Catholic Guide to Narnia

Is reading The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis part of your educational plan for this year? If so, you will want to pick up a guide to A Catholic Guide to Narnia: Questions and Activities for The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.

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Learning from Literature Starts with Scripture

A desire to ignite our kids with great ideas and an appreciation for their dignity as children of God often leads us to good books that jumpstart great conversations! But where to begin? Today, our guest is the delightful Kevin O’Brien, here to explain why Learning from Literature Starts with Scripture.

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Posted in Book Reviews English

Learn About Word Origins

Once Upon a Word – A Word-Origin Dictionary for Kids is great for kids (and adults) who are interested in where words come from.

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Secrets - Catholic Teen Fiction
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Secrets – Excellent Catholic Teen Fiction

Earlier this year, the writers from CatholicTeenBooks.com released Secrets: Visible and Invisible, a collection of short stories. At the time, my reading pile was too…

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