The Value of Self-Education
One of our girls loves to hand sew doll clothes. By her own admission, her first few pieces were rather unrefined and sloppy, but she …
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Weaknesses or Strengths: Where Should I Direct My Attention?
If you’ve been reading this blog for any length of time, you’ve probably picked up on something about me: I am a terrible speller. I …
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Where To Start? A Charlotte Mason Companion Review
The Charlotte Mason Companion has a special place in my evolving personal list of Top 10 Transformational Books. (The list is subject to …
The Secret To Improved Retention May Be At Their Fingertips
Before we started using living books and narration, I was entirely opposed to letting our kids pursue their personal interests while I was trying to …
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The First And Last Prayers Of Continental Congress
The kids are I are reading Profiles of Valor: Character Studies from the War of Independence by Marilyn Boyer and Grace Tumas as part of …
Whatever Happened To Penny Candy? | Living Book Review
Whatever Happened to Penny Candy? 7th Edition By Richard J. Maybury / Bluestocking Press 168 indexed pages, softcover. One of the great tragedies of …
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A Better Rhythm: Changing Routines For a Smoother Day
I am not a morning person, but one of our children most definitely is. (I used to be a morning person, but I suspect 7 …
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Living Book List
At long last, I’ve compiled a Living Book List that reflects our family’s personal favorite stories! This list contains nearly 250 titles on a wide …
5 Best Croquet Sets – Complete Guide (2021)
Ready to find the best croquet set? This fun, easy-to-play game, is perfect for all ages and a must for any backyard party. What makes …
An Object Lesson On Socialism For Kids
My husband gave us an object lesson on socialism, human nature, and property ownership at breakfast the other day that seemed to have a great …