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Jan. 15, 2014
Serious Damage from Silly Social Lies
Her knees -- pushed up toward her chest -- barricade her face behind the couch pillow. Another pillow perches on her head. She's hiding while she talks. Silly as it may be, it makes her feel safe. "I feel like … Continue reading
Tagged musings, socialization, socialization ill
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Jan. 14, 2014
What Makes a Book Great?
It's no secret that Sonlight values a literature-rich approach to education. We do this because we believe great books present unique learning opportunities. Here are three key reasons we use literature: 1. Literature conveys information in an enjoyable format. 2. … Continue reading
Tagged books, classics, education, great books, literature, literature-rich
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Jan. 13, 2014
The Benefits of Multiple Teachers
The youth pastor at our church is a wiry young man around my age. His current fashion sense drips "hipster" but he's sincere even if he does wear a vest. I'm attending a parent's meeting about the upcoming winter camp. … Continue reading
Tagged benefits, literature-rich, opportunities, perspective
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Jan. 10, 2014
Why Sonlight Doesn't Feel Like School
Short answer: It's the books. We've been reading another Sonlight title for my cousin's high school history class. The book we're reading comes from the fantastic literature in Core D. Proof that great books span many age groups. And like … Continue reading
Jan. 6, 2014
From Luke's Inbox: Can I Trust Sonlight?
Most Christian homeschooling curriculum present evolution as a sham. I cannot in good faith provide that explanation as the only one. Can you show me some examples of where you present both sides? My underlying concern is that if these … Continue reading
Jan. 2, 2014
Living in the Mundane ...
2014 is upon us ... a whole new year stretching out with anticipation. Lots of folks are filling Facebook and blogs with New Year's Resolutions. I think goal setting is an admirable and necessary exercise for living life effectively. However … Continue reading
Tagged goals, new year
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Dec. 31, 2013
Becoming Comfortable with Questions
He's one of those brilliant types. He works and takes college courses like "Philosophy of Law and Ethics" for fun. He's also one of those infuriating people who is good at every game he plays, whether a traditional board game … Continue reading
Tagged discussion, ideas, life-long learning
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