Category Archives: News

Jan. 17, 2014

The Beauty of Reading Aloud as Adults

By Luke

A Sonlight Moment from a month ago got me thinking this morning. Many Sonlighters discover the joy of Read-Alouds through their years of listening to books together. This is different from the "book haters" who are foiled by Sonlight. Finding … Continue reading →

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Jan. 16, 2014

Why do you homeschool?

By Judy

Read that with any emphasis you like ... Why do you homeschool? Why do you homeschool? Why do you homeschool?! It all boils down to the same thought process ... what's the motivation behind your decision to homeschool? There's a … Continue reading →

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Jan. 15, 2014

Serious Damage from Silly Social Lies

By Luke

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 →

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Jan. 14, 2014

What Makes a Book Great?

By Robert

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 →

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Jan. 13, 2014

The Benefits of Multiple Teachers

By Luke

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 →

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Jan. 10, 2014

Why Sonlight Doesn't Feel Like School

By Luke

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 →

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Jan. 6, 2014

From Luke's Inbox: Can I Trust Sonlight?

By Luke

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 →

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