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Apr. 2, 2021

Why Sonlight Doesn't Insulate Children from Non-Christian Ideas or Religions

By Sarita

I've noticed two overarching styles of preparing Christian students to engage with the world around them. One approach seems primarily inward-focused, seeking to keep children from non-Christian ideas and teaching them to defend their faith and know how to answer … Continue reading →

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Mar. 5, 2021

Parent-intensive Versus Hands-off Homeschooling

By Sarita

Did you know that some homeschool programs will teach your children for you? You can put your child in front of a computer and then go about your day. Your kids can be homeschooled without your being involved. This is … Continue reading →

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Mar. 1, 2021

How to Talk to Kids About Books You Haven’t Read

By Laura Lee Ellis

A fellow Sonlighter recently asked about her children's habit of reading ahead of the Sonlight schedule. “How can I test my children’s comprehension when they are reading ahead of the IG? Do I need to cover each discussion question to … Continue reading →

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Feb. 8, 2021

Learning to Weigh Conflicting Perspectives with Sonlight

By Sarita

My chief desire for Sonlight is to help you raise children prepared to do whatever God calls them to do. In order to do that well, Sonlight presents multiple views on various issues. Students in today's world quickly realize that … Continue reading →

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Dec. 16, 2020

5 Reasons Not to Avoid Tough Topics with Your Kids

By Deana Wood

I’ve heard it over and over. I’ve even thought it myself. I remember specifically reading the book Aztecs, Incas, and Mayans from HBL D. As I was reading about human sacrifice, I remember looking over at my fourth grader and … Continue reading →

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May. 27, 2020

Teach How Jesus Taught

By Sarita

How have children learned from the beginning of time? How did Jesus himself teach his followers? Through stories, in the context of relationship. And that is just what Sonlight comes alongside you to help you do. We help you teach … Continue reading →

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Aug. 12, 2019

10 Fun Games to Make Discussion Questions & Vocabulary Memorable

By Laura Booz

To help your child comprehend and digest Readers and Read-Alouds, Sonlight Instructor’s Guides (IGs) are packed with vocabulary enrichment and discussion questions. These help us to teach our children goodness, truth, and beauty with each and every lesson. Look these … Continue reading →

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