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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. 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
Dec. 10, 2013
How Not to Evaluate Homeschooling
Update: Since this post was first written in December 2013, I've had an opportunity to reevaluate it. In light of several comments and insights, combined with a rereading of the original article in question, I've come to see that I've … Continue reading
Dec. 4, 2013
Touching the Future...
Lately I have thought a lot about what it means to invest your time in teaching a child. A few days ago I thought back to a day, many years ago when I was living in Florida. It was a … Continue reading
Tagged books, children, education, Encouragement, family, Homeschooling, priorities, reading
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Nov. 12, 2013
7 Virtues of Learning (and Teaching)
Virtue is moral excellence--something that is praiseworthy and positive about our behavior, character, and disposition. Learning and teaching both present opportunities for cultivating virtue. Here are seven virtues of learning and teaching: 1. Listening. At times we don't always listen … Continue reading
Nov. 6, 2013
Sonlight to me…
As I read what Jonelle, Judy and Karla wrote about Sonlight to me, I couldn't help nodding and grinning and thinking, “Yes, but there is so much more!” Sonlight was a miracle in a box to me. You see, I … Continue reading
