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Oct. 8, 2013

Why Are People Creative?

By Robert

We appreciate creativity when we encounter it in music, art, literature, film, and other areas of life. But why are people creative? The answer from a Christian perspective is rooted in what theologians call the imago Dei--the image of God. … Continue reading →

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Aug. 13, 2013

Technology and Homeschooling: What Do You Think?

By Robert

Ever since I got my first computer more than thirty years ago I've had an ongoing fascination with technology and its applications. I've since studied and written on the topic of philosophy of technology--a branch of philosophy concerned with all … Continue reading →

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Jul. 15, 2013

The Benefits of Discussing a Story Together

By Luke

As a homeschool family, you have many opportunities to see how your kids are doing. But even with that close connection, sometimes it's difficult to get down to core ideas and beliefs. This is where discussing stories together can be … Continue reading →

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Jun. 20, 2013

Challenge or Content?

By Judy

One of the frequent conversations I have with folks making curriculum choices is the "challenge or content" discussion. It goes something like this ... "my son is reading at a 6th grade level, but he's only 9 years old. So … Continue reading →

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Jun. 14, 2013

Literature-Rich Doesn't Mean, "Stay Inside"

By Robert

It's no secret that Sonlight offers literature-rich curriculum. But does this mean that a child who use Sonlight spends all their time with their nose in a book? Hardly. I'm always fascinated by the variety of photographs featured in the … Continue reading →

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Jun. 5, 2013

Fun with a purpose...

By Jill

I love preschoolers. I love their sense of humor, their unending curiosity, their imagination and the way they put their whole selves into whatever they do. This week is a busy one for me. While my daughter-in-law is out of … Continue reading →

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May. 31, 2013

Why Sonlight Books Get Made Into Movies

By Luke

His pointy black hair and carefully maintained goatee make him look a bit like Iron Man (you can meet him in my Sonlight Field Tour video at the 5:25 mark). I'm filling my water bottle and he's rinsing out his coffee … Continue reading →

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