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Mar. 22, 2021
Don't Use Character Curriculum. Do This Instead to Teach Virtue
Though there are many worthy reasons to homeschool, many parents homeschool to instill their values and morals in their children. I find that a worthy goal. Beyond homeschoolers, I've noticed that others desire to teach morality, or its more old-fashioned … Continue reading
Tagged character, curriculum, reading aloud, Sonlight, Values, virtue
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Mar. 5, 2021
Parent-intensive Versus Hands-off Homeschooling
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
Mar. 1, 2021
How to Talk to Kids About Books You Haven’t Read
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
Feb. 24, 2021
What to Do When the Science Experiment Fails
We all have our own pictures of what the ideal homeschooling day looks like. Mine definitely include an amazing, mind blowing science experiment that has all my kids in awe. Bubbling beakers, microscopes, home-made circuits, dry ice vapor, rubber gloves, … Continue reading
Tagged experiment, failure, Homeschooling, science, Sonlight
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Oct. 7, 2020
Where Are Sonlight Scholarship Winners Now?
We’ve had a busy year at Sonlight, as we've been blessed with many new homeschoolers joining our family. We count it a blessing to guide new parents on this amazing journey that can be enjoyed for many years to come. … Continue reading
Sep. 28, 2020
How Sonlight Helps You Help Your Kids
Let’s talk about an encouraging reality today: You are already doing the most important thing to help your children succeed in their education. By simply caring about and being involved in your children’s education, you help them thrive. Most educators … Continue reading
Aug. 31, 2020
Mapping a Sonlight Education Year by Year
It’s time for some brutal honesty here...Chances are, you aren’t going to be able to do every single Sonlight level. I know! It’s a real bummer. They all look so good, and trust me, we haven’t found a lemon in … Continue reading
Tagged Homeschooling, planning, scheduling, Sonlight
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