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Aug. 21, 2020
How Sonlight Made Me a Book Lover in High School
It’s a common misconception that a literature-rich, playful, self-directed education becomes obsolete once exams loom in upper grades. As I reached high school age, however, I was growing into Sonlight, rather than growing out of it. Though we made less … Continue reading
Tagged books, high school, reading, Sonlight
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Aug. 12, 2020
Why I Use Sonlight in My Charlotte Mason Homeschool
When my husband and I were preparing for our wedding, we attended premarital counseling at the home of a friend and colleague who was also a pastor. What stands out most in my memory from that short period was this … Continue reading
Aug. 10, 2020
A Reluctant Homeschooler’s Story
the Holzmann family today Think back to 30 years ago. Does your life now look like you thought it would then? If you're like me, that question might make you laugh. But praise God for opportunities to grow and serve … Continue reading
Tagged anniversary, family, history, Homeschooling, Sonlight
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Jul. 17, 2020
The Best of Sonlight Summer Readers, Part 1
The relaxed pace of summer learning provides the perfect opportunity to put away the schedule and enjoy unstructured reading. Summer reading keeps the skills your kids learned during the school year sharp while still providing entertainment. There’s no need to … Continue reading
Jun. 24, 2020
Teaching the Hidden Curriculum by Integrating Sonlight into Life
If Charlotte Mason was right, education is a life. Education will restructure a life, but it’s a two-way street. Life also structures education, intentionally or accidentally. It is near-impossible to drum up a sustained interest in ancient literature if it … Continue reading
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Jun. 4, 2020
30 Years. 30 Blessings to Celebrate.
To celebrate Sonlight’s 30th anniversary, here are 30 blessings to celebrate. Thank you for allowing us to walk alongside you on your homeschool journey. Continue reading
Jun. 1, 2020
Does Learning Have to Be Painful?
Some educators seem to suggest: “Learning is painful. Get used to it.” They expect kids to learn to grit their teeth and persevere. And yes, education may be hard. Perseverance is a valuable skill. But should that be our starting point … Continue reading
