6 Ways to Be a Superhero Parent
By Davis CarmanWith nice weather approaching, you might be thinking about how to keep your children occupied and out of trouble. You probably don’t want them playing video games all day, and you certainly don’t want them incessantly complaining about being “bored.” As a homeschooling superhero parent, you also might want to have a little bit of...Read More
Do You Believe? Based on the Ancient Creeds
By Davis CarmanThis short, illustrated book titled “Do You Believe?” is based on the ancient creeds. It’s meant to be a beautiful way for you and your children to remember the basic outline of what many consider the most essential statements of the Christian faith. Note for parents: The first half of this book contains the main...Read More
How to Do a Science Fair Project
By Sherri SeligsonScience fair projects are a wonderful opportunity to go beyond the knowledge you learn in a textbook. Through independent research, a science fair project allows you to explore any scientific or engineering topic that interests you, study a subject in depth and come up with a hands-on experiment that investigates a question you have about...Read More
The Revival Right in Front of You
By Davis CarmanAnd it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions. — Joel 2:28 (ESV) Asbury College Spiritual Awakening Last month, a revival broke out unexpectedly at Asbury College,...Read More
5 Charlotte Mason Values: And Comparisons to Traditional Schooling
By Davis CarmanIf you’ve been running in homeschool circles or researching home education online, you’ve probably heard of Charlotte Mason. Apologia’s curriculum is based on the Charlotte Mason educational philosophy. But what are the Charlotte Mason values, and how can you incorporate it into your homeschool? “Education is a life, an atmosphere, a discipline.” – Charlotte Mason, 1842-1923...Read More
It’s Not Easy to Climb Smooth Mountains
By Davis CarmanOur American culture likes things to be quick and easy. Think about breakfast. Cereal with milk takes seconds to prepare, even if you top it off with some healthy fruit. Instant oatmeal gets right to the point: “instant.” Just add hot water and…voilà!…your breakfast is ready. There are even some new entries to the breakfast...Read More
If You Want to Homeschool with Focus, Try These Five Moves
By Davis CarmanA man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps. — Proverbs 16:9 (NKJV) It’s a new year, which means you’re probably thinking about setting some goals. Do you know where to start? How many should you make? Setting goals is one thing; achieving them is quite another. So I’m going to give...Read More
What to Prioritize in Your Homeschool?
By Davis CarmanHis divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence. — 2 Peter 1:3 When you made the big life decision to homeschool your children, you took on the monumental responsibility to train, disciple, and educate...Read More