Posts by "Davis Carman"

Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. – Psalm 127:1 Treehouse Masters When we had a house full of kids, my family enjoyed watching the cable television show “Treehouse Masters.” We had hearty conversations about the theme we would choose if we were clients of Pete Nelson and his crew. Would ours look...

The Wild Brothers are a homeschooling family who lived in the remotest jungles of Papua, Indonesia. Their unique experiences as a missionary homeschooling family were transformed into an inspiring mission-minded lifestyle that continues to touch lives around the world. Unearthing a Unique Homeschool Experience The Wild family’s homeschooling journey was unlike any other—a vivid tapestry...

Five-, six-, and seven-year-old children are naturally curious. They enjoy exploring the world around them and playing games that involve imagination (like make-believe). Most parents would agree that these kids are also still pretty dependent on Mom and Dad. For them, snuggling is an important source of personal security, and when you tuck your little...

At a recent high school science Olympiad in Colorado, the winning team consisted of a group of homeschooled students. Read Article Homeschool Competition Winners For decades, homeschool students have dominated the headlines by winning National Spelling Bees, Speech and Debate tournaments, Robotics competitions, and more. I’ll even make a homeschool-parent-humble-brag by noting that our own...

Understanding the Homeschool Journey A recurring concern among homeschooling parents is the fear that their children might not keep pace academically. Ladd Lesh, C.O.O/G.M. of Apologia and father of nine, reflecting on his own homeschooling experience, recounts how his parents navigated similar concerns by focusing on individual growth. During the 1980s, homeschooling families often faced...

Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus, throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen. — Ephesians 3:20-21 Busy I know your life is full. So...

As a homeschool advocate, I love it when a young couple tells me before they’re even married that they plan to homeschool their children. I’d like to say I had that kind of wisdom and foresight as a young man or that even as a new father, I was just as committed to my children’s...

…the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. — Romans 6:23b “Extreme Home Makeover,” “My Lottery Dream Home,” “Love It or List It,” “Fixer Upper” – We love shows about homes. We imagine that if we can find the right one, then everything will fall into place, and life will...

Jeannie Fulbright faced the same hurdles many new homeschoolers do. Her homeschooling journey began when she decided to educate her daughter at home, and initially, she faced the challenge of dividing her time between homeschooling her daughter and caring for her younger children. This balancing act was tough, but Jeannie soon realized that choosing materials...

Underscoring strong academics is important, but the real impact comes when children are grounded in their faith. By actively engaging with God’s Word, families stay rooted in divine truth rather than worldly values. Deciding that you want God’s Word to be the foundation of your homeschool is a profound commitment. But often, getting started feels...