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[…] they only knew the solutions available to them; if they only knew better. Here are some common examples: Obesity wouldnât be plaguing Americans if they only knew how to eat better. People wouldnât smoke if they knew how bad it was for their lungs. No one would waste money playing the lottery if they […]
The Cups of Communion âDrink from it, all of you. For this is My blood that establishes the covenant; it is shed for many for the forgiveness of sins.â (Matthew 26:27â28) Passover In Matthew 26:17â30, we find Jesus and the disciples celebrating the Passover meal together like the Jewish people had been doing since […]
[…] provided a recommended course sequence for you to view. Curriculum Scope & Sequence Books for further reading How to Have a H.E.A.R.T for Your Kids by Rachael Carman How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You? by Rachael Carman Co-Op Kickstart Guide There are many creative ways to teach an Apologia course in a co-op setting, giving you the flexibility to adjust the […]
[…] writing. The longer you wait to grade, the less weight your evaluation will have with them. Whether you choose a letter or number grade, the explanation of how you arrived at that grade will help your students immensely. We are grading our students so we can ascertain their relative proficiency and so they can […]
Do you know how to write a resume? Suppose a family friend alerts you to a part-time job opportunity that sounds perfect for you. Or you learn of an outstanding scholarship in your area of interestâexcept the deadline is in two days and the application is four pages long. Â Do you know how to […]
[…] and gentle to bold and very serious. When speaking to groups of parents, I often share my 5 top reasons to homeschool. The bottom line is this: How can a Christian parent even consider sending their children to a public school today? Â Yes, this is a strong statement. Tragically, the evening news far too […]
[…] Their Faith Once they have a strong grasp on their faith through walking with the Lord, it is wise to study other belief systems. Staying keen on how to identify false teachings will help lead to a lifelong devotion to God. Ultimately, we want our children to be able to defend their beliefs. Where […]
[…] Homeschool Co-Op Kickstart Guide for helpful information on getting started. Co-Op Kickstart Guide Books for further reading How to Have a H.E.A.R.T for Your Kids by Rachael Carman How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You? by Rachael Carman Curriculum Bundles Looking for curriculum ideas for students in other grades? Check out these other blog posts.      Exploring […]
[…] play soccer?â or âItâs hot. Could we get some ice cream?â The unemployed answer was a solid no on all accounts. I knew and understood why, but how to explain it to the little eyes? What do you tell them so they comprehend but arenât stressed? My words failed me. The fact was, there […]
[…] help you make sure your child stays on track, so view the Apologia curriculum path for a recommended course sequence (one possible curriculum path option your child can take). Books for further reading How to Have a H.E.A.R.T for Your Kids, by Rachael Carman How Many Times do I Have to Tell You?, by Rachael Carman Elementary Science Astronomy 1st Grade Curriculum Bundle
[…] his motherâs womb. The thought takes my breath away. Godâs hands are all over your little babies; they will come out covered in His fingerprints! There are so many things I would like to share today, but I have narrowed to three. Relax This one sounds so much easier than it is. But having been […]
[…] can read that article here. To my mind, homeschoolers have plenty of reason to pray regardless of which scenario actually comes to pass. I can think of many things we can be praying for the current homeschool movement, but here are ten items we will specifically pray about in the coming year. Obviously, you […]
[…] junior high because of his emotional swings. He never knew if he would wake up happy or angry. His emotions controlled him, and he had no idea how to explain this or manage them. Of course, he wasnât admitting this to us at the time because he wasnât mature enough to objectively analyze his […]
[…] good way, and find peace for your soul. So what does this mean from a practical standpoint? Hereâs some unconventional direction that Iâll bet isnât shared at many commencement ceremonies these days: Guys, be the man God created you to be. Girls, be the woman God created you to be. Stay pure while you […]
â How is your walk of faith going?â These words were spoken to me by a coworker when I was employed at a deli during my college years. My coworker was a Christian who knew I was reading through the entire Bible for the first time in my life. Twenty-five years later, this question […]
[…] of discovery, obedience, and ultimate blessing begins with a healthy and reverent fear of God (Proverbs 9:10). I encourage you to do a word search and see how many times and places you can find âwisdomâ in the Bible. Think of it as a treasure hunt. After all, wisdom is described as being more […]
[…] may sometimes seem like your children are everywhere at once (except at bedtime, when theyâre nowhere to be found), they are not omnipresent, though God is. So how then are people like God? First of all, we need to understand that God is a personal being, not a mystical field of energy like the […]
[…] find the time to go outside and enjoy this special event created by God! âDamian Ludwiczak, Exploring Creation with High School Astronomy Solar Eclipse vs. Lunar Eclipse Many people confuse the two types of eclipses. The difference is that in a lunar eclipse, the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon, causing the […]
[…] at a blogging conference before my oldest ever started high school. They spoke about high school and Godâs plan for our kidâs future. Hearing them talk about how their kids flourished, thrived, and were able to come full circle into who God called them to be because they were homeschooled gave me the encouragement […]
[…] good at his work and carefully watched his flock, counting them several times a day to make sure none had wandered off, intentionally or unintentionally. This is how he noticed one was missing. Was this particular lamb a repeat offender? Some sheep do tend to find themselves in bad situations more easily and more […]
