Category Archives: Homeschool
What if…Homeschooling was Illegal
Ashpenaz blazed through town snatching young men from their homes. The policeman searched for the handsome, strong, and intelligent. When he found such youth, he carted them off to the king’s palace. The King’s Answer by Briton Riviere One of … Continue reading
Good News from California
Numerous headlines about the California judge who ruled against homeschooling flood the internet. Thankfully, there is good news. (pdf) Freedom from Fear by Norman Rockwell Released March 11, 2008 SACRAMENTO – State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O’Connell announced today … Continue reading
For Homeschoolers by Homeschoolers
The Heart of the Matter The March edition of the online homeschool magazine, The Heart of the Matter, has just been published. From my brief glance at the titles, this appears to be the best edition yet. Carnival of Homeschooling … Continue reading
Perspective
My daughter received a doll house for Christmas complete with family and furniture. I wish she received a time machine instead, so the hours this toy has scattered across the house could be retrieved. Grandpa hides in a vase. Grandma … Continue reading
Eternal Vigilance Required
While skimming homeschool news, two assaults on liberty distressed me. A California Judge declared homeschooling unconstitutional. The Second Appellate Court judges held Mrs. Long unfit to teach her children at home because she lacks a state credential. An important discussion … Continue reading
Supermom Exposed
Chatting with a neighbor befuddled me. As our children climbed on the swing set, this capable lady remarked, “I don’t have the patience to homeschool.” I whispered, “I don’t either.” She chuckled, “Really? Well, I think you are Supermom.” Thoughts … Continue reading
Encore
Bug’s bottle birder feeder idea has been published again! In case you missed it last time, you can find detailed instructions for this simple project in the February edition of The Heart of the Matter. Be sure to check out … Continue reading