Category Archives: Philosophy
Of Equality, Value, and Birthday Parties
Each person is unique. Each person is valuable. The primary principle of individuality declares it. So, if we are all different, why clamor for equality in everything? I confronted the question in a small, quiet way this past weekend. We … Continue reading
Freedom’s Future, Reason 5 of Why I Homeschool
The world today is riddled with arbitrary standards and vague morality. Cynicism, skepticism, and hatred swell as wars and rumors of wars circulate the media. However gloomy the forecast appears, America is still a land touted for freedom. Will this … Continue reading
What’s in a Definition?
After a recent discussion I realized that I should explain why I spend so much time analyzing words and what they mean. Dana of Principled Discovery wrote insightfully on this subject. She graciously gave me permission to repost her ideas … Continue reading
Fulfilling the Purpose of Education, Reason 4 of Why I Homeschool
In Reason 3 I discussed the purpose of education. According to Webster’s 1828 Dictionary education does the following: Enlightens the understanding Corrects the temper Forms the manners and habits of youth Fits [students] for usefulness in their future stations If … Continue reading
No Degree Required, Reason 3 Why I Homeschool
My intentions were always to home school my children at least through the beginning years. I attended Teachers for the Nations to equip me for the task, but faced with the commitment and understanding required to teach my son I … Continue reading
Who is Responsible for Education? Reason 2 of Why I Homeschool
Who is responsible for education? I begin my answer with a simple fact; children are given to parents. It always takes a mother and a father to create life. The obligation to nourish and care for helpless, dependent little ones … Continue reading
Safe and Smart, Reason 1 of Why I Homeschool
I was usually bored in school. I finished my lessons quickly then talked to my friends. The teacher would move my desk to the front of the classroom or send me to the hall. Isolation shut me up but it … Continue reading