I’ve been going over my Home Library Builders post series with a fine-tooth comb this week, in preparation for my talk on Tuesday for the Ultimate Home School Expo. I’ll be speaking on The Homeschooler’s Library, gathering all the information I’ve sought to share in this series into an audio podcast. You can log in […]
My New “Baby”
May 19, 2009 by ·
I hope you’ll check out my new “baby”….My Audio School. This site has truly been a labor of love, and the response to it has been overwhelming. Yesterday I wrote a few posts on my yahoo groups and officially “launched” the new blog. The Old Schoolhouse tweeted about it today on Twitter and put it […]
Home Library Builders: Buying and Organizing Books
April 20, 2009 by ·
Several months ago, when I started this Home Library Builders series, I promised to write a post about finding books and organizing your library. This is a topic near and dear to my heart…I am always on the lookout for a treasure! I use Tapestry of Grace, a curriculum centered around living books. Some […]
Whatever is Admirable: The Classics
March 15, 2009 by ·
A classic is a book which has stood the test of time, captivating generations of readers. It often touches on topics which have universal appeal, such as love, friendship, betrayal or loss. Many classics are referenced in other works, allowing the well-read person to make connections between the two. For example, my son and […]
Great books on sale!
March 12, 2009 by ·
Behemoth is offering another free audio book for a few more days. For years I’ve wanted the book Ten Peas in a Pod, and thanks to Behemoth, we’ve finally got it! Click on over and download this free audio book while there is still time. Some of our favorite books and resources are on sale […]
Whatever is Lovely: Nature Study
February 23, 2009 by ·
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” Philippians 4:8 If you’ve been following this series, you know that Whatever is Lovely has turned out to be a very broad category! I’m glad to […]
Whatever is Lovely: Poetry, Shakespeare and Charles Dickens
February 9, 2009 by ·
This post in the Home library builders series continues the theme Whatever is Lovely, looking at Poetry, Shakespeare and Charles Dickens. I enjoy reading poetry with my children! It is one of those things that I haven’t been able to work into our normal daily schedule, so we try to take time once or […]
Whatever is Lovely: Music appreciation
February 5, 2009 by ·
Recently I attended a concert and heard an incredibly gifted singer. I left the concert feeling inspired. I could never sing like she does. But it was an amazing experience to listen to someone who was both extremely talented and committed to working hard to develop her talent to the utmost of her ability. […]
The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment
January 22, 2009 by ·
The definitive book on Christian contentment is “Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment” by Jeremiah Burroughs. It took me awhile to wade through this book because wisdom drips from every page. It is no less relevant today than when it was written in the 1600s. I read this book slowly, pen in hand, jotting copious notes […]
Whatever is Pure: Books that Teach Theology and Illuminate the Scriptures, part Two
January 19, 2009 by ·
This next installment in the Library Builders series picks up the topic of books that teach theology. Theology: Part One covered books for family devotions and children’s storybooks which illuminate the scriptures. This post suggests titles for older children and adults. Theology Books for Older Kids and Adults My oldest son and I […]
