Content for tag/homeschool-companion

The Right To Be Forgotten

Did you, or someone you know, do a dumb thing when you were a young person? You are trying to get a job, but digital records keep haunting you. How do you get those skeletons out of the cyber closet? Dr. Gamblin shares her research along with an

Did you, or someone you know, do a dumb thing when you were a young person? You are trying to get a job, but digital records keep haunting you. How do you get those skeletons out of the cyber closet? Dr. Gamblin shares her research along with an excerpt from Radiolab. Read Less

The Girl and Her Noble Steed – Part 2

Our devotional today is about blood. For our craft, we made an edible cell model. Incorporating food, humor, and joy in learning is what every child needs. As much as possible, allow your child to make choices concerning their learning. During our

Our devotional today is about blood. For our craft, we made an edible cell model. Incorporating food, humor, and joy in learning is what every child needs. As much as possible, allow your child to make choices concerning their learning. During our interview, meet Ofe and join her on an extraordinary journey as she dares to conquer an exhilarating race unlike any other. When her cherished home and family face threats, Ofe summons all her courage and relies on her unwavering faith to protect what she holds dear. Read Less

The Girl and Her Noble Steed – Part 1

Today's fascinating worship topic is the lobster's balance. The theme of God's creative powers is present throughout all our lessons. During Curriculum Corner, we stress the importance of teaching children to be part of their own learning. Then, we

Today's fascinating worship topic is the lobster's balance. The theme of God's creative powers is present throughout all our lessons. During Curriculum Corner, we stress the importance of teaching children to be part of their own learning. Then, we step into the heartwarming world of "The Girl and Her Noble Steed," where miracles unfold on every page as we interview the author, Kirthana Fanning. Read Less

When Persecution Comes – Part 2

Today's devotion is about the fascinating yet unassuming bird, the Quail. Did you know that Quail spend most of their lives in a relatively small area, with groups of 8 to 25 birds common in a single covey? Next, we conclude our interview with

Today's devotion is about the fascinating yet unassuming bird, the Quail. Did you know that Quail spend most of their lives in a relatively small area, with groups of 8 to 25 birds common in a single covey? Next, we conclude our interview with Charles Crismier and his book When Persecution Comes. This book is a sobering wake-up call to all followers of Christ for genuine heart preparation, providing hope in perilous times. Read Less

When Persecution Comes – Part 1

Today, we discussed meteorites and comets and looked at how we can incorporate the topic into a unit study. Then, we discussed what you can do when your children won't listen to you. You will learn a lot from our interview with Charles Crismier and

Today, we discussed meteorites and comets and looked at how we can incorporate the topic into a unit study. Then, we discussed what you can do when your children won't listen to you. You will learn a lot from our interview with Charles Crismier and the topic of persecution. Shockingly, this persecution is invading the West and America, yet most Christians are unprepared. Read Less

21 Ways to Forgive

In his book 21 Ways to Forgive, Wes Daughenbaugh explains the why and how of forgiveness. Listen to this interview as Wes Daughenbaugh uses Biblical truth, practical advice, tools, and techniques, ranging from how to forgive when no one is asking for

In his book 21 Ways to Forgive, Wes Daughenbaugh explains the why and how of forgiveness. Listen to this interview as Wes Daughenbaugh uses Biblical truth, practical advice, tools, and techniques, ranging from how to forgive when no one is asking for forgiveness to making forgiveness a feast. Read Less

On Being a Filmmaker

Water Beetles are always a fascination for anyone who does a stream study. Take your young people to a creek with some nets and buckets, and let them study these amazing creatures. Our interview is with Veronica DiPippo. Her story will inspire

Water Beetles are always a fascination for anyone who does a stream study. Take your young people to a creek with some nets and buckets, and let them study these amazing creatures. Our interview is with Veronica DiPippo. Her story will inspire aspiring filmmakers. Veronica is a multi-award-winning filmmaker. Her most recent project, FATHER RYAN: A HIGHER CALL, a docu-drama about the life of heroic Catholic priest Father Patrick Ryan, won Best Documentary and Best Director at the 2023 Cannes World Art Festival. She is the writer and director of the film He Hamed Him, Adam. Read Less

He Named Him Adam

The title of today_s devotional is Special Feet. We will be looking at animal tracks during Arts-n-Crafts. Next, we think about the phrase "What Would Jesus Do?" and how we can apply that phrase to our teaching. We follow with our interview with Marc

The title of today_s devotional is Special Feet. We will be looking at animal tracks during Arts-n-Crafts. Next, we think about the phrase "What Would Jesus Do?" and how we can apply that phrase to our teaching. We follow with our interview with Marc Aramian about his most recent project, the film He Named Him Adam. This film is about Regina, who, after an abortion, suffered from crippling depression for nine years ending her marriage, derailing her career ambitions, and leading her to the brink of suicide. Read Less

Hospitality – Part 2

Have you ever heard of Blennies? Listen today, and you will learn what they are and how you can interest your child in them. During Curriculum Corner, we examine the concept that _Children learn best when they play._ Then, we continue our interview

Have you ever heard of Blennies? Listen today, and you will learn what they are and how you can interest your child in them. During Curriculum Corner, we examine the concept that _Children learn best when they play._ Then, we continue our interview with Annie McCune. She believes hospitality is about learning to love strangers with God's help. His church can grow meaningfully if we follow this "practice." However, it will cease to grow if we forget this important tool. I know I need more practice. How about you? Read Less