The Case for Music
Yes, it’s that time of year again! You’ve got your core subjects all lined up. You’ve got a (semi) workable draft of your schedule finalized. You’ve yielded to the impulse…
Read moreWOW! 36 Weeks to a Vibrant Vocabulary
What colour do you see when you hear the word vibrant? I, personally, see green. Rich, vivid, growing green—the colour of the foliage on well-watered tree at the beginning of…
Read moreReading Over Their Shoulder: The Role of Parents in Children’s Literature
Just what is the role of parents in children’s literature? Do parents have a role in children’s literature? After all—kids’ books are for kids! I believe that the promotion of…
Read moreComing Soon: A Desperate Experiment
I have a super-exciting announcement to make today! Chelsea Burden’s new book, A Desperate Experiment is scheduled to launch on July 26. I guess it wouldn’t be very professional to…
Read moreBehind the Scenes of Highbank Castle
As Adelaide and Richard were hurried through the castle grounds, they caught their first glimpse of the fortress to which they were bound, standing tall and firm against the eastern…
Read moreThe Case for Literature
The case for literature! Have you ever heard the proverb, “If you want to know what water is like, don’t ask a fish”? You can’t expect an author to give…
Read moreGood and Great Modern Hymns
Are modern hymns a paradox? In our 21st century world, when you say you love hymns, you know perfectly well that the most “modern” thing anybody pictures is maybe a…
Read moreChristian Poetry for High School
Today we are going to talk about Christian poetry for high school, and the importance of healthy food for growing children. Sound like a random combination? So did ice cream…
Read moreThe Case for Home Ec
Over the last few months, we’ve taken a look at the case for several core subjects. (Reading, Writing, Math and Spelling.) But what about when it comes to electives? After…
Read moreAs the Heavens Are Higher: Behind the Scenes with Hymns and Poems
It’s time for another peak behind the scenes of As the Heavens Are Higher. Today’s we’ll be looking at hymns and poems that play a role in the story. I…
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