Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.” Psalm 119:11 The greatest gift we can give to our children is Scripture memorization! It is such a joy for me to re-learn and freshly learn God’s word with my son. I compiled some of the best Bible verses for children into a…
the best board books for baby
I am so excited to bring my favorite and best board books for baby to you today. Our family adores each of the books on this list — and it is fun for me to reminisce about each of them and their sentimental meaning. Love and affection and books. All a baby or a growing…
Recitation Cards: Poetry for Children {free printable!}
{This post contains affiliate links, please see my disclosure policy.} Did you know that April is National Poetry Month!? I am thrilled to be co-hosting a poetry celebration and poetry writing contest with many wonderful bloggers at the 2014 Children’s Poetry Celebration & Contest. Today I am sharing a free printable which includes beloved poems from some…
10 Patriotic Songs for Children {free printable!}
I am so excited to share my free printable of Patriotic Songs for Children with you today! As a Sergeant First Class in the United States Army Reserve, I am so proud to serve my great country! I want to instill a love for country in my children as well. I created these songs in…
Moms Reading the Classics {A Monthly Link Up!}
{This post contains affiliate links, please see my disclosure policy.} Ever since I read Cheryl Swopes’ book Simply Classical, I have decided that, beyond the initial preschool “learning through play” years, I will want to educate my children utilizing the Classical philosophy. {Combined with a lot of hands-on Montessori learning, of course, which I believe complement…
Poems of Robert Louis Stevenson: Volume 1 {free printable!}
{This post contains affiliate links, please see my disclosure policy.} Our homeschooling journey is just beginning. I eagerly research teaching and learning styles. Early education is fun — because playing time is learning time! — but I want to make sure I am making the best decisions for my children when it comes time for Kindergarten…
What is Classical education?
From ancient days until today, children began their education at home, where training in literacy walked hand in hand, as we have seen, with the inculcation of cultural ideals and habits of upright character… Children were not to be brought out of their shells; they were to be shown the consequential, the true, the beautiful….