Thankfulness in the Midst of Pain

by Katie Julius Give thanks with a grateful heart Give thanks to the Holy One Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son The words of this old worship chorus have echoed through my head the last few weeks as we have been preparing to celebrate Thanksgiving....

Christmas School

by Becky Slamer Christmas can carry so many varying and extreme emotions. Those emotions can range from excitement to stress to sadness to delight to awe. For some, the decorating, the parties, the baking, the gift giving, the lights, all the traditions, and all the...

A Patriotic November?

by Katie Julius If asked which calendar months are patriotic, not many people would think of November. However, prior to Thanksgiving, November begins with Election Day and Veterans Day. These two days present opportunities for learning how our country functions,...

Homeschooling Through the Holidays

by Becky Slamer “They celebrate your abundant goodness and joyfully sing of your righteousness.” – Psalm 145:7 Creating an atmosphere of celebration in our homes is a powerful testimony to our loved ones inside our walls and to a hurting world outside. Sally...

Labor Day Learning

by Katie Julius Next Monday is Labor Day, unofficially marking the end of summer. Many Americans have the day off from work and school to celebrate with BBQs, picnics, or trips to the beach, but not everyone knows what exactly we celebrate on this national holiday. Do...