Is Art and Music Important, Mama?

Two things I know: God is an artist, and God loves music. The Scriptures reveal these two aspects of God. If we want our children to be like Him, we should not dismiss these two avenues in our instruction. And, we should never underestimate the power of music and art in a child’s life. It
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The Benefits of Unit Studies, Mama

I never considered myself the “fun” unit study mom. I am still more of a textbook/workbook person. Unit studies don’t always fit with the way our family operates—and that is one of the great things about homeschooling! No matter the method, homeschooled kids excel (www.nheri.org). However, I know the kids need breaks from the books,
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Art Class from See the Light

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   See the Light’s Art Class contains 36 complete step-by-step tutoring lessons, taught by Master Artist Pat Knepley. Pat Knepley’s warmth and engaging personality captures the attention of children, draws them into the learning process, and leads them through a successful drawing experience in every lesson. Each lesson runs approximately 15 minutes and includes
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Kids, Crayons, and Christ: A Vlog Journey

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  Often, when we think of teaching art to our kids (myself included), we find the task daunting, messy, and—if we’re honest—a little unnecessary. This is an embarrassing confession coming from me, an art school graduate whose husband teaches art and develops art curriculum for a living. Yet, here I am, still struggling to teach
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Keeping Art in Our Homeschools

A Fresh Way To Incorporate Art Into Your Homeschool Schedule
  It’s fun, it’s messy, and it’s essential to a well-rounded education. Art awakens God-given creativity that’s necessary for our kids to excel in every subject! As an art school grad, I’ve seen the boost artistic creativity can give even the most technical of fields. The Lord Himself calls us His “work of art” and
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Art and Artists for Everybody

Sometimes as parents we want to protect our children from the side of art that is in direct opposition to our own values, but we certainly want them to be able to express themselves through art and gain an appreciation for artists around the world. That’s where SchoolhouseTeachers.com can help. Our courses are safe for
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Art, Ants, and Adventures

  SchoolhouseTeachers.com is one of the best places to find homeschool courses you won’t find anywhere else. Our teachers are extremely creative, and they love to share what they learn with families around the world. This creativity and love is the reason for four of our newest courses. We know you will enjoy them. Learning
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“Homeschool With The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine” photo contest

Whatever You Are Doing This Spring – Vacationing, Homeschooling, or Planning on What To Teach Next Fall–Do It With The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine! Between the dates of April 21-30, 2014,  The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine is hosting a photo contest. Get creative and join us for lots of family fun and a great prize. We want
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