Why did you choose to homeschool your kids? Think hard about the reason because this will affect everything you do as a homeschooler.
What is most important to you? The answer to this question will play a part in what you choose to teach and how you teach it.
As parents, one of the things we teach our children is how to recognize truth from error, being is homeschooler is no different. As a homeschooling parent, where do you get your truth from? The answer to this question will also influence what and how you teach.
As a Christian, what shapes your mind? What do you believe about the Bible? Does what you believe about the Bible come from what your Pastor or any other Christian leader has told or have to taken the time to go into the Word and study it for yourself?
When you or any of your kids are preparing for test, a test that will determine whether you get a certificate, diploma or a degree of some sorts will you be satisfied with 15 mins of study a day? How much study do you think it will be necessary to undertake so as to come out in flying colors? As a Christian, are you putting that much time into the study of your Bible?
Take time to ponder these questions. I will be elaborating more on them in the coming weeks.
God bless
Elizabeth
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Depart From Me
In Matthew 7:20-28 Jesus said these words below:
20 Therefore by their fruits you will know them. 21 “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. 22 Many will say to Me in that day, ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name?’ 23 And then I will declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!’
In his book "Family Driven Faith" Voddie Baucham jr. quotes a George Barna research which shows that less than 10% of self professed born again evangelicals have a biblical worldview. As if this is not bad enough, the same research also found out that only 51% of evangelical pastors have a biblical worldview. I read somewhere that the actual number of self proclaimed born again evangelicals with a Biblical world view is actually 7%!
Your worldview is the prism or the "glasses" through which you view life. When we say that a person has a Biblical worldview, we mean that the person uses the Bible as the yardstick against which everything is measured. This means that all of life's actions and decisions are based on the Bible, not what we think is right, not what society tells us is right, not what our culture say is right, but on what the Bible says. What this means is that my life is set apart for God and as such, every decision I make, every action I take, every counsel I give or receive, must line up with the Word of God - the Bible.
The term "Biblical Worldview" is the fancy modern day description of what the Bible calls Holiness. In 1 Peter 1:15-16, the Bible tells us " but as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, because it is written, “Be holy, for I am holy.” The Bible calls us to a life of holiness. God is a Holy God and we cannot serve Him on our terms, but on His terms.
Also, in Hebrews 12:14, the Bible tells us "Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord".
In light of the scriptures we just read above, George Barna in his research found out that 93% of self proclaimed born again evangelicals and 49% of pastors do not have a Biblical worldview. This means, they are not living a life that is separated unto the Lord. They are living unto themselves. Can they call themselves followers of Christ if they living for themselves and not for God? Jesus Himself said “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him" (John 14:23).
What kind of opinion do you think the 93% of self proclaimed born again evangelicals who do not have Biblical worldview will have of the 7% who do? I am open to your comments.
My God have mercy on the Church.
20 Therefore by their fruits you will know them. 21 “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. 22 Many will say to Me in that day, ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name?’ 23 And then I will declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!’
In his book "Family Driven Faith" Voddie Baucham jr. quotes a George Barna research which shows that less than 10% of self professed born again evangelicals have a biblical worldview. As if this is not bad enough, the same research also found out that only 51% of evangelical pastors have a biblical worldview. I read somewhere that the actual number of self proclaimed born again evangelicals with a Biblical world view is actually 7%!
Your worldview is the prism or the "glasses" through which you view life. When we say that a person has a Biblical worldview, we mean that the person uses the Bible as the yardstick against which everything is measured. This means that all of life's actions and decisions are based on the Bible, not what we think is right, not what society tells us is right, not what our culture say is right, but on what the Bible says. What this means is that my life is set apart for God and as such, every decision I make, every action I take, every counsel I give or receive, must line up with the Word of God - the Bible.
The term "Biblical Worldview" is the fancy modern day description of what the Bible calls Holiness. In 1 Peter 1:15-16, the Bible tells us " but as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, because it is written, “Be holy, for I am holy.” The Bible calls us to a life of holiness. God is a Holy God and we cannot serve Him on our terms, but on His terms.
Also, in Hebrews 12:14, the Bible tells us "Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord".
In light of the scriptures we just read above, George Barna in his research found out that 93% of self proclaimed born again evangelicals and 49% of pastors do not have a Biblical worldview. This means, they are not living a life that is separated unto the Lord. They are living unto themselves. Can they call themselves followers of Christ if they living for themselves and not for God? Jesus Himself said “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him" (John 14:23).
What kind of opinion do you think the 93% of self proclaimed born again evangelicals who do not have Biblical worldview will have of the 7% who do? I am open to your comments.
My God have mercy on the Church.
Monday, November 17, 2008
New To Homeschooling?
As you embark on this exciting and yes sometimes difficult journey to educate your children at home, here a few pointers to keep in mind.
First, before you start looking at curriculums or teaching philosophies, it is advisable to spend time seeking the Lord on His idea of education. It was His idea that parents teach their children (Deut. 6:4-7) so it necessary to spend time in prayer seeking Him for the true meaning of education. It is possible that you may become re-educated in the process.
Next, remember that every child is unique and different. Seek the Lord for each of your children. Seek Him for the best method and style that will enable each child to be all that the Lord has called to them to be.
Third, it is vital that you have fellowship with other spiritually like-minded homeschooling moms. You need the friendships, encouragement and support in order to stay steadfast in your homeschooling journey.
Lastly, Relax! “do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Phil.4:6-7)
God bless
Elizabeth
First, before you start looking at curriculums or teaching philosophies, it is advisable to spend time seeking the Lord on His idea of education. It was His idea that parents teach their children (Deut. 6:4-7) so it necessary to spend time in prayer seeking Him for the true meaning of education. It is possible that you may become re-educated in the process.
Next, remember that every child is unique and different. Seek the Lord for each of your children. Seek Him for the best method and style that will enable each child to be all that the Lord has called to them to be.
Third, it is vital that you have fellowship with other spiritually like-minded homeschooling moms. You need the friendships, encouragement and support in order to stay steadfast in your homeschooling journey.
Lastly, Relax! “do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Phil.4:6-7)
God bless
Elizabeth
Monday, November 03, 2008
On the Elections
In my observation, Since 2004, elections in this country is not about the economy or the usual reasons, it is a struggle for the heart and soul of this nation. What shall it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses his soul? (Matthew 16:26)
This country will either be a country that fears God and upholds biblical principles as we have been praying or it will become a country that cares absolutely nothing about God, infact throws God from every where including the churches by censoring what the Pastors can preach. The scary part of this whole thing is that God is asking us as a nation to make the choice (by voting). Just like Joshua told the children of Israel to chose this day whom they will serve (Joshua 24:15), God is asking us to choose this day what kind of a country we would like to have.
Matthew 13:24-25 Another parable He put forth to them, saying: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field; but while men slept, his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat and went his way.
A lot of us have been "asleep" in the place of prayer and the enemy is attempting to and in some cases has started sowing 'tares' among our 'wheat'. WE need to WAKE UP!
Ephesians 5:14-17 Therefore He says: “ Awake, you who sleep, Arise from the dead, And Christ will give you light. See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, 16 redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is."
Matthew 26:41 "Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
God Bless You
Elizabeth
This country will either be a country that fears God and upholds biblical principles as we have been praying or it will become a country that cares absolutely nothing about God, infact throws God from every where including the churches by censoring what the Pastors can preach. The scary part of this whole thing is that God is asking us as a nation to make the choice (by voting). Just like Joshua told the children of Israel to chose this day whom they will serve (Joshua 24:15), God is asking us to choose this day what kind of a country we would like to have.
Matthew 13:24-25 Another parable He put forth to them, saying: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field; but while men slept, his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat and went his way.
A lot of us have been "asleep" in the place of prayer and the enemy is attempting to and in some cases has started sowing 'tares' among our 'wheat'. WE need to WAKE UP!
Ephesians 5:14-17 Therefore He says: “ Awake, you who sleep, Arise from the dead, And Christ will give you light. See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, 16 redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is."
Matthew 26:41 "Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
God Bless You
Elizabeth
Monday, October 27, 2008
Education is Discipleship
Who is a disciple? A disciple is a learner. When Jesus walked the face of the earth, He had disciples that learned under him. A good disciple talks and acts like his master. He or she eventually becomes a replica of his master.
A good disciple spends a lot of time with his teacher. Eventually, he begins to talk and act like his teacher.
Who is discipling your children? You or the school system? How much time do you spend with your kids in a 24 hour period? How much time do they spend with the school system in 24 hour period?
Just something to think about.
A good disciple spends a lot of time with his teacher. Eventually, he begins to talk and act like his teacher.
Who is discipling your children? You or the school system? How much time do you spend with your kids in a 24 hour period? How much time do they spend with the school system in 24 hour period?
Just something to think about.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Education or Indoctrination
In Deut. 6: 4-9, the Lord God tells us to teach His word to our children at all times. He tells us to teach it to them diligently. Most Christian homeschoolers like me take this scripture to heart. We know that since the hearts and minds of children is still very soft and "moldable", it is essential they are molded to right shape (God's Word).
The public school system is built on humanisim and unless you are parent who takes the time everyday to diligently undo what the schools are doing to your kids and replace it with your values (which means your child will be "attending" two schools in one day) chances are your child will start to believe, think and act like a humanist. This is indcotrination and it is what has been and is still going on with our schools.
How else can you explain this http://michellemalkin.com/2008/10/14/reason-9999988-to-homeschool-obama-fied-textbooks/
Victoria also made some comments on this here http://homeschoolmomtips.blogspot.com/2008/10/is-indoctrinating-children-wrong.html
The public school system is built on humanisim and unless you are parent who takes the time everyday to diligently undo what the schools are doing to your kids and replace it with your values (which means your child will be "attending" two schools in one day) chances are your child will start to believe, think and act like a humanist. This is indcotrination and it is what has been and is still going on with our schools.
How else can you explain this http://michellemalkin.com/2008/10/14/reason-9999988-to-homeschool-obama-fied-textbooks/
Victoria also made some comments on this here http://homeschoolmomtips.blogspot.com/2008/10/is-indoctrinating-children-wrong.html
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
The Solid Rock
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths"
You may be feeling low right now due to the stock market or for some other reason, do not be discouraged. Remember "Faithful is He who has called you; who also will do it"
Do not be like those who trust in "Chariots and Horses"(things or people that appear solid and sound) but put your trust in the Lord for He has promised never to leave you nor forsake you.
Keep in mind that "those who put their trust in the Lord shall be like Mount Zion that cannot be moved, but abides forever". Remember that as the mountains are round about Jerusalem, so the Lord is round about His people from this time forever more.
Remember this great Hymn:
When upon life’s billows you are tempest tossed,
When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost,
Count your many blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
Refrain
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
Count your blessings, see what God hath done!
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
Are you ever burdened with a load of care?
Does the cross seem heavy you are called to bear?
Count your many blessings, every doubt will fly,
And you will keep singing as the days go by.
Refrain
When you look at others with their lands and gold,
Think that Christ has promised you His wealth untold;
Count your many blessings. Wealth can never buy
Your reward in heaven, nor your home on high.
Refrain
So, amid the conflict whether great or small,
Do not be disheartened, God is over all;
Count your many blessings, angels will attend,
Help and comfort give you to your journey’s end.
Refrain
God Bless You
elizabeth
You may be feeling low right now due to the stock market or for some other reason, do not be discouraged. Remember "Faithful is He who has called you; who also will do it"
Do not be like those who trust in "Chariots and Horses"(things or people that appear solid and sound) but put your trust in the Lord for He has promised never to leave you nor forsake you.
Keep in mind that "those who put their trust in the Lord shall be like Mount Zion that cannot be moved, but abides forever". Remember that as the mountains are round about Jerusalem, so the Lord is round about His people from this time forever more.
Remember this great Hymn:
When upon life’s billows you are tempest tossed,
When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost,
Count your many blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
Refrain
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
Count your blessings, see what God hath done!
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
Are you ever burdened with a load of care?
Does the cross seem heavy you are called to bear?
Count your many blessings, every doubt will fly,
And you will keep singing as the days go by.
Refrain
When you look at others with their lands and gold,
Think that Christ has promised you His wealth untold;
Count your many blessings. Wealth can never buy
Your reward in heaven, nor your home on high.
Refrain
So, amid the conflict whether great or small,
Do not be disheartened, God is over all;
Count your many blessings, angels will attend,
Help and comfort give you to your journey’s end.
Refrain
God Bless You
elizabeth
Saturday, September 13, 2008
One Nation Under "_____________"
Here are some things to ponder as Christians;
Knowing why you believe what you believe makes it easier to pass your beliefs and convictions on to the next generation. After all if you don't know why you believe what you believe, how can you pass your belief to your children?
It seems our nation is moving away from her Christian heritage. How about you? Are you moving with the nation? Is your family moving with the nation?
"...here on earth, God's work must truly be our own...."" J.F. Kennedy
"The Rights of Men come not from the generosity of the state, but from the hand of God"" J.F. Kennedy
"If we ever forget that we are a nation under God, then we will be a nation going under" Ronald Reagan
P.S. I am not affiliated with rediscoveringgodinamerica.com I ran into this video clip on some website as these thoughts about our country were going through my mind.
Friday, July 25, 2008
Exodus teaches Homeschooling
My kids and I have started a journey through the book of Exodus. Every morning for our Bible time before we start "school", we read and discuss a chapter from the book of Exodus. Since there are 40 chapters in the book, we know we are going to have 40 wonderful days of learning at the feet of Jesus.
Exodus is about the enslavement and redemption of the Hebrews and the birth of a Hebrew nation. We know that the enslavement of the Hebrews did not take God by surprise, in fact He told Abraham in Gen.15:13-14 that this was going to take place. I also believe that God chose to bring forth Moses at this time as well, so Moses' birth was not an accident at all.
We all know the story. When Moses was born, his mother decided to hide him, when she could hide him no longer, she put him in a basket and placed the basket in the river. For some reason (divine) Pharaoh's daughter decides to go wash at that same river at that time, then she spots the basket, when she opens it and finds a baby, she knows instantly that this is a Hebrew baby, but decides to adopt him. Then for some (divine) reason agrees to let a Hebrew woman nurse and raise the child until he was a little older. Pharaoh's daughter was obviously richer and could afford to give Moses' more stuff (i.e. private tutor, personal yoga trainer, etc), but God chose a godly woman who did not have stuff to give, but who knew what was really important to the upbringing of a child. God chose someone who would not give her God given responsibility over to the "experts".
This is the part that shows us the value of homeschooling. God knew that Moses cannot grow up to be the person he would use in the way He (God) intended to use him unless he was raised and taught the right values by the right person and this person was definitely not Pharaoh's daughter nor the household of Pharaoh. The Bible tells us that Moses was learned in the ways of the Egyptians. This means that he knew all about the idol worship and how the Egyptian royalty lived their lives, but he was not raised in the midst of it. Because he was nurtured by godly parents during his formative years, when he finally entered Pharaoh's palace, he did not become an Egyptian. He was not conformed to Egypt. He always knew he was a Hebrew, he even killed an Egyptian who was oppressing a Hebrew. Despite the fact that he was the son of Pharaoh’s daughter (keep in mind the Egyptians saw their Pharaohs as gods) and lived in the Palace and was probably worshiped just like the other members of the royal family, yet, he never considered himself an Egyptian. Prov. 22:6 and Hebrews 11:24-27 tells us why.
This was an eye opener for me as a homeschooling mom. God has given us our children to raise for his glory. During their formative years, it is ESSENTIAL that they are nurtured and raised in the right place (home) by the right people(parents) who will teach them the right values (godliness) so that when they eventually enter "Egypt" (the world), they will not conform to Egypt.
God Bless You
Elizabeth
Exodus is about the enslavement and redemption of the Hebrews and the birth of a Hebrew nation. We know that the enslavement of the Hebrews did not take God by surprise, in fact He told Abraham in Gen.15:13-14 that this was going to take place. I also believe that God chose to bring forth Moses at this time as well, so Moses' birth was not an accident at all.
We all know the story. When Moses was born, his mother decided to hide him, when she could hide him no longer, she put him in a basket and placed the basket in the river. For some reason (divine) Pharaoh's daughter decides to go wash at that same river at that time, then she spots the basket, when she opens it and finds a baby, she knows instantly that this is a Hebrew baby, but decides to adopt him. Then for some (divine) reason agrees to let a Hebrew woman nurse and raise the child until he was a little older. Pharaoh's daughter was obviously richer and could afford to give Moses' more stuff (i.e. private tutor, personal yoga trainer, etc), but God chose a godly woman who did not have stuff to give, but who knew what was really important to the upbringing of a child. God chose someone who would not give her God given responsibility over to the "experts".
This is the part that shows us the value of homeschooling. God knew that Moses cannot grow up to be the person he would use in the way He (God) intended to use him unless he was raised and taught the right values by the right person and this person was definitely not Pharaoh's daughter nor the household of Pharaoh. The Bible tells us that Moses was learned in the ways of the Egyptians. This means that he knew all about the idol worship and how the Egyptian royalty lived their lives, but he was not raised in the midst of it. Because he was nurtured by godly parents during his formative years, when he finally entered Pharaoh's palace, he did not become an Egyptian. He was not conformed to Egypt. He always knew he was a Hebrew, he even killed an Egyptian who was oppressing a Hebrew. Despite the fact that he was the son of Pharaoh’s daughter (keep in mind the Egyptians saw their Pharaohs as gods) and lived in the Palace and was probably worshiped just like the other members of the royal family, yet, he never considered himself an Egyptian. Prov. 22:6 and Hebrews 11:24-27 tells us why.
This was an eye opener for me as a homeschooling mom. God has given us our children to raise for his glory. During their formative years, it is ESSENTIAL that they are nurtured and raised in the right place (home) by the right people(parents) who will teach them the right values (godliness) so that when they eventually enter "Egypt" (the world), they will not conform to Egypt.
God Bless You
Elizabeth
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Why Home Education?
Why did you choose to home educate your child / children? The answer to this question will play a very vital role in shaping what and how you educate your kids.
There are lots of people home schooling today. Atheists are home schooling, Muslims are home schooling, Mormons are home schooling, Christians are home schooling, etc. However as a Born Again Christian, your reason for home schooling should be different from everyone else. Before we can even begin to home school, we ought to understand what our calling is in the Lord.
What kind of relationship do you want with the Lord? Do you want a very intimate relationship with God, the kind he had with people like Elijah, Elisha, Samuel, Joshua, Paul, etc. These people were mightily used by God not because they were special, but because they separated themselves unto the Lord, they spent a lot of time in the Word of God and in prayer.
Apostle Paul said in 2nd Tim.2:20 that in a house there are vessels unto honor and vessels unto dishonor, but if we can purge ourselves from worldliness, we will be vessels unto honor, fit for the Master’s use. We should always strive in our personal work with God to be vessels unto honor. Our desire as believers is to surrender our lives to Him, so that Jesus is not just our savior, but also our LORD. We should be willing to be set apart for the Masters' use.
Whether you are new to home education or already veteran remember to fix your eyes on the Lord at all times. Your mission as a home educator is not just to educate your kids, but also to sit at the master's feet so you can learn from Him also.
My mission as a home educator is to:
To Love the Lord my God with all my heart, soul and mind and to diligently teach the word of God to my children, and talk of it when we sit in the house, when we walk by the way, when we lie down and when we rise up. Deut.6:1-9
To understand that education IS discipleship.
To understand that the center of my calling is to raise up godly seed, to teach them what the Bible teaches.
To understand that teaching my children are my delight, my joy, my opportunity.
To always remember that I am not only a teacher, but also a student. God who commands that I call Him Father is my teacher.
God Bless You.
Elizabeth
There are lots of people home schooling today. Atheists are home schooling, Muslims are home schooling, Mormons are home schooling, Christians are home schooling, etc. However as a Born Again Christian, your reason for home schooling should be different from everyone else. Before we can even begin to home school, we ought to understand what our calling is in the Lord.
What kind of relationship do you want with the Lord? Do you want a very intimate relationship with God, the kind he had with people like Elijah, Elisha, Samuel, Joshua, Paul, etc. These people were mightily used by God not because they were special, but because they separated themselves unto the Lord, they spent a lot of time in the Word of God and in prayer.
Apostle Paul said in 2nd Tim.2:20 that in a house there are vessels unto honor and vessels unto dishonor, but if we can purge ourselves from worldliness, we will be vessels unto honor, fit for the Master’s use. We should always strive in our personal work with God to be vessels unto honor. Our desire as believers is to surrender our lives to Him, so that Jesus is not just our savior, but also our LORD. We should be willing to be set apart for the Masters' use.
Whether you are new to home education or already veteran remember to fix your eyes on the Lord at all times. Your mission as a home educator is not just to educate your kids, but also to sit at the master's feet so you can learn from Him also.
My mission as a home educator is to:
To Love the Lord my God with all my heart, soul and mind and to diligently teach the word of God to my children, and talk of it when we sit in the house, when we walk by the way, when we lie down and when we rise up. Deut.6:1-9
To understand that education IS discipleship.
To understand that the center of my calling is to raise up godly seed, to teach them what the Bible teaches.
To understand that teaching my children are my delight, my joy, my opportunity.
To always remember that I am not only a teacher, but also a student. God who commands that I call Him Father is my teacher.
God Bless You.
Elizabeth
Monday, July 14, 2008
Called to the Impossible
As one reads the Bible, it seems that God has always called people to great tasks that always seem impossible. Take Abraham for example, God called him out of his country and from amongst his kin to a land he did not know. Gen 12:1 says "Now the Lord had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred and from thy father's house unto a land that I will show you". Notice that God did not even tell him where he was going, but only that He was taking Abraham somewhere and when he gets there, he will let him know.
Then God chooses Joseph as the person he would use to preserve the life of the Patriarchs during a great famine, but allows him to go through slavery and jail before he gets to position he was chosen for. Moses was also called to lead God's people out of Egypt into the Promised Land, a task that proved to be one of the hardest jobs of all time. When the people came out of Egypt, they had to overcome Amalek, Jericho and a host of other nations before they could go in and possess the land that God had for them.
As a home schooling mom, do you sometimes feel that you have been called to an impossible task? If so, you are not alone, but you do not have to despair because the Lord who has called you to this task has already equipped you with all you need to do a great job. Eph.1:3 says "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ" also 2nd.Pet.1:3 tells us "....his divine power hath given us all things that pertain unto life and godliness........"
Beloved, He has promised never to leave you nor forsake you. So if you feel overwhelmed or feel like you have been called to the impossible, do not be discouraged, be of good cheer. As long as you keep your eyes and focus on him and not on the waves around you, trust me, you will be able to walk on water just like He did, because "Faithful is he that has called you who also will do it" IThess.5:24.
God bless You,
Elizabeth
Then God chooses Joseph as the person he would use to preserve the life of the Patriarchs during a great famine, but allows him to go through slavery and jail before he gets to position he was chosen for. Moses was also called to lead God's people out of Egypt into the Promised Land, a task that proved to be one of the hardest jobs of all time. When the people came out of Egypt, they had to overcome Amalek, Jericho and a host of other nations before they could go in and possess the land that God had for them.
As a home schooling mom, do you sometimes feel that you have been called to an impossible task? If so, you are not alone, but you do not have to despair because the Lord who has called you to this task has already equipped you with all you need to do a great job. Eph.1:3 says "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ" also 2nd.Pet.1:3 tells us "....his divine power hath given us all things that pertain unto life and godliness........"
Beloved, He has promised never to leave you nor forsake you. So if you feel overwhelmed or feel like you have been called to the impossible, do not be discouraged, be of good cheer. As long as you keep your eyes and focus on him and not on the waves around you, trust me, you will be able to walk on water just like He did, because "Faithful is he that has called you who also will do it" IThess.5:24.
God bless You,
Elizabeth
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
So You Did Not Feel Like "Doing" School Today?
Did you have one of those mornings were you did not feel like getting out of bed not to mention spending a few hours at the dining table going through workbook after workbook? Well, you are not alone, neither are you a lazy mom if you felt like spending a few more hours in bed. When you get one of these days, that is when it becomes necessary to focus more on the fact that education goes beyond workbooks. No matter what home schooling method you use, days like this call for the "relaxed" method of home schooling. This way, you are not only focusing on your reason for home schooling, you and your kids are also learning in a very relaxed way which is really fun and at the same time your "batteries" are begin re-charged.
We decided to home school because we wanted to our kids to grow up with Biblical world view and also wanted to be co-laborers with the Lord in raising godly seed. So when I get one of these days, I gather the kids in bed and we read lots of Bible stories and talk about them. This morning, we read about the Exodus and started a whole discussion on how archeological excavation supported the story of the Exodus. That pretty much took care of our history lesson for the day. We then proceeded to read a book on the life of Charles Dickens (Famous People)and talked about how the life of Dickens influenced his writings and generally what life was like in Dickens' day. We identified verbs, adverbs, adjectives, conjunctions and figures of speech such as similes and metaphors in the story (English). Since today was Friday and we had worked on math problems for at least 2 hours each day from Monday - Thursday, I decided to skip math for the day.
By lunch time I was completely relaxed and ready to go grocery shopping as well as run a few errands for the house. Home schooling is a lot of fun for me and my kids enjoy a lot of the things we do together. I have an eight year old and a four year old. The Bible tells us in Prov. 4:23 to guard our hearts with all diligence for out of it flows the issues of life. We should always be on guard and not allow the enemy to take a wholesome family activity like home schooling and turn it into a drag.
God bless you richly.
Elizabeth
We decided to home school because we wanted to our kids to grow up with Biblical world view and also wanted to be co-laborers with the Lord in raising godly seed. So when I get one of these days, I gather the kids in bed and we read lots of Bible stories and talk about them. This morning, we read about the Exodus and started a whole discussion on how archeological excavation supported the story of the Exodus. That pretty much took care of our history lesson for the day. We then proceeded to read a book on the life of Charles Dickens (Famous People)and talked about how the life of Dickens influenced his writings and generally what life was like in Dickens' day. We identified verbs, adverbs, adjectives, conjunctions and figures of speech such as similes and metaphors in the story (English). Since today was Friday and we had worked on math problems for at least 2 hours each day from Monday - Thursday, I decided to skip math for the day.
By lunch time I was completely relaxed and ready to go grocery shopping as well as run a few errands for the house. Home schooling is a lot of fun for me and my kids enjoy a lot of the things we do together. I have an eight year old and a four year old. The Bible tells us in Prov. 4:23 to guard our hearts with all diligence for out of it flows the issues of life. We should always be on guard and not allow the enemy to take a wholesome family activity like home schooling and turn it into a drag.
God bless you richly.
Elizabeth
Hand Selected By God
I was listening to Moody radio some time ago as I was serving the kids lunch and Dennis Rainey of Family Life Today was on and he said something very interesting. He said "Do you know you have been hand selected by God to introduce each one of your children to him?"
Now, this is very interesting because not only are we chosen by God to raise our kids, we were "hand selected" to introduce them to God Almighty! It sure gives parenting a whole new meaning when you look at it that way. I will go a step further and say, not only where you hand selected by God to introduce each one of your children to Him, you were also hand selected to disciple them. This is one of the reasons I decided to educate my kids at home. So I can disciple them more effectively.
As we carry out this God given job of introducing our kids to God and discipling(making disciples of) them, let us remember that more is caught than taught. They will learn more from what they see us do and how we react to situations than what we tell them. In the daily devotional "Our Daily Bread" for Tuesday, September 12, 2005 here is how the writer talks about discipleship:
In the first century, a Jewish man who wanted to become a disciple of a rabbi (teacher) was expected to leave family and job to join his rabbi. They would live together 24 hours a day walking from place to place, teaching and learning, studying and working. They discussed and memorized the Scriptures and applied them to life.
The disciple's calling, as described in early Jewish writings about basic ethics, was to "cover himself in the dust of [the rabbi's] feet," drinking in his every word. He followed his rabbi so closely that he would "walk in his dust." In doing so, he became like the rabbi, his master.
Our calling is to disciple our kids by example. We are to do this by living together 24 hours a day walking from place to place, teaching, learning, studying, working together as well as discussing and memorizing the Scriptures and applying them to life.
God Bless You,
Elizabeth
Now, this is very interesting because not only are we chosen by God to raise our kids, we were "hand selected" to introduce them to God Almighty! It sure gives parenting a whole new meaning when you look at it that way. I will go a step further and say, not only where you hand selected by God to introduce each one of your children to Him, you were also hand selected to disciple them. This is one of the reasons I decided to educate my kids at home. So I can disciple them more effectively.
As we carry out this God given job of introducing our kids to God and discipling(making disciples of) them, let us remember that more is caught than taught. They will learn more from what they see us do and how we react to situations than what we tell them. In the daily devotional "Our Daily Bread" for Tuesday, September 12, 2005 here is how the writer talks about discipleship:
In the first century, a Jewish man who wanted to become a disciple of a rabbi (teacher) was expected to leave family and job to join his rabbi. They would live together 24 hours a day walking from place to place, teaching and learning, studying and working. They discussed and memorized the Scriptures and applied them to life.
The disciple's calling, as described in early Jewish writings about basic ethics, was to "cover himself in the dust of [the rabbi's] feet," drinking in his every word. He followed his rabbi so closely that he would "walk in his dust." In doing so, he became like the rabbi, his master.
Our calling is to disciple our kids by example. We are to do this by living together 24 hours a day walking from place to place, teaching, learning, studying, working together as well as discussing and memorizing the Scriptures and applying them to life.
God Bless You,
Elizabeth
Moving Old Posts
For the next few posts and days, I will be moving some of the blogs I posted on an old blogsite to this one.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Top 10 Ways to Salvage an Interrupted Day
Got this from "Guit Free Homeschooling" website and I thought I should share it
You had finally found your homeschooling "groove." Lessons were zipping along, your students were working like well-oiled machines, and then it happened: something came along that broke that wonderful, systematic rhythm. You may have known it was on the calendar, but that still didn't prevent it from upsetting your entire homeschooling apple cart. Now you feel as though your students may never regain their previous momentum.
Rather than taking an entire day off, you may be able to salvage the remaining portion of an interrupted day and manage to keep enough of the energy that the interruption is merely an insignificant blip on your radar. Here are several ways to complete "school" when the normal routine has been interrupted by doctor's appointments, a minor family crisis, a field trip or co-op class, a funeral, or any number of other inconvenient breaks. These measures may also help you get through a bad weather day, a not-feeling-so-well day, or a we-really-overdid-it-yesterday day. (Tip: In the case of a minor family crisis that lands you and your loved ones in the local Emergency Room, try to redeem the experience as an impromptu field trip: encourage observational skills and appropriately timed Q & A sessions about what the medical professionals are doing, so that your students gain knowledge about other career fields along with the immediate medical attention. Plus, it can also help focus children's minds away from pain, suffering, and generally frightening situations.)
1. Half-Lessons--Scheduled interruptions (such as dentist appointments or well-child check-ups with the doctor) can allow you to plan ahead for a half-day of lessons. Shorten each subject's work load to a portion of its regular size and zip through your schedule in record time. Your students will know they have covered the usual subjects, and the results of the faster pace can spur your students into working more quickly on "normal" days, too.
2. Consumer Math--Shopping is necessary for every household, so incorporate it into your curriculum by posing price comparisons to your students. Show them how to read the labels for ingredients, size of contents, or any other vital statistics, and then help them compare brands and sizes to determine the best value for your family's needs. Yes, this can make shopping take longer, so I do not recommend doing this with every item when you are already pressed for time or when you are restocking a nearly bare pantry.
3. Life Skills--Sewing on buttons, hemming a skirt, ironing shirts, following a recipe for cooking or baking, washing windows, folding the laundry, cleaning out a closet, organizing the kitchen "junk" drawer, or sweeping out the garage--all are vital skills for life that can redeem the productivity of an interrupted school day.
4. Phys-Ed--Let 'em run. Dust off the bicycles, roller blades, baseballs, or jumpropes. Everyone needs a physical break now and then, and younger children need them even more often. The physical exercise relaxes their tired muscles and gives their brains "processing" time. You may be surprised at the creative ideas that are hatched during this "down" time.
5. Snuggle Up & Read Day--Grab your favorite books and head for the sofa. Read to each other or just let each person read his own book, side by side. Snuggle up with warm blankets and thick, warm socks. I love soaking in the warmth from a sunny window when the winter weather is too cold to enjoy venturing outdoors.
6. Craft Day--There is something infinitely satisfying and therapeutic about creating things with your own hands. Whether you make silly masks with paper plates and colored markers or intricately detailed ornaments for your next Christmas tree, the time spent with your children provides an opportunity to talk together, create together, and giggle and laugh together. Check hobby stores for ready-made craft kits if you need help getting started.
7. Cooking or Baking Day--Make an extra-large batch of cookies or soup and freeze the extra for use on your next too-rushed-to-cook day. Dicing onions, celery, or carrots to freeze for future use in soups or casseroles is a time-saver as well as an opportunity to work and talk together with your children.
8. Game Day--Play your favorite board games. Combine the pieces from several games and invent a new game. Don't keep score, but focus on the aspects of strategy and sportsmanship, instead of on winning and losing. Show lesser-skilled students how to plan ahead and think through their moves to help them strengthen their abilities for next time.
9. Nature Study--Take a walk. Sit under a tree. Watch and listen to the birds. Weed the flower bed. When the disruptions of life have intruded upon the security of your routine, regain control by surrounding yourselves with the peace and solitude of God's handiwork. It can be even more refreshing than a nap!
10. Video Day--Watch a favorite movie. Watch a new movie. Watch an old movie. Use technology to your advantage and pause the movie at strategic moments to discuss why the characters act the way they do or discuss how the plot would have changed if a key character had chosen another option at a crucial point.
Life Happens. I repeat that often to explain what has disrupted my formerly-planned day. When Life happens to your schedule, use it to your advantage to teach valuable life lessons. And remind yourself that children sitting in orderly rows in a sterile classroom are missing out on the inevitable spontaneity that is Life.
God Bless,
Elizabeth
You had finally found your homeschooling "groove." Lessons were zipping along, your students were working like well-oiled machines, and then it happened: something came along that broke that wonderful, systematic rhythm. You may have known it was on the calendar, but that still didn't prevent it from upsetting your entire homeschooling apple cart. Now you feel as though your students may never regain their previous momentum.
Rather than taking an entire day off, you may be able to salvage the remaining portion of an interrupted day and manage to keep enough of the energy that the interruption is merely an insignificant blip on your radar. Here are several ways to complete "school" when the normal routine has been interrupted by doctor's appointments, a minor family crisis, a field trip or co-op class, a funeral, or any number of other inconvenient breaks. These measures may also help you get through a bad weather day, a not-feeling-so-well day, or a we-really-overdid-it-yesterday day. (Tip: In the case of a minor family crisis that lands you and your loved ones in the local Emergency Room, try to redeem the experience as an impromptu field trip: encourage observational skills and appropriately timed Q & A sessions about what the medical professionals are doing, so that your students gain knowledge about other career fields along with the immediate medical attention. Plus, it can also help focus children's minds away from pain, suffering, and generally frightening situations.)
1. Half-Lessons--Scheduled interruptions (such as dentist appointments or well-child check-ups with the doctor) can allow you to plan ahead for a half-day of lessons. Shorten each subject's work load to a portion of its regular size and zip through your schedule in record time. Your students will know they have covered the usual subjects, and the results of the faster pace can spur your students into working more quickly on "normal" days, too.
2. Consumer Math--Shopping is necessary for every household, so incorporate it into your curriculum by posing price comparisons to your students. Show them how to read the labels for ingredients, size of contents, or any other vital statistics, and then help them compare brands and sizes to determine the best value for your family's needs. Yes, this can make shopping take longer, so I do not recommend doing this with every item when you are already pressed for time or when you are restocking a nearly bare pantry.
3. Life Skills--Sewing on buttons, hemming a skirt, ironing shirts, following a recipe for cooking or baking, washing windows, folding the laundry, cleaning out a closet, organizing the kitchen "junk" drawer, or sweeping out the garage--all are vital skills for life that can redeem the productivity of an interrupted school day.
4. Phys-Ed--Let 'em run. Dust off the bicycles, roller blades, baseballs, or jumpropes. Everyone needs a physical break now and then, and younger children need them even more often. The physical exercise relaxes their tired muscles and gives their brains "processing" time. You may be surprised at the creative ideas that are hatched during this "down" time.
5. Snuggle Up & Read Day--Grab your favorite books and head for the sofa. Read to each other or just let each person read his own book, side by side. Snuggle up with warm blankets and thick, warm socks. I love soaking in the warmth from a sunny window when the winter weather is too cold to enjoy venturing outdoors.
6. Craft Day--There is something infinitely satisfying and therapeutic about creating things with your own hands. Whether you make silly masks with paper plates and colored markers or intricately detailed ornaments for your next Christmas tree, the time spent with your children provides an opportunity to talk together, create together, and giggle and laugh together. Check hobby stores for ready-made craft kits if you need help getting started.
7. Cooking or Baking Day--Make an extra-large batch of cookies or soup and freeze the extra for use on your next too-rushed-to-cook day. Dicing onions, celery, or carrots to freeze for future use in soups or casseroles is a time-saver as well as an opportunity to work and talk together with your children.
8. Game Day--Play your favorite board games. Combine the pieces from several games and invent a new game. Don't keep score, but focus on the aspects of strategy and sportsmanship, instead of on winning and losing. Show lesser-skilled students how to plan ahead and think through their moves to help them strengthen their abilities for next time.
9. Nature Study--Take a walk. Sit under a tree. Watch and listen to the birds. Weed the flower bed. When the disruptions of life have intruded upon the security of your routine, regain control by surrounding yourselves with the peace and solitude of God's handiwork. It can be even more refreshing than a nap!
10. Video Day--Watch a favorite movie. Watch a new movie. Watch an old movie. Use technology to your advantage and pause the movie at strategic moments to discuss why the characters act the way they do or discuss how the plot would have changed if a key character had chosen another option at a crucial point.
Life Happens. I repeat that often to explain what has disrupted my formerly-planned day. When Life happens to your schedule, use it to your advantage to teach valuable life lessons. And remind yourself that children sitting in orderly rows in a sterile classroom are missing out on the inevitable spontaneity that is Life.
God Bless,
Elizabeth
Monday, June 09, 2008
Top 10 Things I Did Not Need for Homeschooling
I got this from "Guitl-Free Homeschooling" website and I thought I should share it. This is really great!
Homeschooling requires a minimal amount of preparation: it can be started with a few books to read, some paper and pencils, and a few broken crayons as basic art supplies. Institutional schools receiving government funding would lead us to believe that much, much more is needed for adequately educating students. I quickly discovered that certain institutional necessities were, in fact, completely unnecessary in our homeschool setting. And so, here, without further ado, are the Top Ten Things I Did NOT Need for Homeschooling.
10. Attendance Charts, Seating Charts, Hall Passes, or Restroom Passes -- We relaxed and made ourselves at home... because we were at home.
9. Lunch Punch Cards -- Our lunches were all paid for before we took the groceries home from the store.
8. Hall Monitors -- I could hear trouble from anywhere in the house.
7. Playground Monitors -- Unless you want to count the dog.
6. Harassment Policy or That Desk Facing the Wall in the Back of the Room for the Disruptive Kid -- "Don't hit your sister," "Don't hit your brother," and "Go to your room" covered it all for us.
5. Parent/Teacher Conferences -- Unless you want to count talking to myself.
4. AIDS Awareness; Diversity Day; or G*y, L*sbian, Transg*nder, & Bis*xual Day -- We were too busy with learning the more important aspects of education... such as how to read, write, and calculate.
3. Police Officers, Metal Detectors, or Pepper Spray -- I even encouraged my students to use and carry pocket knives.
2. Zero Tolerance Policies -- I possess critical thinking skills and know how to use them to analyze problems on a case by case basis.
And finally, the Number One Thing that I did not need for homeschooling my own children...
1. RITALIN! or any other mind-numbing drugs to control active children -- Physical exercise was much more effective for getting the wiggles out and preparing my students to learn.
*[Unfortunately, the spelling of certain words must be altered to reduce unwanted search engine hits. I apologize for any confusion.]
God Bless
Elizabeth
Homeschooling requires a minimal amount of preparation: it can be started with a few books to read, some paper and pencils, and a few broken crayons as basic art supplies. Institutional schools receiving government funding would lead us to believe that much, much more is needed for adequately educating students. I quickly discovered that certain institutional necessities were, in fact, completely unnecessary in our homeschool setting. And so, here, without further ado, are the Top Ten Things I Did NOT Need for Homeschooling.
10. Attendance Charts, Seating Charts, Hall Passes, or Restroom Passes -- We relaxed and made ourselves at home... because we were at home.
9. Lunch Punch Cards -- Our lunches were all paid for before we took the groceries home from the store.
8. Hall Monitors -- I could hear trouble from anywhere in the house.
7. Playground Monitors -- Unless you want to count the dog.
6. Harassment Policy or That Desk Facing the Wall in the Back of the Room for the Disruptive Kid -- "Don't hit your sister," "Don't hit your brother," and "Go to your room" covered it all for us.
5. Parent/Teacher Conferences -- Unless you want to count talking to myself.
4. AIDS Awareness; Diversity Day; or G*y, L*sbian, Transg*nder, & Bis*xual Day -- We were too busy with learning the more important aspects of education... such as how to read, write, and calculate.
3. Police Officers, Metal Detectors, or Pepper Spray -- I even encouraged my students to use and carry pocket knives.
2. Zero Tolerance Policies -- I possess critical thinking skills and know how to use them to analyze problems on a case by case basis.
And finally, the Number One Thing that I did not need for homeschooling my own children...
1. RITALIN! or any other mind-numbing drugs to control active children -- Physical exercise was much more effective for getting the wiggles out and preparing my students to learn.
*[Unfortunately, the spelling of certain words must be altered to reduce unwanted search engine hits. I apologize for any confusion.]
God Bless
Elizabeth
Friday, June 06, 2008
Top 10 Benefits of Homeschooling With Grace
I got this from a website called "Guilt-Free Homeschooling". I love that! I thought I should share this because if you are like me, you get stressed out at the end of each school year wondering where the time went and if you have covered everything well enough. But relax, remember, you are a homeschooling mom, there is always time to cover what you need to do.
10. You can provide your students with as much time as they need to truly understand a concept, and you can allow your students to skip redundant portions of lessons they have already learned. [Grace is patient, but Grace also recognizes achievement.]
9. You meet other homeschooling families who do things differently than you do, and you smile, knowing that all homeschoolers are unique. [Grace appreciates the differences in life.]
8. Every member of the family relaxes, knowing that Grace bestows forgiveness, second (and third and fourth) chances, and hugs when you need them. [Grace understands, and Grace loves anyway.]
7. You give up "flying under the radar" to avoid attracting attention as a homeschooling family and boldly traipse through parks, stores, and other public areas between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:15 p.m., knowing that anyone foolish enough to inquire why your children are not "in school" will have to endure a barrage of giggles, several quippy answers from each child, and at least 3 recitations from recent history and science lessons. [Grace accepts Life as a good teacher.]
6. You redefine a "clean" house to mean one that looks lived in but can still be occupied without fear of actually contracting any truly scary diseases. [Grace knows that perfection is unattainable on this side of Heaven.]
5. You no longer cringe at the thought of friends dropping by unannounced, realizing that they are more interested in sharing 5 minutes of conversation with another grown-up than in performing a white-glove inspection of your bookshelves. [Grace prefers people to things.]
4. You realize that no one who really loves you will care if the breakfast dishes are still in the sink when you start supper. Or that once in a while last night's pizza boxes can be found on the coffee table. At least the leftovers are all gone... thanks to the family dog. [Grace knows when you need a break.]
3. The thought of seeing your family pictured on the cover of a homeschooling magazine would mean that chore-boot footprints and mud stains are being featured in that issue's Art Corner. [Grace knows that Life is not tidy.]
2. You lower your expectations of homeschooling to include only those things your students might actually be able to accomplish in this lifetime. [Grace does not expect the impossible.]
And finally, the Number One Benefit of Homeschooling with Grace is:
1. Grace. Just when you think you've messed up everything beyond all hope of repair, God gives you the Grace to start fresh and try again. [His mercies are new every morning--Lamentations 3:22-23]
God Bless You all
Elizabeth
10. You can provide your students with as much time as they need to truly understand a concept, and you can allow your students to skip redundant portions of lessons they have already learned. [Grace is patient, but Grace also recognizes achievement.]
9. You meet other homeschooling families who do things differently than you do, and you smile, knowing that all homeschoolers are unique. [Grace appreciates the differences in life.]
8. Every member of the family relaxes, knowing that Grace bestows forgiveness, second (and third and fourth) chances, and hugs when you need them. [Grace understands, and Grace loves anyway.]
7. You give up "flying under the radar" to avoid attracting attention as a homeschooling family and boldly traipse through parks, stores, and other public areas between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:15 p.m., knowing that anyone foolish enough to inquire why your children are not "in school" will have to endure a barrage of giggles, several quippy answers from each child, and at least 3 recitations from recent history and science lessons. [Grace accepts Life as a good teacher.]
6. You redefine a "clean" house to mean one that looks lived in but can still be occupied without fear of actually contracting any truly scary diseases. [Grace knows that perfection is unattainable on this side of Heaven.]
5. You no longer cringe at the thought of friends dropping by unannounced, realizing that they are more interested in sharing 5 minutes of conversation with another grown-up than in performing a white-glove inspection of your bookshelves. [Grace prefers people to things.]
4. You realize that no one who really loves you will care if the breakfast dishes are still in the sink when you start supper. Or that once in a while last night's pizza boxes can be found on the coffee table. At least the leftovers are all gone... thanks to the family dog. [Grace knows when you need a break.]
3. The thought of seeing your family pictured on the cover of a homeschooling magazine would mean that chore-boot footprints and mud stains are being featured in that issue's Art Corner. [Grace knows that Life is not tidy.]
2. You lower your expectations of homeschooling to include only those things your students might actually be able to accomplish in this lifetime. [Grace does not expect the impossible.]
And finally, the Number One Benefit of Homeschooling with Grace is:
1. Grace. Just when you think you've messed up everything beyond all hope of repair, God gives you the Grace to start fresh and try again. [His mercies are new every morning--Lamentations 3:22-23]
God Bless You all
Elizabeth
Thursday, June 05, 2008
Colleges Are Courting Homeschoolers
This article from CBS news a year ago is worth sharing. I loved this quote
........Home-schooled students _ whose numbers in this country range from an estimated 1.1 million to as high as 2 million _ often come to college equipped with the skills necessary to succeed in higher education, said Regina Morin, admissions director of Columbia College.Such assets include intellectual curiosity, independent study habits and critical thinking skills,she said.
God Bless
Elizabeth
........Home-schooled students _ whose numbers in this country range from an estimated 1.1 million to as high as 2 million _ often come to college equipped with the skills necessary to succeed in higher education, said Regina Morin, admissions director of Columbia College.Such assets include intellectual curiosity, independent study habits and critical thinking skills,she said.
God Bless
Elizabeth
Friday, January 18, 2008
Coming Back!
I did not realize how long I have been away from this blog. I am glad to be coming back to blogging which I really love. I believe I have some how found my "groove" with home schooling, small business and home making, but we'll see.
At this time, I am trying to put together a book club. we should be starting soon God willing.
At this time, I am trying to put together a book club. we should be starting soon God willing.
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