Robin Hood's story has been often retold, but Dr Mitchell Kalpakgian digs into his original character, and uncovers the ideal of a good and joyous heart.
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5 Ways to Keep the Easter Spirit Alive in Your Homeschool!
We have a harder time observing Easter than we do with Lent. Amanda Evinger shares 5 ideas to keep the spirit alive through family crafts & activities!
Read More »When the Kids Are Gone: Hidden Lives of Homeschool Moms
Patricia Purcell has fun thinking about something homeschool moms don't usually consider: what do do when the kids are gone. Her ideas sound exciting!
Read More »My 8 Secrets to Success with Math! Yes, Math!
Gina Berrios never liked math growing up. Her tried-&-true secrets will help your homeschoolers stay on track, keep learning and overcome obstacles!
Read More »Gift of Witness: The Life-Changing Impact of a Good Catholic
MaryAnn Dudley knows just how powerful authentic Catholic living can be; she shares personal stories to showcase the impact we make by living good lives.
Read More »3 Ways This Stay-at-Home Mom Keeps a Happy Home
Winter often makes family life harder. Emily Molitor grapples with the long lonely days, and shares three ways she's discovered to nurture a happy home.
Read More »Incredible: Today’s Event Will Not Happen Again Until 2157!
Today presents a liturgical 'difficulty': it marks Good Friday and the traditional date of the Annunciation. John Clark unpacks this once-in-lifetime event!
Read More »Forbidden Curiosity: The Ancient Virtue of ‘Studiosity’ for Today
The past is rife with men consumed by a curiosity for forbidden secrets. Dr Mitchell Kalpakgian explores the forgotten virtue of 'studiosity' as a solution.
Read More »Kindergarten to Christendom: A Dewey Homeschool Tale
'It's simple: we need Christendom College.' Homeschoolers Douglas and Leni Dewey have10 children, and with Christendom, they keep building Christ's Kingdom.
Read More »How to Teach our Kids Good Citizenship Through Volunteering
Volunteering is a fantastic way to teach children about living out the Faith. Homeschool mom Karena Tapsak shares 3 ways she fits it into the schedule!
Read More »Holy Homeschool! From Carmelite Novice to Homeschool Mom
Amanda Evinger tried religious life, but it wasn't her vocation. Now as a homeschool mom of 3 kids, she applies her experiences as a novice in daily life!
Read More »How Homeschooling Actually Saved Me From Depression
Sarah Rollins, a homeschool mom for 12 years, shares her pain over losing a child, and how homeschooling helped her - and her 9 children - rediscover joy.
Read More »How a Technophobe Mom Uses Technology in Homeschooling
Patricia Purcell doesn't always 'get' technology in homeschool. But it can be valuable, especially with all of today's options. Here are 6 ways she uses it!
Read More »Sense and Insensibility: Should I Look for Signs and Miracles?
John Clark has hoped for a sign from God, and 'known' that he shouldn't expect one. Until it actually happens... Perhaps his perceptions were wrong before.
Read More »The Tears of Things: Aeneas, The Trojan Model of Humanity
Inspired by the epic of Aeneas, survivor of the Trojan War and father of Rome, Dr. Mitchell Kalpakgian shows how tears and tragedy can deepen our humanity.
Read More »6 Simple Steps to Manage Meltdowns with Calm and Confidence
Tantrums and meltdowns seem to be a common reaction in many young children. Abby Sasscer walks you through her 6 simple steps to manage these meltdowns.
Read More »A Mom’s 3 Responses to the “I Could Never Homeschool!” Mentality
Homeschooling mom Elizabeth Turajski combats the “I Could Never Homeschool” Mentality, with 3 Reflections on the Purpose of Homeschooling.
Read More »4 Family Ideas to Help You Celebrate the Jubilee Year of Mercy
Gina Berrios has assembled a whole host of ideas for you and the family to enter more deeply into the Year of Mercy, with fun activities for kids!
Read More »Simple Hospitality: Show Your Love By Sharing a Meal
Mary Ellen Barrett shows how easy it can be to teach hospitality to children. Whether with friends or family, a meal is the quickest way to show love.
Read More »Using Lent as a Chance to Explain Suffering & Death to a Child
Witnessing two infant funerals raised plenty of questions among Emily Molitor children. It sparked some beautiful discussions and personal reflections.
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