Lucy consecrated herself to God and was true to her promise of purity even through horrible torture. She is one of the seven women mentioned in the Mass.
Read More »Peg Dolls for Saint Lucy’s Day – December 13
A fun craft for both boys and girls and even younger children, saintly peg dolls make it easy to teach about the lives of the saints we are celebrating.
Read More »Music, Art and Physical Education – Sharing How We Do It
We asked Seton families how they use music, art, and physical education in their school and they shared fun and practical ways you may want to incorporate.
Read More »Saint Lorenzo Ruiz – First Filipino Martyr
Lorenzo was a family man living a faithful life in the Philippines. Through an extraordinary set of circumstances, he was called to give his life for Christ.
Read More »Simple Tips on Starting Your School Year Well
Cubbies and a rolling cart are some of Mary Ellen's simple tips to get your homeschool year off to a great start. It's a short read but rich in advice.
Read More »St. Helena of the Cross – Patron of Discoveries
Constantine tasked his mother Helena to travel the Empire and gather holy objects. It was during these pilgrimages that Helena discovered the True Cross. Saint Helena was the mother of ...
Read More »In the Schoolroom: Liturgical Notebooks
Helping the children create special notebooks of their religious studies from the start of the school year has resulted in wonderful memories for all of us.
Read More »Chatting All Things Homeschool: A Visit With the Brown Family
Be not be afraid. Do not let homeschooling your children overwhelm you. Will there be frustration and tears but also joy and laughter? Yes, definitely yes.
Read More »Grateful for A Helping Hand: A Seton Family’s Journey
Navigating a plan for your child with different academic needs is stressful but Seton believes all children deserve the best Catholic education possible.
Read More »Summer Reading Helps Children in Many Ways Unexpected
Opening a new book is the beginning of a journey to become a better listener, have a wider vocabulary, and gain a better understanding of other cultures.
Read More »Seton Summer Reading Club…Enjoy the Sheer Delight
We would love to see photos of your children with their Summer Reading Certificate. There are also suggestions for projects to do along with their reading.
Read More »In the Schoolroom – Plant a Mary Garden
Why not create a little beauty in a corner of your yard this year using some plaster and flowers to honor Our Lady. Editor Mary Ellen Barrett shows you how.
Read More »Put Some Spark In Your Summer!
Add some spark to the summer! Encourage your children in their interests so they can refine their gifts, bless the world, and lead more souls to heaven.
Read More »Saint Joseph – Faithful Protector, Provider, and Father
In times of trial look to Saint Joseph, his example shows us how to trust in God particularly when the paths of our lives do not turn out as we would wish.
Read More »In the Schoolroom: Lilies for St. Joseph Craft
This hand print paper lily is a sweet craft to keep little hands busy and is perfect to decorate your Saint Joseph statue or altar and later used at Easter.
Read More »A Lenten Guide for Homeschool Moms
This Lenten guide was written for homeschooling moms short on free time but long on their desire to please God and grow closer to him. Free Download Below.
Read More »Enjoy St. Brigid’s Feast with Her Bread and a Spot of Irish Tea
Homeschooling mom and author Mary Ellen Barrett celebrates her beloved St. Brigid with a delicious bread, a bit of Irish tea, and favorite read along tales.
Read More »St. Josephine Bakhita – The Lucky One
Kidnapped and sold into slavery, Josephine miraculously was led to the Canossian Sisters serving others for forty-two years with her ever-present smile.
Read More »200 Advent Crafts and Activities for Catholic Homeschoolers
Updated for 2024 - Mary Ellen Barrett shares 200 ideas, crafts, and activities for your Advent calendar with books and activities for saint and feast days!
Read More »The Best Way to Enjoy the Beautiful Season of Advent – In the School Room
This Advent, whatever the age of your children, here are ways to create an atmosphere in your home to settle mind and heart to welcome the Christ Child.
Read More »