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So, today is the day… the 2017 Presidential Inauguration. History is being made today. First, before I go one step further, I would like to ask everyone to say a prayer. There is so much animosity and anger today that I just pray that cool heads and warm hearts prevail in all circumstances. I pray…
In 1776 Thomas Paine publishes Common Sense on this day. This pamphlet presented his arguments in favor of American independence. He openly challenged the authority of the British government and the royal monarchy. Paine wrote this pamphlet in very plain language – especially to reach the common man. This pamphlet was the first to publicly ask…
1924 – Sarcophagus of King Tut Uncovered on this day. In 1924, King Tut’s Sarcophagus was uncovered and it was the greatest treasure of the tomb! A stone sarcophagus containing a solid gold coffin that holds the mummy of Tutankhamen. It was two years after British archaeologist Howard Carter and his workmen had discovered the…
When it comes to my pre-reading kids and planning homeschool curriculum, I never put geography and church history on my radar as subjects to worry about. At all. My focus: teach them to read, write, and count to 100. If I hadn’t been introduced to the Tapestry of Grace Primer curriculum, that’s exactly what we would…
Do you struggle with finding the right history curriculum for your homeschool? Looking for pre-made lesson plans that are flexible, literature-based, yet incorporate hands-on learning AND cover a range of grades? Look no further than Tapestry of Grace! Tapestry of Grace is a K-12 comprehensive curriculum that includes history, literature, grammar, writing, Biblical worldview and…
This was a wonderful lesson where my children explored their habitat and learned about homes where people live. Not all homes are made the same and not all homes look the same. Take a look at what we did, and hopefully you will be inspired to have such a lesson with your children, too. First,…
While many families around the United States will be trick or treating on October 31st, our family has chosen to celebrate an event in Church history that is worth remembering. On October 31, 1517, in Wittenberg, Germany, Martin Luther nailed his Ninety-Five Theses on the Power of Efficacy of Indulgences to the door of the Castle…
So did you know September 17th is Constitution Day? If you didn’t, don’t feel too bad: Most Americans have no idea this is the birthday of the U.S. Constitution. Even more troubling: A frightening number of Americans can’t outline any of the seven articles of the Constitution, name a single freedom guaranteed us in the Bill…
August 19th is Aviation Day. We are so excited to bring you a cool post on our visit to USS Midway in San Diego as well as some ideas and books to read. You can use this information for Aviation Day or anytime! Learn everything about airplanes! It’ll be grand! Learn Everything About Airplanes Have…
I got my just desserts, my comeuppance…all courtesy of my pre-teen son! That day—way back in my second year of homeschooling—it came as a stunning newsflash that my son wasn’t nearly as impressed as I with my teaching of history… Back then, you see, I would dutifully prepare by pre-reading the teacher notes in my…
A Note to Our Readers: At the bottom of this review, you will find information about some changes that are coming very soon and that will make this program even better suited to homeschooling families! You can also find more information for parents by clicking here. At the time of this writing, the changes are…
Below you will find reviews of The Tuttle Twins Learn About the Law. Be sure to read all the way to the bottom to find out how you can buy (or possibly win!) a copy of the print book for your children! Also, you’ll find information about an activity workbook that’s now available to go…
