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Narration as the Art of Learning: A Conversation with Adrienne Freas

Charlotte Mason, Classical Education, Home Education

What is narration in homeschooling, and why does it matter so much in a Charlotte Mason or classical education? In this episode of Homeschool Conversations with Humility and Doxology, I talk with Adrienne Freas (homeschool veteran, grandmother, author, and classical education consultant) about the art of narration. Adrienne shares how narration goes beyond simple retelling […]

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Faith, Story, and a Literary Life with Dr. Carolyn Weber

Classical Education, Home Education, Homeschooling Styles and How-Tos, Literature and Writing

What does it mean to truly love books, raise readers, and read the Bible not only as literature but as the living Word of God? In this conversation, award-winning author and professor Dr. Carolyn Weber, best known for her memoir Surprised by Oxford, joins me to discuss the intersection of faith and literature, Christian homeschooling,

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The Art of Observation: Enhancing Homeschooling with Nature Study

Charlotte Mason, Classical Education, Home Education, Homeschooling Styles and How-Tos, Science

Homeschooling with nature study offers endless opportunities for discovery and hands-on learning. Whether you lean toward Charlotte Mason’s gentle approach, a Classical method, or something else, sharpening your child’s observation skills transforms everyday experiences into exciting lessons. In this post, we’ll explore why keen observation matters. Through some practical exercises, I’ll show you how nature

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Finding Peace in the Chaos of Homeschooling

Charlotte Mason, Classical Education, Home Education

Being a mom is a rewarding yet demanding job, especially when balancing the many responsibilities of homeschooling, homemaking, and personal life. Erin Cox from Gentle + Classical Press shares how to navigate the busy seasons of motherhood, offering practical advice on how to maintain personal well-being, connect with your identity outside of motherhood, and prioritize

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Wisdom, Truth, and Cultural Discernment with Dr. Carl Trueman

Biblical-Studies, Classical Education, Faith and Family Life, History, Home Education, Homeschooling Styles and How-Tos

In a time when timeless truths are often questioned or redefined, Christian educators must remain rooted in Scripture, engaging with contemporary issues while maintaining humility and wisdom. Dr. Carl Trueman’s reflections on truth, humility, and thinking biblically in today’s world offer essential guidance for those seeking to teach with faithfulness and discernment. This conversation dives

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Classical Education, Homeschooling, and the CLT

Classical Education, Home Education, Homeschooling Styles and How-Tos

In the world of homeschooling, the debate between individualized education and standardized testing often sparks passionate discussions. In today’s podcast episode, I sat down with Regina from the Classic Learning Test to learn more about classical education, homeschooling, and what sets the CLT apart. Discover how the CLT aligns with a customized learning experience, why

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Words, Words, Words: Why (and How) to Teach Writing

Charlotte Mason, Classical Education, Home Education, Literature and Writing

Teaching writing is an essential skill for homeschoolers, helping students develop clear communication and clear thinking, as well as creative expression. In today’s guest post by Olivia Marstall (homeschool graduate, writer, and writing teacher), she shares her journey from a passionate writer to a thoughtful educator, exploring the purpose and art of teaching writing and

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Classical Education for Students with Special Needs

2E and Learning Differences, Classical Education, Home Education, Homeschooling Styles and How-Tos

Classical Education has a reputation for targeting the brightest and most precocious students and providing far too rigorous a path for any but the child prodigy. But is that actually the case? Can classical education provide a path forward for students with special needs? Indeed, classical education contributes to intellectual growth regardless of a child’s

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Delightful Homeschool Art History with Courtney Sanford

Art and Music, Classical Education, Home Education

What is the connection between ideas and art? How can we incorporate the study of art and art history in our other homeschool subjects? What is the place of art history in a Christian classical education? These are just a few of the questions Courtney Sanford and I discussed in today’s Homeschool Conversation episode. Plus,

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Reading for the Love of God with Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson

Classical Education, Home Education, Literature and Writing

Calling all book lovers and want-to-be readers: you won’t want to miss this literary conversation with Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson! We discuss the art of reading, how to approach literature as Christians, why words matter, and more. Plus, you will be sure to enjoy Dr. Wilson’s suggestions for the books every student (and their parents)

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Homesteading and Homeschooling (with Elsie Iudicello)

Charlotte Mason, Classical Education, Home Education

What a delight to have Elsie Iudicello on today’s podcast episode! Elsie is a homesteading, homemaking, homeschool mom of four pursuing a classical Charlotte Mason home education in Florida. You may also recognize her from her writings and participation in the Wild and Free homeschool community. We discuss the value of being connected to the

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Natural Philosophy: Recovering a Natural Science and Christian Pedagogy (with Ravi Jain)

Classical Education, Home Education, Homeschooling Styles and How-Tos, Math, Science

When one of the authors of your favorite book on Christian Classical education agrees to come on the podcast, it just might be the most exciting moment of the year! Ravi Jain joins us this week to discuss a distinctively Christian classical perspective on natural philosophy and how it relates to the liberal arts. It’s

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Truth, Goodness, and Beauty in the Homeschool Preschool

Classical Education, Home Education, Preschool and Kindergarten

Wondering how to include truth, goodness, and beauty in your homeschool preschool? What does it really look like with our little learners? Today’s guest author (and second-generation homeschool mom) Laura McKinney Adams has a lovely perspective to share! Truth, Goodness, and Beauty in the Homeschool Preschool by Laura McKinney Adams You are never too young

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Classical Conversations and Couch Schooling (with Charity Miner)

2E and Learning Differences, Classical Education, Home Education, Homeschooling Styles and How-Tos

Today’s guest is one of my real-life local friends, Charity Miner. She is the mom of 3 teens who’ve enjoyed homeschooling with Classical Conversations, including one who is graduating this year. Charity likes to be your homeschool big sister, and her perspectives on couch schooling, homeschooling a neurodiverse child, and the end goal of Classical

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Latin for Children: our favorite homeschool Latin curriculum from Classical Academic Press

Classical Education, Foreign Language, Home Education

Learn why Latin for Children from Classical Academic Press is my pick for the best homeschool Latin curriculum! I took Latin for several years as a homeschool student and continued my studies with 2 semesters of Latin in college. My favorite of those classes was the semester we did nothing but Latin readings! We’d come

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Plutarch for the Homeschool Family (with Dawn Duran)

Charlotte Mason, Classical Education, Home Education, Literature and Writing

Plutarch, anyone? If you’ve ever wondered why to study Plutarch, how to read Plutarch’s Lives (without getting confused or overwhelmed), and the value Plutarch has for a Charlotte Mason homeschool in particular, then you won’t want to miss this delightful conversation with Dawn Duran! Who is Dawn Duran? Dawn lives in Maryland with her husband,

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A Common Arts Education in Our Classical Homeschool (with Chris Hall)

Classical Education, Home Education, Homeschooling Styles and How-Tos

Hang around with Classical and/or Charlotte Mason educators, and you’ll probably hear about the Liberal Arts pretty quickly. You’ll likely even hear discussion about including the Fine Arts in our homeschool education. But, what about the Common Arts? What does it look like to include the Common Arts in our education, and why are they

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Paideia, Repentance, and Joyful Domesticity as a 2nd-Generation Homeschooler (with Melissa Cummings)

Charlotte Mason, Classical Education, Faith and Family Life, Home Education, Homeschooling Styles and How-Tos, Morning Time and Memory Work

Some of you may already know Melissa Cummings from her work coordinating the Paideia Northwest conference. Perhaps you’ve read her guest post here on HumilityandDoxology.com all about singing the Psalms with our little saints, or you’ve followed her journey learning the Psalms with her own little ones over on Instagram. But whether you know Melissa

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Introduction to Dante’s Divine Comedy #100DaysofDante (with Kristen Rudd and Wesley Callihan)

Classical Education, Home Education, Homeschooling Styles and How-Tos, Literature and Writing

Don’t be Daunted by Dante! Beginners are welcome as we discuss Dante and his Divine Comedy. 100 Days of Dante Starts September 1! Enjoy this webinar replay for a helpful introduction to Dante, then read along with #100daysofdante. One of the greatest literary works of the Medieval era (if not the greatest), Dante’s Comedy can

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Going Gentle to the Good Light

Classical Education, High School, Home Education, Literature and Writing, Poetry

Today we have a special guest writer here at Humility and Doxology: my son, Joshua! Joshua Sloan is a homeschool teen and rising Junior in high school. When he’s not reading Tolkien you can find him playing baseball, strategizing his next chess move, or listening to his extensive music playlists. He recently finished an online

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