Over the summer, I will be continuing the tradition of spending each Monday (“Mathday“) talking about math studies, in keeping with the theme of this year’s *free* Parent Practicums. Have you attended one yet? Mathday, June 17 || Parent Practicum and the Number Zero Not sure that a Parent Practicum about math is for you? Read more
Contrary to what popular TV shows and movies might indicate, not all fictional parents are out-of-touch, overbearing, or absent. In the weeks leading up to Fathers’ Day, I’m sharing a few of my favorite fictional fathers and encourage you to share these and other models of imperfect, dedicated fatherhood with your families. I hope you Read more
Start your summer mornings by savoring ideas with these articles from the Classical Conversations Writers’ Circle. Find new books to read, get excited about new areas of study, and, most importantly, renew your mind as you enjoy the conversations. Summer Reading, by Andrea Newitt Summer Read Alouds, by Jennifer Courtney Glorious Freedom, Read more
Over the summer, I will be continuing the tradition of spending each Monday (“Mathday“) talking about math studies, in keeping with the theme of this year’s *free* Parent Practicums. Have you attended one yet? Mathday, June 10 || Summer Math Games Today, I want to share with you a series of Summer Math Games, from Read more
Contrary to what popular TV shows and movies might indicate, not all fictional parents are out-of-touch, overbearing, or absent. In the weeks leading up to Fathers’ Day, I’m sharing a few of my favorite fictional fathers and encourage you to share these and other models of imperfect, dedicated fatherhood with your families. I hope you Read more
Start your summer mornings by savoring ideas with these articles from the Classical Conversations Writers’ Circle. Be inspired, be challenged, be refreshed, and renew your mind as you enjoy the conversations. What Shakespeare Knew About Perpetual Motion and the Busy Monster, by Jen Greenholt How to Raise a Hero (Four Important Activities Read more
Over the summer, I will be continuing the tradition of spending each Monday (“Mathday“) talking about math studies, in keeping with the theme of this year’s *free* Parent Practicums. Have you attended one yet? Mathday, June 3 || Uneven Odds A few summers ago, some of my former students and I set out to disprove Read more
Contrary to what popular TV shows and movies might indicate, not all fictional parents are out-of-touch, overbearing, or absent. In the weeks leading up to Fathers’ Day, I want to share with you a few of my favorite fictional fathers and encourage you to share these and other models of imperfect, dedicated fatherhood with your Read more
In an age when many are telling
parents who they aren't...
Leigh Bortins reminds parents who they are.
Leigh Bortins is a nationally acclaimed educator, perhaps best known for her ability to demystify the fundamental tools of learning. As a teacher, author and commentator, Leigh is credited with helping to launch the “home-centered learning” education movement.
In an age when many are telling
parents who they aren\'t...
Leigh Bortins reminds parents who they are.
Leigh Bortins is a nationally acclaimed educator,
perhaps best known for her ability to demystify
the fundamental tools of learning. As a teacher,
author, and commentator, Leigh is credited with
helping to launch the “home-centered learning”
education movement.
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