Tag Archives: curriculum

Book and Course Recommendation

Posted on 1 June 2011 by Stephanie

This week I received a happy surprise in the form of an email from someone who is just completing the Grammar Lessons Made Easy course.  I wrote back to Suzy and asked her if I could share her email, and … Continue reading →

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How to Succeed at University

Posted on 17 May 2011 by Stephanie

By Celia Walmsley I recently graduated from the University of Auckland with a Bachelor of Arts, even though I never sat a single school exam. My first exam (not counting driving test and music exams) was when I was twenty, … Continue reading →

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Old Blue Study Guide

Posted on 28 March 2011 by Stephanie

A review by Silvia Cashia ‘Old Blue’ by Mary Taylor is an exquisite picture book with remarkable illustrations. The story, a true one, is fascinating.  The study guide has nothing complicated for the mom to prepare extensively for only a … Continue reading →

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A Visit to an Art Gallery Study Guide

Posted on 28 March 2011 by Stephanie

by Eloïse van der Merwe Since embarking on our journey of art appreciation the Charlotte Mason way, we really savour our visits to art galleries when the opportunities arise. We soak up all we can and then spend time browsing … Continue reading →

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2011 HOMESCHOOL DIARY

Posted on 2 January 2011 by Stephanie

New Zealand homeschoolers, check out: New Zealand Diaries The New Zealand Homeschool Diary The New Zealand Student Organiser for Homeschoolers

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How to Teach Grammar

Posted on 28 October 2010 by Stephanie

Here’s a fabulous, brand new, online course for parents to help them teach English grammar to their children in a fun, easy way.  And you don’t need to use grammar worksheets, English grammar exercises, or grammar games for this.  The … Continue reading →

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