The ability to think critically and analytically then confidently reach their own conclusion is one of my main homeschooling goals for the children. We learn lots of history (and that’s great). But my desire is to use history to teach the children more transferable skills, rather than simple knowledge. I want them to think, hypothesise, predict, problem solve and support……
Category: Historical Discussions
Historical Discussions in Your Homeschool
Education is a funny thing, meaning different things to different people. We are in a strong position as home schoolers to educate our children with our family goals in mind. I’ve said it before, but I don’t want the children to simply learn facts. Ideally, I’d like to see them learning from the lives of……
Crusades Activity – Persuasive Poster
This post outlines a homeschooling activity where children create a persuasive poster inspired by Pope Urban II’s 1095 speech. The project emphasizes propaganda techniques and encourages artistic expression, culminating in a powerful message using Latin. This engaging exploration enhances their understanding of rhetoric, history, and the significance of persuasive communication.