One of the great debates of our day is the impact of Zionism on both American Evangelicalism and our country’s policies. It is hard to overstate how much of America has been impacted, changed, and moved by this one particular view. One need only look at how American Christians insist on the idea that America …
This blank map of Europe is perfect for geography studies, unit studies, or hands-on learning projects. Your children can label the countries, mark cities, add research notes, or use it however fits your current lessons. I’ve found blank maps to be one of the most versatile tools in our homeschool – they work for any …
Don’t Rush by Mrs. Charles E. Cowman “Who is among you that feareth Jehovah, that obeyeth the voice of his servant? He that walketh in darkness and hath no light, let him trust in the name of Jehovah and rely upon his God” (Isa. 50:10, RV). What shall the believer do in times of darkness–the …
Two weeks ago I shared a video with David about the importance of creativity, especially that which we do with our hands. Although he received his graphic design education doing everything manually, he makes a digital living using a screen and a mouse. So the video hit him in a profound way. David has a …
Make a Way by Mrs. Charles E. Cowman “I will make all my mountains a way” (Isa.49:11). God will make obstacles serve His purpose. We all have mountains in our lives. There are people and things that threaten to bar our progress in the Divine life. Those heavy claims, that uncongenial occupation, that thorn in …
Have you ever bought what you thought was the perfect homeschool curriculum, only to discover a few weeks or months later that it just isn’t a good fit for your family? This almost always leads to a back and forth with yourself about what to do. You spent so much time, energy, and/or money on …
Cultivating our individual interests should be a core part of the cozy life. If creating a cozy life is the coming together of purposeful living, simple living, and faithful living, then it should follow that we focus on the things that mean the most to us not only as a family but also as individuals. There are different …
Trouble is a Messenger by Mrs. Charles E. Cowman “My Father is the husbandman” (John 15:1). It is comforting to think of trouble, in whatever form it may come to us, as a heavenly messenger, bringing us something from God. In its earthly aspect it may seem hurtful, even destructive; but in its spiritual out-working …
We are never, ever getting this conversation back into the shadows. A significant and growing percentage of Americans literally no longer cares if you call them an anti-semite. They simply want the truth. I don’t know how this will end. I would guess with massive disclosure about how our greatest ally has been just the …
This blank North America map is perfect for geography studies, unit studies, or hands-on learning projects. Your children can label the countries, mark cities, add research notes, or use it however fits your current lessons. I’ve found blank maps to be one of the most versatile tools in our homeschool – they work for any …
Welcome to my Michigan Unit Study, designed especially for relaxed homeschoolers and families looking to explore Michigan’s rich history, geography, and culture together! This comprehensive and flexible Michigan unit study offers engaging printables, creative activities, real family stories, and more—perfect for discovering Michigan as part of your homeschooling journey. This is a living resource that …
Introduction As part of my Michigan Unit Study resources, I am sharing this true family remembrance as an example of a “living book” for homeschoolers and as a genealogical record for researchers. Johanna (Bruin) Baareman is my husband’s maternal grandmother. She was the last surviving of our grandparents and the only one to meet Caroline, …
