Modern Homeschool Today

After reading the well trained mind I'm inspired! I'm finding myself drawn to a classical style of homeschooling with plenty of time for free-learning and creativity. I love the strong literature focus of the classical style so I decided to follow some of the recommendations which include the grammar workbooks called first language lessons and the introduction of history even for the younger kids. The history curriculum is called the story of the world . Susan Wise Bauer explains that history is the most absorbing and enthralling story you can tell a young child because it's true! I ordered volume 1: Ancient times which is designed as a child's first introduction to history. I bought the narrative and the workbook. We completed the first lesson over two days this week. It was an introduction to the idea of history and activities centered around finding out their own history and the history of our family. So...to teach the kids about their own history ...