Books as Treasured Friends | Episode 79

Podcast

Carole is back with Bruce and Sonya Manson for part two of their conversation. The Mansons have attended Carole’s seminars in California for many years and have become veteran homeschoolers with a wealth of experience and wisdom to share.

In this episode, Carole and the Mansons talk about some of their family’s most treasured books and the lasting impact that literature has had on their family over the years. They discuss how a rich reading life shapes children, builds character, and becomes part of the fabric of family life. Bruce also shares how Carole’s approach to literature-based education influenced the way he taught in the public school classroom.

You’ll hear about:

Helping children become lifelong lovers of books
The power of biography to shape and inspire children
The value of missionary stories
Using service projects as part of a child’s education
How Carole’s method influenced Bruce’s teaching in the public school
Why simply “doing school at home” falls short
Building an education that goes far beyond academics

Books mentioned in this episode:

“Crow Boy” by Taro Yashima
Trailblazers series by Christian Focus Publications
Torchbearers series by Christian Focus Publications
“Until the Day Breaks” by Patricia St. John
“Charlotte’s Web” by E.B. White
“Heidi” by Johanna Spyri

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Resources:

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+ Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.
+ Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!
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