EDUCATION

Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. ~ Proverbs 22:6

NEWS, ESSAY & OPINION

TAKE ACTION: New Vaccination Bills Threaten Religious Exemption & Parental Rights

On November 26th, a new package of bills aimed at increasing vaccination rates among children was introduced. These bills have sparked serious concerns about religious liberty, compelled speech, parental rights, and small business good governance.Key Points of the...

Michigan’s Proposed Sex Ed Overhaul: What Michigan Parents Need to Know

Note: This article deals with sensitive and mature subjects and is intended for adult readers only. A bill has been drafted to radically overhaul the way that Michigan’s public schools teach children about sex education, gender, identity, and reproductive rights. If...

Reach, Stretch, Keep Going!

"Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers." - 3 John 1:2 Last Friday, we had a substitute water aerobics' instructor at our community pool. He got in the water with us and cheerfully called out an hour's worth of...

Plea to the Churches of Ottawa County

Issues: Lack of concern for important issues, apathy, poor stewardship, misalignment of priorities, uninformed citizens. Evidences: 20.6% voter turnout in Ottawa County in the May 7, 2024 election to vote for school millages Elaborate spending on school facilities and...

The Best Christian Homeschool Curriculum Programs In 2024

Finding a good homeschooling program, especially a Christian one, can be overwhelming because of all the choices. If you homeschool, you know that the question of which curriculum is always on your mind. Every year, you plan, considering the best and most fitting...

Why Kids are walking away from their faith as adults and what parents can do about it

This topic has really been on my heart lately as a parent of seven young children. I hope that sharing my story and what I've been learning will encourage other parents to be proactive in leading their children in the way of the Lord. When our first child was only six...

Self-Government: Responsibility Before Rights

In November 2023, Ohio voters approved a radical abortion amendment, enshrining late-term abortion into their state constitution.  Michigan voters passed a similar devastating amendment just one year ago.  These election results are understandably shocking to...

SERMONS & VIDEOS

Public, Private or Homeschool?



Pastor: Tim Conway
Text: Proverbs 29:15; Proverbs 21:16
Website: Grace Community Church | San Antonio, TX | Biblical & Reformed

THE LIMITS OF WISDOM & KNOWLEDGE



Pastor: Dr. Voddie Baucham
Text: Ecclesiastes 1:12-18 “And I applied my heart to seek and to search out by wisdom all that is done under heaven.  It is an unhappy business that God has given to the children of man to be busy with…For in much wisdom is much vexation, and he who increases knowledge increases sorrow.”
Website: Home | Voddie Baucham Ministries

Ten Reasons to Homeschool Your Children



Speaker: Kevin Swanson
Message: While homeschooling may not be for everyone, it seems to be a great option for many families. Here are ten reasons why Kevin Swanson chose to homeschool his children.
Website: Radio Program | Generations

EDUCATOR RESOURCES

Teacher Gems: Multi-educational resources for classroom and homeschool educators from a Michigan homeschool parent

The Good and The Beautiful: A Christian homeschool curriculum company offering Language Arts, Math, Science History, and elective courses

Memoria Press: A comprehensive and accessible classical Christian curriculum, emphasizing liberal arts and the great works of the Western tradition

Classical Academic Press: Classical curricula and media with a clear design and structure and incremental and systematic instruction, all with a touch of delight, creativity, and flair. Learning should be fun and beautiful!

Simply Charlotte Mason: An enjoyable feast of many subject areas. Utilizing the Charlotte Mason method, families can use their selections to teach the whole family with living books and their open-and-go daily plans. Find support by checking out their Learning Library articles and videos, encouraging discussion forums and live events, and helpful weekly blog articles and podcasts.

Master Books: Affordable, flexible, and practical.  Master Books offers a Charlotte Mason-inspired approach to learning with living lessons, captivating pictures, engaging stories, and assignments. Its mission is to increase the reader’s faith in God and the authority of His Word.

My Father’s WorldAn affordable homeschool curriculum that combines the best of Charlotte Mason’s ideas, classical education, and unit studies with a biblical worldview and global focus

Easy Peasy: Materials for all grades (Pre-K to High School). It is free and online, or you can purchase the offline curriculum (workbook-based).

Landmark Freedom Baptist CurriculumA full-line curriculum for preschool through 12th grade and an Academy service allowing homeschoolers to earn an official transcript and accredited diploma. They offer complete subject sets containing 36 weeks, plus weekly quizzes and answer keys. No need for lesson plans or teacher’s guides.

Bob Jones University PressA publisher of textbooks and video lessons, creating materials that help parents deliver an education based on sound educational principles, inspiring joy in learning, and rooted in a solid biblical worldview

Accelerated Christian Education (ACE): A Bible-based, Christian K–12 curriculum consisting of reading programs, core curriculum, required electives, and additional instruction programs. Some courses are enhanced with CDs, DVDs, and computer software.

Heart of Dakota: A Christian homeschool curriculum that is easy to use, flexible, educational, and can also be used with multiple ages simultaneously

Gather ‘Round Homeschool: An inexpensive all-inclusive curriculum (except math) for every grade level, offering Charlotte Mason style unit studies and is beautifully presented.  Beautiful and cohesive for teaching mulitple children together while still providing the structure and solidity of engaging and challenging work that is tangible.

Abeka: A well-respected and well-known Christian homeschooling curriculum program for over 30 years that takes a rigorous approach to learning. With Abeka, you can count on proven, time-tested academic excellence along with a biblical worldview so your children can be fully prepared for the future. They offer textbooks, video lessons, teaching aids, and more.

ApologiaA Christ-centered, award-winning homeschool curriculum provider, helping homeschooling students and families learn, live, and defend the Christian faith through print and digital curricula and online classes

Beautiful Feet Books: Teacher Guides and Literature packs are strong here, as they aim to help homeschool parents ignite wonder and connect with their kids through the best stories and guided lessons. 

Hillsdale K-12 Education: Provides free training and resources to educators and families across the country

Hillsdale College Courses: Provides free access to college courses a la carte

Queen Homeschool Supplies: Award-winning books and curricula geared toward the Charlotte Mason style educator

Lamp and Quill: Bible Studies and Devotional Bible Study material for all ages

Rod and StaffSupplies Bible-based textbooks and literature that impart truth and in no way compromise the Word of God

Math U See: Math curriculum designed to teach students specific skills that build as the student progresses

Saxon MathA teaching method for incremental mathematics learning

Reformation Heritage Books | Children: Literature, curriculums and homeschool resources for youth from preschool to young adult

Plugged In: Guides for individuals and family to make appropriate media and entertainment choices by Focus on the Family

Christian Schools International: A leader in Christian education services, supporting schools in their task of teaching students to know God and his world, and to glorify him through service to others

YOUTH BOOKS & MEDIA

The Adventures of Rush Revere: Books by Rush Limbaugh

Adventures In Odyssey: Audio stories by Focus on the Family

Jonathan Park Audio Adventures: Audio adventures that entertain, educate and build the faith of Christian families!

The Good and the Beautiful Book List: Helping families bring uplifting, clean, parent-approved books into their home

STATE GUIDANCE

Nonpublic and Homeschool Options: Michigan guidance for private schools and homeschoolers