Ep. 44 - The Beauty of Living Books // Anthony Coalfield
12/18/24 • 63 min
The Beauty of Living Books vs Boring Textbooks - Explained
Christy-Faith and Anthony Coalfield explore the power of living books in education, especially for homeschooling families. Discover how engaging narratives can spark emotional connections, foster critical thinking, and deepen understanding of subjects like history and science.
EP. 44
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🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES
Free Homeschooling Resources
Find it here: https://christy-faith.com/links
Thrive Homeschool Community
Connect with Christy-Faith and build a homeschool that does right by your kids: https://christy-faith.com/thrive
Christy-Faith’s List
The first place you look to find homeschool-friendly service providers, businesses, and colleges: https://christy-faiths-list.com
Pick up your copy of Christy-Faith’s latest book!
Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System
https://christy-faith.com/book-homeschool-rising
SHOW SPONSORS
BJU Press Homeschool
All in one or specific courses
Biblical worldview
Critical thinking
Hands-on learning
The perfect balance of structure and flexibility.
Visit https://www.bjupresshomeschool.com/
CTC Math
Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum
https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school?tr_id=CF
LearningRx
Is your child struggling with attention, memory, reading, writing, or math?
It’s time for a breakthrough with LearningRx!
Go to https://LearningRx.com or call 866-272-4601
(Use code HOME50 for $50 off Cognitive Skills Assessment)
ABOUT TODAY'S GUEST
Anthony is a homeschooling father of three from Australia. Along with his wife he embraced living books to inspire creativity and critical thinking in their children’s education. What started as a personal journey to nurture their kids' curiosity has grown into a business reprinting these resources for other parents. He's excited to share insights on how living books can enrich any educational approach.
www.livingbookpress.com
www.facebook.com/livingbookpress/
www.instagram.com/livingbookpress/
SHOW RECAP
- Living books provide insights into others' lives and experiences.
- Emotional connections enhance memory retention in learning.
- Living books can inspire creativity and critical thinking in children.
- Teaching history through stories makes it relatable and memorable.
- The goal of homeschooling should be to raise confident, critical thinkers.
- Living books can transform the teaching of various subjects.
- Narration helps children process and understand what they read.
- Old literature can be challenging but is often more engaging.
- Modern living books are also available and valuable for learning.
- Tailoring education to neurodiverse learners is essential for their growth.
📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this video with others who are currently homeschoolers or homeschool curious. When we help others succeed, we all win, and our children are worth the effort. Spread the word to educate and support parents looking into providing the best home education for their kids.
💬 What are your biggest questions about living books? Let us know in the comments below.
#livingbooks #homeschooling #CharlotteMason #education #socialemotionallearning #literature #criticalthinking #sel #history #readingcomprehension
The Beauty of Living Books vs Boring Textbooks - Explained
Christy-Faith and Anthony Coalfield explore the power of living books in education, especially for homeschooling families. Discover how engaging narratives can spark emotional connections, foster critical thinking, and deepen understanding of subjects like history and science.
EP. 44
_._
🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES
Free Homeschooling Resources
Find it here: https://christy-faith.com/links
Thrive Homeschool Community
Connect with Christy-Faith and build a homeschool that does right by your kids: https://christy-faith.com/thrive
Christy-Faith’s List
The first place you look to find homeschool-friendly service providers, businesses, and colleges: https://christy-faiths-list.com
Pick up your copy of Christy-Faith’s latest book!
Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System
https://christy-faith.com/book-homeschool-rising
SHOW SPONSORS
BJU Press Homeschool
All in one or specific courses
Biblical worldview
Critical thinking
Hands-on learning
The perfect balance of structure and flexibility.
Visit https://www.bjupresshomeschool.com/
CTC Math
Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum
https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school?tr_id=CF
LearningRx
Is your child struggling with attention, memory, reading, writing, or math?
It’s time for a breakthrough with LearningRx!
Go to https://LearningRx.com or call 866-272-4601
(Use code HOME50 for $50 off Cognitive Skills Assessment)
ABOUT TODAY'S GUEST
Anthony is a homeschooling father of three from Australia. Along with his wife he embraced living books to inspire creativity and critical thinking in their children’s education. What started as a personal journey to nurture their kids' curiosity has grown into a business reprinting these resources for other parents. He's excited to share insights on how living books can enrich any educational approach.
www.livingbookpress.com
www.facebook.com/livingbookpress/
www.instagram.com/livingbookpress/
SHOW RECAP
- Living books provide insights into others' lives and experiences.
- Emotional connections enhance memory retention in learning.
- Living books can inspire creativity and critical thinking in children.
- Teaching history through stories makes it relatable and memorable.
- The goal of homeschooling should be to raise confident, critical thinkers.
- Living books can transform the teaching of various subjects.
- Narration helps children process and understand what they read.
- Old literature can be challenging but is often more engaging.
- Modern living books are also available and valuable for learning.
- Tailoring education to neurodiverse learners is essential for their growth.
📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this video with others who are currently homeschoolers or homeschool curious. When we help others succeed, we all win, and our children are worth the effort. Spread the word to educate and support parents looking into providing the best home education for their kids.
💬 What are your biggest questions about living books? Let us know in the comments below.
#livingbooks #homeschooling #CharlotteMason #education #socialemotionallearning #literature #criticalthinking #sel #history #readingcomprehension
Previous Episode
Ep. 43 - 5 Myths of Homeschooling for High School // LaNissir James
5 Myths of Homeschooling for High School - Explained
Curious about homeschooling in high school and how it works? In this video, Christy-Faith and LaNissir James tackle the 5 biggest myths about homeschooling high schoolers and provides actionable advice to help you succeed. Whether you're preparing for homeschooling high school or wondering how to homeschool a high schooler, we’ve got you covered!
EP. 43
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🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES
Free Homeschooling Resources
Find it here: https://christy-faith.com/links
Thrive Homeschool Community
Connect with Christy-Faith and build a homeschool that does right by your kids: https://christy-faith.com/thrive
Christy-Faith’s List
The first place you look to find homeschool-friendly service providers, businesses, and colleges: https://christy-faiths-list.com
Pick up your copy of Christy-Faith’s latest book!
Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System
https://christy-faith.com/book-homeschool-rising
SHOW SPONSORS
BJU Press Homeschool
All in one or specific courses
Biblical worldview
Critical thinking
Hands-on learning
The perfect balance of structure and flexibility.
Visit https://www.bjupresshomeschool.com/
CTC Math
Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum
https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school?tr_id=CF
ABOUT TODAY'S GUEST
LaNissir James is an author, consultant, and enthusiastic speaker who inspires others through real-life experiences. With a BS in journalism from the University of Maryland, she has served the homeschool community for over 20 years, guiding countless students to college, careers, and beyond. As a certified Myers-Briggs practitioner, she enriches her clients' interpersonal communication. A homeschool mom of seven and the author of Mom's Manual.
Visit LaNissirJames.com
Get LaNissir's book Mom's Manual - https://amzn.to/41woDLi
SHOW RECAP
Ready to dig in? Let's get started.
Here’s what we cover.
✔️ Myth #1
Homeschoolers Can’t Go to College – And we cover why colleges love homeschoolers and how to prepare for success.
✔️ Myth #2
It Doesn't Takes Years to Prepare for College – It does take planning, so start early. Learn how simple steps make homeschooling through high school a powerful path to college, preparing and planning years in advance.
✔️ Myth #3
Electives and Interests Don’t Matter – See why and how unique electives and pursuing your child's passions can give them an edge.
✔️ Myth #4
The R's – Recommendations, Resumes, and Record-Keeping – Find out how to stay organized and create a standout homeschool high school record that opens most college doors with ease.
✔️ Myth #5
Your individual homeschool plan shouldn't include things that your teen loves -- Cultivate a love for learning by exposing your child to things they love doing or think that they will love doing as a career.
If you’re looking for tips on how to make homeschooling fun for high school or wondering how does homeschooling work in high school, this episode will give you all the answers!
📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this video with others who are currently homeschoolers or plan to take on high school homeschooling. When we help others succeed, we all win, and our children are worth the effort. Spread the word to educate and support parents looking into homeschooling high schoolers.
💬 What’s your biggest questions about homeschooling high schoolers? Let us know in the comments below.
#Christy-Faith#HomeschoolingHighSchool #HowToHomeschoolHighSchool #HomeschoolingHighSchoolers #HighSchoolHomeschool #PreparingForHomeschoolingHighSchool #HomeschoolPodcast
Next Episode
Ep. 45 - Homeschooling Failure Is NOT The End // Shanxi Omoniyi
Failure is Part of the Homeschooling Journey
Christy-Faith chats with Shanxi Omoniyi, a second-generation homeschooler, to explore the unique experiences and insights of homeschooling. They discuss the importance of embracing failure as a learning opportunity, the socialization aspects of homeschooling, and the challenges faced by parents in creating a unique educational experience for their children.
EP. 45
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🛠️ LINKS & RESOURCES
Free Homeschooling Resources
Find it here: https://christy-faith.com/links
Thrive Homeschool Community
Connect with Christy-Faith and build a homeschool that does right by your kids: https://christy-faith.com/thrive
Christy-Faith’s List
The first place you look to find homeschool-friendly service providers, businesses, and colleges: https://christy-faiths-list.com
Pick up your copy of Christy-Faith’s latest book!
Homeschool Rising: Shattering Myths, Finding Courage, and Opting Out of the School System
https://christy-faith.com/book-homeschool-rising
SHOW SPONSORS
BJU Press Homeschool
All in one or specific courses
Biblical worldview
Critical thinking
Hands-on learning
The perfect balance of structure and flexibility.
Visit https://www.bjupresshomeschool.com/
CTC Math
Get 50% off my favorite online math curriculum
https://ctcmath.com/how-it-works/home-school?tr_id=CF
ABOUT TODAY'S GUEST
Shanxi Omoniyi is online content director and homeschool alumna of Midwest Parent Educators (MPE), a nonprofit serving homeschoolers in Kansas City and the regional Midwest. Shanxi graduated from the University of Kansas with journalism and English degrees. After several years as a newspaper copy editor and online content manager, she founded her own digital marketing business, Wordspire LLC. She now homeschools her own children.
https://midwesthomeschoolers.org/
SHOW RECAP
- Give yourself the freedom to fail.
- Homeschooling provides one-on-one attention that can enhance learning.
- Passion for subjects can lead to career paths.
- Socialization in homeschooling can be diverse and enriching.
- Every homeschool experience is unique to the family.
- Comparison can drain the joy from homeschooling.
- It's okay to have gaps in learning; they can be revisited later.
- Parents should model a growth mindset for their children.
📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this video with others who are currently homeschoolers or homeschool curious. When we help others succeed, we all win, and our children are worth the effort. Spread the word to educate and support parents looking into providing the best home education for their kids.
💬 What are your biggest questions about living books? Let us know in the comments below.
#christy-faith #homeschooling #secondgenhomeschoolers #education #socialization #growthmindset #freedomtofail
The Christy-Faith Show - Ep. 44 - The Beauty of Living Books // Anthony Coalfield
Transcript
Just because I haven't experienced them and just because I may not notice them in my day to day life doesn't mean that they don't happen to other people. I think so often we view everything through our own prism and our own lens, and if something has never affected us, we think it mustn't really affect others as well. And I think just the understanding through living books we get of other people's lives and other people's journeys.
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