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Copywork is one of those timeless homeschool practices that looks simple on the surface but is incredibly rich in benefits. If you’ve ever wondered what copywork is, why it’s worth including in your homeschool, or how to make it more meaningful by tying it to music and the arts, you’re in the right place. Today…

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by trying to fit music into your homeschool day, you’re not alone. As a homeschool mom of eight and a music teacher for more than 30 years, I know the struggle firsthand. I loved music and knew its value—brain-building, character-shaping, and joy-giving—but somehow it always got pushed aside. Today, we’ll…

Musician Spotlight: Leopold Stokowski and the Magic of Fantasia When you picture a conductor, what comes to mind? Maybe someone standing tall and still, baton in hand, making precise little movements to keep the orchestra together. That’s the image many of us have—but Leopold Stokowski completely changed that picture. He didn’t just conduct music. He…

Welcome to the ultimate starter list: The top 10 classical pieces for homeschoolers to listen to in only 15 minutes! Here are two options for doing this listening lesson in only 15 minutes. Compare-and-Notice Talking points before you listen. Quick Teacher Notes So you sound confident at the kitchen table!) Your Free Listening Log: Baroque…

If you’ve ever wished your homeschool included more beauty, art, and creativity — but you’re already stretched thin — Picture Study might be exactly what you need. In just minutes a week, you can introduce your children to the world’s greatest artists, train their attention and observation skills, and cultivate a love for beauty that…