Monthly Archives: June 2005

What exactly is the Principle Approach?

Posted on June 29, 2005 by

I know some of you who visit aren’t really sure what BPA is. You may have a good idea but would like to know more. FACE has penned this excellent definition (available on their Web site): “The Principle Approach has been called ‘reflective teaching and learning.’ It is America’s historic method of Biblical reasoning which places the Truths (or principles) of God’s Word at the heart of education. Each subject is predicated upon God’s Biblical … read on, my friend…

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Spirit of excellence in notebooks

Posted on June 27, 2005 by

(my apologies in advance for this long post. It was impossible to shorten it.) At our Bible principles group we had a question about notebooks and excellence and what exactly should be required. I liked the response so much I asked permission to post it. Question: I have a question about notebooking… how much do we insist that this be their very best work? I am almost certain one would not find messy notebooks from … read on, my friend…

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The Homeschool Companion

Posted on June 19, 2005 by

FACE offers this handy guide. It used to be free but now they charge five bucks (it’s free when you place a book order). I have really enjoyed this book and recommend it to any PA homeschooler, not just the ones using the Noah Plan. “What’s the big deal?” you ask. Well, it’s a wealth of encouragement and information. Of course it covers basic PA philosophy and anecdotes form homeschool life but it’s more practical … read on, my friend…

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