How do I protect my kids online without becoming PARANOID ABOUT THE INTERNET? What SIMPLE RULES can I put in place to teach them self-control when it comes to screens? Watch this video for my FOUR rules about the Internet and screens in our homeschool. Build a better family culture! RESOURCES: NYT Article on Screentime and Kids: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/04/well/family/screen-use-tied-to-childrens-brain-development.html NPR on Smartphones and Kids: https://www.npr.org/2019/10/31/774838891/...
Jan 29, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 41
OUR FAMILY MATH CURRICULUM K - 12 (How we make math work for our kids) | Learn the tricks of the trace for NO curriculum, A Beka math, and Saxon. Looking for ideas for your child’s math program? Wondering how anyone can love Saxon? Want the inside look at math in a classical homeschool? Watch me air all my dirty laundry when it comes to mathematics, drills, flashcards, assessments, and even EUCLID! RESOURCES: Sonlight Assessments: https://www.sonlight.com/homeschool/curriculum/placement-tests/ T...
Jan 27, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 40
SIMPLE ACTIVITIES TO DO WITH YOUR PRESCHOOLERS (Activities for curiosity, observation, orderliness, and attention) | Help your younger children thrive. Watch my quick takes on simple activities and tips for making them habitual in the education of your young children. Prepare them for classical education from a young age by tapping into their natural wonder. Deepen your own bond with your child while establishing trust and joyful obedience. It’s never too early to build a classical homeschool! C...
Jan 25, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 39
GREAT SAINT BOOK FOR KIDS: Saints: Lives & Illuminations (Beautiful Illustrations, Excellent Narratives, Ideal for Homeschooling) | Your younger children will love hearing and narrating back these beautifully illustrated and deftly written stories about Catholic saints. This is one of the best saint books for your children’s classical homeschool library. RESOURCES: Saints: Lives and Illuminations by Ruth Sanderson https://www.amazon.com/Saints-Lives-Illuminations-Sanderson-2003-02-07/dp/B01F...
Jan 22, 2021•2 min•Season 1Ep. 37
GREAT SAINT BOOK FOR TEENS & ADULTS: Saints in My Live (Beautiful Reflections, Great Quotes, Practical Application) | You and your high schoolers will appreciate the moving and accessible reflections on great Catholic saints. This is one of the best contemporary saint books to have in your classical homeschool library. RESOURCES: Saints in My Life (Groeschel) https://www.amazon.com/Saints-My-Life-Spiritual-Companions/dp/1592760813 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyTf27-n8UbE6L7LH...
Jan 22, 2021•2 min•Season 1Ep. 37
OUR FAMILY WRITING CURRICULUM K - 12 (How We Raise Confident and JOYFUL Writers) | Find out what programs I use. What do I look for in a writing assignment? Do you feel like your kids hate writing practice? Let me reassure you that it’s not just YOU! Writing is a skill, not a subject: HERE’S WHY! RESOURCES: Designing Your Own Classical Curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/Designing-Your-Own-Classical-Curriculum/dp/0898706602 MY RELATED VIDEOS AND CONTENT: Exploring Nature with Children Review: htt...
Jan 20, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 36
BEST Preschool HABITS for Your Young Children (Prepare Your Child for Classical Homeschooling Success) | Focus on preschool habits that matter. Are you wondering what to do with your homeschooled preschooler? Are you unsure if you’re doing enough? In this video I help you focus on four habits to form in your preschool-aged kids (and YOU!) so that when it’s time to hit the books in the years ahead, you will be set up for classical education success! This video will save hours of research and worr...
Jan 19, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Welcome to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! My name is Erika Ahern and, along with my husband Todd, and our six children we are building Verity Ed to introduce the world to an articulate, coherent, and joyful family-based education and home culture. After 15 years of living the classical homeschool life and working with hundreds of homeschooling families, I took the risk of starting and investing in Verity Ed, putting myself -- our family -- out there for the sake of families who want somet...
Jan 19, 2021•6 min•Season 1Ep. 33
READ BEATRIX POTTER TO YOUR KIDS (Beautiful Illustrations, Great Vocabulary, Memorable Stories) | Your kids will enjoy the wonderful world created by Beatrix Potter. Go beyond Peter Rabbit to discover more of Beatrix Potter’s entertaining, memorable, and delightfully illustrated stories. This is one of the best series to have in your classical homeschool library. RESOURCES: The World of Peter Rabbit - Original Collection https://www.amazon.com/World-Peter-Rabbit-Original-Presentation/dp/07232576...
Jan 15, 2021•1 min•Season 1Ep. 31
ADD BEATRIX POTTER TO YOUR HOMESCHOOL COLLECTION (Kid-Sized, Beautiful Illustrations, Great Vocabulary, Memorable Stories) | You and your kids will enjoy this book collection. Go beyond Peter Rabbit to discover more of Beatrix Potter’s entertaining, memorable, and delightfully illustrated stories. This is one of the best series to have in your classical homeschool library. RESOURCES: The World of Peter Rabbit - Original Collection https://www.amazon.com/World-Peter-Rabbit-Original-Presentation/d...
Jan 15, 2021•7 min•Season 1Ep. 32
BEST Classical MATH PROGRAM (Choose Your Math Program With These Tips) | Help your family succeed with Math. Are you wondering what to look for in a math program? Are you unsure which math curriculum will provide the strongest foundation for your children? My 5 tips will help you differentiate math programs and identify the options that will produce kids who are confident with math, without putting all the pressure on you. This video will save hours of research and trial-and-error. __________ If...
Jan 13, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Welcome to the Verity Ed Philosopher’s Cafe! In these videos, I take a little time to share more of the philosophy of education and culture and a little less of the “how do I do this?” This Cafe is where I drink coffee or something and just wonder with you. ======================== ABOUT VERITY ED: My goal is to help other parents reclaim their role as primary educators of their children. If you’re new to homeschooling, just want some fresh ideas, parent community, and are ready to reboot your f...
Jan 12, 2021•7 min•Season 1Ep. 27
BEST CHARLOTTE MASON RESOURCES FOR HOMESCHOOLERS (Implement Charlotte Mason for Your Younger Kids) | Help your younger kids thrive. Are you interested in Charlotte Mason’s approach for your kids? Are you considering homeschooling using Charlotte Mason but don’t know where to start? Are you overwhelmed by all the Charlotte Mason websites and Pinterest posts? Watch my overview of the 3 BEST websites for Charlotte Mason, and stick around for my BONUS recommendation. This video will save hours and h...
Jan 11, 2021•7 min•Season 1Ep. 28
HOW TO MONTESSORI HOMESCHOOL (Engage Your Younger Kids) | Help your kids thrive. Do you want to learn more about Montessori at home? Watch my interview with Colleen Pressprich, a homeschooling mom of four and published author. She’s going to share her 10-year experience training in Montessori classrooms and her hacks for doing it at home. BONUS: We also talk about homeschooling while being working moms. Watch this video and be encouraged that you can give your kids a great education that prepare...
Jan 04, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Verity Ed review of ALL YE LANDS. Excellent resource, but how does All Ye Lands work for homeschoolers? Watch to find out. Like and leave a comment below. MATERIALS REVIEWED: All Ye Lands: Origins of World Cultures (Catholic Heritage Curriculum): https://www.chcweb.com/catalog/ByGradeLevel/SixthGrade/AllYeLandsOriginsofWorldCultures/product_info.html Daily Lesson Plan for All Ye Lands (Catholic Heritage Curriculum): https://www.chcweb.com/catalog/Exclusives/LessonPlansAndGuides/AllYeLandsDailyLe...
Dec 30, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Welcome back to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! We made it, the Seventh Mansion. Let’s explore with St. Teresa the final home we are all called to and see how we were meant to live. Check out my previous 6 episodes in this series. SUGGESTED READING: Teresa of Avila's Autobiography (Tan Books): https://www.tanbooks.com/autobiography-of-st-teresa-of-avila.html The Doctors of the Church by Pope Benedict XVI: https://www.amazon.com/Doctors-Church-Pope-Benedict-XVI/dp/161278576X Drink of the St...
Dec 20, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Welcome back to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! In Part 6 of our Teresa of Avila series, we move closer to God and into the Sixth Mansion. Check out the previous 5 parts of the series. Let me know what you think! Leave your thoughtful and constructive comments below. If you'd like to see more content like this, hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications. And stay tuned for more in our Catholic Moms Club series. ======================== ABOUT VERITY ED: My goal is to help other...
Dec 17, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 24
This is a Verity Ed curriculum resource review of Lynn Seddon’s Exploring Nature with Children. MATERIALS REVIEWED: Exploring Nature with Children: https://raisinglittleshoots.com/buy-exploring-nature-with-children/ My goal is to help other parents reclaim their role as primary educators of their children. If you’re new to homeschooling, just want some fresh ideas, parent community, and are ready to reboot your family culture, then please join us. Hit subscribe and visit our website, verityed.co...
Dec 16, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Today I’m going to talk with you about how we celebrate the “O Antiphons” in our house as a part of our Advent practice! SCRIPTURAL BASIS OF THE O ANTIPHONS: O Sapientia (O Wisdom): Isaiah 11:2–3; 28:29. O Adonai (O Lord): Isaiah 11:4–5; 33:22. O Radix Jesse (O Root of Jesse): Isaiah 1:1; 11:10. O Clavis David (O Key of David): Isaiah 9:6; 22:22. O Oriens (O Rising Sun): Isaiah 9:1. O Rex Gentium (O King of the Nations): Isaiah 9:5; 2:4. O Emmanuel (God with us): Isaiah 7:14 HELPFUL RESOURCES: O...
Dec 15, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Welcome back to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! In Part 5 of our Teresa of Avila series, we enter deeper into The Interior Castle to meditate on the Fifth Mansion. Check out the previous 4 parts of this series. Let me know what you think! Leave your thoughtful and constructive comments below. If you'd like to see more content like this, hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications. And stay tuned for more in our Catholic Moms Club series. ======================== ABOUT VERITY ED...
Dec 13, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Welcome back to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! In Part 4 of our Teresa of Avila series, we continue through The Interior Castle and into the Fourth Mansion. Check out the previous 3 parts of the series. Let me know what you think! Leave your thoughtful and constructive comments below. If you'd like to see more content like this, hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications. And stay tuned for more in our Catholic Moms Club series. ======================== ABOUT VERITY ED: My go...
Dec 10, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Hey heroes! Welcome to Verity Ed. This is a Verity Ed curriculum resource review of Memoria Press’ Science offerings. MATERIALS REVIEWED: The Book of Insects Set by Memoria Press: https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/science/book-insects/ The Book of Trees Set by Memoria Press: https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/science/book-trees/#addsearch=book%20of%20insects My goal is to help other parents reclaim their role as primary educators of their children. If you’re new to homeschooling, just...
Dec 09, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Welcome back to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! In Part 3 of our Teresa of Avila series, we continue through The Interior Castle and medicate on moving into the Third Mansion. Be sure to check out previous parts of this series. Let me know what you think! Leave your thoughtful and constructive comments below. If you'd like to see more content like this, hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications. And stay tuned for more in our Catholic Moms Club series. =======================...
Dec 06, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Welcome back to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! In Part 2 of our Teresa of Avila series, we continue through The Interior Castle and medicate on moving into the Second Mansion. Be sure to check out the previous part of this series. Let me know what you think! Leave your thoughtful and constructive comments below. If you'd like to see more content like this, hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications. And stay tuned for more in our Catholic Moms Club series. ===================...
Dec 02, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Welcome back to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! In Part 1 of our Teresa of Avila series, I introduce you to Teresa’s work The Interior Castle and walk you through the First Mansion. Let me know what you think! Leave your thoughtful and constructive comments below. If you'd like to see more content like this, hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications. And stay tuned for more in our Catholic Moms Club series. ======================== ABOUT VERITY ED: My goal is to help other pa...
Nov 30, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Welcome back to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! In Part 4 of our “What’s My Style” series, I cover UNSCHOOLING. Also check out the other parts of this series, including Conventional, Classical, and Charlotte Mason homeschooling. Let me know what you think! Leave your thoughtful and constructive comments below. If you'd like to see more content like this, hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications. ======================== ABOUT VERITY ED: My goal is to help other parents recla...
Oct 21, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Welcome back to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! In Part 3 of our “What’s My Style” series, I cover CHARLOTTE MASON home schooling. Also check out the other parts of this series, including Conventional, Classical, and Unschooling homeschooling. Let me know what you think! Leave your thoughtful and constructive comments below. If you'd like to see more content like this, hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications. ======================== ABOUT VERITY ED: My goal is to help othe...
Oct 20, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Welcome back to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! In Part 2 of our “What’s My Style” series, I cover CLASSICAL home schooling. Also check out the other parts of this series, including Conventional, Charlotte Mason, and Unschooling. Let me know what you think! Leave your thoughtful and constructive comments below. If you'd like to see more content like this, hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications. ======================== ABOUT VERITY ED: My goal is to help other parents recl...
Oct 19, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Welcome back to Verity Ed, where parents are primary! Today I’m starting a series on different home school approaches. In Part 1, I cover CONVENTIONAL home schooling. Also check out: Part 2: Classical Home Schooling ( https://youtu.be/rWPTGus_vUk ) Part 3: Charlotte Mason ( https://youtu.be/dho8eVUu0s0 ) Part 4: Unschooling ( https://youtu.be/FsM1YtxAR5Q ) Let me know what you think! Leave your thoughtful and constructive comments below. If you'd like to see more content like this, hit the thumb...
Oct 18, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Welcome to Verity Ed (https://verityed.com) -- where parents are primary! In this 3-part series, I’m going to teach you how to AVOID the 3 most common home schooling pitfalls. Pitfall #3 is A HOUSE DIVIDED. Also check out Pitfalls #1 (Overcommitment) and #2 (Switching Annually). Let me know what you think! Leave your thoughtful and constructive comments below. If you'd like to see more content like this, hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and turn on notifications. ======================== ABOUT VERI...
Oct 18, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 7
