A little love of history.

 There are many things I enjoy about homeschooling the boys this year. I think an important part, and something that I really love, is getting to teach history to them.

I have always loved history-- I was reading historical fiction in elementary school I think. But it wasn't until college that I really took a deep interest in studying history. I love sitting in lectures and taking notes. I like to see how civilizations grew and progressed over time. I love learning about marginal groups and gender roles and how societies functioned on very basic levels. I find it all so fascinating. 

I love to travel to historical places and walk where these civilizations existed so many years ago.

I love to find historical things nearby and learn a little about local history.

And this year, I have been able to introduce a bit of this love of history to the boys. And they like it too. Time will tell if they develop any real or deep interest in history, but for now they do seem to like it best of the subjects we study. 

History is important. Understanding and respecting the lived experiences of people from the past is important. It allows for study and reflection and critical thinking and hard conversations. 

I hope the boys develop at least a little love of history and carry it with them through life.

A Greek feast in honor of finishing out unit on Ancient Greece!

(On the menu: baked fish; olive oil and herbs; bread; olives; grapes; honey; tomatoes; feta cheese; quinoa- (not Greek at all 😂); and cucumbers)