American Christian Education
Washington’s Reverence
By L. R. McCabe Edited by Jeanette Whittaker Much of George Washington’s strength of character was due to his splendid family, as the following little anecdote will testify: While in Westmoreland County, Virginia, on a mission to survey the state of the armies during the Revolutionary War, one of George Washington’s officers chanced upon a […]
What do parents say? The Mighty Works of God
Review – Israel & Brook Wayne, Family Renewal “The Mighty Works of God series provides a tastefully presented United States history to children that captures the intellect and the heart. The ideas of liberty, justice and self-government are woven throughout, harkening to the principles on which the United States was founded, and which will help […]
Noah Webster, Founding Father of American Scholarship and Education
As we honor Noah Webster’s life and legacy, we reflect with gratitude on the remarkable dictionary we use today to guide our understanding of American character, government, education, and liberty.
Contemplating the Constitution – Part I
Contemplating the Constitution – Part I James B. Rose and Barbara Rose, American Christian History Institute Why study the U. S. Constitution? The United States Constitution describes itself as “the supreme Law of the Land” (Art. 6, Sec. 2) – “supreme” or “highest in authority; holding the highest place in government” [Webster 1828 Dictionary]. Judges in […]
The Principle Approach – Teaching Tip #1 – Leading Ideas
One of the keys to implementing the Principle Approach to American Christian Education is to teach not just facts or information but to present principles and ideas. These will remain with the student long after the facts have been forgotten.