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dawngarrett's review
5.0
I think I've read most - if not all - of the previously public writings included in this book. I hesitate to call it an anthology because there's a thread throughout - a thread of joy and sharing and Christ that leads from selection to selection.
This is the story of six women who listened to their calling, obeyed, and great things have happened because of it.
Each part has that underlying truth, they call it truly "Six Voices, One Story."
I'm thrilled to have all of these passages in one place. I delighted in the fun vignettes of their friendship & sisterhood. I'm especially excited to have the written version of Anne White's talk on Clouds from the AO Camp Meeting. It astounded me then and encouraged me now.
I thought I couldn't be more thankful for AmblesideOnline when I began this book. I was wrong. What a delight to be wrong.
This is the story of six women who listened to their calling, obeyed, and great things have happened because of it.
Each part has that underlying truth, they call it truly "Six Voices, One Story."
I'm thrilled to have all of these passages in one place. I delighted in the fun vignettes of their friendship & sisterhood. I'm especially excited to have the written version of Anne White's talk on Clouds from the AO Camp Meeting. It astounded me then and encouraged me now.
I thought I couldn't be more thankful for AmblesideOnline when I began this book. I was wrong. What a delight to be wrong.
stacikristine's review
challenging
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
This book was good for my soul. What an encouragement! It was a gift to be able to see a glimpse into the lives of the women who created AmblesideOnline, as well as their journey with AO. The homeschool curriculum that they created has been a huge blessing to our family, and I am grateful for their vision, generosity and obedience.
rc_reads's review
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
5.0
A wonderful insight into the creation of the Amblesideonline curriculum. I loved each of the voices in this book, and each brings such a unique perspective. It was more a collection of essays than a linear history, but the variety of topics was interesting.
ashleyselland's review
4.0
This was an enjoyable read. A nice inside look on how Ambleside Online got started and the six women who made it happen. Thank you ladies (and everyone else) who put in all their time to work on AO!
rachelsnowden's review
5.0
What a treat to share in the story of this gift the AO ladies have shared and of their journey. It was good to be reminded of core things about education and to be let in to this sacred space of the friendship and working out this philosophy in their lives and the labor and offering of love from these beautiful ladies.
allison0309's review
4.0
This book is like sitting down and having a cup of tea with dear friends. While telling the AO story it also encourages every homeschooling mom (and non-homeschooling as well!) to spread a feast of ideas for their children and themselves. Educating your children really is far less complicated than many people feel that it is. You are not responsible for making your child grow but for meal planning and giving "adequate and nourishing meals."
I know every one of these women even better through reading these stories and feel their passion for education in their families and helping others become confident and empowered to "teach" their own children. (The topic of "teach" is best left for another day.) Karen, your descriptions are exactly perfect in so many ways, and through your chapters, I've already listed three mothers I'd love to gift this book to. To every one of the advisory members and authors...thank you for the work and love you've put in for so many years.
I know every one of these women even better through reading these stories and feel their passion for education in their families and helping others become confident and empowered to "teach" their own children. (The topic of "teach" is best left for another day.) Karen, your descriptions are exactly perfect in so many ways, and through your chapters, I've already listed three mothers I'd love to gift this book to. To every one of the advisory members and authors...thank you for the work and love you've put in for so many years.
blossomgarden's review
5.0
A very encouraging book! This is the story of AmblesideOnline, but it is also a lovely glimpse into the friendship of six women. I have never met a more lovely group of ladies with hearts so dedicated to others.
I laughed and cried while reading the accounts given by the Advisory. It makes it more 'real' since I have met them all (at least once!); and who they are on the computer is as genuine as they are in person.
If one is particularly interested in the endeavor of AmblesideOnline, reading this will give some insight into the how and why it exists. If one needs some encouragement to stick with a task that they feel called to do (but maybe don't always want to), reading this definitely will not be a negative (although those homeschooling in the Charlotte Mason philosophy will possibly gain the most; possibly).
I loved the different style with which each presented their thoughts, helping me grasp in various ways more about different aspects of AmblesideOnline, education, friendships, and all else that was covered in this lovely book.
I laughed and cried while reading the accounts given by the Advisory. It makes it more 'real' since I have met them all (at least once!); and who they are on the computer is as genuine as they are in person.
If one is particularly interested in the endeavor of AmblesideOnline, reading this will give some insight into the how and why it exists. If one needs some encouragement to stick with a task that they feel called to do (but maybe don't always want to), reading this definitely will not be a negative (although those homeschooling in the Charlotte Mason philosophy will possibly gain the most; possibly).
I loved the different style with which each presented their thoughts, helping me grasp in various ways more about different aspects of AmblesideOnline, education, friendships, and all else that was covered in this lovely book.