Thomas Jefferson Education

Well, I have officially found something else I am in love with! TJ Ed! I kind of heard about it as I was researching homeschooling last summer, but didn't really understand it so I didn't delve into it much. Then a few months ago I caught wind of it again and felt like I should find out more. So I did some research online, then checked the book out of the library. And now I am in love with it! It is not a homeschool program as much as it is a philosophy. The wonderful thing about it is that it is pretty much MY philosophy that I came up with at the beginning of our homeschool experience. It is so inline with it, that I was truly amazed. I knew what I was TRYING to do, and yet just couldn't figure out how exactly to accomplish it. Then, when I read this book it was like a light came on and I knew that I could do it by following this kind of program!
One of the best parts about it is that it strongly emphises "You, not them", meaning that I get to educate myself and be an example to them and teach them through the things that I am learning and interested in. I have a fabulous reason and excuse to read and educate myself now, as well as my children.
Anyway, I will be starting to post on here some more of the philosophies of TJ Ed. Some of the things I am learning, and that the kids are doing. It is still going to be a growing process for us all, and I hope to see the growth through this blog.