I need the input of other parents on how they are teaching their
children the pagan faith. Some mothers I know locally started a group
for children that my son and I did attend a few times. Unfortunately I
felt there was very little structure and my son was losing interest.
Since then I have been reflecting on the urge to start my own system. I
dont know exactly the structure I will follow but I know that I want to
help the children connect and understand mother nature before they are
taught the nitty gritty. After that I would like the children to learn
to listen to their instincts and self reflection and esteem. From there
the Gods and Goddeses....elements.....and eventually introduction (not
emersion) to many pagan paths and religions. That is about as much as I
have thought of.
Once I have the first "unit" together i know
of some free online school sites I will post it so all pagan parents
can have a teaching resource. I have looked and looked and find only
sites that have limited information, tips and lessons. There are many
books (great books) but no one book for children from the beginning of
learning self, and the world around you. Some sites are for
homeschooling and include all subjects and are ment for full time
classes. (Too heavy for weekly family activities) There are many many
sites for adults to path study that are free. I feel that it is vital
we as parents provide our children, the fruit of tomorrow, with all the
tools they need.
Any tips will be greatly appreciated so Covenspacers.....Sound off!
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That's a great idea! I have also been trying to find something more solid to teach my kids. We already homeschool and have some great resources but when it comes to teaching faith to kids it gets a little ambiguous. It's even more difficult when your eclectic. I've thought of making my own curriculum of the basic things they need to know. Mine are old enough to start learning the basic technical stuff--elements, colors, etc. phaedra |




Sounds like you have a great plan! The only thing I have as a tip is that when my kids have asked a question I answer it truthfully. Then as long as I have their attention, I go on to the other peoples thoughts on the subject, my opinion, and ask their ideas. Trying to make the "teaching" more conversation than lecture. But my kids are 16, 18 and 22. We'll just have to wait and see if I should have told them everything I did! LOL
Badger08:49 PM MST