Uploaded November 2024 | Updated September 2026, 9 hours ago
Looking for a way to make this Christmas season extra special in your homeschool? In this episode, Dawn Garrett and I dive into five (unexpected!) reasons why you might not want to do "A Christmas Carol" in your homeschool this year… and why you’ll probably want to give it a go anyway!
In this episode, we talk about:
How "A Christmas Carol" can offer meaningful lessons beyond the story.
Creative ways to use this classic story to engage kids in seasonal learning.
Tips to make it easy and fun, including free resources and activities from Homeschool Better Together!
Whether you’re a fan of Dickens or a little hesitant, you’ll find fresh ideas and encouragement for making "A Christmas Carol" part of your Christmas school.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:29 Introducing the Topic: A Christmas Carol
01:02 Background on Homeschool Better Together's Christmas Gift
02:33 Five Reasons Not to Do A Christmas Carol
02:50 Pam's Initial Dislike for A Christmas Carol
05:29 Reevaluating A Christmas Carol
10:21 The Timeless Appeal of A Christmas Carol
12:46 Debating Modern Interpretations of 'A Christmas Carol'
13:57 Exploring Various Adaptations
14:47 The Muppets' Christmas Carol: A Beloved Classic
17:11 Audiobooks and Other Recommendations
20:30 Exciting New Adaptations and Plans
21:41 Making 'A Christmas Carol' Easy and Fun for Homeschoolers
24:31 Join the Community and Win Prizes
25:18 Final Thoughts and Looking Forward
Mentioned Resources:
Free A Christmas Carol Explorations - pambarnhill.com/christmas
Homeschool Better Together Community - pambarnhill.com/join-the-community-2
Dr. Anthony Esolen's Video on "A Christmas Carol" - youtube.com/watch?v=aq-bV_30Igk
Skolay Sisters Podcast (Episode 46, "Don't Be the White Witch") - scholesisters.com/ss16
Advent Morning Time Plans - pambarnhill.com/product/advent-morning-time-plans
Christmas Celebration Morning Time Plans - pambarnhill.com/product/christmas-morning-time-plans
"A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens - amzn.to/3UD6l6D
"10 Ways to Destroy the Imagination of Your Child" by Anthony Esolen - amzn.to/3UD6l6D
"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" by Barbara Robinson - amzn.to/3NQx5gb
"The Muppet Christmas Carol" (Movie) - amzn.to/4hpgnSN
"A Christmas Carol" Radio Show - themerrybeggars.com/shows/a-christmas-carol
Patrick Stewart performing "A Christmas Carol" (both as a single-person play and audiobook) - archive.org/details/patrick-stewart-performs-a-christmas-carol
Have you used "A Christmas Carol" in your homeschool before? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more tips and seasonal homeschool inspiration. Join our Homeschool Better Together Community to connect with other homeschool moms and share your journey.
📝 Want to get started with creating a plan for your homeschool? Download our free homeschool planner. freehomeschoolplanner.com
For homeschool help delivered with practicality and a dash of sass find me:
pambarnhill.com
facebook.com/yourmorningbasket
instagram.com/yourmorningbasket
pinterest.com/hspambarnhill
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Pam Barnhill is a veteran homeschool mom and mentor focused on helping homeschooling moms and dads with practical homeschool help and innovative homeschooling ideas, helping families to thrive. Get the best simple homeschool planning help and homeschool curriculum suggestions to fit your unique family. Subscribe for brand new videos every Wednesday.
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NOTE: This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support!
Looking for a way to make this Christmas season extra special in your homeschool? In this episode, Dawn Garrett and I dive into five (unexpected!) reasons why you might not want to do "A Christmas Carol" in your homeschool this year… and why you’ll probably want to give it a go anyway!
In this episode, we talk about:
How "A Christmas Carol" can offer meaningful lessons beyond the story.
Creative ways to use this classic story to engage kids in seasonal learning.
Tips to make it easy and fun, including free resources and activities from Homeschool Better Together!
Whether you’re a fan of Dickens or a little hesitant, you’ll find fresh ideas and encouragement for making "A Christmas Carol" part of your Christmas school.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:29 Introducing the Topic: A Christmas Carol
01:02 Background on Homeschool Better Together's Christmas Gift
02:33 Five Reasons Not to Do A Christmas Carol
02:50 Pam's Initial Dislike for A Christmas Carol
05:29 Reevaluating A Christmas Carol
10:21 The Timeless Appeal of A Christmas Carol
12:46 Debating Modern Interpretations of 'A Christmas Carol'
13:57 Exploring Various Adaptations
14:47 The Muppets' Christmas Carol: A Beloved Classic
17:11 Audiobooks and Other Recommendations
20:30 Exciting New Adaptations and Plans
21:41 Making 'A Christmas Carol' Easy and Fun for Homeschoolers
24:31 Join the Community and Win Prizes
25:18 Final Thoughts and Looking Forward
Mentioned Resources:
Free A Christmas Carol Explorations - pambarnhill.com/christmas
Homeschool Better Together Community - pambarnhill.com/join-the-community-2
Dr. Anthony Esolen's Video on "A Christmas Carol" - youtube.com/watch?v=aq-bV_30Igk
Skolay Sisters Podcast (Episode 46, "Don't Be the White Witch") - scholesisters.com/ss16
Advent Morning Time Plans - pambarnhill.com/product/advent-morning-time-plans
Christmas Celebration Morning Time Plans - pambarnhill.com/product/christmas-morning-time-plans
"A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens - amzn.to/3UD6l6D
"10 Ways to Destroy the Imagination of Your Child" by Anthony Esolen - amzn.to/3UD6l6D
"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" by Barbara Robinson - amzn.to/3NQx5gb
"The Muppet Christmas Carol" (Movie) - amzn.to/4hpgnSN
"A Christmas Carol" Radio Show - themerrybeggars.com/shows/a-christmas-carol
Patrick Stewart performing "A Christmas Carol" (both as a single-person play and audiobook) - archive.org/details/patrick-stewart-performs-a-christmas-carol
Have you used "A Christmas Carol" in your homeschool before? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more tips and seasonal homeschool inspiration. Join our Homeschool Better Together Community to connect with other homeschool moms and share your journey.
📝 Want to get started with creating a plan for your homeschool? Download our free homeschool planner. freehomeschoolplanner.com
For homeschool help delivered with practicality and a dash of sass find me:
pambarnhill.com
facebook.com/yourmorningbasket
instagram.com/yourmorningbasket
pinterest.com/hspambarnhill
______________________________________________
Pam Barnhill is a veteran homeschool mom and mentor focused on helping homeschooling moms and dads with practical homeschool help and innovative homeschooling ideas, helping families to thrive. Get the best simple homeschool planning help and homeschool curriculum suggestions to fit your unique family. Subscribe for brand new videos every Wednesday.
_______________________________________________
NOTE: This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support!
