Classical Et Cetera Should Video Games Have a Place in Your Homeschool? | Classical Et Cetera Mailbag
Feb 4, 2026
They debate whether video games belong in a homeschool and how to set sensible limits. They share practical ideas for handling boredom and building attention in children. They discuss balancing modern pop culture awareness with focus on older literature and cultural formation. Short, concrete strategies for chores, outdoor play, and shared teacher reading also come up.
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Foster Baby Calmed Only By Screens
- Paul describes a foster baby who only calmed when she could see a TV screen, prompting a rule change.
- He and his family removed screens while the baby was awake to teach other ways to self-soothe.
Build Teacher Unity Through Shared Reading
- Encourage teachers to read assigned literature together as a faculty to build shared context.
- Hold regular discussions or article reviews to deepen understanding before classroom instruction.
Reading What You Don't Love Builds Empathy
- Tanya described joining a group read of The Lord of the Rings to learn why fans love it despite it not being her genre.
- Talking with enthusiasts helped her teach and appreciate the work even without becoming a fan.
