Classical Conversations is perhaps best known for its nation-wide network of communities to help parents provide their children with a Christian classical education. Begun in 1997 with 11 students, it has grown to over 36,000 students in 35 states, 5 countries and 3 continents. The organization has recently published a new handwriting series called PreScripts. … Read more
Talk to a ‘seasoned’ homeschooler and odds are that they have either used or at least heard about the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW). The company originated after Andrew Pudewa found himself a requested presenter to help teachers learn how to teach writing based on the structure and style in composition seminar taught by … Read more
photo credit I believe most of us look forward to watching fireworks on the 4th of July, but do we really remember what the importance of this day is all about? On July 4, 1776 the Declaration of Independence was officially adopted and we became our own country from Great Britain. Very exciting! That is … Read more
Moving Beyond the Page is a literature-rich curriculum that encourages children to think both critically and creatively. Appealing to multiple learning styles, the units are engaging and challenging. Children will think independently and “outside-the-box” as they respond to their reading through activities and projects. Meeting state and national standards, you won’t find gaps within the Moving Beyond the Page … Read more
You would think that suggesting we do school during the summer would make me an unpopular mommy, but truly, I did not have any problems introducing the idea to my children. We have been homeschooling through summer for a few years and it works well for our family. There are a few steps that I … Read more