Pete Hegseth, nominated Secretary of Defense, is urging parents to take a more active role in their children’s education, especially in today’s complex world. His message? Classical education is key — teaching our children to think critically, understand history, and engage deeply with timeless texts in literature, philosophy, and logic. While not every family may have access to formal classical education, parents can still support these values at home. Whether by encouraging deep thinking, … [Read more...]
Free Latin Noun Declensions Memorization Chart: Boost Your Student’s Latin Skills Today!
Looking for an easy way to help your student master the 5 Latin noun declensions? This simple, effective free downloadable chart is designed to break down all the declensions in their forms, making it a perfect tool for early Latin learning, regardless of the curriculum you're using. This chart is especially helpful for students in the Classical Conversations Foundations program, where declensions are introduced early on. It provides a strong foundation and reinforces what they’re learning in … [Read more...]
Free Sequence Game for Reviewing Memory Work
Looking for a fun way to review your Classical Conversations (CC) memory work? Try Sequence! Whether you want to review the whole year or focus on just a few weeks, this simple game is perfect for all ages and is easy to use for all three CC cycles. Print the cards on colorful cardstock, lay them out, and let the competition begin! The first player to get six in a row (or four for younger kids) wins—but watch out, because opponents can block your moves! This competitive twist always keeps things … [Read more...]
Is Memory Work Worth It?
As parents, we often question whether we’re making the right educational choices for our kids. Our personal journey hasn’t always been linear, and our children haven’t always been homeschooled. We take each year as it comes, deciding what’s best for each child. My oldest, now a junior in high school, has thrived in various educational settings, including Classical Conversations (CC). Her time in CC has been marked by starts and stops. After completing 2.5 years in Foundations from ages 5 to 7 … [Read more...]
Finding Your Homeschool Rhythm: Simplifying Classical Conversations Presentations with Public Speaking for Kids
As we dive into another homeschool year, many of us are trying to settle into a rhythm that works for our families. With lessons, activities, and everyday life to juggle, finding balance can feel like a challenge—especially when it comes to preparing for Classical Conversations presentations. In Classical Conversations Foundations, our kids give weekly presentations, which is a fantastic way to build their public speaking skills early on. But let’s be honest, preparing for those … [Read more...]
Four More Days…
Is your student comfortable speaking in front of people, but missing that “wow” factor? Do you wish they did a better job of capturing the audience’s attention? "Public Speaking for Kids" gives your student specific skills to communicate confidently. But don't take my word for it!.... Praise for "Public Speaking for Kids": “We have loved this curriculum so far! The best part is how easy it is to use and how well-organized each week is. I like how each week a new presentation skill is … [Read more...]
My Memory Work Lapbooks for Cycle 2!!
I am happy to announce that the My Memory Work Lapbooks for Cycle 2 have been updated!! These Lapbooks are a creative way of recording and reviewing your Memory Work. Think of them as a home-made pop-up book with your Memory Work studies on them! There are templates for every subject - History, Geography, Science, English Grammar, Latin, History Timeline, Scripture Memory, & Fine Arts! Your Kids will love them! Use them for hands-on interactive learning, review, … [Read more...]
When the Ho-Hums Set In…
Sometimes everything can get a bit repetitive in all of this homeschool bustle. Occasionally, we find that we need to toss things up a bit. Here are a few ways we try to put a spark back into school days: Complete our school work in a new room - maybe even on the floor Switch up the schedule a bit - I offer breaks once a few things are completed. Add in "adventurous exercise". When a child finishes, maybe I encourage them to run to the pasture and back with their little sister. It … [Read more...]
NEW!!! Exodus 20 Copywork!
INTRODUCING EXODUS 20:1-17 Copywork! Only $1.99 through the end of July! Copywork is a great tool to reinforce your child's scripture memory work, visual transcription, and handwriting skills! Exodus 20:1-17 (KJV) One document includes all four of these levels!!!: Beginner Print – Dashed print for tracing, repeat practice on three-ruled lines Intermediate Print – Freehand Copy of printed text onto three-ruled lines. Beginner Cursive – Dashed cursive for tracing, repeat practice … [Read more...]
Cycle One Lapbook Quick-Print Guide!
I am so excited to return to Cycle 1 with the ten commandments and some Ancient History! If you have purchased the Cycle 1 Lapbooks, it is so much easier to print with a printing guide! Below are links to a printing guide for each section! Lapbook 1.1 Quick Print Guide Lapbook 1.2 Quick-Print Guide Lapbook 1.3 Quick Print Guide Lapbook 1.4 Quick Print Guide Happy Lapbooking! Blessings, Karen … [Read more...]
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