Every November, we pause to count our blessings and cultivate grateful hearts. This month’s hub gathers resources to help families practice gratitude as a foundational virtue in classical, Christian education.
A Season of Thanksgiving
“But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of him everywhere.” —2 Corinthians 2:14, ESV
In this season of thanksgiving, we reflect on the gifts that make classical, Christian homeschooling possible and the people who bring it to life.
- Above all, we are grateful to the Lord, the source of every good gift. We thank Him for the privilege of pursuing our mission: to know God and to make Him known.
- Families: We are grateful for you and the diligence it takes to steward your children’s education with intention and grace.
- Leaders: We are grateful for Directors, Tutors, Area, Local, and Book Representatives, and all the faithful servants who strengthen Classical Conversations communities every week.
- Community: We are grateful for the friendships forged, the burdens shared, and the joy of learning together in local communities across the country.
- Freedom: We are grateful for the liberty to homeschool, to gather, and to pursue a classical, Christian education without hindrance.
- Resources: We are grateful for the tools that support your journey—from curriculum to CC Connected to the new CC Member Advantage designed to serve you better.
Member Benefits
Gratitude Journal: As our hearts and minds turn to the bountiful blessings of Thanksgiving, help your students practice gratitude in many different ways. Check out “Cultivating Grateful Hearts: 27 Gratitude Activities for Families,” which includes a 14-page Gratitude Journal offering Scripture, thoughtful questions, and prompts to encourage joyful reflection on how God is at work in our lives.
Making Room and Marking Down!
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Classical Parents—Thanksgiving Resources
Online Resources
- “Reasons to be Thankful for Homeschooling This Thanksgiving“
- “6 Fun Thanksgiving Homeschool Activities“
- “The Truth About Thanksgiving“
- “Over the River and Through the Woods—Thanksgiving“
- “Giving Thanks“
Classical Skills
The art of dialectic transforms memorized knowledge into understanding through thoughtful questioning. Students practice the Five Common Topics (Definition, Comparison, Relationship, Circumstance, and Testimony) to process what they’ve learned through grammar. These conversation skills help young minds move from “what is it?” to “how does it connect?”, unlocking the critical thinking that classical education cultivates.
Dialectic emphasizes asking good questions over providing perfect explanations, letting curiosity lead the way. It’s not about winning arguments—it’s about training minds to think logically and evaluate ideas with wisdom.
Watch for these dialectic skills to emerge during community discussions, trusting that each thoughtful question strengthens your student’s ability to reason well.
Classical Learning Cohort
As a member of the Classical Learning Cohort, you will have a mentor to encourage and challenge you, a gathering of inspiring CC friends to learn alongside you, and a place for you to practice classical arts and skills.
Spring 2026 registration is now open!
Upcoming Events
2026 Caribbean Cruise: Join us aboard the CC Family Cruise and celebrate your graduate at sea while enjoying family fellowship and destinations.
