Classical Christian Homeschooling in June: Prayer, Summer Savings, and a Growing Global Community
Welcome to the June edition of Parent Connections, the monthly roundup for Classical Conversations families. This month brings a heartfelt word from CEO Robert Bortins on teaching children to pray, three weeks of summer savings at the CC Bookstore, encouraging news from our communities in Latin America, a first look at the sixth edition of the Foundations Curriculum, and reminders about the member benefits and programs available to you this summer. Here is everything in one place, with links to go deeper on each story.
Teaching Your Children to Pray with the Lord’s Prayer
In this month’s letter, CC CEO Robert Bortins reflects on a small but telling moment at his own dinner table — a child reminding a busy parent to pray. It became evidence that the spiritual habits we model are taking root, even when the fruit is not yet visible.
Teaching our children to pray is one of the most formative things we do as parents, yet it is something few of us pause to consider how to do well. The Lord’s Prayer in Matthew 6:9–13 is not merely a script to memorize; Jesus offered it as a framework for honest conversation with God. Walking through it line by line, asking questions, and helping your child put his own needs into each petition can move him from reciting borrowed words to praying with genuine understanding.
Robert wrote a practical guide to help you do exactly that, built around a Socratic dialogue between a father and child that you can work through at the dinner table, before bed, or any quiet moment with an open Bible.
Read the full guide: Teaching Kids to Pray Using the Lord’s Prayer
Summer Savings at the CC Bookstore
From June 15 through July 4, the CC Bookstore is hosting three weeks of summer savings. Look for deals on The Math Map domains and CC merchandise, plus free shipping to help your family gear up for the year ahead.
Browse the sale and add to cart: CC Bookstore Summer Savings
A Growing Classical Community in Latin America
Classical Conversations communities now span more than 60 countries, and Latin America is one of the fastest-growing regions. From Mexico and the Dominican Republic to Colombia, Brazil, and Chile, new communities are forming as families seek a rigorous, faith-grounded alternative to conventional education.
Local leaders are training tutors, launching new communities, and helping families navigate the cultural and regulatory realities of their countries. The demand reflects a generation of parents eager to reclaim their children’s education — and CC is meeting them where they are.
If you know a family in Latin America ready to take the next step, point them to CC International or email international@classicalconversations.com to find or start a community.
Photo credit: Daniel Cuéllar, Bolivia
A First Look at the Foundations Curriculum, Sixth Edition
Something new is coming to Foundations. The sixth edition of the Foundations Curriculum arrives in spring 2027 with redesigned maps, refreshed timelines, integrated hands-on learning, and a brand-new Foundations At-Home Planner — shaping up to be the most complete Foundations experience yet. Watch this space for details as the release approaches.
Member Benefits and Resources for Your Summer
Your CC membership opens the door to discounts, resources, and community. A few reminders and new additions this month:
Don’t Miss Your Member Benefits
There is still time to take advantage of your member benefits. By accepting your email invitation to join a CC program and paying your membership fees, you unlock bookstore discounts and CC Connected resources. These discounts expire July 1.
Member Advantage Partner Discounts
Through our partner relationships, members enjoy exclusive discounts and benefits. Check your Member Advantage page in CC Connected for the full, current list.
New Internet Grandpa Audiobooks on CC Connected
New audiobooks are now available in CC Connected. Listen to classics like Alice in Wonderland, Emperors of Rome, and Pilgrim’s Progress while your student reads along with the matching Copper Lodge Library editions from the CC Bookstore.
Classical Learning Cohort (CLC)
Want to practice the skills your children are learning? The Classical Learning Cohort is a place to deepen your own understanding of classical learning through fellowship and hospitable assessment. Find a fall 2026 date and time that fits your schedule.
Master of Arts in Classical Studies
You have guided your students through a classical education — now continue your own. CC’s accredited Master of Arts in Classical Studies offers seven concentrations designed for educators like you.
Explore More Classical Conversations Programs
Whether you are new to CC or looking to go deeper, these programs are worth a look:
- Parent Practicum — a free event to refresh and equip you for the year ahead.
- Classical Fellowship — ongoing fellowship and formation for CC families.
- Everyday Educator — the CC podcast for encouragement and practical help.
- Online Learning Seminars (OLS), Fall — live online seminars for parents and students.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I teach my child to pray using the Lord’s Prayer?
A: Use the Lord’s Prayer in Matthew 6:9–13 as a framework rather than a script. Walk through it line by line, ask your child questions about each petition, and help him substitute his own specific needs into each line. This moves a child from reciting memorized words to praying with genuine understanding. Classical Conversations offers a step-by-step guide built around a Socratic dialogue between a father and child.
Q: When is the Classical Conversations Bookstore summer sale in 2026?
A: The CC Bookstore Summer Savings Celebration runs from June 15 through July 4, 2026, with deals on The Math Map domains and CC merchandise, plus free shipping.
Q: Is Classical Conversations available outside the United States?
A: Yes. Classical Conversations communities operate in more than 60 countries. Latin America is a fast-growing region, with communities forming in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Colombia, Brazil, and Chile. Families can find or start a community through CC International.
Q: When is the sixth edition of the Foundations Curriculum coming out?
A: The sixth edition of the Foundations Curriculum is scheduled for release in spring 2027. It will feature redesigned maps, refreshed timelines, integrated hands-on learning, and a new Foundations At-Home Planner.
Q: What is the Master of Arts in Classical Studies at Classical Conversations?
A: It is an accredited graduate degree from Classical Conversations designed for educators, offering seven concentrations so parents and teachers can continue their own classical education.
Q: What is the Classical Learning Cohort (CLC)?
A: The Classical Learning Cohort is a community where parents practice classical learning skills and deepen their understanding through fellowship and hospitable assessment. Sessions are scheduled throughout fall 2026.
Q: What audiobooks are available through Internet Grandpa on CC Connected?
A: CC Connected offers audiobooks of classics such as Alice in Wonderland, Emperors of Rome, and Pilgrim’s Progress, designed to be read along with the Copper Lodge Library editions available in the CC Bookstore.
