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Unfortunately, a fear that plagues many homeschool parents is the worry that their children may be falling behind in their learning. Where does this fear come from, what does it mean for a child to “fall behind,” how can we tell if this is a real concern, and, finally,...
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The new school year brings many new things. Among these are new families and new students who have joined Classical Conversations communities around the world. For many of these new families, homeschooling moms and dads are experiencing new emotions: fear, excitement, being overwhelmed, or perhaps feeling under-appreciated. The truth...
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Summers are full of fun. With vacations, cookouts, lazy days at the pool or lake, and just general rest and relaxation, who would ever want summer to end? While the summer offers a much-needed break from the busyness of homeschooling, eventually it comes time to get back into the...
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When I was a kid, goofing off was easy. Summer meant long stretches of absolutely nothing to do. Sun-washed days meant running through the sprinkler, inventing stories in our makeshift forts, riding bikes around town, and releasing tufts of cattails by the lake. It’s Hard to Goof Off as...
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Though she homeschooled her whole life, Cassidy started her formal high school education with Challenge II without any experience in Foundations or the earlier Challenge levels. We asked her to share her experience of enrolling in Challenge II. Looking to start Challenge II was honestly a pretty scary prospect...
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Did you know Classical Conversations® has a podcast? Actually, we now have several podcasts (and are about to launch a new one in August!), but our longest-running show is Everyday Educator. Everyday Educator: A Homeschool Podcast for Parents If you’re unfamiliar with Everyday Educator, we want to tell you...
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On April 28-30, 2022, we held the Classical Conversations® 25th Anniversary Celebration and National Conference events — sponsored by the nonprofit the Classical Conversations Foundation — to celebrate, learn, and fellowship together with Classical Conversations members from around the nation. Thank You for Celebrating With Us! To everyone who...
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Whether this is your first or twelfth semester of homeschooling, congratulations! You’ve made it to May. The end is in sight, and you and your family will soon be able to take a well-deserved breather. End Your Homeschool Semester Well As you finish up your school year these next...
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The first Thursday of May is recognized in the United States as our National Day of Prayer. The day is generally intended as a time to pray for the nation, the government, and our political leaders. Still, many consider this observance a time to reflect, pray for a variety...
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If you’re tired, know that you’re not alone. Veteran homeschooler Jennifer Courtney offers these words of encouragement to weary moms: Finding Encouragement in a Season of Fatigue Dear tired mamas, This is a hard time of year, especially for homeschool moms of teenagers. Believe me, I know. After twelve...
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Each year, homeschool conventions invite companies, colleges, and other educational resource providers to exhibit in locations across states and countries. While homeschool conventions have been a staple of the homeschooling journey in the past, you might be wondering if they are necessary anymore in the modern world. After all,...
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Signs of Easter are everywhere. Yellow daffodils have sprung to life in our backyard. A riot of multicolored tulips lines the trail at the park. Redbuds and pear trees have dressed in purple and white for the occasion. Snatches of “Was It a Morning Like This,” a popular Christian...
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