When it comes to online research strategies, students often face the challenge of sorting trustworthy sources from unreliable ones. With so much information available at our fingertips, it’s easy to feel swamped or unsure where to start. Reliable sources are key to writing a strong research paper in Essentials,...
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Rhythm and harmony find their way into the inward places of the soul. -Plato Throughout the academic year, Classical Conversations has invited parents and Directors to share stories of outstanding student achievements from their communities. From these submissions, it is clear that homeschool students thrive in the world of...
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Homeschooling can feel like a lonely road—one where you carry the full weight of your child’s education on your shoulders. Without a strong homeschool community, the challenges—constant battles over assignments, self-doubt, exhaustion—can pile up, making you wonder, Am I really cut out for this? You’re not alone in that...
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Traditionally, the classical model consists of two modes of study—the Trivium and Quadrivium. The Trivium lays the foundation for lifelong learning by emphasizing three skills—grammar, dialectic (logic), and rhetoric. Since most classical pre-K through high school programs focus on this phase of the classical model (including our own Classical...
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Many homeschool parents wonder if the lessons of chemistry are truly essential for a well-rounded education—especially if their student has no plans to pursue a science-related career. After all, chemistry can feel abstract, disconnected from everyday life, and full of formulas with little relevance beyond the classroom. But in...
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A Champion’s Legacy in Fourth Grade Spelling My husband’s claim to fame is All County Fourth Grade Spelling Bee Champion. He recounts this accomplishment with all the gusto of a “back in my day” dad tale, and I believe his parents still had the trophy on display when we...
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Are you searching for a homeschool science resource that encourages your child to step away from screens and explore God’s creation? Many homeschool parents struggle to find a classical Christian science curriculum that fosters curiosity and a love for the natural world. Exploring Insects with Uncle Paul provides a...
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Homeschooling parents want more for their children’s education—more depth, more meaning, and more lasting impact. But when it comes to assessment, we often default to the same methods we experienced: multiple-choice tests, fill-in-the-blanks, and quizzes designed for quick recall rather than true understanding. If you’ve ever watched your child...
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One of the best benefits of a CC community day for homeschool parents is the on-site training they receive for classical teaching instruction. One of the core habits of grammar is memorization, and our Foundations tutors do a fantastic job of modeling memory work techniques and review activities that...
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What is philosophy? Many Christian parents wrestle with this question, wondering the meaning of philosophy and if studying philosophy will strengthen their child’s faith or lead him or her away from biblical truth. Secular philosophy often promotes ideas that seem to contradict Scripture, leaving parents concerned about how to...
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When you’re homeschooling, your community is not a classroom—it’s a place for friendships to grow, families to connect, and learning to come to life in new ways. But what do you do when community day is over, and you still want opportunities for enrichment, relationship-building, and fun? Gather together...
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“I didn’t mean to plagiarize!” This is one of the most common replies students have when they are caught submitting work that isn’t completely their own. But whether intentional or accidental, plagiarism carries serious consequences in both academic and professional settings, and it is important to learn how to...
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