Taste the Ancient World in Your Homeschool Kitchen What if dinner could transport your family 4,000 years back in time? As you journey through Foundations Cycle 1 with your Classical Conversations community, you’re exploring the ancient world from Mesopotamia’s fertile river valleys to the engineering marvels of Rome, from...
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As your student approaches graduation from Foundations, the question grows louder: What comes next? For many families, the answer is the Challenge program, Classical Conversations’ rich and ambitious classical homeschool experience for students ages twelve and up. But new questions follow. Is the Challenge program hard? Will my student...
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Classical Conversations Parent Practicum is a free, one-day homeschool teacher training event where parents practice the classical arts of learning, connect with community, and renew their vision for guiding their children’s education. On average, a homeschooling parent spends 180 days per year investing in their child’s education. That’s over...
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Few cities rival New York’s extraordinary educational opportunities. New York City homeschool field trips transform learning into unforgettable adventures with world-renowned museums, historic landmarks, iconic architecture, and cultural treasures. For families pursuing classical education, these NYC educational activities provide hands-on experiences that bring history, art, science, and culture to...
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The Core Habit of Expressing is using the body and senses to share knowledge—demonstrating through reciting, drawing, dancing, building, or performing what children have learned about persons, places, things, and ideas. Young children are like bottles of soda that have been shaken. All that wonder and knowledge they’ve absorbed...
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Part of every Community Day in Classical Conversations consists of hands-on science experiments and demonstrations in the Foundations programs. Find out why these thirty minutes of homeschool co-op make lasting memories for students and parents alike. On the morning of community day, right after the buzz of greeting friends...
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What curriculum can I use to help my child learn how to become a fluent reader? Many homeschool parents find themselves searching for phonics resources that not only teach letter-sound relationships but also provide meaningful practice opportunities. The challenge lies in finding materials that bridge the gap between learning...
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Educational Meal Planning Meets Patriotic Homeschool Recipes What if you could taste history? As you walk through Cycle 3 with your Classical Conversations community, you’re exploring the fascinating story of America from colonial settlements to westward expansion, from the founding fathers to modern innovations. Your students are memorizing state...
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As the director of student financial aid at Union University — and as someone who talks with families from a variety of backgrounds every semester — I see a lot of anxiety and uncertainty when it comes to paying for college, especially private Christian higher education. For Classical Conversations...
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The one-room schoolhouse is an excellent model for homeschool learning because it provides a multi-age, multi-level learning environment that encourages God’s design for community and sanctification. As a homeschool parent, you’re often searching for a simpler, more connected way to learn. Many families discover that homeschooling, while deeply rewarding,...
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Imagining the perfect homeschool gift ideas can be both exciting and rewarding. It’s about finding something that brings joy while reflecting the values that matter most. Our holiday gift guide for homeschoolers offers practical, fun, and educational suggestions to find the ideal gift for everyone in the family. With...
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Why Choose Christian Higher Education? Whether your student is in Challenge A (seventh grade) or entering their senior year of high school in Challenge IV, now is the perfect time to begin thinking seriously about life after graduation. The question of “What’s next?” can feel daunting, especially with more...
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