For the Classical Folks
Our family used the Classical Conversations curriculum for 5 years while our kids were little. Click on the image below for more information about the Classical Model of Education.
*Note: Practical Family is not affiliated in any way with Classical Conversations, we are just a family who loves their curriculum and creates helpful resources for other families. You can also visit CC’s official website here.
Cycle 1
School Year 2024-2025
Cycle 2
School Year 2025-2026
Cycle 3
School Year 2026-2027
What is Classical Education?
Read more on the Classical Conversations Website
Our Most Popular Products
Our Weekly Sheets have been our best seller for the last few years with over 2,000+ reviews on Etsy. The fill-in-the-blank style allows CC homeschoolers to practice memory work through writing. Available as a digital download, our sheets are available in every cycle and used again and again for the whole family. Check out all of our homeschool supplement download in the Practical Family Shop!
Homeschool Blog Posts
Episode 102 | Boy Mom Strong: Building Young Men of High Character
Raising young men in today’s world can be tough, but not impossible. Monica Swanson encourages moms to study their sons to form real relationships and lasting character.
Episode 101 | Why Motherhood Matters and How to Handle Homeschool
Veteran homeschool mother September McCarthy gives her best advice about homeschooling with purpose and why motherhood matters so much in these early years.
How to Help the Kids Focus on School at Home
Learn how to create a routine and environment that makes it easy for your kids to focus on school at home.
Handling the Uncertainty of School
All the uncertainty of school this fall can fill parents with anxiety. Here are some encouragements to ease your stress!
Who Was Book List – Classical Conversations Cycle 3
A comprehensive list of the Who Was books to coincide with Cycle 3 of the Classical Conversations curriculum. Click our link to purchase books on Amazon!
5 Things You Can Do to Protect Your Family During Any Crisis
You can prepare for crisis by planning ahead for what your family needs. Here are the top five things you can start today to be ready for anything!
Experiencing Astronomy and Biology
You can help your kids experience astronomy, biology, and a host of other subjects with the help of parent experts. Join my video convo with Luke Gilkerson.
3 Tricks to Avoid Homeschool Holiday Stress
Using these three tricks to regulate a lot of the stress-causing activity and prevent Christmas season frazzle from invading your homeschool.
How I Organize Without a Homeschool Room in a Small Space
You may think you need an elaborate homeschool set up to be considered the best homeschool parent and mold your children into the smartest, most well-rounded students. You do not. Here are some tips to help you be a successful homeschool family without a homeschool room and in a small space.
How to Help Your Child Become a True Reader
Raising a true reader goes beyond deciphering words, it’s about the ability to comprehend and discuss literary themes. These two daily habits (plus ten literary themes) can help in raising a true reader.
Recommended Resources
We have been an active speech and debate family since 2021. Check out our NCFCA journey here.