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Our family happens to use the Classical Conversations curriculum, but there are many more wonderful styles of schooling out there. 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.
Homeschool Blog Posts
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.
From Transaction to Transformation: How We Can Redeem Childhood
From Transaction to Transformation: How We Can Redeem Childhood by Janet Newberry When I was a young girl, I loved watching the Olympics. I counted the years between summer and winter games like I counted the days to Christmas. The honed talent of the competitors...
10 Positive Phrases to Encourage Your Homeschooled Child
10 Positive Phrases to Encourage Your Homeschooled Child By Gina Munsey Discipline and correction are hot topics in Christian parenting circles, aren’t they? Browse any Christian book store or homeschool convention flyer, and you’ll find scores of author and speakers...
Episode 060 How to Prepare for the Sex Talk
The Sex Talk… Probably one of the most awkward conversations a parent can prepare for… but it doesn’t have to be. Luke and Trisha Gilkerson are no strangers to answering necessary questions about development, puberty, pornography, and sex.Connect with Luke and Trisha...
Episode 051 | Telling the Greatest Story Through Music
Telling the Greatest Story Through Music Give your kids the chance to learn the Biblical message through music! Check out my conversation with Vince Pierri and download his album The Greatest Story Ever Told to sing through the hiSTORY of the Bible with your family....
Episode 048 | Homegrown Learners
Meet a former public school teacher who fell in love with learning at home and developed her own music appreciation curriculum. This seasoned mama has many nuggets of wisdom to share for families considering the homeschool lifestyle. Mary Prather, founder of...
Cycle 1 Video and Reading Match Up
Cycle 1 Video and Reading Match Up One of the reasons why we love homeschooling is because of all the people we get to meet with and share ideas. As much as I love to create resources when I'm inspired, sometimes I come across lists, charts, or organization sheets...
Cycle 1 History Resources
Cycle 1 History Resources History is by far my favorite subject to study in homeschool. I geeked out last year in Cycle 3 with American History (you can take a peek at those resources for next time). Our goal is to keep adding Cycle 1 History Resources each week as we...
CC Cycle 1 Science Resources
CC Cycle 1 Science ResourcesFreebie of the Week: Invertebrates WorksheetThis year, we're studying the natural world, including animal and plant species, geology, weather patterns, and more! These Cycle 1 Science resources can help to make your homeschool environment...
Organize Your CC Homeschool
Classical Conversations just got easier... Organize your CC homeschool year with these great resources and suggestions from other Classical Conversations parents. We all need a little help figuring out our scheduling and systems, and these are just a few suggestions...
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