What’s on My Bookshelf: Challenge B Resources

Classical Conversations Challenge B Resources

In the Classical Conversations programs, Challenge B would be equivalent to the 8th grade, however any student (I’m talking about myself here) could have a rich year of study in the materials assigned.  There were so many new things to learn like formal Logic, the history of astronomy, and Mock Trial.  Much like Challenge A,…

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Questions for a Challenge Student

Classical Conversations Challenge Student

    Today’s post comes from a guest writer…my son Andy (14).  He is about to enter his 7th year as a homeschooler, and 6th in the Classical Conversations programs.  He spent three years in Foundations and Essentials, and then completed Challenge A and Challenge B.  Hope you enjoy!   A few weeks ago, a…

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The Top 5 Skills Cultivated in Debate

Top 5 skills cultivated in Challenge I

Last week I had the opportunity to help out with a student Debate camp at a Classical Conversations Parent Practicum. While the parents receive encouragement and training, children attend various academic camps from play camp, to geo/draw camp, to writing camps or debate camps. Even though I was “helping,” I really feel like I was the…

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What’s on my bookshelf: “Everything You Need to Know About” Series

I’ve added affiliate links below, which means by purchasing through these links, the price doesn’t change, but I would receive a little compensation for pointing you in their direction.  All of my opinions stay the same with or without your purchase. I love these books!  They are a great resource for any student, but if you’re…

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Highlighting Method for Non-Fiction

Last week I introduced you to the highlighting method that changed how I think when I read a book.  The great news is that it works for non-fiction as well.  While the colors are generally the same for both, I approach non-fiction a little differently.  Caution – you have to own the book before you…

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