Classical Conversations
Strengthen Translation Skills with Latin Vocabulary Quizzes
The two things that make working through Latin translations faster are memorizing vocabulary and memorizing the paradigms (declensions of nouns and conjugations of verbs). I’ve seen this first hand as I have worked through Henle’s First Year Latin text with my son. He worked to memorize the vocabulary with flashcards, and I hoped that I could flip…
Read MoreTwo Student’s Perspectives on the Classical Conversations Challenge Programs
I’ve been able to speak at a couple of Classical Conversations Parent Practicums this summer, and one of my favorite parts is the afternoon Challenge panel. This is where parents get to ask questions of Challenge students of various experience. If you’re a tutor, you often miss these times of insight into the minds of…
Read MoreNote Taking In Summer Reading
Summertime is the perfect time to get ahead on reading. While I do still take time to read for fun, I love to start reading the books my kids will read during the school year. I encourage my kids to do the same. The only trouble with this reading ahead bit is that the stories…
Read More5 Things I Have Learned Being a Part of Latin With Andy
I asked Andy recently to write down his thoughts on what he’s learned over the past year in our journey of developing and launching Latin with Andy. It’s been quite and adventure, and I think you’ll enjoy hearing from his heart what God has taught him through this journey. Over the course of almost a…
Read MoreUsing Blurb to Create an Awesome Anthology
Before I started homeschooling, I had a little photography business. I was always looking for the best photo book company to share with my clients. In the process I stumbled upon Blurb, a self publishing company that provides excellent quality books for a great price. I just checked, and I’ve created over 70 books with…
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