Posts Tagged ‘homeschool’
What’s on My Bookshelf: 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,…
Read MoreHow Involved is Your Husband in Homeschooling?
Today’s post is brought to you by my husband Jason! Since we started off with our son in public school, Jason and I have transformed our thinking about home education. Now he enjoys tutoring classes at our local Classical Conversations community. We have struggled through this journey, but I hope his experience brings you…
Read MoreHomeschooling into Highschool: Plans for a Freshman
Last week I shared my plans for my grammar students. Today, I’ll give you a glimpse at my son Will’s plans for his freshman year. When we heard about Classical Conversations six years ago, I was truly drawn to it due to the exceptional studies mapped out in the high school years. Looking ahead to…
Read MoreQuestions for a 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…
Read MoreHow does Kindle Whispersync work?
This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my full disclosure policy for more details. Have you ever been reading your kindle and wished that there was an audio that tracked along with your reading like those wonderful books when we were little? You know, the ones with the magic little chime that sounded when…
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