Are you a Classical Homeschooler? If our Homeschool Type quiz identified you as a Classical Homeschooler, then you’re in the right place. (Not sure? Take the quiz here.)
Classical homeschooling is an approach to education that is based on the ancient Greek and Roman model of education. (Great! What does that mean?)
It emphasizes the study of the liberal arts and the development of critical thinking skills. The classical education model teaches children HOW to think . . . not WHAT to think. Your children will learn how to think critically and convey those thoughts eloquently both in speech and writing.
Here are some of the most popular curriculum options for classical homeschoolers:
Memoria Press: Memoria Press is a popular curriculum for classical homeschoolers. It offers a comprehensive program that includes subjects such as language arts, math, history, science, and Latin. Memoria Press uses a classical approach that emphasizes the study of classical literature, grammar, and rhetoric. The curriculum is designed to be rigorous and challenging, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking skills.You can purchase their materials in grade level bundles, or a la carte, if you’d like to pick and choose. They even have read aloud bundles which look fabulous!
The Well-Trained Mind: The Well-Trained Mind is a comprehensive curriculum that is based on the classical model of education. It includes subjects such as language arts, math, history, science, and Latin. The curriculum is designed to be flexible and adaptable to the needs and interests of individual families. It emphasizes the study of classical literature, grammar, and logic, as well as the development of critical thinking skills. They also have a ton of support for parents. On their homepage you’ll see a “Road Map through the Wilds of Education.” This will help guide your journey and give curriculum suggestions along the way. Their Story of the World history cycle is wonderful. And it has an audiobook version narrated by renowned storyteller, Jim Weiss!
Classical Conversations: Classical Conversations is a popular classical curriculum that emphasizes the study of the liberal arts and the development of critical thinking skills. It offers a comprehensive program that includes subjects such as language arts, math, history, science, Latin, and fine arts. The curriculum is designed to be taught in a community setting, with parents serving as tutors and students meeting in small groups. We have not tried this option, but I have several friends that love this curriculum. I have also heard that their community is unlike any other. You should be able to find a Classical Conversations group near you.
Veritas Press: Does online curriculum appeal to you? Then definitely check out Veritas Press. It is a classical curriculum that emphasizes the study of classical literature, history, and Latin. It offers a comprehensive program that includes subjects such as language arts, math, science, and fine arts. Veritas Press is designed to be challenging and rigorous, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking skills. This curriculum set is online and has both a live course option and a self paced option for courses. They also offer a free curriculum consultation to help you decide.
Classical Academic Press: Classical Academic Press offers a comprehensive program for classical homeschoolers that includes subjects such as language arts, math, history, science, and Latin. Their tagline is “Classical subjects creatively taught.” The curriculum is designed to be engaging and accessible to students of all ages, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking skills and the study of classical literature. If you are drawn to the classical approach to education, but find the rigor of some other programs a little intimidating, Classical Academic Press looks like a great place to start!
Overall, these are some of the top curriculum options for classical homeschoolers. Each curriculum has its unique approach to education, so it’s important to carefully consider your educational goals and teaching style. When choosing a curriculum, be sure to also consider your child’s learning style and interests. (And be sure to subscribe to our email list, because we’ll have a new quiz soon for determining your child’s learning style.) Any one of these curriculum options would give you a great start to providing your family with the richness and rigor of the Classical approach to homeschooling. But remember, the curriculum you choose is only meant to be a tool for you, it’s not meant to be your master. (You can read more about my thoughts on that in my Quick Start guide by purchasing that HERE.) And if you’re curious about what we use in our homeschool, check out the final post in this series.
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Happy Homeschooling!
