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Classical Conversations supports homeschooling parents by cultivating the love of learning through a Christian worldview in fellowship with other families. We believe there are three keys to a great education: classical, Christian, and Community.

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    • Kids & Family
    • 4.4 • 149 Ratings

Classical Conversations supports homeschooling parents by cultivating the love of learning through a Christian worldview in fellowship with other families. We believe there are three keys to a great education: classical, Christian, and Community.

    Behind the Scenes of the Copper Lodge Library

    Behind the Scenes of the Copper Lodge Library

    Everybody enjoys knowing the “inside story” of familiar things; listen in this week and discover the behind-the-scenes workings of CC’s Copper Lodge Library.  You’ll meet the editor, find out how those footnotes were created, and get a glimpse into what’s available for your family.  Listen in as Lisa and Stephanie Meter discuss libraries (public and personal) and why reading as a family brings us together.
     
    Learn more about the Copper Lodge Library at copperlodgelibrary.com.

    • 42 min
    Memorizing Tips and Tricks for Families

    Memorizing Tips and Tricks for Families

    Are you amazed by what your Foundations students memorize every year?  Do you wonder if you could “do it too??”  On this episode of Everyday Educator Kelli Wilt and Elise DeYoung offer tips and tricks for memorizing, gleaned from rubbing shoulders with National Memory Masters.  Not ready for a “competition”?  Listen for tips on making memory work a joy from mommas with years of learning-as-a-family experience!
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    • 52 min
    Celebrate Our National Memory Master!

    Celebrate Our National Memory Master!

    Join guest host Kelli Wilt as she welcomes and celebrates CC’s 2024 National Memory Master, Ewan Fisher.  Ewan and his mom, Kim, join Kelli and share their family’s story of life in CC, the pursuit of the Memory Master title, and how the family has been blessed by Ewan’s goal.  You’ll get plenty of inspiration to learn as a family as you listen.

    • 36 min
    Making More of (the) Challenge

    Making More of (the) Challenge

    If you’ve ever wondered about the “Plus” of CC Plus, this week’s episode of the Everyday Educator will answer your questions.  Listen in as Daniel Shirley, Undergraduate Program Manager for CC Plus, shares from experience the beauty and benefit of this fine program.  And, you might be as surprised as Lisa was to find that CC Plus isn’t just for Challenge students anymore!
    Learn more about the Copper Lodge Library at copperlodgelibrary.com.
     
     

    • 40 min
    Scribblers is For Everyone!

    Scribblers is For Everyone!

    Guess what?  Scribblers At Home won the Illuminations Gold Award!  Maybe you haven’t heard much about Scribblers, or maybe you thought it wasn’t really for your family.  Listen in as Amy Jones helps us see that Scribblers isn’t just an “on ramp” for young homeschoolers, it’s an “ongoing ramp” for all of us!  You’ll be interested to hear how families of all ages are using this resource, and how your family might find it’s just what you’re looking for also.
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    • 47 min
    Memory Masters are Made, not Born!

    Memory Masters are Made, not Born!

    Foundations parents, are you interested in knowing more about Memory Masters and National Memory Masters?  Listen in as Kelli Wilt and Elise DeYoung give Lisa all the information. You’ll find out more than how to, though…You will hear how these “competitions” are actually about celebrating students and families.  I think you’ll be inspired to see memorizing in a new way…
     
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    • 39 min

Customer Reviews

4.4 out of 5
149 Ratings

149 Ratings

cavfam97 ,

Love to Learn

I am a 8yr homeschool CC mom. I have directed 6 years. I have loved being reminded of where we were and where we are going in CC. The series on what’s next is perfect . I would have loved these as I was moving up. Keep doing it! I can not wait until you get to Challenge IV.

JMS_134456678 ,

Love these!!

I’m a podcast addicted - love that I can be equipped to direct and homeschool while doing dishes or working or driving. Thank you for your thoughtful information to help us!!

wlliemoon ,

Audio inconsistencies but great content

The audio on several of the book discussions was seriously lacking in volume consistency. I had to turn it way up and o hear one speaker and then way down on the hosts. Investing in some good microphones would go a long way in the quality of this podcast.

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