How To Learn Latin

"Latin is a dead language."

How many times have you heard this argument about why NOT to study Latin?

Latin is very much ALIVE and well, and I am so thankful we have the opportunity to be scholars of this intriguing language.

If you're like me I had always toyed with the idea of Latin being an integral part of our homeschool but I just didn't know where to start. I wasn't sure how to learn Latin.

Truthfully, it seemed daunting and I wondered if it was REALLY worth the effort. 

Like most things in life, I'm so glad we just jumped into the study of Latin with both feet, because after one year I can see both of my children reaping enormous rewards! 

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Music Resources for CC Cycle 2 - With a Bonus Giveaway!

Last week our local CC community began our musical studies with a drama of Peter and The Wolf. It was so much fun!  Learning about the instruments through this musical classic is the perfect way to kick off any child's study of great music. 

{Stick around and at the end of the post you can win a copy of Peter and the Wolf from Maestro Classics!}

One thing I have learned through being involved with Classical Conversations is that less really is more. The material is of such a high quality, that if I find one or two good supplements to the memory work/art and music suggestions then we're good. 

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A Resource for Homeschooling Your "Big Kids": The Question

Welcome to post #3 in the Homeschooling "Big Kids" series!

We've talked about the challenges, joys and struggles when you are homeschooling "big kids". I have also given you a candid look at the schooling option I have chosen for my "big kid" - the Challenge program in Classical Conversations. 

This week I would like to share a book with you that I've been reading - this book is changing the way I interact with my middle grades child. It is changing the way I view education, and it is inspiring me to further educate myself. 

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