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Methods & Approaches

Learn about classical education at home and other approaches.

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The following is an introduction to Jim’s two-volume collection of classic poems, available from Well-Trained Mind Press. Heroes, Horses, and Harvest Moons: A Cornucopia of
Preschoolers are a ton of fun. They’re energetic, curious, and immensely proud of their new skills and abilities. But their short attention spans and high energy
In contemporary education, “What grade are you in?” has become synonymous with “How old are you?”  But the age grading system that shoves six-year-olds into
In this audio workshop, Dr. Susan Wise Bauer, a parent and educator, gives a user-friendly explanation of classical education and a road map for those
How should you set objectives for advancement in classical learning?
When is the best time to give some outside approaches for learning?
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Subjects

Don’t know much about history? Don’t know much biology? Learn about the subjects and how to teach them.

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Here are the top five reasons to read poetry to, and with, your children. 1. Poems can communicate in ways that prose cannot. Edgar Allan
Copyright 2000 by the author.  Please do not reproduce. Some of this material is adapted from The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at
The following is an introduction to Jim’s two-volume collection of classic poems, available from Well-Trained Mind Press. Heroes, Horses, and Harvest Moons: A Cornucopia of
Preschoolers are a ton of fun. They’re energetic, curious, and immensely proud of their new skills and abilities. But their short attention spans and high energy
How to Use Home Library Organization to Build Vital Literacy Skills A woman walks into a book store. She’s in the mood for an escape
The Middle Ages (the favorite historical period of 9 out of 10 young history students!) is generally thought to occupy the years between the collapse
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Teaching Techniques & Tips

Tips and techniques that go beyond theory and help you teach real children.

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For parents who want to take charge of their child’s education, we recommend Rethinking School, by Dr. Susan Wise Bauer. From communicating with teachers to
Preschoolers are a ton of fun. They’re energetic, curious, and immensely proud of their new skills and abilities. But their short attention spans and high energy
How to Use Home Library Organization to Build Vital Literacy Skills A woman walks into a book store. She’s in the mood for an escape
Teaching logic-stage students history can be a challenge. You want to encourage students to own their history studies, rather than simply following your lead. How
Can you tell what these three word problems have in common?    I had 8 cookies, and then I ate 5. How many cookies did
Hands-on math materials help children understand math concepts better and become more fluent at solving problems. Plus, they make math time a lot more engaging
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Where to Jump in

If you’re starting in the middle, start here!

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How well does your student understand phonics? Could that cause problems down the road in advanced units?
In the Well-Trained Mind, we suggest using a 4-year approach to history, but how do you play catch up?
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College Applications

Assigning credits, keeping records, and applying to college; find it all here.

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Which format should my child's transcript take? Here are a few suggestions.
We know that your child has impressive achievements, but what should go into their portfolio?
An illustration is worth paragraphs of explanation! Here’s an example of a home school transcript (this one got the student into six good colleges, including the top choice school).
Here are a few tips on how to best organize and award high school credits for your student.
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Daily Life

A peek into real life as a homeschool family, and how to avoid burnout.

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Your Children Are in Virtual School. How Do You Thrive?             In the first part of this series, we offered a helping
Your Children Are in Virtual School. How Do You Thrive? Try Thinking Like a Home Schooler! You never intended to home school. You have a
How to Use Home Library Organization to Build Vital Literacy Skills A woman walks into a book store. She’s in the mood for an escape
If you’re feeling stressed, flat, and discouraged with your home school, it could just be a bad week…or it could be an important signal that
How Dr. Susan Wise Bauer manages 3 children under 8.
How Dr. Susan Wise Bauer manages 3 children under 8, in addition to a baby.
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Finding Others

Learn about homeschool groups, co-ops, and other organizations, and find out how to connect with other homeschoolers online and in person.

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Check out these well-maintained indexes of state and local home school organizations.
Our online forums (general parenting and home schooling, curriculum advice, special needs, high school and beyond) are a daily gathering place for thousands of parents
Susan Wise Bauer helps you with a question many new home schoolers ask: Should I join a co-op in my area? Her answers may surprise you.
Should I join a homeschool organization?
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Forms, Regulations & Record-Keeping

The wonderful world of paperwork: what really goes on your permanent record.

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(as referenced on page 216 of Rethinking School: How to Take Charge of Your Child’s Education, by Susan Wise Bauer) The United States lags far
(as referenced on page 37 of Rethinking School: How to Take Charge of Your Child’s Education, by Susan Wise Bauer) Throughout this website, we offer
(as referenced on page 159 of Rethinking School: How to Take Charge of Your Child’s Education, by Susan Wise Bauer) Self-awareness is difficult—and essential for
      (as referenced on page 16 of Rethinking School: How to Take Charge of Your Child’s Education, by Susan Wise Bauer) As you plan
In contemporary education, “What grade are you in?” has become synonymous with “How old are you?”  But the age grading system that shoves six-year-olds into
Which format should my child's transcript take? Here are a few suggestions.
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Learning Challenges

Learning challenges? Twice-exceptional? Find information and resources here.

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In both our elementary and intermediate grammar curricula, we give instruction on sentence diagramming. If you would like to know more about why we do
Susan Wise Bauer walks us through the differences between the 4th edition of The Well-Trained Mind and its previous versions. Text! Video! Bullet Points! Everything you need to navigate the ...
Twice exceptional students need to be challenged intellectually, but also require careful remediation and assistance in the areas where they struggle.
Early keyboarding (combined with ongoing handwriting practice at an appropriate level) can allow dysgraphic and dyslexic students to advance in reading and writing skills.
Beast Academy (mathematics, grades 2-5) operates by giving students problems to solve without a great deal of initial instruction, guiding them into learning as they wrestle with unfamiliar material.
Dysgraphia, often related to dyslexia, is a learning disability that affects handwriting ability and fine motor skills.
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