tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post8917321593180610301..comments2023-09-08T06:21:49.797-04:00Comments on The Potter's Shed: 5 Questions about Classical Conversations answeredKerryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08779939436015866490noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-55651372617854737862012-01-15T01:54:55.270-05:002012-01-15T01:54:55.270-05:00I know that it has been a while since you wrote th...I know that it has been a while since you wrote this posting but it has given me some insight as to how a typical week can progress. My son is 2 years but I'm always reading CC information so that I can be as prepared as possible when we start the program.<br>Thank you for the posting.Patra Jnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-71640925455025792862011-10-11T22:06:27.829-04:002011-10-11T22:06:27.829-04:00I would love it if you would check out my blog. I...I would love it if you would check out my blog. I post many CC Supplements for parents to use during the week. <br>http://lindyandjeanne.blogspot.com/Lindy and Jeannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13462838555955915456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-76255698170601754152011-08-18T19:32:13.920-04:002011-08-18T19:32:13.920-04:00Besides the fees you listed in your original artic...Besides the fees you listed in your original article, are you paying more on top of that for materials/curriculum? Or does the money you are paying include everything you will need to participate? I am interested in the Foundations program for K. Thanks!Toniehttp://www.mammamiamama.blog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-25906764932872069432011-03-24T01:23:16.314-04:002011-03-24T01:23:16.314-04:00Thank you for sharing how you go about CC during t...Thank you for sharing how you go about CC during the week. We have registered our girls for the 2011-2012 school year. The more I read about CC the more I am convinced I made the right choice```peace of mind!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-85433084521723529102011-01-16T09:02:25.067-05:002011-01-16T09:02:25.067-05:00Very helpul! Thank you, again, very much.Very helpul! Thank you, again, very much.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-39777408043533216872011-01-14T15:33:22.715-05:002011-01-14T15:33:22.715-05:00A new "Anon" - Hi! Let me start by sayi...A new "Anon" - Hi! <br><br>Let me start by saying that I am not currently participating in a CC community. We may return next year, but haven't decided. The decision was mostly financial (our eldest son started high school at a private school), but my kids seemed to need something different for a season, at least.<br><br>With that said. . . <br><br>It sounds like you have a positive learning experience your are involved in. I'm not sure I would change it if it is working well for your family. Unless there is something *you* aren't happy about...or if you are feeling the need to do something different for your children (ie just because they like something doesn't mean it is the best). So, I wouldn't be quick to change unless you really feel a need to do so.<br><br>The tools that are learned in the grammar stage, which for CC are probably most importantly fact memorization and presenting one's thoughts and ideas, are the very things that undergird the upper levels of learning.<br><br>It is often described as learning "pegs". You place the "pegs" in your child's mind through memory and then later when they learn something that relates to that "peg" they have a place to hang it.<br><br>For example, my son had been working on learning all the countries and capitals. One day he was listening to the news with me and he exclaimed, "Hey, I know where that is!" I wish I could remember what country it was, but I remember thinking it was a fairly obscure country. Certainly one that many people would have to look up to fully understand the story being reported. My son had a "peg" on which to hang that information and thus his learning was enhanced. Because he had that fact, he was then FREE to think about what he was hearing. <br><br>That is the basic idea.<br><br>And it is how we learn. We learn the basics, then we begin trying them out, then we become masters at it. I want to learn crochet. First I learn the basic stitches and their names. I memorize them. (Grammar) Then I begin putting them together, trying them out. I make a scarf. Mostly, I still need a pattern. (Dialectic) Eventually, I become a master and can create my own patterns. I share them with others. (Rhetoric) So, that is how we learn to learn and learn to think. Through the process of learning to crochet...I've learned a good pattern for learning ANYTHING else in life. But I've also learned to think up my own patters - to think. I am FREE from patterns of others, I can make anything!<br><br>But this idea is NOT exclusive to CC. It is part of the classical model of education and you could use that ancient wisdom to enrich any educational models you are currently using.<br><br>CC helps by doing a great deal of the leg work for you - gathering facts and showing you ways to present those facts in a way that is engaging to your students. <br><br>I'd suggest perusing the CiRCE Institute (http://www.circeinstitute.org/) and Christine Miller's Classical Education (chttp://classical-homeschooling.org/) websites for more information on the classical model. Both would are excellent resources!<br><br>Oh, and you asked how Christ in incorporated? Well, Christ is The Word and The Truth. So, if you are studying Truth, you are studying Him. <br><br>There is a specific scripture memory component to CC.<br><br>I hope this is helpful to you, if not, please email me!Kerryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08779939436015866490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-2790511088719611202011-01-14T13:24:03.408-05:002011-01-14T13:24:03.408-05:00I currently homeschool through an online charter s...I currently homeschool through an online charter school. I really like the curriculum. Though it isn't Christian, I can interject my thoughts on the topics. We go to a co-op once a week with about 30 other families, most of which are Christian, and the kids do art science and history there. I am hesitant to completely change what we're doing because my daughters have made great friends and are doing well. <br><br>I am curious though, to understand a bit more. Is the "memory work" the "tools" used in later years (challenge?) in the dialectic stage? Is memory work the main focus in the elementary years and do they truly memorize the information? I'm trying to understand how the kids are "taught to learn" and "taught to think."<br><br>Also, how is Christ incorporated into the various subjects?<br><br>Finally, if I wanted to incorporate CC into my current homeschool and not completely change curriculum, what would you suggest? Any certain activities or CC products?<br><br>Thank you for your time and insight.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-13313970917207589302010-07-07T17:44:16.363-04:002010-07-07T17:44:16.363-04:00What about math? Do you do an entire 4 day math c...What about math? Do you do an entire 4 day math curriculum during the week also? Nervous about this with multiple kids.<br>Thanks!<br>Jennifer in TX considering being wait-listed for CCJRThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17592659840794273993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-11172509509801724872010-06-11T16:57:39.120-04:002010-06-11T16:57:39.120-04:00I am looking into Classical Conversations to do th...I am looking into Classical Conversations to do this upcoming fall. I was wondering if I could do the program just by buying and using the Foundations Curriculum Guide and the appropriate resources, as I cannot afford the tuition fee. Thank you for your advise!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-50665588343524114242010-03-04T19:12:41.378-05:002010-03-04T19:12:41.378-05:00Can you please tell me the difference/similarities...Can you please tell me the difference/similarities between CC and Sonlight? Thanks-Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-72106241045820046142009-08-29T01:40:29.470-04:002009-08-29T01:40:29.470-04:00After a lot of consideration and prayer, I have de...After a lot of consideration and prayer, I have decided to start a new Classical Conversations in South Jersey. If any one is interested, please let me know. woolwichhomeschooler@yahoo.comGloriahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15128202455186485292noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-71740362278934090812009-08-01T03:06:33.152-04:002009-08-01T03:06:33.152-04:00this was a really helpful post, thank you for shar...this was a really helpful post, thank you for sharing. I heard about, and then joined a new forming cc group in my area- while not totally understanding what it is all about, moms sharing their experienced have helped me figure out what it 'looks' like...thank you!Hen Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237819297457183820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-223309923805059492009-07-28T16:48:54.049-04:002009-07-28T16:48:54.049-04:00This helps me a bunch! I am considering CC for th...This helps me a bunch! I am considering CC for the fall but don't have a group nearby.meyminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13654644385281392166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-456509088776058422009-07-21T17:39:17.107-04:002009-07-21T17:39:17.107-04:00Thanks, SebbieDue for jumping in on that one! Ano...Thanks, SebbieDue for jumping in on that one! Anon - she's right, your CC director has access to a good list and I second Paula's Archives. :)Kerryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08779939436015866490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-84561088999231759082009-07-20T13:25:27.245-04:002009-07-20T13:25:27.245-04:00We are going to try CC this year for the first tim...We are going to try CC this year for the first time. We have always used Sonlight and have loved it, so I am a little hesistant. We will be doing cycle 1 the ancients. Is there a recommended book list somewhere to reinforce what they are learning in class? Thanks for any help...feeling a little lost!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-32232136409579052932009-05-14T12:49:00.000-04:002009-05-14T12:49:00.000-04:00I was wondering if anyone has heard of used Classi...I was wondering if anyone has heard of used Classical Conversation materials being available?Jennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-5588707978806690362009-04-27T15:40:00.000-04:002009-04-27T15:40:00.000-04:00Very helpful, thank you.Very helpful, thank you.Keeleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10699051418849331296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-67008293149515617332009-04-13T08:37:00.000-04:002009-04-13T08:37:00.000-04:00Hi, Deb! I've heard that YouTube has videos f...Hi, Deb! I've heard that YouTube has videos for CC, but I've yet to go look. What a great idea, though!<br><br>Thanks for stopping by the blog and leaving such a helpful, encouraging comment. I can definitely tell you love CC, too!Kerryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08779939436015866490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-79989618449296197112009-04-04T03:08:00.000-04:002009-04-04T03:08:00.000-04:00Great info on CC. I have been involved for 2 yrs, ...Great info on CC. I have been involved for 2 yrs, I tutor this year. I am starting a new program this fall, as Director. <br><br>I had homeschooled for 9 years before CC, and we were doing well, but CC has brought a renewed spark into our homeschooling, and my kids are working harder than ever.<br><br>I have 5 children, 2 of whom are in Challenge levels. More expensive than what we had used over the years, but WORTH it!<br><br>Christian worldview. Increased accountability if you tutor, and your kids will have fun learning.<br><br>Check You Tube, also, for CC demos of timeline reviews, Memory Masters.DebWarningnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-7291354599436036412009-03-12T22:07:00.000-04:002009-03-12T22:07:00.000-04:00Thanks for your blog on CC. I am considering putti...Thanks for your blog on CC. I am considering putting my daughters in the program as well as being a tutor next year in our local CC. I really need the acountability, too.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-71202795153154442342009-01-01T21:17:00.000-05:002009-01-01T21:17:00.000-05:00Dana - You are so welcome! I'm glad it helped...Dana - You are so welcome! I'm glad it helped you to hear how CC can work in a family's homeschool. It is a good program and works well for our family. I hope it will for you, too!Kerryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08779939436015866490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-68853710541654012008-08-14T20:38:00.000-04:002008-08-14T20:38:00.000-04:00Again, thank you for sharing so generously about C...Again, thank you for sharing so generously about CC. Is there a email list that has CC parents from all over to share and ask questions like this? I saw several on yahoo, but they were all local.SebbieDuehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08838871312031565871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-31041300976671310982008-07-26T07:44:00.000-04:002008-07-26T07:44:00.000-04:00Kerry,This was really great of you to write about ...Kerry,<br><br>This was really great of you to write about what it looks like in the group and your home. Thank you for taking the time to do this! It was very helpful.Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09775616455734715418noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-40868060665388410582008-04-13T23:24:00.000-04:002008-04-13T23:24:00.000-04:00Oh yes, Essentials. Might want to get the name rig...Oh yes, Essentials. Might want to get the name right! Silly me. You answered the question. I wonder if I will miss doing my normal Sonlight stuff with the girls, though. Do you feel like your kids are getting a sufficient backing in history and science just using the CC stuff (and with the supplement you are adding in)? I'm assuming the answer to that is yes, otherwise you wouldn't be doing it. <br><br>Anyway, for us it isn't a matter of being wait-listed, but if the thing even takes off in our area. I think it will, but someone needs to step up and direct it. I was asked if I was interested (as I'm sure everyone else was), and yikes - I don't think I'm director material. So I need to begin praying someone who is director material will step up. I'm tutor material, but definitely not director material! :)Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08487688993874872845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7777224150587573630.post-77121726696609709952008-04-13T00:43:00.000-04:002008-04-13T00:43:00.000-04:00Hey again!I drilled the gal at the CC booth this w...Hey again!<br><br>I drilled the gal at the CC booth this weekend about this - I'm really hoping it happens here. I have another question, though - I was planning to do Sonlight again, and choose a science and language arts. I gathered from the booth that I wouldn't need to choose a language arts if we do Elements, but would maybe want to go ahead and so my own history and science in addition to CC? Is this what you also do?<br><br>Thanks for the additional help!Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08487688993874872845noreply@blogger.com