This package contains 50 copies each of the following two booklets:
Intro to Classical Education
By Dr. Christopher Perrin
This booklet (45 pages) is an ideal and significant introduction to classical education. It traces the history of classical education and describes its modern renaissance. The book also highlights the distinctive elements of the movement including its emphasis on teaching grammar, logic and rhetoric (the Trivium), and the extraordinary achievements of students who are receiving a classical education. It explains the benefit of classical language study (Latin and Greek) and integrated learning through a study of the great books of western civilization. The booklet is written in a colloquial and informative style, with anecdotes, diagrams and charts. This book is recommended to parents just beginning their examination of classical education. A secular version of this booklet, suitable for public and charter schools, is also available upon request (please contact us for more information).
- Concise but significant introduction to classical education
- Clear definition and historical overview of classical education
- Descriptions of the modern renaissance in classical education
- Examples of student achievement around the country
- Helpful anecdotes, diagrams and charts
- Unabridged Audio CD also available
Discover Classical Christian Education: The Essential Guide for Parents
Designed as a full color magazine, this 20 page booklet is a brief, engaging and persuasive overview of the worldview and value of a classical Christian education. It clearly contrasts the goals and results of classical education with the current modern education system, provides an introduction to the stages of the Trivium, a timeline of the recent growth of the movement, the importance of teaching the liberal arts, and integrating all subjects with biblical worldview.
What is the difference between these two booklets?
Introduction to Classical Education
- Much substantial information
- A reading piece, incremental
- Recommended for a reader with deeper interest or previous exposure.
Discover Classical Christian Education
- Graphical magazine layout
- Information presented in short “articles”
- Recommended for a fast, high impact introduction to classical education.
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Sample Chapters:
An Introduction to Classical Education (PDF)
An Introduction to Classical Education Audio book on CD (MP3)