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Classical Education7 Ways Henry V was a Christian KingWas Henry V a "Christian King?" William Shakespeare, in his play Henry V, seems to say "yes!".Valerie Abraham Classical EducationWhat a teacher loves his subject, that love is contagious.Find out more HERE.Roman Roads Press

Classical EducationThe Chrysler Motor Company and Classical ArtWe can see the influences of ancient classical art all around us, from the symmetrical lines of early 19th century architecture and the imposing columns on government buildings, to the classically inspired…Valerie Abraham Classical EducationHow do Credits and Transcripts work with Old Western Culture? | WebcastI've received several questions from parents about how to record Old Western Culture on a transcript, and how much credit it's worth in terms of completeing high school.Daniel Foucachon Ask Mr. CIn what way is Old Western Culture a "Christian Approach" to the Great Books?Old Western Culture is a distinctly Christian course. The creators of the course believe in the inerrancy of Scripture, the Providence of God working in history, and that all truth is God's…Roman Roads Press

Classical EducationGermanic Jesus | Peter LeithartThe Germanic presence in Northern Europe posed a significant challenge to Christian missionaries, writers, and poets, which are well described by Peter Brown at the end of his Rise of Western Christendom.Peter J. Leithart Classical EducationHistory: A Moral RequirementThe study of history is a moral requirement for Christians. Think of the Israelites who were required to remember the past. Think of Paul in the NT: 'These things were written for our instruction.'…Roman Roads Press

Classical EducationJohn Adams to his son: Read ThucydidesJohn Adams wrote to his son, John Quincy Adams, soon after the Declaration of Independence, exhorting him to read Thucydides as a way to be best prepared for the days ahead of him…Roman Roads Press Classical EducationWhy Roman Roads Media?The goal of Roman Roads Media is to make the classical subjects friendly to the homeschool. Many curriculums are designed by educators with the classroom in mind. The curriculum we produce has…Roman Roads Press

Classical EducationPreparing Younger Kids for a Great Books EducationOne question that often comes up as we talk to parents of younger children is "How do I prepare my younger children for a Classical (Great Books) education?"Roman Roads Press

Classical EducationThe Cincinnatus of the West!Yesterday I posted a "flash quiz" on Facebook: What US city is named after a Roman citizen from the 5th century BC?) The answer is: Cincinnati! Name after Cincinnatus, the Roman farmer who…Daniel Foucachon Classical EducationThree Reasons Why Video Courses are the Future of HomeschoolingI was greatly benefited by video courses while being homeschool through High School. As video curriculum grows in popularity, I wanted to take a moment and highlight what I believe are its…Daniel Foucachon