
The Core
Teaching Your Child the Foundations of Classical Education
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Narrated by:
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Laura Bos
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By:
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Leigh A. Bortins
In the past, correct spelling, the multiplication tables, the names of the state capitals and the American presidents were basics that all children were taught in school. Today, many children graduate without this essential knowledge. Most curricula today follow a haphazard sampling of topics with a focus on political correctness instead of teaching students how to study.
Leigh Bortins, a leading figure in the homeschooling community, is having none of it. She believes that there are core areas of knowledge that are essential to master. Without knowing the multiplication tables, children can't advance to algebra. Without mastery of grammar, students will have difficulty expressing themselves. Without these essential building blocks of knowledge, students may remember information but they will never possess a broad and deep understanding of how the world works.
In this book, Bortins gives parents the tools and methodology to implement a rigorous, thorough, and broad curriculum based on the classical model, including:
- Rote memorization to cement knowledge
- Systematic learning of geography, historical facts, and timelines
- Reading the great books and seminal historical documents instead of adaptations and abridged editions
- Rigorous training in math and the natural sciences
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Would you consider the audio edition of The Core to be better than the print version?
My answer to this question will always be yes.What other book might you compare The Core to and why?
Douglas Wilson's "The Case for Classical Christian Education"What does Laura Bos bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
She does a good job, but the pacing was maybe a little rushed.Any additional comments?
I loved this book. If you are thinking of homeschooling or if you want to develop healthy habits of mind for yourself or your family, this is a tremendous tool.Wonderful introduction to Classical Education
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