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Simply Classical Curriculum – “Multi-sensory, structured, … and beautiful”

Why do we include SO many multi-sensory exercises, structured teaching, and movement activities in the Simply Classical Curriculum? The Simply Classical Curriculum intends to incorporate the best research, the most effective techniques while retaining the beautiful elements of a classical Christian education. Music, art, poetry, literature and science fosters wonder, … Continue reading →

The Non-Verbal Child & Special Classical Education

We often have moms who need Level B or Level C in the Simply Classical Curriculum, but their child(ren) cannot speak, or cannot speak well. “My child knows his letters and numbers, but he does not speak.” This is the advice: If you have time, I would teach from Level … Continue reading →

Be Not Dismayed

Winter is hard. Parenting special needs is hard. Having special needs is harder still. My adult children grapple with their own moodiness, disorganization, and loneliness in the winter months more than at other times. Regular volunteer activities are canceled due to snow. Thick clouds overtake the sun. Schizophrenia is never … Continue reading →

Dyslexia & Classical Education – More Discussion

This topics resurfaces every few months in one form or another: “My daughter has dyslexia. How will a classical education benefit her?” “Can my son receive a classical education, if he has dyslexia?” “What modifications will be necessary with a classical education, because my child has dyslexia?” Today the conversation … Continue reading →

A Beautiful Education for Special Needs – New Books Coming for the Simply Classical Curriculum’

At ClassicalSpecialNeeds.com, existing levels await. Coming soon: 1. Simply Classical StoryTime Treasures: A Guide to Reading Deeply and Writing Skillfully through a Collection of Four Stories (Little Bear, Little Bear’s Visit,  Caps for Sale, Blueberries for Sal).”  Description: “Blossoming readers need more than practice; they need to discover the riches … Continue reading →

“I Will Be With You” – The Missouri Floods … and other trials

“With the recent floods of late December and early January, we certainly witnessed the destructive impact those waters can have. Highways were shut down. A stretch of I-55 was closed for days. Highway 141 at I-44 was underwater for a week. Homes were damaged. I think the most dramatic and … Continue reading →

Simply Classical Curriculum – ClassicalSpecialNeeds.com

“Simply Classical was the first program I’d ever seen that welcomed special needs children into the beauty of this education” (Mary). “I truly believe Level A has helped his oral skills more than anything else” (Michelle). Simply Classical “has captured special needs preschool and bottled it inside something true, good, … Continue reading →

New Interview – Homeschooling & the Classical Christian Liberal Arts

This new hour-long conversation aired January 7, 2016 on Issues, Etc. Topics discussed: a typical day, two kingdoms/two canons, “socialization,” the purpose of education, and the value of the Christian liberal arts. Associated photos: Interview Afterward with an author/friend who was in the studio at the same time! See also … Continue reading →

LPR – Among Top Podcasts in Religion & Spirituality

Put away your Christmas music, but wanting more to edify your daily life? You can listen to 24/7 sacred music arranged by season of the Church Year. If you prefer informative talk, consider Live365. Conservative, confessional, creedal. (Not just for Lutherans!) Always free. I visited the studio yesterday for an … Continue reading →

“Cheryl Swope Vimeo/Webinars”

Now available through Memoria Press, these topics are ready for viewing: Classical Education & Special Needs: Part One  - three sessions, avg. one hour each, audio with slides, originally hosted by WTM. Classical Education with Special Needs: Part Two – three sessions, avg. ~50 min each, audio with slides, originally … Continue reading →