Reviews

“Formation of the human person for their eternal end is rooted in the home.”

The Children’s Tradition is grounded in the radical truth that formation of the human person for their eternal end is rooted in the home. Centered on the principles of leisure, poetic knowledge, story, play and work, the curriculum reenchants the simple acts of living the good life as providing the richest of ‘classrooms’. As such, it is not just an education for the child; it is a means of cultivating the fertile soil of truth, goodness and beauty for the entire family. It is through this type of formation, taking place “anyhow, in a corner” of a thousand well-ordered households, that Senior’s vision for the Restoration of Christian Culture can and will be brought to fruition.

— Adam Taylor, Academic Dean at St. Martin’s Academy

“Real is at the heart of The Children’s Tradition.”

The Children’s Tradition is a faithful guide into the practices and atmosphere of the classical path. In the best sense, there is nothing original to it. It’s a synthesis of the wisdom of the ages, sized for the youngest in our homes. It offers—should you have the courage to accept—an invitation into an integrated experience and understanding of knowledge. It maintains the enchantment of the cosmos and so lays a formative foundation for its students.

It’s easy to fall in love with the ideas and ideals of classical education. Who wouldn’t hope to offer their children a “humanizing” education of “embodied wonder”? The difficulty is, of course, in following a course so many have never walked. Now, we have a map.

If you’ve ever felt lost in the sea of lovely language, wondering how this plays out with real children in a real home, you’re not alone. Ultimately, Real is at the heart of The Children’s Tradition. The Real Things—the things of God—are the inheritance awaiting our children. Their tradition is one of truth, goodness, and beauty. Let’s give it to them.

— Autumn Kern, host of The Commonplace podcast and Youtube channel

“This is the path for amateurs- ordinary people who love and enjoy what they love.”

“If we are to run with endurance the race marked out for us, then we need to know how to look for and follow the marks along the way. The Children’s Tradition points to key cultural signposts, and provides some turn-by-turn directions that can help keep a family from running off the road. This is the path for amateurs—ordinary people who love and enjoy what they love. It’s an old path, but you’re going to love the places it will take you.”

— Trae Bailey, Content Editor, Fraternus

“Help, guidance, and encouragement in motherhood.”

I am incredibly thankful to be starting Year 1 with The Children’s Tradition. This curriculum is exceptionally well thought out and extends far beyond a standard curriculum by offering help, guidance, and encouragement in motherhood.

Initially, I felt anxious and overwhelmed about Year 1 preparations, but this curriculum has been an answered prayer. I am grateful that the LORD provided it at the perfect time, and I am confident it will enable me to lay a solid educational foundation for all of my children.

I feel genuinely privileged to have found this curriculum, as it perfectly combines the principles of the IHP and Mason education. Amanda's genuine love for Christ and education is abundantly evident, and her efforts will allow me to more effectively love and educate my children.

— Rebecca Alva, Texas Mom of 4

“Life-giving for the whole family.”

I appreciate that the essential educational principals you find in The Children’s Tradition are presented in an easy-to-understand format and are life-giving for the whole family. This will help us as parents to educate and cultivate the loves of our children.

— Simona Howell, California Mom of 4

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