Gentle + Classical Catalog 2022

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Your Journey

This catalogue has less to do with what is
offered by The Gentle + Classical Press and

more to do with your journey in home
education.



At The Press, we believe that a family's
journey in home education is sacred,

beautiful, and fundamental to the redemption
of our broader culture... not to "how things
used to be" but to what they ought to be.


We believe in emboldening, encouraging,
equipping, and exciting YOU in this journey,

and we're beyond ecstatic to provide you with
resources to that end. Enjoy!

Table of Content

04 WELCOME
05
07 We're excited that you're here. We hope you'll find tools,
24 encouragement, and resources to inspire you in home education!
28
41 MEET THE TEAM
46
We're few but mighty. Meet the team that works diligently to
create, edit, promote, and deliver your favorite resources!

USEFUL TOOLS

You don't have to start from scratch! Use these resources to
refine your vision and inspire your spirit for what's to come!

VIEW BY AGE/GRADE

We have something for almost everyone, and we want you to know
it! See our favorite "outside" resources as well.

WHAT IS A MEMORY STATEMENT BOARD?

Let us help you solve the mystery, once and for all!

PLANNING TOOLS

Need some great planning pages? We have a few that you're free
to download and enjoy for your home and family!

LAST WORD & CONTACT DETAILS

Stay in touch! We hope you're here for years, and we genuinely
appreciate your presence in our community.

ENGAGE.
CULTIVATE.
INSPIRE.

You aren't here by mistake. At any given
moment, in any given day, home
education can feel like a mistake.
Sometimes the tone of voice is a
mistake. Sometimes the book choice is a
mistake. Sometimes your child's
struggles can feel like some type of epic
mistake.
I assure you, they are not. Not one
challenge- not one moment, not
even the constant encounters with
sin- are a mistake.
Education is an atmosphere because the
Holy Spirit is always present to
correct, encourage, comfort, and
direct. Education is a discipline because
it's absolutely not easy and requires
recommitment after recommitment.
Education is life because it builds and
grows, redeems and restores.
You may be very sure that you weren't
made for this. But, friend, let me assure
you that the One who made you isn't
done with you yet.

In Christ,
Erin Cox

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Get to Know
your Team

You've probably already seen my face a time or two,
but I'm Erin! I'm the founder of The Gentle + Classical
Press, working alongside my husband, Danny, and our
4 children- Isabella, Kali, Daxton, and Kolton.

This little press was born out of grief, God-given
purpose, and a passionate pursuit of "the best" for our
own children.

We've homeschooled for just over a decade, always
creating our unique blend of Charlotte Mason,
classical education, unit studies, and a pinch and dash
of whatever else seemed to work.

In our home, we face sin daily, don't let being
"unqualified" stop us, work hard, play hard, laugh
hard, shout loud, and follow what God has called us to
do... even when it makes no sense to our flesh. We take
risks while always looking to the ancient paths to
guide our next steps.

We have about 0.1% of things "figured out," but we are
willing to do the hard work of obeying anyway... which
is how The Gentle + Classical press was born.

Thank you for joining us, trusting us, and jumping in
with both feet alongside us.

Erin + Family

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the Rockstars

LARA CHOMOUT WHITNEY BRASWELL NICHOLE LUCKIE

WRITER, MARKETING CURRICULUM ADVISOR, LEAD DESIGNER,
GURU, CUSTOMER BEAUTY ARCHITECT
SERVICE EDITOR, & CUSTOMER


Lara is a homeschool mom of SERIVICE GENIUS
three in West Texas and is the

proud wife to Seth. She is a


graduate of Angelo State

University with a B.A. in Mass
Nichole is a graduate of
Media with a focus in Savannah College of Art
Journalism and a B.A. in Whitney is the happy wife to and Design, the the joyful
German. She has a heart for Trey and homeschooling mom wife to Sven, and mother
sharing the gospel of Jesus to of two beautiful children.
those near and far who have of 3. She has a Masters in Nichole is the talent
never heard his name. Lara's Curriculum Development and a behind many designs that
knack with words , desire to you see in the programs
communicate clearly, and love keen eye for editorial details. from The Gentle +
of Jesus equips her to be an Whitney's excellent education Classical Press. If you see
excellent contributing to writer and godly, sweet spirit makes our stuff getting "better
to many GCP programs. and better," she's why!
her an amazing curriculum

advisor and customer service
guru. She is the editor of On pg. 06 ShopGentleClassical.com
Mission magazine as well as
most publications from The

Gentle + Classical Press.

Useful Tools

You don't have to figure this out all by yourself.
Home education materials are a big deal-
spiritually, emotionally, and financially.



Let us give you a few easy tools for processing
through your vision for your homeschool days and
the desires you have for your child's education. We

will also provide you with some basic useful
checklists for shopping and planning your days.

6 Steps to Success

Sometimes, we're thrown into home education without much warning. That may be due to a
variety of circumstances, but it's not unfair to say, sometimes homeschooling chooses US rather
than the other way around. The following 6 steps are simple, but each is significant in your
journey. Use the following pages to journal through these steps so you have a reference to go back
to on the hard days.

Step One Step Two Step Three

Pray: Envision: Unpack:
When the opportunity Before you google a There are many "ideas" and
to homeschool arrives single word about preconceived notions
on our doorstep, the home education, allow about how homeschool can
first requirement is yourself to dream. go horribly awry, how we
prayer. God is truly What was your might fail, all the struggles
our source of all peace, education like? What that could happen. The
joy, and comfort, so do you want for your "what-ifs" can be
seek His will- not just children? What do you overwhelming. Unpack
now- but every single hope for in the day-to- those fears and leave them
step of the way. day but also for their there. They have no place
futures? in this process.

Step Four Step Five Step Six

Start: Learn: Enjoy:
Yes, before you begin Once your feet are a little You've unpacked fears, created
learning and digging into "wet" with some homemade a vision, started (scared), and
philosophies, just start. experiences, it's time to have learned a thing or two
You've thrown all fears learn. Find a book list for about a few home education
out the window, you the Jesus-loving, philosophies. Above all, you've
know your desires for homeschooling mama at sought God's will and vision
your days, so make the gcpress.tinyc.co/booklist for your child. Now you're
first step in doing that. Expect that the equipped to purchase
Read a book. Write a opportunities to learn curriculum that works for
story. Make a recipe. Go about education will never YOUR family and to enjoy the
on a walk. It's that easy. end. fruits of your hard work!

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Questions & Answers
Express Yo'Self

01 PRAY
As you spend time in God's Word, seeking His will, direction,
and peace, jot down any scipture, words, or ideas He
impresses upon your heart.

02 ENVISION
We have hopes and dreams for our children. Laying ALL
comparison and fears aside, if you weren't scared, what would
you hope and dream for your child's education? Write a few
key words here.

03 UNPACK
We all have fear, preconceived notions, and baggage to
unpack. Home education is no place for anxiety or
comparison. What are your deepest fears? Write them here,
give them to the Lord, and don't come back and get them.

04 START
05 Starting is the hardest part. It's so "official" and intimidating.
So, just do it. Get it over with. Write down a book to read, a
craft to do, and a walk to visit in this space. Just pick
anything. It doesn't matter. All that matters is "doing"... not
"doing it perfectly."

LEARN
There are over a dozen educational philosophies and twenty times
that many books on the subject. It's daunting! You don't have to be a
pro, but it's wise to always seek more knowledge for yourself about
how children learn. Write down the names of two philosophies
you've heard of here, then pick ONE book about each. Don't look
any further until you've read these selections.

06 ENJOY The Gentle + Classical Press
This part is easy when you've done the prep work. Once you
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home education views will ALWAYS evolve over time), you
can jot down a few favorite programs for your family. We
made the first note for you ;)

The 5-Day Challenge

Stuck in a rut? We hear you! It happens to the best of us. Sometimes we can get into seasonal, mental, or spiritual
YUCK zones and need a reboot. Sometimes, it gets so bad we want to go running for the hills. Often, that's not a
real option (though, if you CAN take a spiritual retreat alone, I highly recommend it!). Instead, try this tried-and-
true 5 Day Challenge for refreshing your homeschool (and hopefully attitude)!

01 02 03
GAME DAY
DO NOTHING DAY NATURE DAY If gaming isn't a typical
Yes, for real. Sometimes Nothing changes part of your school days, I
in the hurriedness of life, attitudes like fresh air, encourage you to make it.
we literally just need exercise, and wide open The opportunity for
permission to stop and do spaces. If nature isn't an learning math,
NOTHING. That's what option due to inclement cooperation, following
you have today. Cancel weather, camp inside! directions, logic, and
the appointments, skip Play nature scenes on the more is endless with a
the co-op, lay the books TV and build a fort in good selection of board
aside. Watch movies, the living room. This day games. If your family
read, sleep, eat, play is about shaking off the video games, do that as
games. Give EVERYONE stale and old and making well!
the day off. the most of today!

04 05 Creativity is intelligence
ART DAY having fun.
You don't have to be BUILD IT DAY
good at drawing to enjoy Think through all you've -Albert Einstein
it, as long as you have the learned about and read so
right attitude. YouTube far this school year. What
has great beginner videos sticks out the most? Build
if sketching or watercolor it! We utilize salt dough,
painting is not something legos, and even games like
your family usually does. Minecraft to replicate
Pick the easiest one and cities, castles, homes, or
begin together. Make monuments. Let
mistakes together. Learn creativity reign and see all
together. your kids learned when
no one was looking!

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30Day Goal Challenge Need this SEE PG 32
If your family isn't in the habit of a daily read aloud time, art observation time, or planned for you?
devotional time, here's an opportunity to create a new habit. Doing so as a family makes it
all the more sweet! Check off each day as you succeed, and decided in advance what your Morning Virtues is our really practical
family's "prize" will be for accomplishing this goal! answer to this problem for our own
homeschools as well. It includes pre-
01 02 03 selected books, art prints, scripture
selections, and an easy 28-day schedule to
follow. Leave all the heavy lifting to us!

04 05

Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes
Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes
Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture

06 07 08 09 10

Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes
Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes
Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture

11 12 13 14 15

Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes
Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes
Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture

16 17 18 19 20

Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes
Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes
Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture

21 22 23 24 25

Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes
Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes
Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture

26 27 28 29 30

Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes Read for 10 minutes
Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes Observe art for 3 minutes
Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture Read 4 verses of scripture

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One Week Morning Challenge

With enough fortitude, and the right mindset, we can create our own helpful habits in just a few days. Atomic Habits is
a favorite book, and one key to new habit formation is to think of yourself in terms of already BEING the person who
you're wanting to become. If you're wanting to conquer your mornings, be sure to think of yourself as an "early,
productive riser!"

01 Set your alarm for the time that you need to be awake for your BEST day. Be reasonable, and if you still
aren't sleeping through the night due to waking children, skip this step. Your only task for the first day is
to GET UP at this time. Absolutely nothing more.

02 Set your alarm and rise like Day 1.
Grab your Bible. Spend 5 minutes asking for God's hand upon your day, praising Him, and reading just 1-2
lines of scripture. Meditate on these throughout your day.

03 Set your alarm and rise like Day 1. Bible time like Day 2.
After your Bible time, gently stretch. This isn't about "exercise" but about waking your body fully. Simply
do 3-5 gentle stretches.

04 Set your alarm and rise, Bible time, and simple stretches.
After your stretches, eat a wholesome breakfast. Take the time to fuel your body for the day *unless you
do intermittent fasting. Sip a warm drink of your preference with intentionality and appreciation.

05 Set your alarm and rise, Bible time, simple stretches, breakfast and a warm drink.
Place one single load of laundry into the washer. This single load is the only one you'll touch all day. Your
only laundry goal is to get this ONE load washed, dried, and put away during the course of your day.

06 Set your alarm and rise, Bible time, simple stretches, breakfast and a warm drink, and load the laundry.
Walk outside. If you have chickens or other livestock, this might be a great time to do chores. If not, simply
stand outside or walk around for 10 minutes enjoying the fresh morning air.

07 Set your alarm and rise, Bible time, simple stretches, breakfast and a warm drink, load the laundry, and
walk outside.
Hug each of your children. Look them in the eyes, tell them something you uniquely appreciate about
them, and give them a long, warm, gentle hug.

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Habit Tracking
Track your weekly progress & habits.

MTWT F

READ ALOUD DAILY FOR 10+ MINUTES

MTWT F

GET OUTSIDE FOR 30+ MINUTES WHEN POSSIBLE

ENCOURAGE AND HUG EACH CHILD INVIDUALLY AT LEAST MTWT F
THREE TIMES PER DAY MTWT F

TAKE IN BEAUTY IN SOME FORM, WITH INTENTION, EACH DAY

MTWT F

READ, RECITE, AND STUDY GOD'S WORD DAILY

MTWT F

FOCUS ON HEART ISSUES OVER APPEARANCES EACH DAY

LAUGH AND PURSUE SOMETHING JOYFUL AS A FAMILY EACH DAY MTWT F

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The goal of all Gentle + Classical
programs is to empower

educators with knowledge,
usher each of us to the foot of

the Cross, inspire us to be
tenacious students of

learning, and remove the
burdens of comparison and

fear- once and for all.

Erin Cox

Top Tips

From one homeschooling mom to another.

If we could talk for only five minutes, and I could share three things that I believe changed my
homeschool journey for the better, this would be those tips!

01 02 03
enjoy
don't compare interruption time outs

Do not compare your Don't just tolerate And I don't mean for the
children to the children interruption, learn to kids. Do not create a
inside of a system you've embrace it. Look for the schedule that only a
opted out of. good in each moment, robot could live up to.
even if it's not going Create margin, for your
Your homeschool is according to plan. own sanity.
NOT a school, and it
shouldn't look like one. Misbehavior is an Find a 30 minute period
Your days won't look the opportunity for the of time, every single day,
same and the results will presentation of the when you can be alone,
be different. Gospel, again and again. collect your thoughts, sit
in silence, and get ready
That's the point. You for the next part of the
can't have it both ways. day.

Quick Notes

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Pros & Cons

Whether we are selecting home education materials, planning field trips, choosing to participate
in a co-op or even just initially deciding to homeschool, a pro and con list can work wonders for

clarity. It doesn't hurt to have a pretty one... so here you go. You're welcome.

Pro Con

VS

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One of the most beautiful, and yes
— overwhelming— aspects of

education at home is the freedom
that we have to choose,

manipulate, expand, simplify, and
blend any of the vast numbers of
educational philosophies that are

available to create our own
unique approach.

Each homeschool family can be
truly one-of-a-kind!

Erin Cox

Curriculum Choices for
____________________

Reading:

Spelling:

Math:

Science:

Literature:

Grammar:

Foreign Language:

History:

Geography:

Bible:
Artist/Music Study:

Which subjects of curriculum you need will vary greatly by age! Your
kindergarten student does not need a spelling or history curriculum. You may
also choose not to study a foreign language until later (or not at all).

PRESCHOOL: We recommend reading/phonics EXPOSURE, math games, exposure to foreign language, with
much literature, Bible, and nature exploration. Furthermore, we begin exposure to art and music masters along
with ample, free, open-ended art explorations. In preschool, we follow the child's lead and developmental
readiness, never making "school" feel formal, rigid, or restrictive.

KINDERGARTEN: We recommend beginning formal math and reading instruction, once you feel your child is
willing AND physically/developmentally ready. We also introduce geography and cultural studies in
kindergarten as well.

FIRST GRADE+: We recommend beginning grammar instruction alongside spelling instruction and history.
This is also the point in which we introduce a more formal, consistent foreign language program. We continue
with those subjects through the years, introducing subjects like logic and worldview in middle and high school.

In preschool through first grade, we learn basic anatomy as well as spend a great deal of time studying nature for our
science component.

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SWOT Curriculum Analysis

A SWOT Analysis is another great evaluation or decision making tool. Threats may be a little harsh, but think of it
more as challenges. What strengths does this particular program have? What areas might it be weak? Does it present
opportunities that others may not? And what challenges (i.e. "threats") could I see myself facing if I choose it?

Strengths Weakness

Opportunities Threats

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Homeschool Assessment
Be kind to yourself! It is good to evaluate how things have been
going and flowing from time to time. Hopefully this will help
brainstorm any solutions to potential problems you've been having.

01 SCHEDULE 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
How is your overall day flowing? Do you feel
constantly behind or like you aren't doing enough?
Fairly evaluate your schedule management.

02 MORNING FLOW 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
Is everyone getting started on the day at a
reasonable time so that you aren't rushed? Do you
move from subject to subject with ease?

03 AFTERNOON FLOW 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
During your after lunch hours, are you still able to
accomplish what you've set aside for that time of
day. Do these hours look like you want them to?

04 OUTSIDE OBLIGATIONS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
05 Is your family feeling like a bunch of hobbits or 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
completely zapped from living out of a vehicle?
Have you struck a balance between social time
and home time that works for YOU?

CURRICULUM CHOICES
Have the programs you've chosen been working
well? Do they need tweaking or a complete
replacement? Are you making progress reasonably?

06 OVERALL ATTITUDES 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
What's everyone's overall attitude about your
home education atmosphere? Does it need some
refreshing or are things going pretty well?

esults If you scored here, I want to encourage you that you likely are being harsh with yourself. Spend some time in prayer and

01-25 have a loved one who knows your days take the assessment with you. If things really aren't going well, spend time in
prayer getting real with yourself about root causes, then get into community with other homeschoolers and find some
solutions. You CAN do this, but it's best not to do it alone.

26-35 You're doing awesome, mama! Maybe you feel like there are a few areas that need some refinement, but you have
clarity now about what those are, and I know you can take action to keep on keeping on!

36-60 You're a confident, take-no-man-prisoner homeschooling mama! You've probably been at this for a minute, so you
know what works for you. Congrats on having a great school year! pg. 20 ShopGentleClassical.com

Shopping Checklist

Make notes of your favorite program for each topic below. Make multiple
copies of this sheet, one for each child.

reading & spelling literature & grammar

history & geography Bible & character

science & nature math

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Gentle + Classical Flow Chart

Use the flow chart below to make decisions for your children.

01 02 03

PRAY. WHAT AGE? DOWNLOAD THE
We always encourage FREE GUIDE.
Our programs are distinctly
you to start every broken up by age: The Teacher's Guides for
decision here, even Preschool, Primer, and
academic decisions. God 2-4 YEARS: PRESCHOOL Nature are 100% free for
knows your child and KINDER-1ST: PRIMER & NATURE download and use. We ask
that you always read
cares about the 1ST - 6TH: NATURE, MORNING
knowledge they store in VIRTUES, AND ON MISSION before making any
their minds and hearts. purchases in our shop.

06 If your child is in first grade and
HAS NOT done Primer, we
FIND THE BOOKS recommend starting with it. If
Seek out all books at your they have done Primer, then

local library. We also begin with Morning Virtues and
recommend secondhand the other programs.
stores, AbeBooks.com,
ThriftBooks.com, local 05 04
homeschool groups, as well
GRAB THE BOOK VIEW THE
as YouTube. For LIST SAMPLES
inexpensive audiobooks,
Preschool, Primer, and All of our programs
we love Scribd. Nature all have includes samples that
can be viewed in the
downloadable book lists shop or downloaded
found in their shop from the shop. Print
listing. them out when possible
and make sure they're

right for you.

07 08 09

ORGANIZE GET INVOLVED JUST START
Our larger, full year We highly encourage you Begin somewhere, no
programs all include
"getting started" guides to join our active matter how
that walk you through Facebook group for "imperfectly". Jump
the components of the support, community, right in, tweak and
bundle along with steps adjust, add and take
for organizing and ideas, and away. This is your
preparing the materials. encouragement! homeschool. There is no
gcpress.tinyc.co/group perfect, "one" way. Enjoy


the journey!

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All I can say is that every single one of the products I’ve
purchased from The Gentle + Classical Press have been
absolutely outstanding in terms of quality and
intentionality, and the Level 1 Nature Student Notebook
(and Teacher’s Guide) are no different!

In addition to being so beautiful that you can’t wait to
dive in, they’re also user-friendly, engaging, and such a
great resource that has been a blessing to our family.

We also utilize The Gentle + Classical
Preschool and this curriculum is the feast
that keeps on giving! We are so thankful to
have found these options and to have become
members of the Gentle + Classical family.

Catlian C.

Shop by Grade

On the following pages, you will find our
recommended programs for each grade.



Some of the programs aren't even Gentle +
Classical! But we want to share with you

exactly what we choose for each grade,
regardless of who created it because there are

many excellent curriculum companies! (We
won't pretend to be the only one we like!)

COUPON CODES!

Please note that due to the nature
of our Black Friday pricing,

absolutely NO coupon codes are
allowed in conjunction with this
sale. Also, please note our refund,
coupon, and shipping policies on

page 46. We do not offer rain
checks or "price matching". Sorry!

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YOU ARE YOUR CHILD’S GREATEST
TEACHER.

I know from experience that the task of
home education is daunting,
overwhelming, and rife with uncertainty.

But I have also enjoyed the wonderful
freedom in accepting that God’s grace IS
truly sufficient (even for this) and in
surrendering my plans and expectations at
the foot of the cross.

Erin Cox

Preschool // 2-4 Years

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The Preschool Handicraft + Activity Guide includes:
26 detailed units that give deeper instruction for the units
outlined in the Teacher's Guide
One primary handicraft/activity per unit, to avoid overwhelm
Utilizes materials commonly found at home, with few special
purchases required (note the supply list available below)
Includes handicrafts/activities that are meaningful, lasting,
hands-on, and/or sensory, and that exercise fine motor skills

Includes additional books to flesh out themes inherent in our
recitations (memory statements)
Provides a Q&A "Connect" for talking with your child about
the connections found in each unit
Features a special weekly heart-check, geared toward
homeschooling moms
Detailed supply list, by unit
Provides additional math or science activity suggestions
Offers a menu of ideas for connecting, adding to, or modifying
the week's activity or handicraft

BIBLE & CATECHISM HANDWRITING NURSERY RHYMES
MANNERS, HYGIENE, & SAFETY LITERATURE & POETRY SCIENCE

ART & MUSIC MATH & PHONICS VIRTUE FORMATION

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Here are some of the goals behind this program: our recommendations
An abundance of open-ended play
Taking advantage of robust, sponge-like memories Reading Instruction: At this level, we do
A natural inclusion of intentional education throughout the day not believe that anything is necessary
Living books that transport your little one into other worlds beyond the included phonics exposure.
and experiences
Hands-on handicrafts and activities Math: Preschool Math at Home by Kate
Special bonding time with your little one as you explore the Snow.
world together

The Preschool 2nd edition Teacher's Guide Includes:
26 units of letter-themed books
Scripture, Character, Catechism, Manners + Hygiene, "All About Me"
(anatomy), Math, Nursery Rhyme
Special, additional sections for children 3+ years
Book and basic supply list
Encouragement for YOU from a REAL mom
Introduction to the Charlotte Mason and classical educational philosophies
Simple, "at-a-glance" weekly unit overview pages
Instructions for implementing memory statements (or recitations)

The Preschool Art + Music Pack includes:
Includes clear instruction for implementing artist study with preschoolers
An overview of our approach to studying Peter and the Wolf (with
recommended books and music)
Art prints from Van Gogh, da Vinci, and Matisse with preferred
biographies listed
A storyboard for play-narrating Peter and the Wolf as we listen
throughout the year

The Preschool Morning Binder: The Card sets include:
4 Page Calendar + Weather + Emotions Inventory
including name and age practice Memory Statement Cards for creating a Memory
26 Pages of Build It/ Write It/ Find It ABC
Activities Statement Board for Math, Character + Catechism,
Numbers 1-10
Shape Tracing + Identification Scripture, Manners + Hygiene, "All About Me" (science),
Color Identification + Tracing
Wonder Tale + Poetry, and Nursery Rhyme (instructions

for creating a Memory Statement Board are included)

Vintage 123 Flashcards, Numbers 1-10

Vintage ABC Flashcards, A-Z Uppercase

Additional Shape and Color Flashcards pg. 02
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You may be all-together confused or overwhelmed by what a memory statement even IS and how to use them. I'm glad you asked!
Memory statements fill the pages of all Gentle + Classical programs, so I want to make sure you understand WHAT they are and how to
implement them in your homeschool!

Memory statements are an idea that seems to have sprung from the more modern ideas of classical education and have been made popular
by a popular community-based curriculum program. However, if we dig more deeply, we find that the notion of a “memory statement” is
rooted in Charlotte Mason and true (historical) classical education.

In the Charlotte Mason philosophy, we simply refer to them as recitations:

“Recitation and committing to memory are not necessarily the same thing, and it is well to store a
child’s memory with a good deal of poetry, learnt without labour…. attempt only a little, and let the
poems the child learns be simple and within the range of his own thought and imaginations.” -
Charlotte Mason

While we call them “memory statements,” our aim is not actual memorization. We could easily call them “memory recitations” or simply
“recitations.” These statements represent an opportunity to dwell on a beautiful thought and store them up inside of our hearts. Memory
statements are an opportunity to “see and say beauty” (as outlined in The Gentle + Classical Preschool 2nd edition- coming June 2021).
We recite poetry, nursery rhymes, scripture, catechism, virtue definitions, and math facts which are beautiful, meaningful reflections of
God, and thusly plant true, good, and beautiful notions into hearts and minds.

So the question is- should we “memorize” these recitations? The answer lies in your own personal philosophy. You will find that scripture
and catechisms (basic questions and answers about our Christian faith or an early apologetics foundation, if you will) are the most
beautiful of all of our recitations and thusly are recited for several weeks to ensure that over time, they are truly written on our hearts.

Other recitations like counting to 10 are recited for weeks on end, as they reflect God’s order and are fundamental to early math literacy.
Recitations like the “About Me” or “Manners, Hygiene, and Safety” (found in The Gentle + Classical Preschool and Gentle + Classical
Primer) are statements that give words to concepts your child is already experiencing in their life. Giving words to concepts our children
are experiencing is an important part of our job, as this equips them with the proper language to express their own ideas, needs, or
experiences.

Furthermore, the memory statements included in our Gentle + Classical Nature program give our children proper names for items in
nature and for the systems they observe in the world around them, granting them a greater understanding of self, and thusly the world at
large.

How do I implement memory statements?

Super simple! Say a short portion of the statement to your child and have them “say it back” or “repeat after me”- whichever they seem to
understand. If your child is very young, you might model this behavior with another child or adult to help them understand what “say it
back” means, though most children are natural little parrots.

If your child is 2-3 years old, you might keep the “portions” that you expect them to say back to 2-word sections, slowly working through
the full statement. You might also shorten any statements as needed. Example in catechism: Rather than, “What else did God make? God
made all things,” feel free to say, “What else did God make? Everything (or all things).”

As your child gets older and you work on more recitations, you’ll find their ability to attend and repeat back lengthens. Expect them to be
able to “repeat back” one word for every year of age. My 5-year-old can repeat back a 5-7 word statement after hearing it once. My 3-year-
old can generally repeat back 3-5 words at a time.

All in all, don’t let this concept fool you. It’s more simple than it sounds but the simplicity does NOT mean that it isn’t exceedingly
valuable. We are writing TRUTH upon hearts, stretching imaginations, exercising their working memories, helping them develop more
advanced language skills, facilitating proper speech and cadence, and SO much more.

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If you've been looking for a curriculum for long,
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An abundance of open-ended play
Taking advantage of robust, sponge-like
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A natural inclusion of intentional education
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BIBLE & CATECHISM HANDWRITING NURSERY RHYMES
MANNERS & HYGIENE LITERATURE POETRY

ART & MUSIC MATH & PHONICS PRACTICE VIRTUE FORMATION

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our recommendations

Reading Instruction: All About Reading
Math: Kindergarten Math with Confidence by
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Culture & Geography: On Mission
Science & Nature: Gentle + Classical Nature

SEE PG 34 SEE PG 33

Nothing brings narration to life for
children like the tools to act out the stories
and rhymes they are experiencing. Children
often love to “tell back” as well as older
children but can sometimes struggle with
being as detailed as they would like due to
language development. This kit of
storyboard manipulatives gives them the
tools to “act out” and recount the wonder
tales we read during our year such as: The 3
Little Pigs, Little Red Riding Hood, The
Velveteen Rabbit, Peter Rabbit and Benjamin
Bunny, Jemima Puddle-Duck, The Ugly
Duckling, Goldilocks and the Three Bears,
Snow White, Hansel and Gretel, and more!

The Primer Art + Music Pack includes:
Activities, detailed instructions, and encouragement is INTEGRAL to
implementing the Art + Music Portion of Gentle + Classical Primer.
Instructions for each unit along with high-resolution art prints in
8.5x11” that correlate with our studies.
Montessori 3-Part Cards further artist, instrument, and art element
studies.
6 elements of art posters that are so helpful in teaching our little ones.
A list of recommended books to coordinate with the included activities
Composers: Bach, Mozart, Tchaikovsky
Artists: Vermeer, Monet, and Kandinsky

The Kindergarten Morning Binder includes:
Calendar Skills
Writing His/Her Name
Emotional Assessment
Observing Weather
Letter Formation Copywork Practice in Print (Zaner-
Bloser© Style)
Letter Sounds
Recognizing Math Symbols
and More!

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HUMANITIES

First & Second Grade //
6-9 Years

We have two sets of programs that can work for your first grade child. SeAacLhE: $24.99 SeAacLhE: $12.99
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more than sufficient for their first grade student. Because we do not
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Courage Joy Gratitude

In the Courage volume of Morning In the Joy volume of Morning Virtues, In the Gratitude volume of Morning
Virtues, you'll find the following content: you'll find the following content: Virtues, you'll find the following content:

Hymn: "How Firm a Foundation" Hymn: Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee Hymn: Great is Thy Faithfulness
Bible Reading + Catechism: Book of Bible Reading + Catechism: Gospel of Bible Reading + Catechism:
Joshua Luke Philippians
Read-Alouds: The Sign of the Beaver and Read-Alouds: The Little Riders and Read-Alouds: Where the Mountain
The Hundred Dresses Anne of Green Gables Meets the Moon and The Door in the
Artist Study: Renoir Artist Study: Mary Cassatt Wall
Composer Study: Beethoven Composer Study: Felix Mendelssohn Artist Study: Henry Ossawa Tanner
Handicrafts: Macrame Folk Song: Home on the Range Composer Study: Joseph Haydn
Sonnet: by James Weldon Johnson Handicrafts: Paper Luminaries & Handicrafts: Gratitude Beads and
Manners + Hygiene: Courage and Flag Banner & MUCH MORE! Spiral Spinners
Etiquette & MUCH MORE! Sonnet: Sonnet 29 by Shakespeare &
MUCH MORE!

Upcoming Releases

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Gentle + Classical Nature is a complete and robust Charlotte Mason and Classical-inspired nature SCIENCE
exploration curriculum that features 18 individual, cohesive units scheduled over 36 weeks. It has
been designed to suit your students K4-4th grade.

Gentle + Classical Nature takes Charlotte Mason’s “Formidable List of Attainments” and implements
those in a way that is realistic for modern mamas. Utilizing the resources we have nearby, modern
living books that are widely available, and Miss Mason’s words of wisdom, Nature inspires us to dig
into God’s Creation with wonder, awe, and inspiration.

Then Full Nature Bundle includes the following:
ONE Teacher's Guide, printed on thick sturdy
paper, in full color, and wire-o bound.
ONE Nature Collection Journal, on the same
pencil-friendly, thick stock, in full color, and wire-o
bound.
ONE Student Notebook- YOU CHOOSE. Level 1
(K4-1st) or Level 2 (2nd-4th).
A double set of the 3-Part Montessori Cards (for
games, etc) printed on 130lb gloss stock. (These are
quarter-page sized.)
Level 1-3 of the Memory Statement Cards, printed
on 100lb gloss stock.
Board Headers for creating a Memory Statement
Board, printed on 100lb gloss stock. (These are half-
page.)
ONE Deck of Foreign Language Vocabulary Cards-
YOU CHOOSE. French or Spanish is available.
These cards are half-page and printed on 130lb gloss
stock.

For K4-1st grade, we recommend our
the Level 1 Student Notebook.
It's emphasis on simple activities recommendations
and oral participation is perfect
for reluctant writers and

beginning spellers. The activities Reading & Spelling Instruction:
in this level are cohesive enough All About Learning & Copywork
with the Level 2 Student
Notebook (grades 2-4), that you

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MEMORY STATEMENTS
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GEOGRAPHY & On Mission is a quarterly magazine that engages children preschool
CULTURE through upper elementary with a cultural feast for their minds and hearts.

Through beautiful images, living books, engaging activities, simple
handicrafts, hands-on projects, stimulating challenges, interesting stories,

and wise discipleship, our children are introduced to countries and
cultures in a gentle and classical way.

Year 1

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Coming 2022

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Historical Missionary Biography

Prayer Points + Insight from Modern
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Recipes + Food Explorations
Special Challenges for Advanced Work for
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COMING

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Third-Sixth Grade // our
10-12 Years
recommendations
As our students enter the second half of elementary school, you'll find
that our programs like Morning Virtues and On Mission continue to

grow with them. Our upcoming history release (fall 2022) will be ideal Spelling Instruction: All About
for this age group as well, and many families continue to utilize Gentle +
Classical Nature with upper elementary students. Spelling and/or copywork

Math: Math-U-See




History: History in Grace &
Truth (coming Fall 2022)




Foreign Language: Classical
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Logic (6th+): The Fallacy
Detective

HUMANITIES SEE PAGE 32

VIRTUE-RICH LITERATURE POETRY VIRTUE STUDY
ARTIST & COMPOSER STUDY MANNERS & HYGIENE HYMN SCRIPTURE

BIBLE CATECHISM HANDICRAFT

SCIENCE We recommend the Level SEE PAGE 33
2 Student Notebook for SEE PAGE 34
GEOGRAPHY students in 2nd-4th grade.
& CULTURE
For older students, we
have a "one day" release
planned for a Level 3
Student Notebook. In the
interim, we suggest
copywork of the Level 3
Memory Statements
alongside suggested Level
2 additional readings.

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Planners

Can a busy homeschooling mama have too
many planner options? We don't think so. The

following pages are filled with simple,
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what you've been looking for!

30-Day Planner

I love to create a "big picture" view of our plans, a month at a time. This simple little planner can help you zoom out and create "themes"
for each 5-day school week. Use this to jot notes and plans on as you craft your homeschool vision for each month.

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Daily Planner Notes

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sat fri thur wed tues mon sunWeekly Planner

Layout your weekly plan of action.

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Due to COVID-related delays, the USPS is NOT scanning items as they are received and tracking is unreliable and
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1.Digital products are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, we are happy to chat with you if you have concerns, have made a duplicate
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