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by Patrick and Amanda Faus
The Children's Tradition is a conversational show where we introduce families to the poetic life.
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- 1 weeks ago25 min
On Losing Wonder
Wonder is often what first draws us to classical education. The ideas are fresh, the vision is beautiful, and reality seems alive with meaning. But what happens when that initial excitement begins to fade? In this video, Patrick Faus explores the relationship between poetic knowledge and wonder, drawing heavily from Dennis Quinn's Iris Exiled. He’ll examine why wonder is the beginning of education, why it often diminishes through familiarity and analysis, and whether it can be recovered and sustained over time. If wonder is the beginning of education, how do we preserve it throughout life? Join the conversation by being apart of the TCT Toolshed, a private social network for parents desiring to cultivate educational atmospheres rich in poetic experience: https://the-toolshed.circle.so/ Web: https://www.thechildrenstradition.com/ Substack: https://childrenstradition.substack.com/
- 2 weeks ago35 min
Summer Schooling as a Family
Join Patrick and Amanda Faus as we reflect on this year’s Recitation Night at Kalos Classical, share what summer schooling looks like in our home, and talk about some exciting projects ahead. In this conversation, we discuss: • The beauty and fruit of recitation nights in a classical Christian community • Why we love spending summer mornings outside and saving lessons for the afternoon • How we approach “summer school” as homeschoolers without losing the peace and rhythm of the season • New and upcoming courses inside The Toolshed • Amanda’s upcoming dictation projects and why dictation remains such a powerful tool in a poetic and classical education Whether you are planning your summer rhythm, looking for encouragement in homeschooling, or interested in classical education and poetic learning, we hope this conversation encourages you. Join the conversation by being apart of the TCT Toolshed, a private social network for parents desiring to cultivate educational atmospheres rich in poetic experience: https://the-toolshed.circle.so/ Web: https://www.thechildrenstradition.com/ Substack: https://childrenstradition.substack.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Childrens-Tradition/61579788214333/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechildrenstradition/
- Apr 4, 20261h 16m
"Wasn't That Author a Bad Person?" | Recovering Trust in the Great Tradition
In this episode, we welcome Joshua Gibbs and Trae Bailey for a lively conversation on: The role of discernment in choosing what literature enters your home The danger of approaching time-tested books with a hermeneutic of suspicion What to do with good books written by morally flawed authors What it means to become a good reader How to cultivate a receptive, peace-filled relationship with the Great Tradition We also ask Josh to reflect on his 16 years as a parent in the classical education movement—sharing which books he wishes his children had and hadn’t read in their younger years. It is a thought-provoking conversation that will edify and encourage all who listen! You can find out more about Josh's work at: https://www.gibbsclassical.com/ https://www.theclassicalteachinginsti... You can find out more about Trae's work at: https://fraternus.org/ https://substack.com/@householder And he is a much appreciated member of The Toolshed! Books and Articles Mentioned: Experiment in Criticism by C. S. Lewis The Personal Heresy by C. S. Lewis “Against Context: Next Time, Skip the Introduction” by Joshua Gibbs “Nudity on Film” by Joshua Gibbs Join the conversation by becoming part of the TCT Toolshed, a private community for parents who want to cultivate homes and schools filled with rich poetic and classical learning experiences: https://the-toolshed.circle.so/ Learn more about The Children’s Tradition: Web: https://www.thechildrenstradition.com/ Substack: https://childrenstradition.substack.com/
- Mar 18, 202622 min
Teaching as a Feast: How to Win Over Reluctant Students
In this episode, Patrick explores the metaphor of education as a feast, drawing on the rich tradition of classical education that sees learning as a nourishing meal for the mind and soul. What do we do when a child resists learning or lacks enthusiasm for what is good, true, and beautiful? Patrick reflects on how parents and teachers can continue to offer a rich educational “table” even when students are hesitant to partake. This conversation is especially helpful for homeschooling parents, classical educators, and families seeking a poetic approach to education. Discover how cultivating an atmosphere of wonder, beauty, and truth can gently awaken a child’s love of learning over time. Join the conversation by becoming part of the TCT Toolshed, a private community for parents who want to cultivate homes and schools filled with rich poetic and classical learning experiences: https://the-toolshed.circle.so/ Learn more about The Children’s Tradition: Web: https://www.thechildrenstradition.com/ Substack: https://childrenstradition.substack.com/
- Mar 11, 202648 min
Lindsay Dyson | Large Family Homeschool | A Look Inside Your Homeschool
s a classical education in the poetic mode realistic for large families? How does being enrolled in a public charter school shape a homeschool that is seeking to follow The Children's Tradition? Welcome to our new series, A Look Inside Your Homeschool, where Amanda chats with real moms using The Children’s Tradition (TCT) — a classical Charlotte Mason curriculum rooted in the Thousand Good Books books, nature study, and poetic learning. In this episode we sit down with Lindsay Dyson, a mom of eight children, ages 8 months to 13 years old, with five formal students. In this episode we discuss the practical aspects of giving children a poetic education in the context of a large family with lots of babies underfoot. We also discuss how Lindsay's family is able to be enrolled in a charter school, submit student work samples, and still maintain a home atmosphere that is rich in the poetic mode. Join the conversation by being apart of the TCT Toolshed, a private social network for parents desiring to cultivate educational atmospheres rich in poetic experience: https://the-toolshed.circle.so/ Web: https://www.thechildrenstradition.com/ Substack: https://childrenstradition.substack.com/
- Mar 3, 20261h 9m
What People Get Wrong About Poetic Knowledge
In this video Patrick and Amanda discuss a few common misconceptions of poetic knowledge, like that it… Is the study of poetry Is only for pre-school children Only has to do with stories and the moral imagination Is romanticism repackaged We hope you find this video helpful! If you would like to see the show notes, you can find them under resources in The Toolshed. Join the conversation by being apart of the TCT Toolshed, a private social network for parents desiring to cultivate educational atmospheres rich in poetic experience: https://the-toolshed.circle.so/ Web: https://www.thechildrenstradition.com/ Substack: https://childrenstradition.substack.com/
- Feb 23, 20261h 24m
Alec Bianco | Education as an Invitation and the Path to "Know Thyself"
On this episode we interview Alec Bianco, director of marketing for the Circe Institute. We talk about education as an invitation (but how that balances with the necessity of boundaries), the power of the moral imagination, and then, finally, we dive into the topic of the Socratic command to "Know Thyself" contrasted with the modern temptation to "Trust Thyself." You can find Alec on X: https://x.com/alecmbianco?lang=en The Circe Institute: https://circeinstitute.org/ Join the conversation by being apart of the TCT Toolshed, a private social network for parents desiring to cultivate educational atmospheres rich in poetic experience: https://the-toolshed.circle.so/ Web: https://www.thechildrenstradition.com/ Substack: https://childrenstradition.substack.com/
- Feb 18, 202651 min
A Look Inside Your Homeschool | McKenzie Westrom | From Fragmentation to Education as a Life
What does a day in the life of a TCT homeschool really look like? Welcome to our new series, A Look Inside Your Homeschool, where Amanda talks with moms who use The Children’s Tradition curriculum. In this episode, Amanda sits down with McKenzie Westrom, a Texas mom of three with one Year 2 student. McKenzie has been using The Children’s Tradition since the beta year (2024) and truly embodies the heart of our program in her homeschool.
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