The Children's Tradition

Patrick and Amanda Faus
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The Children's Tradition is a conversational show where we introduce families to the poetic life.

  1. "Wasn't That Author a Bad Person?" | Recovering Trust in the Great Tradition

    6D AGO

    "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/

    1h 17m
  2. Teaching as a Feast: How to Win Over Reluctant Students

    MAR 18

    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/

    23 min
  3. Lindsay Dyson | Large Family Homeschool | A Look Inside Your Homeschool

    MAR 11

    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/

    49 min
  4. What People Get Wrong About Poetic Knowledge

    MAR 3

    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/

    1h 9m
  5. Alec Bianco | Education as an Invitation and the Path to "Know Thyself"

    FEB 23

    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/

    1h 24m
  6. A Look Inside Your Homeschool | McKenzie Westrom | From Fragmentation to Education as a Life

    FEB 18

    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.

    52 min

  7. JAN 16

    Annie Crawford | Sacramental Living: Earth's Crammed With Heaven

    On this episode we interview Annie Crawford. Annie is a cultural apologist, classical educator, and homeschool mom. She teaches online courses for The Symbolic World, as well as apologetics and humanities courses for high schoolers at Vine Classical Community of Austen. In this episode we talk about how symbolism and a sacramental view of the world takes us deeper into Reality, and in honor of the Christmas season we talk about how feasting imprints truth, goodness, and beauty onto our souls! You can find Annie on X: https://x.com/annielcrawford?lang=en Her website: http://anniecrawford.net/ 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/

    1h 14m

  8. JAN 14

    Restoring Christian Culture: Tutorials and Co-ops

    On this episode Patrick and Amanda Faus talk about tutorial programs and co-ops. They discuss how they started Kalos Classical, the why behind starting a program, and how The Children's Tradition can practically work in community. You can out more about Kalos Classical here: kalosclassical.com 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/

    35 min
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