The Oaks Academy
Christ-centered Classical Education
Suggested Reading
The books and essays on this list are essential to understanding the philosophy behind the Christ-centered classical education at The Oaks Academy.
1. Andreola, Karen. A Charlotte Mason Companion. Charlotte Mason Research and Supply Company, 1998.
This book gives an excellent picture of our philosophy in the early grades. It also is a clear explanation of why we read fairy tales, Shakespeare, and Greek myths. Andreola also explains Mason's philosphy behind nature walks and narration.
2. Collins, M. Tamarkin, C. Marva Collins' Way. Penguin Putnam Inc. New York, 1990.
Marva Collins tells about her success using a classical method with struggling students in Chicago. This is an inspiring book that reminds us that all children can learn and deserve access to the best we have to offer, such as Shakespeare and other timeless classics.
3. Sayers, D. The Lost Tools of Learning. www.veritaspress.com/store/home.asp
This classic essay, delivered by Dorothy Sayers as a speech in 1949, began the modern revival of classical education.
4. Strawbridge, G. Classical and Christian Education. Veritas Press, Lancaster, PA, 2002.
This small booklet gives a brief but thorough overview of classical education. It explains the Trivium and how it is applied.
5. www.veritaspress.com/store/home.asp
This is the website of a major publisher of classical education material. It also contains an archive section of several interesting articles.
This website contains quite a few excellent essays pertaining to classical education. This is a good source for information about our Latin and logic programs.