Teaching the Classics Overview

Mandy, the Handmade Homeschooler, introduces her approach to teaching the classics. She discusses resources, including links to book lists and a Facebook group. Mandy outlines her strategy using DVDs by Adam Andrews and emphasizes the importance of understanding literary concepts. She highlights tools like 'Timeline of the Classics' and 'Windows to the World' for high schoolers. Mandy shares book recommendations, including works by Charles Dickens and Mark Twain. She concludes with her excitement for the curriculum and its benefits for lifelong learning.

What is the main focus of the video by Mandy?

• Cooking tutorials

• Teaching mathematics to children

• Exploring new scientific theories

• Teaching the classics

What does Mandy provide in the description box?

• Links to travel blogs

• Links to cooking recipes

• Links to teaching resources and book lists

• Links to her favorite movies

What is the primary method Mandy plans to use for teaching the classics?

• Following the DVD instructions by Adam Andrews

• Using online games

• Reading random books

• Using flashcards

What is the 'Timeline of the Classics' used for?

• Tracking historical events

• Organizing classic books by time period

• Scheduling daily activities

• Planning vacations

What is 'Windows to the World' designed for?

• Preschoolers

• College students

• High school students

• Elementary students

How does Mandy plan to teach different grade levels together?

• By using different books for each grade

• By teaching only one grade at a time

• By using the Socratic method with adjusted questions

• By using online courses

Why does Mandy emphasize pre-reading the books?

• To impress her students

• To avoid reading altogether

• To ensure she is confident in teaching the material

• To save time during lessons

What does Mandy believe teaching the classics will help with?

• Improving cooking skills

• Understanding the Bible and other books

• Learning new languages

• Mastering mathematics