November 9, 2026 · Reader Dionysius (Keith) Buhler
Three books for the parents in your school
Classical schools thrive when parents understand what their children are being given. Classical Academic Press has three short books that help, and they’re good choices for new-family gifts, parent nights, book studies, admissions events, or the school library.
An Introduction to Classical Education: A Guide for Parents (revised), by Dr. Christopher Perrin. This is the clearest starting point for new and current families. The new edition adds expanded definitions, fresh stories, charts, and an update on the classical movement.
Raising Sturdy Kids (new), by Keith A. McCurdy. A practical, encouraging guide to raising resilient children who can do hard things and grow through healthy struggle.
Wisdom and Eloquence for Parents, by Robert Littlejohn, Charles T. Evans, and Keith A. McCurdy. This one explains the deeper purpose of classical Christian education, which is forming wise, eloquent, faithful young men and women.
Bulk pricing is available for schools. For a quote, contact Jessica Flanagan, Curriculum Consultant at Classical Academic Press, at jflanagan@classicalsubjects.com, and mention you found these books on the NOUS blog.