…the one achievement possible and necessary for every man is character; and character is as finely wrought metal beaten into shape and beauty by the repeated and accustomed action of will. We who teach should make it clear to ourselves that our aim in education is less conduct than character…
Charlotte Mason, Toward a Philosophy of Education, Vol. 6

Show Summary:

Today’s guest is Tom Cox, husband and homeschool father, classical educator, and Plutarch podcaster
How Tom and his wife learned about Charlotte Mason
How Tom became so interested in Plutarch
The value of Plutarch in the classroom and homeschool
Tips for approaching Plutarch with a realistic viewpoint
Some advice on choosing a translation (find Tom’s video on the topic here)
Some reasons NOT to study Plutarch
What a difference it has made for Tom to use narration in his classroom