Rhetoric Class Descriptions and Supply Lists

Rhetoric

The Great Conversation III

In this course, Rhetoric students will immerse themselves in the Great Conversations from the Reformation to the Modern time period. Through readings of literature pertaining to the time period as well as through lively discussions, their minds will be enlightened, trained, and developed while their hearts are turned toward what is long-lasting and true. Students will be required to read several book selections from Veritas Press’s Omnibus III Primary curriculum.

In Class Curriculum: Omnibus III Student/Teacher Edition and literature selections. (You may choose to check these books out at the library, buy them as a set, or buy them individually. Please make sure that the versions are the same as on the Veritas Press site)

At Home Requirements: Students will complete weekly reading and writing assignments using the Omnibus III text as well complete the self-paced online course.

American History

Class time will be devoted to discussion and application of the lessons learned during the week from Dave Raymond's American History course. Students will learn how to apply and refine a Christian worldview to major developments in American History.

In Class Curriculum: Dave Raymond’s History Series: American History video and student/teacher set.

At Home Requirements: Students will watch the assigned history videos, complete assigned activities, and come prepared to discuss topics learned during the week.

Government & Economics

Students will be introduced to the foundations of American government and free-market economics through a thoughtful, discussion-based approach. They will develop critical thinking skills and learn to articulate and defend their ideas on important civic and economic issues. The text Basic American Government will provide a clear understanding of the structure, principles, and history of the U.S. government, while Lessons for the Young Economist helps students grasp key economic concepts such as supply and demand, entrepreneurship, and personal responsibility. This class will combine reading, discussion, and real-world application to equip students with a deeper understanding of how government and economics shape society.

In Class Curriculum: Take a Stand! Student Guide, Basic American Government by Clarence Carson, Lessons for the Young Economist, and Lessons for the Young Economist Teacher’s Manual

At Home Requirements: Students will complete assigned activities from the books, including writing tasks, and come to class fully prepared to engage in class discussions. Teaching Socratic Discussion from The Classical Historian playlist will be provided via YouTube

Lost Tools of Writing II

In LTW II, students will continue their study of classical rhetoric by studying the judicial address, which refines the persuasive essay taught in LTW I. So just as the elements of LTW I build upon one another, so LTW II builds upon LTW I. LTW I is a prerequisite to this class. Students who have not completed LTW I will join that class for the academic year.

In Class Curriculum: LTW II Complete Set

At Home Requirements: Students will complete assigned activities from the book, including writing tasks, and come to class fully prepared to engage in class discussions.

Rhetoric Student Supply List

Humanities

American History

Government and Economics

* Student Planner

* Student Binder

* Literature Selections from Omnibus III Primary: