Why are students still reading The Odyssey thousands of years after it was written? Homer’s epic continues to challenge readers with enduring questions about courage, leadership, family, virtue, temptation, and the choices that shape our lives. Explore why classical education continues to introduce students to ancient works—and why the Great Books still have something important to teach us today.
What makes a book truly “great”? In classical education, the Great Books are more than a list of famous works. They explore enduring questions about truth, justice, virtue, and the human experience. Discover what defines a Great Book and how thoughtfully chosen children's literature prepares young readers for a lifetime of meaningful reading.
