he Habits of a Classical Education: Practicing the Art of Grammar

by Leigh A. Bortins

The nature of children has never changed; children love to learn, and they begin learning about the the world as soon as they are born. Parents can cultivate that eagerness to learn by recognizing and practicing natural habits that fuel knowledge and grow understanding. In the book, the Five Core Habits of Grammar are introduced as part of the Gifteen Skills of Learning that will equip parents as they revive classical learning at home and chase curiosity and wonder as a family.

This book, part inspiration and part practical application, was written by experienced homeschool parents to offer the following: natural ways to practice the skills that make learning for life attainable and exciting, proven practices that help children build a base of knowledge, clear steps for redeeming the educations of two generations, the whys, what’s, and hows of learning reading, writing, language, arithmetic, nature studies, history, geography, fine art, and appendices with ideas in further reading, activities, and schedules.

371 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2026

About the author

Leigh A. Bortins is the founder and CEO of Classical Conversations, Inc., whose enrollment is 20,000. She hosts a weekly radio show, Leigh! for Lunch and lectures widely about the importance of home education at nationwide conferences and seminars. She lives in West End, NC.

Reviews

[Becky Carlan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Leigh incorporates the activities that happen in the Classical Conversations community with practical learning routines that can be integrated at home. There are suggestions for children ages birth-adult. This belongs in the essential library for classical educators with works such as The Well-Trained Mind.