You are a parent, not a Socratic Guide.
I am not one to give advice on parenting. I make too many mistakes. I… Read More
Have you tried the Rules of Engagement at Home?
The value of our Socratic discussions is revered at Acton Academy. It is the reason… Read More
Do you trust the children?
This is the essential question Acton Academy presents to the world. Without trusting the children,… Read More
Dreaming up the Perfect Socratic Guide
Let’s say you are to dream up a list of qualifications for people you would… Read More
Brewing up a Socratic Summer
Even better…. how does a concoction of world-class lectures with some spicy Socratic discussions on… Read More
Asking Great Questions Your Child Will Love to Answer
There are two ways to kill an after school discussion: 1) Ask, “How was your… Read More
Conscious Listening
Each week the guides at Acton are focusing on one Socratic skill. Last week we focused on “being concise.”… Read More