The Foundation of Classical Learning
Scope and Sequence
Wiser Academy’s curriculum is rooted in the seven liberal arts of a true classical education while also drawing from the greatest sources of knowledge available today. Students study essential fields in a way that forms both the mind and the soul.
Introduction
A Time-Tested Approach to Learning
Classical education, rooted in the seven liberal arts, offers a structured way to cultivate wisdom, virtue, and disciplined learning. These seven arts are comprised of the three communicative arts of the Trivium—grammar, logic, and rhetoric—and the four mathematical arts of the Quadrivium—arithmetic, geometry, music, and astronomy. Designed for Latter-day Saint families, Wiser Academy integrates faith with learning to help students grow intellectually, morally, and spiritually.
“If Children Are To Be Brought Up In The Way They Should Go, To Be Good Citizens Here And Happy Hereafter, They Must Be Taught. It Is Idle To Suppose That Children Will Grow Up Good, While Surrounded With Wickedness, Without Cultivation. It Is Folly To Suppose That They Can Become Learned Without Education.”
Liberal Arts
Trivium
Grammar
The following arts provide satisfy modern grade K requirements and add opportunities for the beginning of classical Catholic studies.
Detailed Explanation: Grammar is the foundation of the Trivium, focusing on language acquisition and mastery. In this stage, students learn the structure of language through memorization, repetition, and the study of Latin and Greek. It emphasizes building a robust vocabulary, understanding sentence structure, and developing reading comprehension.
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-000 English reading I
- ELA-020 Elementary literature K
- Mathematics
Suggested grade/age
Recommended reading
Astronomy
Astronomy teaches students to observe the natural world and understand the order of the cosmos.
Detailed Explanation: Astronomy, the study of the heavens, introduces students to the order of the cosmos. This subject involves observing the stars, planets, and celestial patterns, which has been a source of wonder and contemplation throughout history.
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-000 English reading I
- ELA-020 Elementary literature K
- Mathematics
Suggested grade/age
Recommended reading
Quadrivium
Arithmetic
Arithmetic is the study of numbers, teaching students the principles of order and proportion.
Detailed Explanation: Grammar is the foundation of the Trivium, focusing on language acquisition and mastery. In this stage, students learn the structure of language through memorization, repetition, and the study of Latin and Greek. It emphasizes building a robust vocabulary, understanding sentence structure, and developing reading comprehension.
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-000 English reading I
- ELA-020 Elementary literature K
- Mathematics
Suggested grade/age
Recommended reading
Geometry
The study of shapes, spaces, and the physical world through geometry teaches logical thinking and problem-solving.
Detailed Explanation: Grammar is the foundation of the Trivium, focusing on language acquisition and mastery. In this stage, students learn the structure of language through memorization, repetition, and the study of Latin and Greek. It emphasizes building a robust vocabulary, understanding sentence structure, and developing reading comprehension.
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-000 English reading I
- ELA-020 Elementary literature K
- Mathematics
Suggested grade/age
Recommended reading
Arts
Additional
History
Explore the history of civilizations, the Church, and how the past informs our present.
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-000 English reading I
- ELA-020 Elementary literature K
- Mathematics
Science
Learn about the natural world and how it reflects the order and beauty of God’s creation.
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-091 Handwriting I
- ELA-000 English reading I
- ELA-020 Elementary literature K
- Mathematics
Theology
The study of Sacred Scripture and Tradition guides students toward understanding God’s revelation.