Why I’m Excited for the 2025 Narration Conference
Narration has been at the heart of education for centuries—from the classical schools of antiquity, through the insights of Charlotte Mason, right up to today. At its simplest, narration is the art of retelling what has been read, seen, or heard. But don’t let its simplicity fool you: it develops attention, memory, and articulation in a way that builds strong, thoughtful learners.
That’s why I’m excited to share about the upcoming Narration Conference 2025 happening October 24–25, 2025. It’s a rich two-day online event bringing together some of the best voices in classical and Charlotte Mason education to explore narration’s role in both homeschooling and the classroom. Every session will be recorded, so you can watch live or at your own pace.
👉 Register here: https://beautifulteaching.coursestorm.com/ or download a PDF with more information here.
The Sessions I’m Most Looking Forward To
There are so many valuable talks, but I think I’m particularly looking forward to hearing these two:
- Jason Barney – “Narration: What Does Modern Research Tell Us?”
I love seeing how current cognitive science affirms this ancient practice. Jason will unpack key findings from psychology and connect them directly to how we can use narration for durable learning. - Peach Smith – “Narration for Special Needs”
As a dad, this one speaks to me personally. Peach has decades of experience making narration accessible to all kinds of learners. Her talk promises practical tools and encouragement for children with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, or other learning differences.
Those two alone are worth attending, but the full schedule is full of gems—from exploring narration’s role in rhetoric to hands-on practice sessions across grade levels.
Why Narration Matters
Narration isn’t just about retelling a story. It’s about learning to think deeply, to order ideas, and to express them clearly. It fosters the habit of attention, builds memory, and helps children make knowledge their own. In a world where so much information slips past us, narration teaches students to slow down, absorb, and reflect.
That’s why conferences like this are such a gift. They give us time to step back, learn from seasoned educators, and return to our homes or classrooms with renewed vision.
Join Us!
If you’ve ever wondered how to make narration a natural, joyful, and effective part of your child’s learning, you won’t want to miss this.
📅 October 24–25, 2025
💻 Online (recordings available through July 2026)
🔗 Register here
I’ll be “attending” virtually, and I hope to see many of you there.
