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About Little Platoons
A podcast of Alexandria Classical Academy in Ames, Iowa aimed at helping parents form godly families and raise pious, virtuous, and wise children to serve Christ in the world.
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- Alexandria Classical Academy
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- kids & family
- Language
- en
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- No
- First episode
- 6 Jun 2026
- Latest episode
- 24 Sept 2026
Latest episodes
14 episodes in the feed.
24 Sept 2026
Formational and Functional Education
The Great Tradition | Plato | Laws, pt. 1 acames.org (https://acames.org/) The Great Tradition, by Richard M. Gamble (https://www.amazon.com/Great-Tradition-Classic-Readings-Educated/dp/193519156X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3QP74AF5KM1AE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Qy-JBIu7DOYXK-dpSFMEeg.vPXjBU9Lyo9etONNc5iTAYpmBxN6_oCu4vpBRpZxqdA&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+great+tradition+richard+gamble&qid=1787937842&sprefix=the+great+tradi%2Caps%2C254&sr=8-1) If you are interested in joining our book discussion, please sign up here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXPrh9pF1z4uVkRI7Gk4kTj0EcXLuuZ65RyPVvfiypodZEFw/viewform?usp=publish-editor). If you are interested in supporting the school financially, please see this form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfk3G-OSaM5lh7gDho4BB7D7g1-asg7nN6I8hR8qdGA-R-ILA/viewform?usp=header). If you are considering enrolling your children someday, please fill out this interest form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet1Wovc0o5PaKPnvoRKfbnhAcre31bO2jebUe3Gq4cUEagxg/viewform). We are also looking for teachers. If you are interested in teaching at this school, please fill out the previous form.
4 Sept 2026
The Purpose of the Learner
The Great Tradition | Plato: the Republic, pt. 2 Alexandria Classical Academy acames.org (https://acames.org/) If you are interested in joining our book discussion, please sign up here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXPrh9pF1z4uVkRI7Gk4kTj0EcXLuuZ65RyPVvfiypodZEFw/viewform?usp=publish-editor). If you are interested in supporting the school financially, please see this form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfk3G-OSaM5lh7gDho4BB7D7g1-asg7nN6I8hR8qdGA-R-ILA/viewform?usp=header). Interest Form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet1Wovc0o5PaKPnvoRKfbnhAcre31bO2jebUe3Gq4cUEagxg/viewform) The Great Tradition, by Richard M. Gamble (https://www.amazon.com/Great-Tradition-Classic-Readings-Educated/dp/193519156X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3QP74AF5KM1AE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Qy-JBIu7DOYXK-dpSFMEeg.vPXjBU9Lyo9etONNc5iTAYpmBxN6_oCu4vpBRpZxqdA&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+great+tradition+richard+gamble&qid=1787937842&sprefix=the+great+tradi%2Caps%2C254&sr=8-1)
28 Aug 2026
The Character of the Learner
The Great Tradition | Plato: the Republic, pt. 1 Alexandria Classical Academy in Ames, IA acames.org (https://acames.org/) If you are interested in joining our book discussion, please sign up here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXPrh9pF1z4uVkRI7Gk4kTj0EcXLuuZ65RyPVvfiypodZEFw/viewform?usp=publish-editor). If you are interested in supporting the school financially, please see this form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfk3G-OSaM5lh7gDho4BB7D7g1-asg7nN6I8hR8qdGA-R-ILA/viewform?usp=header). Interest Form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet1Wovc0o5PaKPnvoRKfbnhAcre31bO2jebUe3Gq4cUEagxg/viewform) The Great Tradition, by Richard M. Gamble (https://www.amazon.com/Great-Tradition-Classic-Readings-Educated/dp/193519156X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3QP74AF5KM1AE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Qy-JBIu7DOYXK-dpSFMEeg.vPXjBU9Lyo9etONNc5iTAYpmBxN6_oCu4vpBRpZxqdA&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+great+tradition+richard+gamble&qid=1787937842&sprefix=the+great+tradi%2Caps%2C254&sr=8-1)
20 Aug 2026
Family Discipleship
On Spiritual Leadership, Worship, and Catechism If you are interested in supporting the school financially, please see this form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfk3G-OSaM5lh7gDho4BB7D7g1-asg7nN6I8hR8qdGA-R-ILA/viewform?usp=header). If you are interested in joining our book discussion, please sign up here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXPrh9pF1z4uVkRI7Gk4kTj0EcXLuuZ65RyPVvfiypodZEFw/viewform?usp=publish-editor). Catechism and Worship Guide (2-5) (https://gabcames.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/000-2-5-For-Print.pdf) Catechism and Worship Guide (2-16) (https://gabcames.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/000-2-16-For-Print.pdf) Catechisms and Verses (https://gabcames.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/000-Catechism-and-Verses-For-Print.pdf) Psalms and Songs (https://gabcames.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/000-Songs-For-Print.pdf)
29 Jul 2026
The Aesthetic of True Spirituality
We will be starting a book discussion group in Ames soon. If you would like to learn more about this school, or get connected to the community, this would be an excellent opportunity to do so! More information and to sign up, please see this form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXPrh9pF1z4uVkRI7Gk4kTj0EcXLuuZ65RyPVvfiypodZEFw/viewform?usp=publish-editor) and we will be in touch. If you are interested in financially supporting this school please fill out this form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfk3G-OSaM5lh7gDho4BB7D7g1-asg7nN6I8hR8qdGA-R-ILA/viewform?usp=header), and we will be in contact with you soon for next steps. Thank you! If you are interested in potentially enrolling your children, please fill out this interest form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet1Wovc0o5PaKPnvoRKfbnhAcre31bO2jebUe3Gq4cUEagxg/viewform?usp=header).
3 Jul 2026
The Rediscovered Tools of Learning
08 – The distinctive content of classical Christian education We will be holding our first interest meeting on Saturday, July 11th at 9 am. If you would like to attend, please fill out this information form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnNo0BQQ0P_e4sgFo7ubVcE6Tv5W90ip6Mn4JPs-NZgsW8vA/viewform?usp=publish-editor) and we will be in touch with further details. If you are interested in potentially enrolling your children, please fill out this interest form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet1Wovc0o5PaKPnvoRKfbnhAcre31bO2jebUe3Gq4cUEagxg/viewform?usp=header). Other helpful resources: · Wisdom and Eloquence for Parents (print (https://classicalacademicpress.com/products/wisdom-and-eloquence-for-parents?utm_term=&utm_campaign=Battleship+Lines&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=3469053903&hsa_cam=21253956905&hsa_grp=&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=x&hsa_tgt=&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21253963391&gbraid=0AAAAApOP4qM9Og8-SdeLkUNHMvbvzCO3w&gclid=CjwKCAjwuuPRBhAnEiwA2Ji8eiRx0G-MFgPSAO7RQOi67XQZw2BNtOvjhbXdJKS9ltlRxvT38CF0whoCS4gQAvD_BwE), audiobook (https://open.spotify.com/show/68OXKzgwT7l1c0YX1oYZZr?si=caa55f1046814475)). · An Introduction to Classical Education. (https://www.amazon.com/Introduction-Classical-Education-Latin/dp/1600510205/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MFPZ84DOC1RA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2EMSnI46nalXjQHsOG8nq7p4oxT5GTuoCnTTfxFlbWDmTMs5_c-QCGO-0jeqEc-8d5LSad5bBQeTZTDbbyLOjhWdSrE53K4NvQ5R4-tO8IdNDbUwz8gcWkbbkpEZRmVamENb4jyw-mOs45Y7BZTOWd854Q_HshjfDhRjeHDfDPgcTPHvTEY_vM0dgEPoBlMY9-GN-eburq3hniWXyBbn3Ng8AX8TbvoixOW4GxGXLpc.ETewjAytXxFuvQMyzLWk0FI2Pk2AGu7OVRpVOsAisd8&dib_tag=se&keywords=introduction+to+classical+education&qid=1782160582&sprefix=introduction+to+classical+education%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-1) · Association of Classical Christian Schools (https://classicalchristian.org/). · Good Soil Report: highlights here (https://classicalchristian.org/measure-it/), the whole report here (https://classicaldifference.com/good-soil/). · The Lost Tools of Learning (https://www.pccs.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/LostToolsOfLearning-DorothySayers.pdf)
30 Jun 2026
Classical Orienteering
07 – The navigation system of classical education We will be holding our first interest meeting on Saturday, July 11th at 9 am. If you would like to attend, please fill out this information form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnNo0BQQ0P_e4sgFo7ubVcE6Tv5W90ip6Mn4JPs-NZgsW8vA/viewform?usp=publish-editor) and we will be in touch with further details. If you are interested in potentially enrolling your children, please fill out this interest form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet1Wovc0o5PaKPnvoRKfbnhAcre31bO2jebUe3Gq4cUEagxg/viewform?usp=header). Other helpful resources: Wisdom and Eloquence for Parents (print (https://classicalacademicpress.com/products/wisdom-and-eloquence-for-parents?utm_term=&utm_campaign=Battleship+Lines&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=3469053903&hsa_cam=21253956905&hsa_grp=&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=x&hsa_tgt=&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21253963391&gbraid=0AAAAApOP4qM9Og8-SdeLkUNHMvbvzCO3w&gclid=CjwKCAjwuuPRBhAnEiwA2Ji8eiRx0G-MFgPSAO7RQOi67XQZw2BNtOvjhbXdJKS9ltlRxvT38CF0whoCS4gQAvD_BwE), audiobook (https://open.spotify.com/show/68OXKzgwT7l1c0YX1oYZZr?si=caa55f1046814475)). An Introduction to Classical Education. (https://www.amazon.com/Introduction-Classical-Education-Latin/dp/1600510205/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MFPZ84DOC1RA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2EMSnI46nalXjQHsOG8nq7p4oxT5GTuoCnTTfxFlbWDmTMs5_c-QCGO-0jeqEc-8d5LSad5bBQeTZTDbbyLOjhWdSrE53K4NvQ5R4-tO8IdNDbUwz8gcWkbbkpEZRmVamENb4jyw-mOs45Y7BZTOWd854Q_HshjfDhRjeHDfDPgcTPHvTEY_vM0dgEPoBlMY9-GN-eburq3hniWXyBbn3Ng8AX8TbvoixOW4GxGXLpc.ETewjAytXxFuvQMyzLWk0FI2Pk2AGu7OVRpVOsAisd8&dib_tag=se&keywords=introduction+to+classical+education&qid=1782160582&sprefix=introduction+to+classical+education%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-1) Association of Classical Christian Schools (https://classicalchristian.org/). Good Soil Report: highlights here (https://classicalchristian.org/measure-it/), the whole report here (https://classicaldifference.com/good-soil/).
29 Jun 2026
Reflections on the ACCS National Conference
Luke and Dean reflect on the ACCS conference in Atlanta. We will be holding our first interest meeting on Saturday, July 11th at 9 am. If you would like to attend, please fill out this information form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnNo0BQQ0P_e4sgFo7ubVcE6Tv5W90ip6Mn4JPs-NZgsW8vA/viewform?usp=publish-editor) and we will be in touch with further details. If you are interested in potentially enrolling your children, please fill out this interest form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet1Wovc0o5PaKPnvoRKfbnhAcre31bO2jebUe3Gq4cUEagxg/viewform?usp=header). Other helpful resources: Wisdom and Eloquence for Parents (print (https://classicalacademicpress.com/products/wisdom-and-eloquence-for-parents?utm_term=&utm_campaign=Battleship+Lines&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=3469053903&hsa_cam=21253956905&hsa_grp=&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=x&hsa_tgt=&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21253963391&gbraid=0AAAAApOP4qM9Og8-SdeLkUNHMvbvzCO3w&gclid=CjwKCAjwuuPRBhAnEiwA2Ji8eiRx0G-MFgPSAO7RQOi67XQZw2BNtOvjhbXdJKS9ltlRxvT38CF0whoCS4gQAvD_BwE), audiobook (https://open.spotify.com/show/68OXKzgwT7l1c0YX1oYZZr?si=caa55f1046814475)). An Introduction to Classical Education. (https://www.amazon.com/Introduction-Classical-Education-Latin/dp/1600510205/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MFPZ84DOC1RA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2EMSnI46nalXjQHsOG8nq7p4oxT5GTuoCnTTfxFlbWDmTMs5_c-QCGO-0jeqEc-8d5LSad5bBQeTZTDbbyLOjhWdSrE53K4NvQ5R4-tO8IdNDbUwz8gcWkbbkpEZRmVamENb4jyw-mOs45Y7BZTOWd854Q_HshjfDhRjeHDfDPgcTPHvTEY_vM0dgEPoBlMY9-GN-eburq3hniWXyBbn3Ng8AX8TbvoixOW4GxGXLpc.ETewjAytXxFuvQMyzLWk0FI2Pk2AGu7OVRpVOsAisd8&dib_tag=se&keywords=introduction+to+classical+education&qid=1782160582&sprefix=introduction+to+classical+education%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-1) Association of Classical Christian Schools (https://classicalchristian.org/). Good Soil Report: highlights here (https://classicalchristian.org/measure-it/), the whole report here (https://classicaldifference.com/good-soil/).
24 Jun 2026
Virtue and Proper Affections
06 - The aim of classical education We will be holding our first interest meeting on Saturday, July 11th at 9 am. If you would like to attend, please fill out this information form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnNo0BQQ0P_e4sgFo7ubVcE6Tv5W90ip6Mn4JPs-NZgsW8vA/viewform?usp=publish-editor) and we will be in touch with further details. If you are interested in potentially enrolling your children, please fill out this interest form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet1Wovc0o5PaKPnvoRKfbnhAcre31bO2jebUe3Gq4cUEagxg/viewform?usp=header). Other helpful resources: Wisdom and Eloquence for Parents (print (https://classicalacademicpress.com/products/wisdom-and-eloquence-for-parents?utm_term=&utm_campaign=Battleship+Lines&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=3469053903&hsa_cam=21253956905&hsa_grp=&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=x&hsa_tgt=&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21253963391&gbraid=0AAAAApOP4qM9Og8-SdeLkUNHMvbvzCO3w&gclid=CjwKCAjwuuPRBhAnEiwA2Ji8eiRx0G-MFgPSAO7RQOi67XQZw2BNtOvjhbXdJKS9ltlRxvT38CF0whoCS4gQAvD_BwE), audiobook (https://open.spotify.com/show/68OXKzgwT7l1c0YX1oYZZr?si=caa55f1046814475)). An Introduction to Classical Education. (https://www.amazon.com/Introduction-Classical-Education-Latin/dp/1600510205/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MFPZ84DOC1RA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2EMSnI46nalXjQHsOG8nq7p4oxT5GTuoCnTTfxFlbWDmTMs5_c-QCGO-0jeqEc-8d5LSad5bBQeTZTDbbyLOjhWdSrE53K4NvQ5R4-tO8IdNDbUwz8gcWkbbkpEZRmVamENb4jyw-mOs45Y7BZTOWd854Q_HshjfDhRjeHDfDPgcTPHvTEY_vM0dgEPoBlMY9-GN-eburq3hniWXyBbn3Ng8AX8TbvoixOW4GxGXLpc.ETewjAytXxFuvQMyzLWk0FI2Pk2AGu7OVRpVOsAisd8&dib_tag=se&keywords=introduction+to+classical+education&qid=1782160582&sprefix=introduction+to+classical+education%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-1) Association of Classical Christian Schools (https://classicalchristian.org/). Good Soil Report: highlights here (https://classicalchristian.org/measure-it/), the whole report here (https://classicaldifference.com/good-soil/).
23 Jun 2026
Christian Liberal Arts
05 - The essence of classical education. We will be holding our first interest meeting on Saturday, July 11th at 9 am. If you would like to attend, please fill out this information form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnNo0BQQ0P_e4sgFo7ubVcE6Tv5W90ip6Mn4JPs-NZgsW8vA/viewform?usp=publish-editor) and we will be in touch with further details. If you are interested in potentially enrolling your children, please fill out this interest form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet1Wovc0o5PaKPnvoRKfbnhAcre31bO2jebUe3Gq4cUEagxg/viewform?usp=header). Wisdom and Eloquence for Parents (https://classicalacademicpress.com/products/wisdom-and-eloquence-for-parents?utm_term=&utm_campaign=Battleship+Lines&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=3469053903&hsa_cam=21253956905&hsa_grp=&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=x&hsa_tgt=&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21253963391&gbraid=0AAAAApOP4qM9Og8-SdeLkUNHMvbvzCO3w&gclid=CjwKCAjwuuPRBhAnEiwA2Ji8eiRx0G-MFgPSAO7RQOi67XQZw2BNtOvjhbXdJKS9ltlRxvT38CF0whoCS4gQAvD_BwE) (audio (https://open.spotify.com/show/68OXKzgwT7l1c0YX1oYZZr?si=caa55f1046814475)) An Introduction to Classical Education (https://www.amazon.com/Introduction-Classical-Education-Latin/dp/1600510205/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MFPZ84DOC1RA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2EMSnI46nalXjQHsOG8nq7p4oxT5GTuoCnTTfxFlbWDmTMs5_c-QCGO-0jeqEc-8d5LSad5bBQeTZTDbbyLOjhWdSrE53K4NvQ5R4-tO8IdNDbUwz8gcWkbbkpEZRmVamENb4jyw-mOs45Y7BZTOWd854Q_HshjfDhRjeHDfDPgcTPHvTEY_vM0dgEPoBlMY9-GN-eburq3hniWXyBbn3Ng8AX8TbvoixOW4GxGXLpc.ETewjAytXxFuvQMyzLWk0FI2Pk2AGu7OVRpVOsAisd8&dib_tag=se&keywords=introduction+to+classical+education&qid=1782160582&sprefix=introduction+to+classical+education%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-1) Association of Classical Christian Schools (https://classicalchristian.org/) Good Soil Report: highlights here (https://classicalchristian.org/measure-it/), and the whole report here (https://classicaldifference.com/good-soil/).
18 Jun 2026
Why Collaborative?
04 - Three reasons we are excited about collaborative education. We will be holding our first interest meeting on Saturday, July 11th at 9 am. If you would like to attend, please fill out this information form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnNo0BQQ0P_e4sgFo7ubVcE6Tv5W90ip6Mn4JPs-NZgsW8vA/viewform?usp=publish-editor) and we will be in touch with further details. If you are interested in potentially enrolling your children, please fill out this interest form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSet1Wovc0o5PaKPnvoRKfbnhAcre31bO2jebUe3Gq4cUEagxg/viewform?usp=header).
16 Jun 2026
Let's Build Together
03 - Collaborative education is a school-led, split-time education model intended to integrate the family, foster independence, and equip the parents for lifelong learning and teaching. This article expands on the model of collaborative education.
11 Jun 2026
A More Personal Note
02 - A little bit about who I am and what I'm about. Links mentioned: GABC Sermons Page (https://gabcames.org/sermon-archive/) Sermons on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/0N27ImekzKnu8SuCcXWkNO) | Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gabc-pulpit/id1811833305)
6 Jun 2026
What is Collaborative Classical Christian Education?
01 - The Fall of 2027 will mark the first term of Alexandria Classical Academy here in Ames, Iowa. The purpose of this series is to lay out definitions of Collaborative and Classical Christian education. These essays should help you understand a little bit better what kind of a school this is going to be.
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