Classic Character Unit Studies Overview

Classic Character Unit Studies

Bring principles to life by combining classics with lost arts!

Why Classic Character Unit Studies?

The Classic Character Unit Studies are designed to be used at home, to support Princess Academy Circle readings and to support the Hope Chest Journey. These are written so they can be used with your daughters and your sons.  

Great for those who want to:

  • Plan a few months ahead on their lessons.
  • Save time in their preparations.
  • Find interesting activities to connect the classics.
  • Have points to ponder when reading the books.
  • Many themes, activities, and content can be used with multiple ages and learning styles.

Each unit study includes:

  • Principle Theme - A focus on a Lost Art.
  • Well Said - Articles to expand understanding of the theme.
  • Literature Spotlight - A Classic that brings the Lost Art to life.
  • Points of Discussion - Questions that help with discussing the Classic.
  • Stepping Into the Story - Activities inspired by the classic.
  • Building Word Power - Build your word power by learning the meaning of these words found in the Classic.
  • Principles and Virtues - These are other principles and virtues that are addressed in the classic.
  • Literary Connections - These are works and authors mentioned in the classic.  Why were they mentioned? Would familiarity with these works and authors help with understanding this Classic?
  • Resource Links - These are links to additional resources related to the Classic.
  • Symbolism and Archetypes - Symbolism and Archetypes found in the Classic.
  • A Taste of Literature - Recipes to cook with your children, inspired by the Classic.

The following unit studies are available in a bundle and also individually.



The Grace of Generosity

Classic Character Unit Studies 1 is the study of “The Grace of Generosity” through the classic novel- “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott.

The Beauty and Grace of Maturity

Classic Character Unit Studies 2 is the study of “The Beauty and Grace of Maturity” through the classic novel- “Alice in Wonderland” by Lewis Carroll.

The Beauty of the Heart

Classic Character Unit Studies 3 is the study of “The Beauty of The Heart” through the classic children’s novel- “Pollyanna” by Eleanor H. Porter.


The Grace of Diplomacy

Classic Character Unit Studies 4 is the study of ”The Grace of Diplomacy” through the modern classic children’s novel “The Princess Academy” by Shannon Hale.

The Grace of Eloquence

Classic Character Unit Studies 5 is the study of “The Grace of Eloquence" through the classic children’s novel- “Anne of Green Gables” by Canadian author, Lucy Maud Montgomery.

The Grace of Home-Making

Classic Character Unit Studies 6 is the study of “The Grace of Home-Making” through the book- “Mother Carey’s Chickens” by Kate Douglas Wiggin.


The Beauty and Grace of Gifts and Talents

Classic Character Unit Studies 7 is the study of “The Beauty and Grace of Gifts and Talents” through the classic book- “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” by L. Frank Baum.

The Beauty of Health

Classic Character Unit Studies 8 is the study of “The Beauty of Health” through the classic book- “Eight Cousins or the Aunt Hill’ by Louisa May Alcott.

The Beauty of Being a Son or Daughter of a King

Classic Character Unit Studies 9 is the study of "The Beauty of Being a Son or Daughter of a King" through the classic children's novel- "A Little Princess" by Frances Hodgson Burnett.


The Beauty of Femininity: The Core of Godly Womanhood

Classic Character Unit Studies 10 is the study of "The Beauty of Femininity: The Core of Godly Womanhood," through the book-"An Old Fashioned Girl " by Louisa May Alcott.

The Grace of Friendship

Classic Character Unit Studies 11 is the study of "The Grace of Friendship" through the classic children's book- "Heidi" by Swiss author Johanna Spyri.

The Beauty of Intellect

Classic Character Unit Studies 12 is the study of  "The Beauty of Intellect" through the classic children's book- "Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farms" by Kate Douglas Wiggin.


The following unit studies are available in a bundle and also individually.


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