Discover a New Way to Talk, Listen, and Grow Together
Built on 35 years of refined principles—tested across hundreds of children—you’ll gain hands-on tools, ongoing support from peers and instructors, and ample opportunities to apply these time-tested principles to build strong family bonds, spark critical thinking, and nurture independent minds from your very first session and well beyond.
Live, Hands-On Practice
Real-time interaction where you can ask questions, test new methods, and see immediate results.
Lifelong Impact on Parent-Child Bond
With over 35 years of refinement—tested across hundreds of children—these principles, applied regularly, are proven to turn daily chatter into meaningful dialogue.
Supportive Community
This course pairs you with peers who share your desire for deep, inquiry-based parenting. Our live discussions, breakout rooms, and dedicated chat make sure you stay connected.
Real-World Application
Every module includes hands-on tasks—like practicing “Three Moves” or a 10-Minute Presence Challenge—to bring these lessons into your home.
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Course Overview
Socratic Parenting is a 6-week live program for parents who want to turn shallow chatter with their children into deep, thoughtful conversations that build strong family bonds, spark critical thinking, and nurture independent minds. With proven methods refined over 35 years, you’ll gain practical tools, ongoing support from peers and instructors, and plenty of practice opportunities to apply each lesson right away—and for years as your relationship grows.
What you'll be able to accomplish after the program
- Ask Great Questions: Learn to ask thoughtful, clear questions that provoke independent thinking in your child. These questions will drive meaningful conversations that nurture connection and ignite curiosity.
- Listen Carefully: Develop the ability to listen actively, ensuring your child feels heard, supported, and motivated to share more. This will lay a strong foundation for open, reflective conversations.
- Build a Curious Home: Create an environment where every conversation sparks wonder and a love for learning. Turn everyday interactions into opportunities for growth, fostering intellectual exploration.
- Grow as a Parent: Become a confident, capable parent who leads enjoyable, meaningful discussions. Foster a deeper connection with your child and guide them in becoming the person they aspire to be.
- Foster Independent Thinking: Equip both yourself and your child with the tools to think critically and independently. Empower them to explore ideas, solve problems, and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Who is the course for?
Parents of children ages 6 to 12 who do not like strict, one-size-fits-all schools and prefer a way of learning that asks questions and explores many ideas. They value open discussions, learning from different points of view, and teaching that helps kids think for themselves. These families—whether they homeschool, use traditional schools, or live abroad—look for rich experiences that match their child’s interests and help build good character. They want a balanced and complete education.
Learning Path
In this module, you’ll learn how Socratic dialogue can transform your day-to-day interactions with your child. You will test out a brief conversation, reflect on your experience, and set a baseline for future improvement.
Develop strategies to be fully attentive to your child, recognize common distractions, and explore how presence underpins effective Socratic dialogue. This session explores presence as the bedrock for building trust, sparking curiosity, and fostering openness.
Distinguish between question-driven learning and fact-based teaching. Practice crafting compelling questions that spark genuine thinking in your child.
Integrate active listening skills into your Socratic conversations to strengthen your connection with your child and deepen the dialogue. You’ll learn clear techniques to show your child they’re truly heard, encouraging thoughtful responses.
Learn to step back and let your child’s natural curiosity guide the conversation, fostering independent thought.
Address “Agenda Capture”—the urge to impose your plan on a conversation. You will practice letting go and following your child’s lead through guided exercises so their genuine interests can flourish.
Turn reading sessions with your children into interactive discussions, using texts to spark critical thinking rather than just pass on facts.
Learn how to select passages that ignite curiosity and drive engaging dialogue. You’ll discover techniques for guiding conversations around books or articles to deepen your child’s engagement.
Connect to a growing community of supportive peers in order to continue your development in Socratic Parenting.
You’ll trade feedback with peers, explore the next steps, and consolidate the skills you’ve developed.
Past students building bonds and igniting curiosity
Benjamin Gabbai – Facilitator
Homeschooling parent, educator, and curriculum designer guiding the Socratic Parenting Course.
In collaboration with Michael Strong of The Socratic Experience, he developed the course to help parents engage their children through inquiry-based dialogue. Benjamin has taught in public schools, designed courses for The School for Social Design with Joe Edelman, and currently teaches Humanities at The Socratic Experience.
A homeschooling parent of four with his wife, Shana, Benjamin began tutoring at 19 and has since led community workshops—from ESL classes and philosophy clubs to clowning programs—with an emphasis on enabling his students to become independent learners.
Core Socratic Parenting Program
- Basic forum membership for community connections during the course
- Access to downloadable worksheets, reading guides, and reflection templates
- 6-week live program taught by Ben and Michael with weekly interactive sessions, group Q&A, and practical exercises
- A proven, transformative method to help parents turn everyday chatter into meaningful, inquiry-driven conversations
Socratic Parenting Extended Support
- Everything in the Core Program
- Join 12 monthly group mastermind sessions for a year led by Michael Strong (with occasional guest leaders)
- Receive personalized, targeted feedback through three 30-minute one-on-one sessions over a year with one of our expert guides
- Enjoy early-bird lifetime access to our private, invite-only community (to be created in 2025) for ongoing support and networking
- Note: If you choose not to purchase the Plus Package upfront, you can still add it later as a standalone upgrade for $600 once the cohort starts
FAQ
How Do the Session Times Work?
We’re starting with a single cohort scheduled for Sunday at 2pm CT with 12 available slots.
Once that cohort fills up, we plan to open a second cohort—likely on either Wednesday, March 26th or Saturday, March 29th.
Currently, you are signing for the Sunday at 2 pm CT cohort.
Is this course practical or just theory?
We pair every concept, such as question-driven learning, with immediate, hands-on exercises. This means you see real results in your everyday conversations with your child, without feeling overwhelmed by academic jargon.
How will this course fit into my busy schedule?
Each module includes quick, prove strategies—like the 10-Minute Presence Challenge—that easily fit into your day. Plus, our weekly check-ins help keep you accountable, even on your busiest days.
How will I know if I’m making progress?
We include simple progress checks through exercises and reflection templates. By revisiting your notes and recorded conversations, you’ll notice even small improvements in your approach and your child’s responses.
What’s the difference between the Core Course and the Plus Package?
The Core Course ($599) gives you a 6-week live program with interactive sessions, downloadable materials, and basic forum membership. The Plus Package ($899 upfront) includes everything in the Core Course plus 12 monthly mastermind sessions (starting Week 4), lifetime access to a private community, and three 30-minute 1-1 feedback sessions over a year.
What kind of instructors will guide me?
Our instructors are experienced homeschooling parents and veteran educators. They don’t offer generic online materials—they lead live sessions with Q&A and small-group exercises so you get personal, real-world support every step of the way.
Can I ask questions directly to an instructor?
Absolutely. Our live Q&A sessions allow you to ask your burning questions and receive personalized guidance from instructors who have been in your shoes.
Will I receive feedback on my progress?
Yes. The course features a personalized feedback loop, including one-on-one sessions and peer reviews of your recorded conversations, ensuring you get constructive insights to boost your growth.
Can I upgrade from the Core Course to the Plus Package later?
Yes, if you choose not to purchase the Plus Package upfront, you can add it later as a standalone upgrade for $600 once the cohort starts.
What happens after the 6 weeks are over?
You’re never left on your own. Our lasting support system keeps you connected through ongoing online chats, optional group calls, and seasonal refreshers—so you continue growing well after the course ends.
Do I have proof that these methods really work?
Yes! Many parents have seen their kids move from one-word replies to thoughtful, engaged discussions. Our real-world success stories show how our time-tested techniques create lasting change in family communication.
Will the homework be too much work?
Not at all. Our assignments are designed to spark genuine conversation and build critical skills without feeling like extra busywork. They’re scalable to your family’s pace, ensuring each task adds real value.
What kind of conversation skills will I learn?
You’ll learn practical question skills that turn shallow chit-chat into deep dialogue—transforming everyday exchanges like “What’s for dinner?” into rich, thoughtful discussions that spark independent thinking in your child.
Michael Strong – 2x Guest
one of the most experienced designers of innovative school programs in the united states
His projects include a public school program in which minority female students gained four years’ worth of critical thinking gains in four months (on the Watson-Glaser). He later went into Montessori secondary school program design at The Judson Montessori School (San Antonio), The Emerson School, and Hacienda School. He created The Winston Academy, where middle school students passed AP exams, making it the most academically advanced school in the country at the time.
Another of Michael’s projects, Moreno Valley High School, a Paideia charter high school, was ranked the 36th-best U.S. public high school by Newsweek. More recently he co-founded KoSchool in Austin, Texas, which combined his high-performance approach to AP coursework and SAT score gains with a focus on entrepreneurial and creative projects. KoSchool, in turn, became the original model for The Academy of Thought and Industry, the high school model for the largest Montessori network in the United States.
He is the author of The Habit of Thought: From Socratic Seminars to Socratic Practice and lead author of Be the Solution: How Entrepreneurs and Conscious Capitalists Can Solve All the World’s Problems.
Ask Great Questions. Build Lasting Bonds.
Built on 35 years of refined, proven methods—tested across hundreds of children—you’ll gain hands-on tools, ongoing support from peers and instructors, and ample opportunities to apply these time-tested principles to build strong family bonds, spark critical thinking, and nurture independent minds from your very first session and well beyond.