“Thank you so much for all the great love, philosophy, theology and writing instruction that you’ve poured into my kids all these years. You were always their favorite class!”

“My children fell in love with classic literature, found their voice in writing, and were inspired to grow in grace and knowledge of the Lord in their online classes with Mr. Turnbull. The classes pull from motivated students around the country and include lively and inclusionary discussion, literary analysis, writing instruction and practice, and lots of laughter and joy. We took 2 years of Writing the Essay, the Great Books classes, and multiple summer seminars on Plutarch, Shakespeare and Grammar. The classes are all conducted live, and Mr. Turnbull establishes a personal rapport with each student. Homework assignments are rigorous, but not overwhelming, and are communicated directly to the students immediately after the class. We enjoyed these classes so much that even when our homeschooling ended, I myself enrolled in Great Books III as an adult! There is no doubt in my mind that Mr. Turnbull inspires and guides a dynamic love of literature for students of all ages.”

“Excellent mentor! Because we want our children to read, think, discuss and write, Alexandria Tutorials is a good fit for our family. Mr. Turnbull is a godly man who loves mentoring young people and challenges them to think biblically as they read through great books from antiquity to modern times. After learning how to write an essay in Mr. Turnbull’s Writing the Essay course, our scholars eagerly enrolled in Great Books I and are currently taking Great Books II. In order to become better writers, our students must write. When they write, they express their understanding of what they have read. Mr. Turnbull gives weekly writing assignments as they read through each book: one to two paragraphs per week leading up to the five-paragraph essay at the end of the book. During class discussion, he passes the microphone to various students (from around the country) who answer questions and give insights on the reading assignments. Because of how he engages the students and appreciates their writing efforts, they want to improve their writing skills. Average writers become good writers. Good writers become better writers. It really happens! Also, because some of these books are tough to read, our children do a lot of mental stretching, exercising their minds in preparation for the challenges they will face as adults. Mr. Turnbull helps them to address difficult subjects as they constantly turn to Scripture for guidance. Money well-spent! Peruse the Web site for additional course offerings.”

“I would highly recommend (and in fact already have recommended) this tutorial to other students and families. While distance education may not be the best format for all students, this Internet tutorial was a great match for my son. [He] especially enjoyed the discussions and the application of logic principles in writing arguments.”

“Every home educator has areas (s)he is not comfortable teaching. I liked the books you chose and I liked the fact that you gave the students papers to write on a regular basis so they could put to practice what they learned. The variety of homework was appealing to me and kept the class interesting.”

“As a tutor you had an excellent balance for Thomas of knowledge, humor, Godly wisdom, patience and expectations.”

“Thought-provoking questions and comments from the instructor illuminated the subject - Mr. Turnbull connected literature to modern life and to the broad academic world of ideas. The instructor nurtured the budding philosopher in all the students with positive remarks, ever-present humor, and gentle encouragement. Mr. Turnbull’s encouraging teaching style can be described as engaged, thoughtful, challenging, and delightful. A rare treasure.”

“Refinement, encouragement, and advice are simply indispensable to good writing. I received each of these in full measure from Mr. Turnbull.”

“Eximious! It was a great class and I enjoyed it immensely. I hope future students have as much fun as I did. I also really liked rewriting essays. It really stretched my brain.”

“Your tutorship was my guide when I discovered my now favorite book, Les Miserables, and more recently, as I lived vicariously through the ever relatable works of St. Augustine. My love of words I impute to you, who taught me the beauty and power of a clearly turned phrase.”