Volume I: Paideia to Monastic Education. Volume I traces Catholic educational history from its roots in Israel and Greek paideia, through the Incarnation and the early Church, to the establishment of monasticism. Following a reflection on sensory-emotional formation, wonder, and studiousness, the Workbook gives guidance for cultivating wonder, with practical plans and suggestions for physical education, nature study, reading aloud, and the Socratic method.

Volume II: The Medieval World to the Renaissance-Baroque Era. Volume II traces Catholic educational history from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance-Baroque era, surveying the rise of cathedral schools, universities, and humanistic models, most notably the Jesuit school. Following a reflection on docility, the Workbook gives guidance for cultivating that virtue, with practical plans and suggestions for crafting great lectures, leading poetry discussions, teaching the art of memory, and staging a play.

Volume III: The Enlightenment and Modern Renewal. Volume III traces Catholic educational history from the Enlightenment to present-day renewal movements. Following a reflection on integrity, the Workbook gives guidance for cultivating that virtue, with practical plans and suggestions for leading seminars on literature, studying art and architecture, and improving feedback and grading practices. Volume III concludes with advice from leaders in the revival of Catholic education.