Do you know that nature study is more than an academic requirement for the Charlotte Mason homeschool? Miss Mason is adamant about the benefits of plenty of outdoor time for the kids. But she also sets out a whole passage on the benefits of the sight-seeing exercises she describes as Read more…
Perhaps one reason why we don’t do much nature study is that we don’t know what to do once we’re outdoors. Let’s see what Miss Mason has to say: Supposing we have got them, what is to be done with these golden hours, so that every one shall be delightful? Read more…
Homeschooling, even if you’re using the Charlotte Mason method, can feel overwhelming. Yes, the CM method is more gentle and puts less pressure on the mom, but it can still be a big adjustment. Know that you are not alone, and that homeschooling really comes with its own challenges! First, Read more…
What if you poured out all your time and energy to create the perfect CM daily schedule, and then you end up struggling to finish each day’s lesson? That can feel really frustrating! In this post, we hope to continue our troubleshooting series to help you implement the CM method Read more…
When someone decides to use the Charlotte Mason method for homeschooling, it usually includes an understanding of how to set a working schedule. Some families make their own booklists and schedule them out throughout the year; other families buy or use a set curriculum, which may or may not require Read more…