One of the most common misconceptions of the Charlotte Mason method is that it\u2019s all about reading books, plenty of books! <\/p>
While it\u2019s true that we do devour a huge number of pages in a CM homeschool, it\u2019s a myth that it\u2019s all about books. In fact, Miss Mason is adamant about making sure that we offer as wide a curriculum as possible: <\/p>
They require a great variety of knowledge,\u2013\u2013about religion, the humanities, science, art; therefore, they should have a wide curriculum, with a definite amount of reading set for each short period of study. (Vol 1, page 19) <\/em><\/p> But why is it important for our children to learn a large variety of stuff? <\/p> First, let\u2019s start with the basic principle that \u201cThe mind feeds on ideas and therefore children should have a generous curriculum. (Vol 1 page 112.)\u201d <\/p>Why does the Charlotte Mason recommend a wide curriculum? <\/strong><\/h2>
The mind feeds on ideas.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>