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Charlotte Mason and Jazz

Charlotte Mason and Jazz

As I began compiling thoughts on the topic of jazz music for composer studies and music appreciation I felt pulled in many directions!  Should I ...

Leisurely Afternoons Part 2

Leisurely Afternoons Part 2

“I venture to suggest, not what is practicable in any household, but what seems to me absolutely best for the children;  and that, in the faith ...

Leisurely Afternoons: Free time, connection, and masterly inactivity in a Charlotte Mason education

Leisurely Afternoons: Free time, connection, and masterly inactivity in a Charlotte Mason education

“The claims of the school room should not be allowed to encroach on the child’s right to long hours daily, for exercise and investigation.” ~ ...

4 Ways To Create Meaningful Holiday Memories + Holiday Gift Guide starting at $0

4 Ways To Create Meaningful Holiday Memories + Holiday Gift Guide starting at $0

Savor the holiday season and create meaningful holiday memories that become family traditions.  Our list below offers a selection of options to do just that. Many items on the list are free;  if you're looking for actual gifts to purchase (or options to send to grandparents), we also offer ideas for that too. Read on and don't forget to check out A Modern Charlotte Mason's Holiday Gift Guide!

Early Years Curriculum Q&A

Early Years Curriculum Q&A

What is covered in the Early Years curriculum? Daily work includes Bible reading, recitation/memorization, copywork/writing (for those able), a ...

McGuffey Readers…Not Just For Sight Reading

McGuffey Readers…Not Just For Sight Reading

After seeing many homeschool parents struggle with understanding how to begin using McGuffey’s Readers I thought I would write a post detailing a...

Mother Culture: Recommended Reading List for Charlotte Mason Homeschoolers

Mother Culture: Recommended Reading List for Charlotte Mason Homeschoolers

The Ultimate: Charlotte Mason’s Original Homeschooling Series by Charlotte Mason Charlotte Mason Study Guide – Penny Gardner   For ...

TOP 5 Reasons for Educating Charlotte Mason Style

TOP 5 Reasons for Educating Charlotte Mason Style

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. My favorite poem begins that way. Today I am going to count the ways that I love homeschooling but more specifically the ways I love a Charlotte Mason education. In absolutely no particular order other than what came to me as I sat to write this.

Why Charlotte Mason?

Why Charlotte Mason?

One mom explains why a Charlotte Mason education style calls to her: …we are continually prompted to turn over the stone of the “...