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Charlotte Mason Copywork 101: Understanding and Implementing
Posted in Charlotte Mason on September 7, 2017
Copywork may be the most misunderstood aspect of a Charlotte Mason Education. When I first heard the term copywork, I pictured those first-grade handwriting worksheets, and I thought, “That’s boring. What’s so special about handwriting worksheets?” After I began to learn about what copywork actually consisted of, I understood what a valuable tool it can Read More »
Understanding Nature Study - Charlotte Mason Method
Posted in Charlotte Mason on September 6, 2017
Hardly a day goes by that my children don’t point out some natural wonder to me. Whether it’s a butterfly or a leaf that’s shaped like a heart, they have been trained to “see” nature. We give credit for this training to nature study. I had never really heard of nature study before and would Read More »
Understanding Habit Training - Charlotte Mason Method
Posted in Charlotte Mason on September 5, 2017
There is one subject that we include in our schedule every day without fail. I consider it the most important subject that I teach. It is called Habit Training. Yes, this term sounded peculiar to me, too, when I first heard it. When I thought of habits, I would think of brushing your teeth or Read More »
Understanding Grammar - Charlotte Mason Method
Posted in Charlotte Mason on September 4, 2017
When I was in second grade, I absolutely loved art and music class. I waited in anticipation all week for them. I loved to create, and I loved the feeling of unity as the entire class sang together. It was during these times that I felt completely engaged in life. I remember loving recess, of Read More »
Charlotte Mason Handicraft Ideas - What Children Learn from Arts/Crafts
Posted in Charlotte Mason on September 3, 2017
Charlotte Mason is well-known for emphasizing that children should learn how to interact with their world. She advocated for the use of handicrafts for educating children and developing a support system for children as they grow into a young adult. She encouraged the development of life skills, essential for teaching children how to manage their Read More »
