This post contains affiliate links. For more information, please see my Disclaimer. I knew roughly what I was getting into when we decided to pursue a Charlotte Mason homeschool program for our son. At least, I knew intellectually. But to be honest, I’m not sure I really considered handicrafts. I do see the humor in the fact that handicrafts are reminding this Charlotte Mason homeschool mom that education is a life. I guess it’s now or never to learn to sew! Is it time to panic? :) For the ... Read More about Handicrafts Remind Me That Education Is a Life
Our Alveary First Grade Mason Homeschool Plan
In an earlier post, I wrote about the various education options we considered and how we determined that we would use a Mason homeschool method. So while we had a big picture for the type of education we were pursuing, we needed a plan for making it a reality. In other words, what were we actually going to do every day?!? I looked at several well-known programs including Ambleside Online, Simply Charlotte Mason, the Charlotte Mason Institute Alveary, and a few other options. As I researched ... Read More about Our Alveary First Grade Mason Homeschool Plan
Our First Day of Charlotte Mason Homeschool
A Recap of Ambleside Tales Academy Day 1 Today was our first day of Charlotte Mason homeschool. I mentioned in a previous post that we decided to homeschool for Kindergarten and that our approach was relaxed. We covered our basic subjects and then informally explored other interesting ideas. There was also time for play and creativity. In addition, we took advantage of some local opportunities, like Math Club at our library and a children’s community choir. All in all, it was a good ... Read More about Our First Day of Charlotte Mason Homeschool
3 Reasons I’m Not Panicking about Charlotte Mason Homeschool
Have you ever felt that ominous sense of panic when you think about all that goes into a Charlotte Mason homeschool program? A Charlotte Mason panic. Would Mason approve of our program? Am I doing this right? What if I mess up my kids? Please tell me I'm not the only one who has these thoughts?!? I'd love to report that we’re as cool as cucumbers down here in hot and humid Georgia, calmly preparing for the first “real” year of CM homeschool. But the reality is more complicated. I am ... Read More about 3 Reasons I’m Not Panicking about Charlotte Mason Homeschool
Why We Chose A Charlotte Mason Homeschool
This post may contain affiliate links. I receive a small commission for purchases made through my link. You can find more information in the Disclaimer. Before I explain why we decided to pursue a Charlotte Mason homeschool education for our kids, I want to acknowledge that education decisions are very personal and often polarizing. Just like politics and religion, people tend to have strong opinions about education. Strong opinions are fine, but I insist that comments remain polite and ... Read More about Why We Chose A Charlotte Mason Homeschool