Charlotte Mason speaks about handwork as something that is beneficial to the child - as long as the project is worthwhile and produces a project that is worth keeping. In her words, she calls it 'a useful pursuit'. But finding handwork projects that are useful while still being easy enough for small fingers can be a difficult task. Finger knitting is a handwork skill that is … [Read more...] about Finger Knitting Scarf Tutorial
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Charlotte Mason How-To Resource Lists
I have another amazing set of posts from Teachers of Good Things today. If you are a Charlotte Mason style homeschooler, you will love the resources that Dottie provides for you. How to Study Birds How to Study Music Appreciation How to Study a Picture Wondering what your child should know? You'll love these great resources: … [Read more...] about Charlotte Mason How-To Resource Lists
Curriculum Choices: 4th grade and 2nd grade
Trying to homeschool five children ages 10 and under can be a challenge! Add to that a husband in college full time, abortion and a stay at home working mom, stuff it makes it even more challenging. Picking out curriculum that will fit this busy season of life is a difficult decision and one this couple did not take lightly. Even though textbooks seemed to be the easy answer, … [Read more...] about Curriculum Choices: 4th grade and 2nd grade
Organizing a Charlotte Mason Memory Box
Memorization in the elementary years is a crucial skill to develop. Best of all, it's really rather easy for kids to memorize things at this age. Take advantage of how God gifted those littles ones by organizing a Charlotte Mason Memory Box. … [Read more...] about Organizing a Charlotte Mason Memory Box
6 Charlotte Mason Resource Lists
Are you a Charlotte Mason homeschooler? You will love these excellent resource lists by veteran homeschool mom, no rx Dollie Freeman. Her blog is full of helpful information to help you organize your Charlotte Mason homeschool. 10 Artists Charlotte Mason Would Want Your Kids To Know 10 Inventors Charlotte Mason Would Want Your Kids to Know 10 Revolutionary War … [Read more...] about 6 Charlotte Mason Resource Lists