❝𝑐ℎ𝑖𝑙𝑑𝑟𝑒𝑛 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑏𝑜𝑟𝑛 𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑜𝑛𝑠.❞ ―𝑐ℎ𝑎𝑟𝑙𝑜𝑡𝑡𝑒 𝑚𝑎𝑠𝑜𝑛

what is the charlotte mason method?

• the charlotte mason method is a way of teaching that focuses on giving children a well-rounded education through rich, engaging books rather than boring textbooks. it encourages kids to spend time in nature, ask questions, and think deeply about what they learn. lessons are kept short and focused, with an emphasis on helping children develop good habits and strong character. the idea is to inspire a love of learning and help children grow as whole, well-rounded individuals.
• "the Charlotte Mason method of homeschooling is a unique method that focuses on a balanced approach that emphasizes the importance of learning from living books, undertaking nature walks and other outdoor activities, learning music and art, and having copious amounts of free play." - x

what are ways to introduce charlotte mason into homeschooling?

• 1. incorporate living books: living books are well-written, and engaging literature that brings subjects to life. these could be classic novels, biographies, or beautifully written non-fiction.
• 2. nature walks: encourage your children to observe and explore the natural world around them. you can start a nature journal where they draw and write about what they see.
• 3. short yet focused lessons: keep lessons short and focused. around 15-20 minutes for younger children and up to 30 minutes for older ones. this helps maintain attention and makes learning more effective.
• 4. narration: after reading a passage from a book, ask your children to narrate back what they’ve learned in their own words. this strengthens comprehension and retention.
• 5. art + music study: introduce your children to classic works of art and music. spend time looking at a single painting or listening to a piece of music, discussing it, and letting them respond to it creatively.
• 6. habit training: focus on building good habits, like attentiveness, neatness, and perseverance. charlotte mason believed that cultivating good habits is essential to a child's education.
• 7. rich, varied curriculum: expose your children to a wide range of subjects, including literature, history, science, geography, art, music, and even foreign languages. the idea is to give them a broad and rich education.
• 8. play and creativity: allow for plenty of free time in your schedule for your children to play, create, and explore their interests. charlotte mason valued a balanced approach that includes time for imaginative play and creative pursuits.