The wonderful folks over at Living Books Curriculum have put together a great little Thanksgiving resource full of the Charlotte Mason-style resources we need (and love!).
Click here to download. Or click on the Thanksgiving image.
You’ll find in this free Holiday Helper pdf file materials and ideas for: Picture study, copywork, stories, and lots of links to other free online resources.
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!
Posted in Autumn, History, holidays, Thanksgiving
QUESTION:
“I’ve heard great things about keeping a Century Book. Will you please explain how to make and use one?”
Posted in Application, Catherine Levison, History, Q&A
The following list of books makes an excellent resource for studying the history of Ancient Egypt with your family. Some of the books are specifically targeted for younger children (early readers, etc.), but even books directed at older children can be read aloud to the younger ones. Some of the books are general reference books (not necessarily “living books” per se), but definitely interesting, well-made, and worth adding to your curriculum supplies. Continue reading
Posted in History, living books
Charlotte Mason was a British educator from the early part of the last century. Her methods and philosophies have recently experienced a resurgence, especially among American homeschooling families.
Her emphasis on developing a lifetime love of learning was in stark contrast to the anti-child climate of her time.
NOTE: Michelle at The Holistic Homeschooler has a personal interview with me about homeschooling. You can access it here: Interview with Debi
