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A Literary Education: Adapting Charlotte Mason for Modern Secular Homeschooling by Emily Cook
tarabean25's review against another edition
5.0
Finally! I’ve read so many homeschool books, but this is the first one that I felt went into sufficient detail into the HOW of homeschooling. She also presented the Charlotte Mason method in a simple, easy-to-follow format (something very tough for people to do!). Loved this one and will definitely come back to it again and again.
books_under_blankets's review against another edition
4.0
I have been using Emily’s Build Your Library program for almost a year, and still gained so much from this book.
The biggest take away is the idea that there is no “right” way to homeschool. It is very encouraging when you feel like you are doing everything wrong, especially when other homeschooling families seem to have it all together on social media.
I think this a fantastic book for all homeschooling families. New homeschoolers can gain tips, structure, and encouragement. More seasoned homeschoolers can find little tweaks to make their homeschool experience the best it can be.
I gained a lot of new ideas for our upcoming school year. I think having a more relaxed outlook will help me to a better homeschooling mom, and help my kids enjoy the experiences we share even more.
The biggest take away is the idea that there is no “right” way to homeschool. It is very encouraging when you feel like you are doing everything wrong, especially when other homeschooling families seem to have it all together on social media.
I think this a fantastic book for all homeschooling families. New homeschoolers can gain tips, structure, and encouragement. More seasoned homeschoolers can find little tweaks to make their homeschool experience the best it can be.
I gained a lot of new ideas for our upcoming school year. I think having a more relaxed outlook will help me to a better homeschooling mom, and help my kids enjoy the experiences we share even more.
bookhound36's review against another edition
I discovered Emily via YouTube and wanted to "pick her brain" a little further by perusing her new book. A very approchable and easy to read guide on home education ... while I don't agree with everything she has to say, I still gleaned lots of wonderful information that I'm hoping to implement with my own child!
thegigglingwillow's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
5.0
I've read this a couple of times now. Still 5 stars, and I expect to re-read it again in future years. The author not only gives practical tips for new homeschoolers, but also helpful reminders as we continue with this lifestyle. She does a great job of bringing Charlotte Mason's style of education into the 21st century, and sprinkles many read-aloud suggestions throughout. Both times I've read this, it has helped me to refocus on our overall goals and vision for our homeschool, and reassured me that literature-based learning is truly a gift for both the kids and myself.
amy959's review against another edition
4.0
Many home educators seem to have one book that they read every year to encourage and ground them for the upcoming school year. This will be that book for me. When I am stuck in a rut and wondering if I am doing enough, or if I need to buy 'just 1 more' curriculum, I will come to this book and read about the beautiful literary education environment and lifestyle Emily describes within this book and it will remind me of the bigger picture and why we homeschool in the first place.
tamarayork's review against another edition
5.0
After using Emily Cook's Build Your Library curriculum in our homeschool for years, I finally got around to reading her book. It was a great synopsis of how a modern, secular Charlotte Mason style homeschool can be accomplished. I have read many books about Charlotte Mason homeschooling and they all feel so old-fashioned, a bit boring, and use books written a hundred (or more) years ago. They all give the impression of children gathered around mother's feet knitting while listening to weighty classics being read aloud and reciting bible verses. This book presents a different take on a great educational model. One that is modern, easy, and bursting with goodness. Highly recommend.
amybatty's review against another edition
5.0
Good info for someone new to CM homeschooling. My one complaint is that it only talked about mothers homeschooling their children.
mharrison13's review against another edition
4.0
This was a very quick and easy read and it left me feeling that it really is okay to take the parts of homeschool philosophy that I like, and leave out the things that just won’t work. As Emily Cook points out, your family is going to be different from my family and her family and we each need to figure out what works for us. I love some of Emily’s ideas and I’be enjoyed her curriculum (Build Your Library) for Kindergarten and Pre-history.
Ultimately I’m left feeling positive and excited about our future.. the bridges can be crossed as we get to them.
Ultimately I’m left feeling positive and excited about our future.. the bridges can be crossed as we get to them.