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thebookkeepers's review
4.0
Detailed insight and examples of following the Charlotte Mason philosophy of homeschooling. I thought the book was short, to the point, and informative. I really enjoyed reading her essay at the end of the book which details the history of homeschooling & statistical results when comparing homeschoolers to publicly educated children. Would recommend for those wanting more information or an overview of the Charlotte Mason methods without feeling over whelmed or bogged down.
readerturnedwriter's review
4.0
The book was basically an overview of what a Charlotte Mason education entails. I was actually hoping (from the title) that it would be more focused on book choice, but it wasn't. However, it was well done for what it was.
kaciereads's review
3.0
good intro and overview of the Charlotte Mason method. quick read. best for newer homeschoolers or those new to Charlotte Mason and would like a quick picture and insight on how one mom implemented it.
final chapter digs in to some of Gotto's works and how they relate to cm and unschooling.
Would have liked more on a typical day in her life at different stages and more practical "how it looked in our home" insights.
final chapter digs in to some of Gotto's works and how they relate to cm and unschooling.
Would have liked more on a typical day in her life at different stages and more practical "how it looked in our home" insights.
jamiegc's review
5.0
Quick, informative read
This was a great summary of the Charlotte Mason method of educating children. There were so many things that I agree with! Read 'living books' to your kids. Narration or Retelling, rather than taking tests. (Painting, drawing, sculpting, play-acting, etc.) Short lessons. Weekly nature walks. Nature journals. Art appreciation through picture study. Journaling. Copy work and dictation. Lessons before noon, afternoons for free-time and handicrafts. Establish good habits.
This was a great summary of the Charlotte Mason method of educating children. There were so many things that I agree with! Read 'living books' to your kids. Narration or Retelling, rather than taking tests. (Painting, drawing, sculpting, play-acting, etc.) Short lessons. Weekly nature walks. Nature journals. Art appreciation through picture study. Journaling. Copy work and dictation. Lessons before noon, afternoons for free-time and handicrafts. Establish good habits.
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