There are two major concerns that I often see moms express about getting their kids outside daily: their baby or toddler's nap schedule falls right in the middle of prime outdoor time, and the weather is just not cooperative. With three kids, these things often tempt me to keep my kids inside instead of letting them run free. But baby-wearing is a … [Read more...]
Was Charlotte Mason Against Kindergarten?
It is generally accepted that Charlotte Mason formal lessons don't begin until the age of six, and that there's really no such thing as a Charlotte Mason kindergarten. I often see the phrase, "Charlotte Mason didn't approve of kindergarten" as a reply to a new homeschooling mom's anxious question about what to do with her five-year-old child. But, … [Read more...]
Small Beginnings Charlotte Mason Early Years Planner
After paying attention in Charlotte Mason groups for a couple of years, I've noticed that there are lots of moms who want to plan out their days so that they can be intentional during their child's early years. With moms like these in mind, I created the Small Beginnings Charlotte Mason Early Years Planner. Small Beginnings Charlotte Mason … [Read more...]
Charlotte Mason Foreign Language Lessons for the Early Years
Charlotte Mason recommended that mothers be very intentional about foreign language lessons during the early years. She believed, and modern research confirms, that young children can more easily learn languages than older children and adults. Research also shows that babies who learn more than one language have cognitive benefits. During the early … [Read more...]
Collaborative Games for Preschoolers
I love some friendly competition every once in a while, but lately, I'm beginning to see the value in collaborative games, especially for preschoolers. Collaborative, or cooperative, games get my children working together towards one common goal, rather than working against each other. In these early years while I'm trying to encourage strong bonds … [Read more...]
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