If you've been hanging around with My Little Robins for awhile, you may have heard me make this analogy before. And, if you were a fourth grader in my class several years ago, you heard this analogy, too, that I made up to help you understand synaptic pruning and other concepts of habit training. I think this analogy is helpful, and I wanted to … [Read more...]
Froebel’s Alphabet Sticks: ABC’s Outdoors
Ever since writing my post about Charlotte Mason and kindergarten, I've been trying to get more familiar with Froebel's ideas. Friedrich Froebel lived in the late 18th century and early 19th century, and his principles on early education deemed him the affectionate title "the father of the Kindergarten." Unfortunately, Froebel did not have an … [Read more...]
Avoiding the “Better Get Used to it” Principle in Homeschooling
Every winter, when the snow comes down on our Colorado home, it doesn't take long for my little ones to scramble in search of their snow gear, put on layers of fleece and their water-proof boots, and head outside. There is often snowman building and snow angel making, but every time, they head to the garage to get their plastic snow shovels, and … [Read more...]
Getting Started With Charlotte Mason’s 20 Principles- Free Printable
If you have children in their early years, then you are blessed, my friend. Not only do you get the honor of raising precious little ones, but you have some time to prepare for and pray over their future education. Learning about Charlotte Mason's philosophy now, while your children are still young, will help you ready your heart, mind, and … [Read more...]
Toddler Schedule for a Charlotte Mason Home
My middle guy, my E, is three now. He is all energy and angst, moving from cheerful and smiling to angry and destructive faster than a political meme earns angry reactions on Facebook. I've realized that beyond a good night's sleep, keeping a regular schedule is so good for my toddler. We can curb meltdowns when he knows what is coming next. I … [Read more...]
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