Homeschooling and Why Charlotte Mason
Our family has found a happy rhythm, and a resting place, in (however imperfectly) embracing a Charlotte Mason approach to homeschooling (homeschooling is not new to my family for myself and my husband both spent many years in our parents' homeschool, which has made it a somewhat natural decision for us to continue this lifestyle). However, I hadn't heard of Charlotte Mason until about 4 years ago, when I started searching for answers to many questions that I had about education, in view of starting a school for our children. She has been a great help for her philosphy is a resting place for me as I endeavor to rid myself of comparison, hustle, and unhelpful agendas within our home. Since I have spent 4 years studying her philosophy and methods, I thought it was time that I begin to write a little about it, especially about her Second Principle of Education which seems to be the most controversial, and possibly most misunderstood principle in her philosphy. Unfortunately, many ...