Charlotte Mason 1
There are now countless websites and blogs devoted to the teaching and philosophy of Charlotte Mason. Back in 200, when this article was first written, I intended for this to be brief. Considering the amount of information now available, this is now ridiculously...
Charlotte Mason 2
WHAT SUBJECTS ARE COVERED USING THIS METHOD? Primary Curriculum Bible, Literature, History, Science, Language, Spelling, Independent Reading, Composition, Poetry, Handwriting, Math, Foreign Language, Art Appreciation, Music Appreciation, Geography, and Handicrafts....
Charlotte Mason 3
Charlotte Mason Methods originally written in 2000 Charlotte Mason's philosophy of education is becoming more popular as people realize what a simple, yet profound, method it is. Still, many home educators have never been introduced to Charlotte Mason's ideas. Who was...
Share Your Life With Your Children
Driving in the car...washing dishes...sweeping the floor, preparing a meal...reading a good book...visiting the new neighbour...running errands and paying bills.What do these have in common? These are a few things that I have had opportunity to do this week...to do...
Structure or Routine?
And everything, whatever ye may do in word or in deed, do all things in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father by him. Col 3:17 There are scheduled times that I clean the house, mop and vacuum the floors and other jobs that need doing on a regular...
Lifestyle of Learning
We homeschool with a ‘discipleship method’ or a “Bible-Centred, Eclectic, Discipleship Based, Spirit-Led, Identity-Directed, Relational, Literature Based Learners-at-home” approach. This approach can look a lot like natural learning but in our home, has a few differences.
Super Simple Spiritual Sunday
I have not been one to get overly involved with many online meme's but I'm really enjoying Robin's Super Simple Spiritual Sunday meme. Tehee, it's a chance for me to rave on about all the truth-filled, beautiful, inspiring and informing posts I've read during the...
Bible Study Scope and Sequence
Bible study scope and sequence
Prayer
The Five Finger Prayer 1. Your thumb is nearest to you. So begin your prayers by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C.S. Lewis once said, a "sweet duty". 2. The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray...
HOW Bible Lessons with Little Ones
Families who have an older child using a HoW approach seem to find it easier to know what to do with the younger siblings. A few people seem to need further help with instituting a HoW approach with a young family. I wonder if this confusion arises because people are...
Bible Study using Heart of Wisdom
HOW has been a great launching pad for our family and has put some wonderful ideas before myself and the children. Here I'll share how we use the unit studies. For a few weeks before we start, I look at the books in my shelf and get the appropriate ones...
Family Worship
"Hear, Yisra'el: the LORD is our God; the LORD is one: and you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might. These words, which I command you this day, shall be on your heart; and you shall teach them diligently to...
Cold Brew Coffee, Butter Blend, Bliss Balls
Cold Brew Coffee, Butter Blend to stretch your dollar, Bliss Balls and a Breakfast!
Dehydrator
This is the dehydrator that my husband made for me. It cost approximately $60 and this was only because he used brand new racks and had to buy a light switch and light batons. I use the dehyrator to make all sorts of things including yoghurt and proving bread. FAITH ~...
My Health Philosophy
Health has always been an ongoing interest of mine. There are so many areas that affect our health from the air that we breathe, the water we wash in and the food that we eat.
Terrestria Chronicles
Here are the thoughts of my 12yods. He hasn't done any formal writing so bear that in mind when reading his thoughts about the series, Terrestria Chronicles by Ed Dunlop. Book: Terrestria Chronicles series by Ed Dunlop Name: John Date: 2007 This book is an allegory,...
Catching up…
Whew, what a weekend! It all started on Friday when we had to go across town to take 'Miss A' to a softball tournament. That in itself is not hard. Crossing the Gateway Bridge is not my favourite thing to do. Not necessarily because the bridge is high (it looks worse...
Life Skills
Manners Judi The Manners Lady ~ Through cool music and games, Judi helps parents teach important manners and life skills to their children. Kids around the world are saying "The Good Manners Pledge" and joining the Manners Club. It's fun... and it's free!... Raising...
Daily Rhythms : Blocks Schedule
We don’t have a set daily schedule. We don’t eat meals at specified times or have a daily to-do list. Instead we tend to work in blocks of time. In the morning, we discuss briefly what blocks of time we are doing that day and this way the children know what to expect. This is known as our daily rhythm or block scheduling.
Diary Day Monday
I awoke at 6am and jumped in the shower while John watched the morning news in bed. He actually pretends to watch the news but I think he really snoozes! He showers and gets ready for work as I head to the kitchen to make grilled muffins with eggs for breakfast. 'Miss...