Resources for Homeschoolers
Charlotte Mason Links
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Introductory Articles This synopsis from Ambleside Online was prepared by the CMSeries Email Loop. This article by Karen Andreola provides an overview of the philosophy behind the method. The A-B-C's of Charlotte Mason This FAQ for the Charlotte Mason Study Loop is a compendium of information relating to Charlotte Mason. There is a brief introduction about Charlotte Mason and her work. An interesting article by Christine Verspaandonk of Australia, who attended a PNEU school in England and is now homeschooling her own children in the Charlotte Mason tradition. Awakening the Soul Thru a Liberal Education How Charlotte Mason's methods build up the whole child. This site includes information on who Charlotte Mason was, what her methods include, and how to implement them in daily life. Excerpts from the book The Story of Charlotte Mason, by Essex Cholmondeley. The Writings of Charlotte Mason The Charlotte Mason Original Series The words of the lady herself, for those who want to know what she really thought and wrote; this is currently being uploaded chapter by chapter. Six volumes of poetry by Charlotte Mason. A Charlotte Mason Curriculum Online Ambleside Online is a free curriculum based on Charlotte Mason's writings; their website includes information, articles, study guides, reading lists, and guidance for implementing this free curriculum in your home. The community of homeschoolers using Ambleside Online keep in touch and help one another through email loops on the web, which are also accessible from this site. On Narration and other Language Arts A scope and sequence from the folks at Ambleside Online. A brief description of the use of "living" books and narration in the homeschool, by Karen Andreola. A more extensive article on the benefits of narration and how to institute this method in your homeschool, by Karen Andreola. Narration, by Catherine Levison A brief article on narration by the author of A Charlotte Mason Education. Narration: The Art of Storytelling Our own interpretation of the art of narration, with a collection of narration tips and questions. A discussion of language arts, Charlotte Mason style, including narration, dictation, copywork, and grammar, by Penny Gardner. A narrative on copywork and dictation, filled with practical links for everything from lined paper to suggested literature sources on the web. The Charlotte Mason Approach to Poetry The whys and hows of instilling a love of poetry, with specific bibliographic suggestions, by Karen Andreola. On Nature Study How to begin studying nature with your children, by Karen Andreola. Actual images from nature notebooks illustrate how to incorporate this method in your homeschool. Excerpts from the book Wild Days is for amateur artists, writers and naturalists interested in keeping discovery journals and nature notebooks. The author was inspired by the work of Charlotte Mason, and incorporates her methods into her approach. Catherine Levison's site offers an extensive discussion of nature study through journaling, and includes specific instructions and links to recommended resource books. Nature Study: Charlotte Mason's Cure... Nature exploration and notebook keeping, with checklists, practical ideas, and book recommendations. On Studying Art Art Appreciation the Charlotte Mason Way Introducing art to children the Charlotte Mason way. How to do picture study and keep an art appreciation notebook, by Penny Gardner. Newsletters Articles from 'The Parents' Review' Reprints of articles from Charlotte Mason's original monthly magazine. A newsletter for those interested in the educational philosophies of Charlotte Mason and classical education. Articles will focus on the philosophy of education as well sharing ideas about putting those ideas into practice. Book reviews of excellent and worthy books will put you in touch with resources to enhance your home school. Focusing on ideas, _Magnanimity_ seeks to provide you with thoughtful information that will nourish your mind as you seek to nourish your children's mind. Special Interest Charlotte Mason and Classical Education A comparison by Classical education author Susan Wise Bauer. Charlotte Mason and Classical Education How one classical academy is incorporating the philosophy and practice of the Charlotte Mason Method. Catholic homeschoolers share ways to blend the Charlotte Mason method with their faith. Networking with Other Charlotte Mason Homeschoolers AmblesideOnline is a support group for families using the Ambleside Online Curriculum. The Ambleside Online curriculum was designed to be as close as possible to the curriculum that Charlotte Mason used in her own PNEU schools, considering our present limitations which include the limited availability of high quality, accurate books. As such, the Ambleside Online list is exclusively for the discussion of implementing of a curriculum that seeks to be as close to what Charlotte Mason used as possible. It is not a general Charlotte Mason list nor a general homeschooling list. The list's purpose is to discuss Charlotte Mason's ideas on education. To support one another along this journey by sharing experiences and ideas. This is a loop for Christians who are combining classical education methods with Charlotte Mason ideas in their homeschools. This is a list for homeschooling mothers; specifically those using the Charlotte Mason approach, to broaden their knowledge and horizons by reading some of the classic books that Charlotte Mason recommended and by listening to classical music. To discuss the Charlotte Mason method of homeschooling for preschoolers and Kindergarteners. We might also discuss other educational theories (such as Classical, Principle, Relaxed,) and how it relates to the Charlotte Mason theory. To discuss the Charlotte Mason method of homeschooling elementary age children, and to share the joys and concerns of everyday life. This list is for persons who are using or are interested in using the Charlotte Mason Philosophy for education (including homeschooling), or to enrich their own lives. We will research and discuss the original Home Education Series by Charlotte Mason but also other materials. While we use an assigned lesson format, any CM question is welcome at any time and 'newbies' are encouraged to ask questions. This list is for the buying and selling of resources (biographies,poetry and art books, teacher resources, etc.) that are in conformity with the Charlotte Mason "twaddle-free" philosophy. This is strictly a buying and selling list. This group is set up as a resource for enhancing your own Nature Walks and Nature Study activities within your Charlotte Mason homeschool or co-op group. This list is designed for persons who are familiar with the principles of a Charlotte Mason method of education, and who wish to engage in discussions of a philosophical nature. Members should have CM's Original Home Schooling Series and be currently reading the volumes. For those using Charlotte Mason homeschooling methods for special needs children. It is for the sharing of information related to adapting CM for special needs but also for sharing the unique challenges and joys of everyday life with our kids, for support, encouragement and prayer. This list is designed for those interested in the Charlotte Mason approach to homeschooling with a Waldorf twist. Topics for discussion will be geared towards combining these two approaches successfully. The House of Education is the e-mail support group for those homeschooling families using or considering Years 7-12 of the AmblesideOnline curriculum plan. Ambleside Online is inspired by and patterned after Charlotte Mason's educational ideas and methods. This is a list for homeschooling moms using Sonlight curriculum and incorporating the educational philosophies and ideas of Charlotte Mason into their homes. On this list we discuss Charlotte Mason's ideas and how to incorporate them into our homes, discuss books by and about Charlotte Mason, discuss how we are using Sonlight to educate our children, and share our thoughts and ideas relating to homeschooling, Charlotte Mason and Sonlight. The Catholic CMason Email List The purpose of the list is to discuss and share ideas on implementing the educational methods of Charlotte Mason within the traditions, customs and faith practices unique to Catholicism. Charlotte Mason Education Forums This site offers a set of message boards on many topics associated with the Charlotte Mason method of education. On Teatime The Virtues of Tea, by Lynn Bruce A lovely piece about teatime, culture, education, and family life. Time for Tea: A Music and Art Appreciation Experience How one mom has incorporated teatime into her home education program.
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