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Teaching and Knowing History
In an interview with The Wall Street Journal historian David McCullough discusses the historical illiteracy of students (who, of course, grow up to be us big people), even from the most esteemed institutions. He speaks of a young woman who … Continue reading
Posted in Teaching
Tagged Charlotte Mason, David McCullough, history, living books, narration
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Pardon me, I believe I was in your way again
Today I read this words of Charlotte Mason from the Introduction to Vol. 6: A child requires knowledge as much as he requires food. He is furnished with the desire for Knowledge, i.e., Curiosity; with the power to apprehend Knowledge, … Continue reading
Teach them to obey
One of the very best life lessons I’ve ever learned occurred when James was just becoming a toddler. We were at my mother’s farm when James took off running across the yard. Being concerned for his safety, I instinctively ran … Continue reading
Posted in Character, Parenting, Teaching
Tagged character, Charlotte Mason, correction, diligence, discipline, Ingalls, obedience
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Handwriting skills not a dying art
Last fall the Wall Street Journal published an article titled “How Handwriting Boosts the Brain.” The author addresses the fact that in spite of our ever advancing technological world, the ancient skill of handwriting still has real value. For the … Continue reading
Posted in Home School, Teaching
Tagged Charlotte Mason, Copywork, handwriting, penmanship
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Narration of Edward II…Story of King Robert the Bruce and Bohun
Here James narrates the story from Our Island Story. The Henrys I and II should be Edward I and II. The Scottish king that he never names is Robert the Bruce who you might remember from Braveheart.
Posted in Home School
Tagged Charlotte Mason, Edward II, James, narration, Our Island Story, Robert the Bruce
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Our “school” day
I was recently asked by a friend to describe a typical school day in our house. She also homeschools and is considering changing her current educational approach. I decided to record the results here. Our basic educational philosophy is known … Continue reading