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A Charlotte Mason Handicrafts Lesson Before we begin A Charlotte Mason Handicrafts Lesson … First, I explain why I’m focusing subject by subject. Also, I include Charlotte Mason quotes because I find her original lectures on education to be awe inspiring and helpful. Next, please keep reading to see the break down of implementing lessons, the schedule, […]
Cinnamon apples are a great topping for breakfast items like pancakes, yogurt, and oatmeal. They contain no added sugar and are even great to serve as a snack on their own!
Unleash your creativity with our 40 unique crochet patterns! Perfect for all skill levels, these designs will inspire. Start your crochet journey today!
A Charlotte Mason Handicrafts Lesson Before we begin A Charlotte Mason Handicrafts Lesson … First, I explain why I’m focusing subject by subject. Also, I include Charlotte Mason quotes because I find her original lectures on education to be awe inspiring and helpful. Next, please keep reading to see the break down of implementing lessons, the schedule, […]
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Crocheting baby booties is a cherished tradition among crafters and a delightful way to keep little feet warm and stylish. Inspired by famous sports brands
To create a Charlotte Mason Schedule can feel daunting to today's modern family. There are so many wonderful subjects to fit in!
A Charlotte Mason Drawing Lesson Before we begin A Charlotte Mason Drawing Lesson … First, I explain why I’m focusing subject by subject. Also, I include Charlotte Mason quotes because I find her original lectures on education to be SO inspiring and helpful. Next, please keep reading to see the break down of implementing lessons, the schedule, […]
Charlotte Mason believed that picture study was an important part of a child's education. Here are resources to help make it easy to begin.
A free kindergarten math packet for at home learning.
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
Children come alive when they are creating something. Have you ever witnessed this in your home? I'm a mama of 6, and have noticed my children (even young toddlers) come ALIVE when they are creative. There is a misconception that handicrafts are simple crafts that are quickly put together and done. The truth is...handicrafts are
Beautiful drawings and paintings are a hallmark of a Charlotte Mason education. But what if you're not an artist? You can still teach your child to draw with Charlotte Mason drawing lessons.
If you’re new to the Charlotte Mason method of homeschooling, you may have heard about narrations and notebooking. Narrations are a key piece of a Charlotte Mason lesson.
Charlotte Mason was an amazing educator! Perhaps my favorite quote from Charlotte Mason reveals her understanding that a personal knowledge of and intimacy with God is the highest form of education. This is where we must
As the summer comes to a close, it’s time to start adding warmer items to our wardrobes. And that goes for babies, too! Of course, it’s important to keep infants and young children warm when the cooler weather comes around. At the rate that children grow, it can be difficult to keep up with them and buy more and more clothes. Instead, why not make some clothes for your baby? If you’re into knitting, there are many free sweater patterns out there for you to choose from. Here are seven baby sweater knitting patterns that we think are just adorable! See Also: Knit a New Blanket for the New Kid on the Block! Knit and Crochet Baby Hat Patterns! 10 Free Crochet Patterns! Argyle Vest This sweater look is for the baby who already has a college fund set up, and whose parents want him to look classy. No, in all honesty, this is a great look for church, holiday parties and other special occasions when your little guy needs to look his best. For this project, you’ll need one main color of yarn and three contrast colors. You’ll also need sizes 2.75mm (U.S. 2) and 3.25 mm (U.S. 3) knitting needles or size needed to obtain tension. Also the extra-spacial arm and v-neck holes allow for room for growth! Something quite necessary when considering clothes for little ones that grow so fast! For the complete knitting pattern, visit Raverly. Hooded Baby Coat Nothing is more cute than your little one snuggling up in a comfy knit hoodie that you made for them. This hoodie combines warmth and function. The button-up style allows for not only style but an easier way to get in and out. It even has pockets so they can store their treasures they find. This PDF pattern is for intermediate knitters and comes in sizes from newborn up to 4 years of age. For the complete knitting pattern, visit Craftsy. Cashmere Baby Cardigan This cute cardigan sweater has some unique detailing built into its knitting pattern. It needn’t be made of cashmere if you can’t get your hands on that material. It’s a comfy, long-sleeve cardigan that’s sure to be cozy for your little one. It has a button-up front, too, in case it gets too warm. For this project, you’ll need US 8 (5.0 mm) and US 9 (5.5 mm) needles. The decorative holes and buttons can be tricky, but it’s all spelled out in this free knitting pattern. For the complete knitting pattern, visit Ravelry. Sweater and Cap Set This sweet sweater and cap set is perfect for walks in the park during fall. The sweater is heavy and cabled and is sure to keep your baby warm. The hat will add another level of warmth and coziness, and it matches too! The pattern does mention that this is an advanced project, so beware if you’re a beginner. But if you’ve been knitting for a while, take a crack at this and the final product is sure to be adorable. This sweater fits toddler-size children. For the complete knitting pattern, visit the Free Knit Patterns website. Baby Grampa Cardigan This is my personal favorite of the baby sweater knitting patterns. As a fan of grampa cardigans for adults, seeing a mini-version of that is just too cute! And wouldn’t it be darling to see your little guy alongside his grampa, in matching cardigans? This is a simple knitting project and the tutorial in the original post is broken into six parts, so it’s easy to understand. You’ll need some worsted weight yarn in a main color and a contrasting color, a US #7 / 4.5mm needle, a US #6 / 4.0 mm needle, and 24” circular and double pointed needles in each size. There are sizes available for children up to 4 years of age. For the complete knitting pattern and tutorial, visit Tin Can Knits. Knit Hooded Jacket For a bit more of a cozy feel, perhaps your sweater could use a hood! For those windy, autumn days this would be a perfect thing to wear. It has a cute, cabled pattern at the top and then drops into a simple sweater style. You’ll need size 3 mm needles, a cable needle and buttons. This sweater is best suited for babies aged 3-6 months. For the complete knitting pattern, visit Ravelry. Cardigan and Bonnet This matching cardigan and bonnet might not be the heaviest or warmest sweater, but it’s elegant and can be layered for warmth. With adorable sleeves and a lacey effect around the bottom of the sweater, this cardigan is a lovely way to dress up your little one for any special occasion. There is some sewing involved in this pattern and it has specifications for 6 different sizes from birth to 6 years of age. For the complete knitting pattern, visit Pattern Fish. Credits: Ravelry, Craftsy, Free Knit Patterns, Tin Can Knits, and Pattern Fish. Amazon.com Widgets Get more inspiration!
Teaching a child to read should be a joyful experience! We are going back to basics with Charlotte Mason reading lessons beginning with sight reading. Find out how to choose reading material and build a framework for your lessons and get your child reading!
Charlotte Mason reading lessons should be a delight for student and teacher. These tools will help you on your way!
How to we capitalize on our children's curiosities while still delaying formal lessons until a child is 6 years old? Teaching the alphabet the Charlotte Mason way is a fun, joyful way to spend time with our babies and preschoolers and instill a love of learning.
These zucchini tots are a simple vegetable-based recipe that is perfect as a snack, lunch boxes and for baby-led weaning.
This post is all about the mother’s notebooks that I keep as part of our Charlotte Mason homeschool & my mother culture.
Here's a round-up of our resources for our first year of homeschooling with a Kindergartener!
Children are born persons. They are not born either good or bad, but with possibilities for good and for evil." Charlotte Mason’s first and second principles seem pretty straightforward. When I first learned about them, they seemed obvious to me. Children are born persons- they seem plenty valued, today. They are born neither good nor bad- I've
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Ever wondered what copywork is for and why it's included in a Charlotte Mason homeschool? Or maybe you're familiar with it but not sure how often to do it, or what skills it's really working on. Copywork is an old tool that Charlotte Mason had her students use to work on penmanship, grammar, punctuation, and
I know many of you have already started your homeschool year. Here where we live the school system doesn't start back until the day after Labor Day and
Homeschooling using the Charlotte Mason method is so much more than "homeschooling". It's a lifestyle! In our home, we start with essentials of: Nutrition, Cleanliness, and A Well-fed heart. Nutrition: While we all know nutrition is important, it is extremely important on homeschool days, as you are working on the habit of attention. Cleanliness: We
Packed full of book recommendations, today's post details our First Grade Charlotte Mason curriculum and book choices for the year!
When I first started implementing the Charlotte Mason philosophy, I thought I could just use what I had learned as a Charlotte Mason teacher and apply it to the early years. But I was oh-so wrong! A Charlotte Mason “preschool” is very far removed from school. Over the past several years, I’ve taken the time
Where to begin with Charlotte Mason homeschooling: Who was Charlotte Mason? Why choose a Charlotte Mason home education? Books and resources
If you have been following around here for a little while you may know that we (well, I) decided to give the Charlotte Mason method a try for this school
Knowing that the Charlotte Mason, Montessori, & Waldorf methods all honor the individual child, I wanted to compare these 3 hands-on homeschooling methods.
When Miss H was about 15 months old, I took her to a restaurant to have breakfast with a friend. I have to tell you- Miss H has always been an excellent restaurant patron. In general, she just has a sweet disposition (of course, she has her moments, too!) This particular morning, I ordered a
A Charlotte Mason Geography Lesson Before we begin A Charlotte Mason Geography Lesson … First, I explain why I’m focusing subject by subject. Also, I include Charlotte Mason quotes because I find her original lectures on education to be SO inspiring and helpful. Next, please keep reading to see the break down of implementing lessons, […]
A collection of 40+ easy baby activities for ages 6-15 months. Your baby will love learning with these activities and so will you.
