In this episode, Amy and Leah talk about Charlotte Mason's volumes and where to start reading them.
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"That the mother may know what she is about, may come thoroughly furnished to her work, she should have something more than a hearsay acquaintance with the theory of education." Charlotte Mason, Home Education
0:57- Which Charlotte Mason book should I read?
1:40- Why should we read Charlotte Mason books or homeschool books? What books did you read as a teacher at an Ambleside School?
4:45- It's important to ask who else can you bring alongside you when you learn.
5:00- What should I read? It depends!
5:50- If you are new to homeschooling, what volume would you suggest?
7:24- Brandy Vencel's Start Here guide
8:34- If you're ready to get going with her philosophy, where do you go from there?
9:46- If your children are a bit older, School Education might be a good place to start, or I would consider reading volume 6. This volume is really good if you're more of a big picture person.
11:09- Karen Glass's Mind to Mind might be a good option. She took out many of the cultural references from volume 6 so that it's easier to read.
12:10- What would you read if you were a mom who is short on time?
13:20- In Vital Harmony
14:15- Reading when the language is hard.
15:50- What is a book for moms who have children in the early years and aren't quite ready to read the volumes yet? (Leah and Amy both wrote books!)
18:42- What are some other specialized Charlotte Mason books?
21:53- What are some modern books that reflect the Charlotte Mason philosophy?
26:35- What would a mother do if she has read all of the volumes?
28:22- Reading Charlotte Mason's volumes and confidence to tackle challenging books.
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I am a new homeschooling Mom. I consider getting my associates in Childhood development and education. However, compulsory education is exactly what we are trying to get away from. I an having a hard time of breaking the mold. Love the thoughts and I will read through the volumes.