Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Get your free Audible Trial here. Listen here: Four Main Truths that Need to be Fastened like Nails in Every Child's Heart This is Dr. Mark Hamby here at Lamplighter Ministries. Got some exciting things to share today. God's word is very profitable to us. It goads us, it guides us and it … [Read more...]
The Charlotte Mason method is based on Charlotte’s firm belief that the child is a person and we must educate that whole person, not just his mind.
Charlotte Mason's Student Motto:
"I am, I can, I ought, I will."
"I am, I can, I ought, I will." This was the motto she gave us. I am a human being, one of God's children; I can do right by my fellowmen and by myself; I ought so to do and God help me, I will so do. Is this not a great message she has given us? - Michael A. E. Franklin, one of Charlotte Mason's students
Our Ultimate Guide to Charlotte Mason Homeschooling Resources
These posts are here to help you implement, to encourage you on your journey, and to give ideas. If you ever need more assistance, you can contact us at hello@laramolettiere.com or schedule a homeschool consultation.
Afternoon Occupations for Winter Months
As we begin to embrace the cold and clammy months, Charlotte Mason homeschoolers may begin to feel a bit of frustration and anxiety keeping the kids busy during afternoon homeschool schedules. It’s much easier to tell the kids to go outside during sunny and warm days, but as the chill in the air begins to sting, resistance is futile. Yet, it may … [Read more...]
Cultivating Grace: Mothering a THAT Child with Rachael Carman
Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Get your free Audible Trial here. Listen here: Hello. This is Rachael Carman from rachaelcarman.com, and I wanted to talk to you today about that child because that child is my passion. Before I get on to that, I want to thank you, Lara, for having me on today. I'm so delighted to come and speak … [Read more...]
Charlotte Mason Advent Morning Time Studies
Advent Morning Time Plans We do Holiday Homeschool around here. Since it's my own coined term, I explain that further down. That means during Advent, our studies are basically our morning time homeschool plans with reading and math added on 4 days a week. We use A Gentle Advent, the Advent session from The Homeschool Garden, for our morning time … [Read more...]
Cultivating Grace: Hymns Help Children Learn Sound Theology
Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Get your free Audible Trial here. Listen here: Using Hymns to Teach Sound Theology Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! Psalm 95:1 Singing is something humans have been doing since God created us. It’s clear in Scripture that singing … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Why Composer and Music Studies are Imperative
Today's episode is brought to you by Audible. Get your free Audible Trial here. Listen here: Charlotte Mason Music Education - the Why As homeschoolers, it is easy to get overwhelmed by all the subjects and topics we want to cover. We want to teach all the beautiful and lovely things! We all desire to give our children the best education … [Read more...]
Quilled Paper Snowflake Ornament Handicraft
Handicrafts are one of my favorite parts of a Charlotte Mason education. Helping our children to develop patience, fine motor skills, diligence in following directions, and more, these activities are integral to the development of their minds and bodies. With the chilly weather finally upon us, making these delightful quilled paper snowflakes … [Read more...]
20 Living Books for Advent and Christmas
Charlotte Mason Advent Traditions We are so incredibly excited for Advent this year! Preparing A Gentle Advent for you has warmed our hearts so much toward the coming season. We are delighted that so many of you have decided to join us, and there is plenty of space for your family if you haven't committed to an Advent study yet! You don't have to … [Read more...]
The Gift of Time – and a JORD Watch Giveaway!
Meaningful Gifts for Holidays and Homeschool Graduation Tis the season! All the gift-giving for holidays, hostess gifts, graduations, engagements, and other holiday happenings is enough to make you max out your bank account on knick-knacks from online stores filled with "stuff" that no one really needs. What about gifts that are meaningful? … [Read more...]
Homeschool 101: What is Mother Culture?
Mother Culture and Charlotte Mason Have you heard of the term ‘Mother Culture’? If you’re wondering what the Mother Culture definition is and you are teaching your children at home, STOP what you are doing right now and continue reading. It’s critical to your well-being and future! It may even prevent homeschool burnout and depression! Now that … [Read more...]
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