The Original Home Schooling Series by Charlotte Masson

The Original Home Schooling Series by Charlotte Masson

Book is in good condition! There is some wear from use. Several sentences are highlighted.

Charlotte Mason's educational philosophy was ahead of its time. She believed that children are individuals deserving respect, not blank slates, and that their minds should be nourished with living literature and meaningful ideas rather than dry, pre-digested facts. Her approach is gentle and adaptable, especially for younger kids, emphasizing exposure to great ideas through books across subjects, sparking curiosity with art, music, and poetry, and teaching science through nature observation. She advocated understanding math through hands-on activities and reasoning rather than rote memorization, and she placed importance on character building and good habits. While teacher-led, her method allows students free time to play and explore their interests, with a traditional foundation in Christianity, though it’s also embraced by secular and diverse families. The complete Homeschooling Series includes: 

- Home Education: Six lectures on raising and educating children up to age nine, covering various school subjects and concluding with discussions on Will, Conscience, and Divine Life in the child. 

- Parents and Children: A collection of 26 articles from the Parent's Review magazines offering guidance and encouragement for parents. 

- School Education: Insights into teaching and curriculum for children aged 9-12, whether at school or home. 

- Ourselves: A character curriculum written for children, with Book I, Self-Knowledge, aimed at elementary students. 

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