5 Steps to Planning Your Charlotte Mason Education

[@julielynn7401]

I have been dabbling in the Charlotte Mason approach for a few years now. While I don’t do this approach exclusively, I appreciate the simplicity and beauty of her method. Essentials in my homeschool week are poetry, nature and picture study. I have found that in all of my research Sonya’s advice and explanations are golden. She breaks everything down so beautifully. She just has a way of explaining things. I could listen to her for hours. 😀 thank you so much Sonya. ❤️ God bless.

[@Andi987rea]

I have been watching your videos for weeks now and I am OVERJOYED at how they have changed what our school will look like. I felt like I was drowning and every time I watched one of your videos I was given hope and inspiration. They have come at the perfect times and given me exactly what I needed to really make my children's education what I've always hoped it could be. Thank you a million times!!!

[@Dreblueskies]

Me too! I didn't know if I could figure this whole homeschooling thing out 😂.

[@amywalker6418]

I’ve just begun my journey of learning about homeschooling and Charlotte Mason. I’ve been overwhelmed as I have thought about planning this next year. And I’m even a former public school teacher! This was a perfect video to put things into perspective for me and take me on a step by step journey into planning. Thank you so much Sonya! I’m so excited for this more purer philosophy of teaching- which is really more about guiding children into becoming life long learners.

[@Renewed85]

Just started watching. I have been home education for 7yrs. Nothing has been in stone. It's been more so unschooling with Montessori. A couple of months ago, i stumbled upon Charlotte mason. Were leaning this way

[@SimplyCharlotteMason]

Glad you found our channel and hope you find it helpful on your homeschooling journey!

[@nicoleauld9536]

Sonya bless you for taking time to share your wisdom! This video is a gem. Thank you so much! Many blessings to you and your team! ❤️

[@stephaniesribeiroYT]

Thank so much for the rich and information video! We are new to homeschool and I value Charlotte Mason’s principles and understanding of how to enrich a child’s life.

[@Elsinha147]

The best video I've watched! I was so overwhelmed trying to figure out how to put CM curriculum in place. Thank you so much!🙏🏻

[@elycevwestby1521]

This is so helpful as I am planning our very first year of homeschool. Thank you, Sonya!

[@analozanonorheim9466]

How is it going? ❤

[@gbcflower]

This is excellent! I especially like the 12 year overview.

[@silvijaa.869]

Many thanks!! I am furiously taking notes, this is just what I needed for my little one. Very informative

[@Ryoko007]

the time box is such a good idea.

[@SimplyCharlotteMason]

Thank you for sharing your feedback!

[@JamesAustinHall]

God bless you and your family in the name of Jesus amen.

[@SimplyCharlotteMason]

Thank you!

[@mariannatodd7010]

Thank you, this information is invaluable.

[@SimplyCharlotteMason]

So glad you found this helpful!

[@homeschoolingsisters538]

So much good information. I have a lot to think about. Thank you for the forms.

[@keeperofmyhome]

Such great information!!🙌🏽

[@becca.carroll]

Yes yes thank you thank you

[@SimplyCharlotteMason]

You are so welcome!

[@jasonsandyyuen6478]

Thank you for this! I'm new to CM, so this is very helpful. Where can I find examples of "Your Year" chart, with the subjects, topics and resources?

[@SimplyCharlotteMason]

Hi and thank you for your question! Here is where you can find the Your Year chart referenced. Scroll down to Step 2: Your Year on this page to view what you are asking about and please let us know if you have any further questions! simplycharlottemason.com/blog/planning-charlotte-mason-education/ If you're also looking for those additional resources if you click "More" or the down arrow below the video it will show you several links to the resources mentioned in this video. Let us know if there is another specific resource you are looking for and you can find the overall curriculum planning guide and resources here: simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curriculum-guide/overview-chart/

[@Dreblueskies]

Excellent video, thank you so much.

[@elizabethsencion6950]

MUCHAS GRACIAS

[@Jaycalsun]

Thank you!

[@terezkap303]

thank you so much!!!so much wisdom and very helpful advice!!Love all your videos!!!

[@servantrose]

Thank you for putting this together. Very helpful.

[@weheartbooks1077]

This is so wonderful! Thank you so much!😊

[@mandymoran7714]

hi im in the uk my son is 11 and as high functioning autism what grade would he come under please

[@KarenReep]

Thank you! Great tips!😁

[@Ryoko007]

i had to give my now 15l4yr old back to school again as he was getting very lazy while being at home in covid. please talk about young adults and how to hone school thwm successfully so they dont keep getting bored. he now has a laptop and tablet is on it almost all evening as i cant seem to find enough things for them to do. so 14yr old plays roblox most of the evening after school. does anyone have anyb14yr old boys whonget bored easily?

[@SimplyCharlotteMason]

Hi, Thank you for reaching out with your questions! Here are a few ideas. In a Charlotte Mason approach to education, lessons are short which will leave time in your day for other occupations, which leads to the question what do we do with that time? Here is a helpful post with some great ideas on that topic. simplycharlottemason.com/blog/productive-afternoons-in-charlotte-mason-homeschooling/ Here are a few posts specific to screen time as you describe that to be something he likes to spend his time doing. Each individual family will need to make their own decision on how to approach the use of screens in their home and what their limits are around them. simplycharlottemason.com/blog/screen-time/ simplycharlottemason.com/blog/together-isolated-taming-holiday-screen-time/ In a Charlotte Mason approach to education there is a large emphasis placed on the idea of habit training. This may or may not be something that you have already started with your 14 year old, however in reading the post and the way you describe him, this may be an area to consider. We can all continue to work on our habits and improve them even as adults. Coming alongside our children at any age to help them establish good habits is something that will serve them well moving into adulthood. Here is a post that touches on habit training with older students if you are interested in reading more. simplycharlottemason.com/blog/habits-q-and-a-starting-with-older-children-dealing-with-negativity/

[@yom12345]

Is the big picture for the year or the 18 years?

[@SimplyCharlotteMason]

Your big picture overview should be for all 12 years of school. You'll narrow to a single school year in Step 2: Your Year.

[@yom12345]

Can you offer more examples of big picture? For me my only big picture is that we have a strong bond and connection

[@SimplyCharlotteMason]

@@yom12345 Think about what skills and values you want your child to have when he or she graduates from your home school. Here are a couple examples for specific subjects, taken from the Planning Your Charlotte Mason Education book: History: My goal is for my child to understand people's roles in history and how they affect life today. Music: My goal is for my child to appreciate good music and to learn to play an instrument for his own pleasure and for others' enjoyment. Your goals may be different; that's why this is how to plan YOUR Charlotte Mason education. The important thing is to detail those goals in the Big Picture step so you'll have a basis for deciding what you'll be teaching.