Charlotte Mason Principle #13
Dear Mama,
In principle number 13, we learn about the guidelines for choosing a curriculum. Choosing a Charlotte Mason curriculum can be overwhelming because of all the choices. And frankly, sometimes it takes trial and error before figuring out what works for you.
Today, I will share some questions to ask yourself before choosing a curriculum. All questions are based on Charlotte Mason’s four points discussed in this principle.
How does the curriculum nurture the whole child, mind, body, and soul? Charlotte Mason views the child as an entire person who deserves respect and consideration. We must expose them to subjects filled with truth, goodness, and beauty. Does the curriculum encourage the mother-teacher to guide the student to discover the world beyond him or to memorize facts?
How does the curriculum define education? Charlotte Mason defines education as the Science of Relations. This means that all subjects connect and encourage our children to make relationships with people of the past and present.
What does the curriculum say is the role of the mother-teacher? Charlotte Mason says the teacher is a guide. We are to expose our children to the subject and then let them form relationships with the characters and information they receive.
I also like to see if the curriculum offers support to the mother-teacher. I find this to be very important because teaching altogether on your own is very difficult. It’s better to do so in the community, whether online or in person.
Your answer to these questions will help guide you to pick the curriculum that is right for your family.
With that said, after studying this principle, I have decided to follow the @charlottemasonsalveary once again for the 2024-2025 school year, after taking a year off to explore other curricula.
Warmly,
Mirley
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