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7 Characteristics of a Charlotte Mason Education (UPDATED!)

May 7, 2024 //  by Jamie C. Martin

7 Characteristics of a Charlotte Mason Education (UPDATED!) ~ Written by Jamie C. Martin of Simple Homeschool Welcome back to my newest Simple Homeschool series, in which I’m going back in time to share my thoughts as a retired homeschool mom after 15 years of active duty. ;) This month I …

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Category: methods & philosophiesTag: art, charlotte mason, dictation, jamie, literature, music, narration, nature study, podcast, simple homeschool podcast, then and now

When Should My Child Begin Music Lessons?

June 22, 2011 //  by Sarah

Written by contributor Sarah Baldwin of Bella Luna Toys and Moon Child As a Waldorf early childhood teacher, and the mother of two young musicians, I have been asked many times over the years what the ideal age is for a child to begin music lessons. I’ve been asking myself the same question …

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Category: methods & philosophiesTag: music, waldorf

Mozart for Kids: Introducing Classical Music to Young Children

October 18, 2010 //  by Jamie C. Martin

Written by Jamie Martin, editor of Simple Homeschool and founder of Steady Mom Many educational philosophies, including the Charlotte Mason method, place a high priority on music and art study as a way to inspire children and surround them with greatness. The idea has always intrigued me, …

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