Episode 45: Listener Q&A #8


This week’s podcast episode on the Charlotte Mason method of education–the delectable education–is a question and answer session. Listen to this lively, animated, and slightly controversial discussion of short lessons, nature study, free time, and Bible lessons.

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“Five of the thirteen waking hours should be at the disposal of the children; three, at least, of these, from two o’clock to five, for example, should be spent out of doors in all but very bad weather. This is the opportunity for out-of-door work, collecting wild flowers, describing walks and views, etc.” (From “Suggestions” accompanying Programme 42)

“The Children’s Day will, on the whole, run thus: Lessons, 1 1/2 to 4 hours; meals, 2 hours; occupations, 1 to 3 hours; leisure, 5 to 7 hours, according to age.” (From “Suggestions” accompanying Programme 42)

“Children between 6 and 9 should get a considerable knowledge of the Bible text. By 9 they should have read the simple (and suitable) narrative portions of the Old Testament…and [the Synoptic] Gospels.” (Vol. 1, p. 249)

The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling

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Episode 20: Nature Study

Episode 22: Interview with Cheri Struble

John Muir Laws’ Website

Episode 41: Interview with Jack Laws, Part 1

Episode 42: Interview with Jack Laws, Part 2

Episode 17: Bible, The Living Book

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Parents’ Review Article: Imagination is a Powerful Factor in a Well-Balanced Mind

A Delectable Education’s Schedule Cards

6 thoughts on “Episode 45: Listener Q&A #8

  1. Nicole Williams

    Heather,

    I am not sure that we mentioned a specific book, unless perhaps it was the Paterson Smith or Costley-White versions Mason used. I don't know how old your children are, but a quick glance at what is coming up next will usually provide you with that information when you read ahead in your Bible to what is coming up next.

    -Liz

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