Perhaps your child does not sit still easily, or prefers inquiring to rote acceptance. Does your child show a particular passion for something outside the mainstream, or exercise a skill level that is “above” his or her peers? If so, I have good news for you.

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Are you considering switching to a Charlotte Mason-style school, but not sure if it’s a good fit? Well, winter holiday vacation is the perfect time to try out the CM method and philosophy, and fortunately, there are some easy short-term options that are completely (risk) free!    If you are new to Charlotte Mason, I…

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In the United States, summer school is a bit of an oxymoron. Summer, of course, is for play, and parties, and long hours out of doors. School, as we generally think, is for indoors and … well, not parties. So we understandably avoid the idea of schooling during these months of “freedom.” But those of…

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  By Belinda Bullard We attend a predominately African-American church in the city–a large church located in the middle of the “hood,” a church with an eye for social justice and community uplift. Celebrating the contributions of people who look like us is a regular, integral portion of our time together. Yet as I grow…

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