Goss Homeschool Academy

The last part of this section is one of my favorites since I do have a strong interest in "place based education" after reading books by David Sobel, Richard Louv, Scott Sampson, and Jon Young!  I think it is so interesting when I read these modern books and their educational philosophies are so closely linked to what CM has written in Volume 1!  They are kindred spirits!  I wonder sometimes how much they might already know about Charlotte Mason in their research and findings!  In each section I have linked some blog posts that I found helpful to read alongside Volume 1 as well as links to some of the books she references.  I hope you have a great time reading this section and learning more about math, science, and geography! Pages 253-264 How should test a child's knowledge of math principles? Why is it important? Discuss mental exercises in math. What manipulatives should be used? What is the best introduction to new concepts like multiplication and...

Our symphony trips are the highlight of the school year and this is year 3 that we are participating!  I'm really excited about the music in this first concert.  The title is "Sound Lab with the Symphony" and will be focusing on the physics of music and sound as well as styles of Classical music. I always like to blog my ideas and thoughts of how to introduce this music to your kids before you attend and I'm really excited because two of these pieces also have a Loony Tunes cartoon associated with the music!  If you grew up on Loony Tunes like I did you developed an early appreciation for classical music! For the full lesson plan from NSO click here! 1.  Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov - Procession of the Nobles” from Mlada This piece is a great introduction to the families of the orchestra.  The piece starts out heavy on the brass family and you can hear specific families throughout the music.  Discuss how brass instruments are played (buzzing) woodwinds (...