So true. I still end up falling prey to everyone getting a vote for read alouds at certain times of day. So many good books! So many opinions! Such loud voices and strident opinions! Yeeks. It's hardest to know when to abandon a low stacks outing for a home day when requested. Sometimes it's the right call, sometimes not. Sigh...
Yes, asking two kids if everyone should together leave the house is a losing game, and I too continue to fall for it sometimes. I find that things I would like to do go over better when I prioritize an hour in the morning in which my kids can genuinely choose what to do and I will make myself available to them to assist as needed.
This made a timely appearance on my feed! I’ve been thinking recently if we give our toddler too much freedom and if she’s grown accustomed to always having a choice.
I find this helpful for myself! I’m actually planning to write about it at some point. Making fewer decisions removes uncessary stress on a daily level.
What Charlotte Mason books do you recommend reading for someone who is new to her methods?
‘Home Education’ is a great place to start.
What Charlotte Mason books do you recommend reading for someone who is new to her methods?
So true. I still end up falling prey to everyone getting a vote for read alouds at certain times of day. So many good books! So many opinions! Such loud voices and strident opinions! Yeeks. It's hardest to know when to abandon a low stacks outing for a home day when requested. Sometimes it's the right call, sometimes not. Sigh...
Yes, asking two kids if everyone should together leave the house is a losing game, and I too continue to fall for it sometimes. I find that things I would like to do go over better when I prioritize an hour in the morning in which my kids can genuinely choose what to do and I will make myself available to them to assist as needed.
This made a timely appearance on my feed! I’ve been thinking recently if we give our toddler too much freedom and if she’s grown accustomed to always having a choice.
I find this helpful for myself! I’m actually planning to write about it at some point. Making fewer decisions removes uncessary stress on a daily level.
I always reflect on how able home educated children are at competing to ensure their choice wins through.