Confused on a few things…Needs clarification warning…long

The Genesis Through Deutoronomy & Ancient Egypt History/Geography/Bible for module 1 has a sample you can download to put your mind at rest that each day is layed out for you so you’ll know you do the lessons 4 days per week per term and what to do.

For Geography in CM education I think it’s simply look at the map of Africa (I think the handbook exlains briefly but just google search this for more details) each week then have your child try to label as many countries she can, then compare. Do same thing each week and eventually with this gentle method she’ll know Africa! http://simplycharlottemason.com/basics/started/charlotte-mason-method/

Planning Your Charlotte Mason Education http://simplycharlottemason.com/books/planning-your-charlotte-mason-education/

has a sample you can download also. I highly recommend this to put your mind at ease on planning. I too felt overwhelmed a month ago, but going thru the 5 step process to plan your year, week, and days has made me feel MUCH better and ready to go next fall!

I google search Charlotte Mason education and read all kinds of tips on how to narrate, copywork etc. I think once you start teaching also you’ll see what will best work with your child.

Just start out slow so as not to overwhelm yourselves. I’ve read to start a new school year, just start out the first week with the basics: math, read, write. Then add a subject per week (history ie.) to your schedule so you are not overwhelmed.

You want to enjoy homeschooling and not get burned out. You won’t get everything done some days and have to fit it in anther part of the day or the next day or skip it. It’s okay. :-)You don’t have to fit everything in 9 mos. You can take 12 mos if you want. You don’t have to have “school” at home. There are so many ways to homeschool as there are homeschooling families so explore what is out there and see what works best for you and your daughter so you enjoy learning together and not get stressed.

Tara

ETA I like squidoo.com for Charlotte Mason tips. 😉