Living page or consider this

I just finished Consider This and really liked it. It really helped me see the “why” of education the CM way in a very easy to understand language. I found it to make me think in a good way, not telling me what to do, but truly things to consider. The chapters were not too long, it was easy for me to fit into a busy schedule. I could see reading it again from time to time.

I have not read Living Page

I finished Consider This and am trying to find the time to finish working through the Living Page.

I thought that Consider This was wonderful…it really was thought- provoking and readable. I am going to re-read it soon. I would read it before the Living Page simply because it helps you as the teacher/mentor to think through your purpose in choosing this philosophy/method of education. The whys of your goals matter – it is a way of inspiring, uplifting, and to help yourself avoid burnout. Then the Living Page can illustrate some ways to accomplish those ideals and goals of a classical education for you.

I personally am full of admiration for Charlotte Mason’s abilities and talents of making classical education obtainable for anyone. I am grateful to use her methods and read her philosophy with a deeper appreciation for her wisdom and experience as I try to more fully spread the feast for my family – with meaning and purpose.  Both Consider This and The Living Page are great ways to encourage and show us practical ways to a classical education.

In addition to Charlotte’s 6 volume set, her biography titled “The Story of Charlotte Mason” by Essex Cholmondeley is an enlightening read. Totally worth the inter-library loan. =)