Glossary
Charlotte Mason method
The Charlotte Mason method is an approach based on the ideas of the British teacher and writer Charlotte Mason, built around living books, narration, short lessons and time outdoors.
Mason, who lived from 1842 to 1923, favored well-written books by authors who love their subject over textbooks, and asked children to tell back what they read (narration) instead of answering worksheet questions. Lessons are short and varied, with nature study, art and music study, and attention to habits.
For the record you keep
Narrations, nature journal pages and a list of books read make strong, dated work samples for a portfolio.
One record for any method
Lessons, the learning log and work samples all count toward attendance, hours and the year-end packet.