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In Vital Harmony: Charlotte Mason and the Natural Laws of Education

By: Karen Glass
Narrated by: Donna-Jean A. Breckenridge
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Charlotte Mason looked at the world and saw that it was governed by universal laws, such as the law of gravity. Then she wondered. What if there were similar laws that governed the way people learn? If we knew what those laws were, we’d be able to pursue education along the most promising lines.

She devoted her life to finding the key principles of education and then developing methods to make the most of them. The result is a comprehensive picture of living and learning that breathes life into education at every level - from babyhood to the adult years. It’s not a rote system, but a flexible set of ideas that keep education in focus.

These principles are for everyone concerned with teaching and learning. They are no more difficult to implement than the principle of gravity which allows you to walk, run, and even - when you know what you are doing - to soar.

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I've read numerous books about Charlotte Mason's ideas for education and, while many have provided excellent explanations of implementing her philosophies, none have provided such a thorough understanding of the why behind her philosophies. My only regret is that I waited so long to read this book. And now, having listened to the audio, I plan to buy a physical copy to mark up and highlight for future reference. I highly recommend In Vital Harmony to anyone interested in a Charlotte Mason education, no matter how pure or loosely implemented. It is an excellent resource!

A thorough yet simple overview of CM philosophies

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Charlotte Mason’s educational philosophy and methods are wonderful resources for homeschooling! This is a helpful resource to summarize her great writings on educational practices. Highly recommend!

Helpful Educational Philosophy & Methods for Homeschooling

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Just simple explanations of how important investing in your kids ability to grow mentally & spiritually. Helping them to become the person they are and thriving as individuals.

Such a great listen

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This was a lovely listen to the rumination of Charlotte Mason's 20 principles of education. It gave some modern clarity to timeless philosophical ideas. I am glad I purchased the book so that I may return to it when I need to reconnect with the relationships of the principles in my homeschooling journey.

a modern look at the foundational principals of education

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Karen Glass has done a wonderful thing in arranging Charlotte Mason's 20 Principles as she has. Identifying the 2 main principles and the way that the others connect to them has brought clarity to the philosophy as a whole. Donna-Jean Breckenridge's reading enhances what is already an excellent work, bringing with her superb skill of reading a personal knowledge of what she is reading.

Mason/Glass/Breckenridge succeed again

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Great introduction to the educational methods of Charlotte Mason. Karen does a grand job of taking the somewhat complex 18th century verbiage of Charlotte Mason and putting it into todays language. Helping a new or experienced person understand the ways of Charlotte Mason. Highly recommend!

Fabulous Introduction

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I grew so much through this book. Karen has truly studied Miss Mason’s works. She clearly lays bare the explanation of Charlotte Mason’s 20 principles and explains them in plain and simple language. She explains their relationship and how to apply them in our lives and homes.

Charlotte Mason’s Principles Clearly Explained

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This was so inspiring for me to read and to learn in a modern application from charlotte mason. Thank you so much to the author for bringing her principles and research together in a digestible and understandable way that I am eager to apply now. Your work is very much appreciated by this reader!!

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Helps explain and guide through the thoughts and principles of a Charlotte Mason education. Well written and very informative!

Great introduction to Charlotte Masons principles!

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So insightful and informative, great use of Miss Mason’s works and presentation.
Thanks so much

Excellent book!

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