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School represents a significant chapter in your child’s life, spanning 12 years where their primary goal is to learn. Tackling such a lengthy and important project should not be done haphazardly. Instead, focus on creating structure and organisation in your child’s educational environment, especially in the early years when your involvement as a teacher is most prominent. Instilling organised, methodical habits early on can set the stage for long-term success. Start With Structure At the beginning of each school year, ensure your child’s materials are prepared and easily accessible. Gather their stationery, books, and other resources, and designate a special,...

One of Charlotte Mason's most famous quotes is "Never be within doors when you can rightly be out." No matter whether your child is attending school or being educated at home, there are many ways in which you can increase the amount of outdoor time your child has. Why more outdoor time? When children are outside, they feel free. It encourages them to explore and make their own adventures. It also gets them moving, exercising their muscles and keeping their bodies and minds healthy. They get to see the world and experience all the beautiful things found in nature firsthand....