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Charlotte Mason Lifestyle || Leah Boden
A Charlotte Mason podcast helping you find freedom in her philosophy. Conversations around childhood, motherhood & education.
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To a butterfly - William Wordsworth Written in the orchard, Town-end, Grasmere.
I'VE watched you now a full half-hour; Self-poised upon that yellow flower And, little Butterfly! indeed I know not if you sleep or feed. How motionless!--not frozen seas More motionless! and then What joy awaits you, when the breeze Hath found you out among the trees, And calls you forth again!
This plot of orchard-ground is ours; My trees they are, my Sister's flowers; Here rest your wings when they are weary; Here lodge as in a sanctuary! Come often to us, fear no wrong; Sit near us on the bough! We'll talk of sunshine and of song, And summer days, when we were young; Sweet childish days, that were as long As twenty days are now.
Book your conference ticket here: https://www.leahboden.com/conference Composed upon Westminster Bridge, September 3, 1802 BY WILLIAM WORDSWORTH Earth has not any thing to show more fair: Dull would he be of soul who could pass by A sight so touching in its majesty: This City now doth, like a garment, wear The beauty of the morning; silent, bare, Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie Open unto the fields, and to the sky; All bright and glittering in the smokeless air. Never did sun more beautifully steep In his first splendour, valley, rock, or hill; Ne'er saw I, never felt, a calm so deep! The river glideth at his own sweet will: Dear God! the very houses seem asleep; And all that mighty heart is lying still!
Book in to the Modern Miss Mason Conference and/or sign up to The Collective here: https://www.leahboden.com/ My Heart Leaps Up by William Wordsworth: My heart leaps up when I behold A rainbow in the sky:So was it when my life began; So is it now I am a man; So be it when I shall grow old, Or let me die!The Child is father of the Man;And I could wish my days to beBound each to each by natural piety.
Ten Ideas For Book Club Questions:Join The Collective: https://www.leahboden.com/the-collectiveBook Club Questions:1. What were your initial thoughts about the book? Did your opinion change as you kept reading?2. How would you describe the author's writing style? Did it enhance or hinder your reading experience?3. Which character did you really relate to or find the most interesting? Why?4. Any particular themes or messages that really grabbed your attention? How did the author explore them?5. What parts of the story hooked or surprised you the most? Did any plot twists totally throw you off?6. Did the book evoke any strong emotions? Which scenes or moments got you right in the feels?7. Could you picture the settings described in the book? Did the author do a good job of bringing them to life?8. Were there any quotes or lines that really spoke to you? Share your favourites and chat about what they meant to you.9. Did the pacing of the book feel right to you? Were there any parts that dragged or went too fast?10. What did you make of the ending? Did it leave you satisfied or wanting more?What would you add?
To the Daisyby William Wordsworth. With little here to do or see Of things that in the great world be, Daisy! again I talk to thee, For thou art worthy, Thou unassuming Common-place Of Nature, with that homely face, And yet with something of a grace, Which Love makes for thee! Oft on the dappled turf at ease I sit, and play with similes, Loose types of things through all degrees, Thoughts of thy raising: And many a fond and idle name I give to thee, for praise or blame, As is the humour of the game, While I am gazing. A nun demure of lowly port; Or sprightly maiden, of Love's court, In thy simplicity the sport Of all temptations; A queen in crown of rubies drest; A starveling in a scanty vest; Are all, as seems to suit thee best, Thy appellations. A little Cyclops with one eye Staring to threaten and defy, That thought comes next — and instantly The freak is over, The shape will vanish — and behold A silver shield with boss of gold, That spreads itself, some faery bold In fight to cover! I see thee glittering from afar — And then thou art a pretty star; Not quite so fair as many are In heaven above thee! Yet like a star, with glittering crest, Self-poised in air thou seem'st to rest; — May peace come never to his nest, Who shall reprove thee! Bright Flower ! for by that name at last, When all my reveries are past, I call thee, and to that cleave fast, Sweet silent creature! That breath'st with me in sun and air, Do thou, as thou art wont, repair My heart with gladness, and a share Of thy meek nature!
Today I’m replaying an awesome interview with actor, Daniel Carver, who will be joining us for the Modern Miss Mason conference on the 1st July 2023. PLEASE book your ticket and join us live in Warwickshire or via the livestream (replay will be sent to you) via this link: https://www.leahboden.com/conference
While from the purpling east departsThe star that led the dawn,Blithe Flora from her couch upstarts,For May is on the lawn.A quickening hope, a freshening glee,Foreran the expected Power,Whose first-drawn breath, from bush and tree,Shakes off that pearly shower.All Nature welcomes Her whose swayTempers the year's extremes;Who scattereth lustres o'er noon-day,Like morning's dewy gleams;While mellow warble, sprightly trill,The tremulous heart excite;And hums the balmy air to stillThe balance of delight.Time was, blest Power! when youth and maidsAt peep of dawn would rise,And wander forth, in forest gladesThy birth to solemnize.Though mute the song---to grace the riteUntouched the hawthorn bough,Thy Spirit triumphs o'er the slight;Man changes, but not Thou!Thy feathered Lieges bill and wingsIn love's disport employ;Warmed by thy influence, creeping thingsAwake to silent joy:Queen art thou still for each gay plantWhere the slim wild deer roves;And served in depths where fishes hauntTheir own mysterious groves.Cloud-piercing peak, and trackless heath,Instinctive homage pay;Nor wants the dim-lit cave a wreathTo honor thee, sweet May!Where cities fanned by thy brisk airsBehold a smokeless sky,Their puniest flower-pot-nursling daresTo open a bright eye.And if, on this thy natal morn,The pole, from which thy nameHath not departed, stands forlornOf song and dance and game;Still from the village-green a vowAspires to thee addrest,Wherever peace is on the brow,Or love within the breast.Yes! where Love nestles thou canst teachThe soul to love the more;Hearts also shall thy lessons reachThat never loved before.Stript is the haughty one of pride,The bashful freed from fear,While rising, like the ocean-tide,In flow the joyous year.Hush, feeble lyre! weak words refuseThe service to prolong!To yon exulting thrush the MuseEntrusts the imperfect song;His voice shall chant, in accents clear,Throughout the live-long day,Till the first silver star appear,The sovereignty of May.
There’s no intro this week, sorry! Thankful I’ve pre-recorded lots of these poems as I have no voice today! - Enjoy the poem, Leah x
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Join The Collective here: https://www.leahboden.com/the-collective There is a Flower, the Lesser Celandine,That shrinks, like many more, from cold and rain;And, the first moment that the sun may shine,Bright as the sun itself, 'tis out again!When hailstones have been falling, swarm on swarm,—Or blasts the green field and the trees distress'd,Oft have I seen it muffled up from harm,In close self-shelter, like a Thing at rest.But lately, one rough day, this Flower I pass'd,And recognized it, though an alter'd Form,Now standing forth an offering to the Blast,And buffeted at will by Rain and Storm.I stopp'd, and said with inly-muttered voice,"It doth not love the shower, nor seek the cold;This neither is its courage nor its choice,But its necessity in being old.The sunshine may not bless it, nor the dew;It cannot help itself in its decay;Stiff in its members, withered, changed of hue."And, in my spleen, I smiled that it was grey.To be a Prodigal's Favorite—then, worse truth,A Miser's Pensioner—behold our lot!O Man! that from thy fair and shining youthAge might but take the things Youth needed not!
To the SkylarkBY WILLIAM WORDSWORTHEthereal minstrel! pilgrim of the sky!Dost thou despise the earth where cares abound?Or, while the wings aspire, are heart and eyeBoth with thy nest upon the dewy ground?Thy nest which thou canst drop into at will,Those quivering wings composed, that music still!Leave to the nightingale her shady wood;A privacy of glorious light is thine;Whence thou dost pour upon the world a floodOf harmony, with instinct more divine;Type of the wise who soar, but never roam;True to the kindred points of Heaven and Home!
I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud BY WILLIAM WORDSWORTHI wandered lonely as a cloudThat floats on high o'er vales and hills,When all at once I saw a crowd,A host, of golden daffodils;Beside the lake, beneath the trees,Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.Continuous as the stars that shineAnd twinkle on the milky way,They stretched in never-ending lineAlong the margin of a bay:Ten thousand saw I at a glance,Tossing their heads in sprightly dance.The waves beside them danced; but theyOut-did the sparkling waves in glee:A poet could not but be gay,In such a jocund company:I gazed—and gazed—but little thoughtWhat wealth the show to me had brought:For oft, when on my couch I lieIn vacant or in pensive mood,They flash upon that inward eyeWhich is the bliss of solitude;And then my heart with pleasure fills,And dances with the daffodils.
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The Tables TurnedBY WILLIAM WORDSWORTHJoin us over on The Collective: https://www.leahboden.com/the-collective
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Written in Marchby William Wordsworth Join us over on The Collective: https://www.leahboden.com/the-collective
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“A change is as good as a holiday!” - today I’m sharing three things I do every weekend. Join The Collective: https://www.leahboden.com/the-collective
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This is part 2 of a two part series on numeracy and literacy - teaching the philosophy and practice. This recording is taken from a Modern Miss Mason workshop. Grab your conference ticket or sign up for The Collective here: https://www.leahboden.com/
I do start the podcast by referring to it as a “workshop” 😆🤦🏼♀️ This is part 1 of a two part series on numeracy and literacy - teaching the philosophy and practice. This recording is taken from a Modern Miss Mason workshop. Grab your conference ticket or sign up for The Collective here: https://www.leahboden.com/
Listen in to this vibrant conversation with mother of 6 and home educator, Rachel Kovac.The Reading Mind Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=1548604447&i=1000587098985How to read literature like a professor: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Read-Literature-Like-Professor/dp/006000942XCome and join The Collective: https://www.leahboden.com/the-collectiveRead Modern Miss Mason, the book: https://www.leahboden.com/book
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It’s a wrap - season 6 was fun but we’re taking a break for December for many reasons and we’ll be back in January as we launch the Modern Miss Mason Book - Wahoooooo! Grab your 2023 coaching call here: https://www.leahboden.com/coaching and sign up for your Modern Miss Mason Book preorder goodies here: https://forms.gle/2EHaMYdZaJesMvBZA
Today I want to introduce you to my lovely new friend, Michelle Morrow, from Australia. In this conversation you'll get a fabulous insight into the Charlotte Mason philosophy and homeschooling in general in Australia. Check out what Michelle does over at: https://myhomeschool.com/au/ The Preorder Preview page is LIVE, sign up for your goodies here: https://forms.gle/5swmFT5m9DEqeZaT8 Sign up for the Nov/Dec Modern Miss Mason Home Workshops here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/modern-miss-mason-workshops-1291329
Learning stuff can be VERY hard. We can make it harder on ourselves! How? By not understanding not just what to learn but how we learn. Dave share's some simple things he has been learning about learning– not an expert but a fellow learner. Lots we do not know about learning – but the basic science is developing all the time! We believe you will find many explicit links between education theory and the work of Charlotte Mason. In other words, Charlotte was way ahead of her time! Hopefully there will be a few AHA moments. On today's episode Dave (my husband) and I have a conversation about the bests ways to make learning stick. We talk about: Link learning, Engage the senses, Ask good questions, Repetition, and Nurturing relationships Dave's homework assignment: Google "Bloom's Taxonomy" Find Dave over at @daveboden2 Leah's Links: https://linktr.ee/leahboden - use code: 20YEARS for 20% off
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/leahboden Modern Miss Mason: Discover How Charlotte Mason's Revolutionary Ideas on Home Education Can Change How You and Your Children Learn and Grow Together. || For every mother who desires to cultivate a lasting foundation of curiosity and wonder for her children from home, whilst continuing a rich life of learning for herself.
Modern Miss Mason is your invitation into an adventure, a call to turn a corner on your already incredible journey of parenting and let Leah Boden show you the fresh face of an age-old perspective on motherhood, childhood, and education.
As a young mother and new home educator, Leah was overwhelmed by the breadth of available resources. How to know which to choose? What would best guide and inspire her children? Whose voices should she trust?
That's when she discovered the timeless work and words of Charlotte Mason. A ground-breaking and revolutionary voice in education, Charlotte breathed life and beauty back into childhood in a stiff, archaic age, opening the eyes of parent-teachers and the hearts of students--and changing the future of home education.
Let Leah Boden show you how Charlotte Mason's ideas can transform your homeschooling experience.
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find methods that you and your children can explore by learning through books, being outdoors, and through living experiences; recognise that each child is unique and discover how to plan their learning journey accordingly; and learn how to practically incorporate Charlotte's timeless philosophy into your home every day. In an overwhelming digital age that can distract and divert our attention from the past, turn back to Charlotte Mason's educational ideas that started it all--and discover what they can do for you and your family.
Today's episode is taken from a live workshop interview with home educator and writer, Amy Hughes @simplelittleamy It's raw and unedited, but it's fantastic! Sign up for the whole workshop bundle here: https://modernmissmason.thinkific.com/courses/modern-miss-mason-workshops Use Code: MMMGIFT for 25% off
Modern Miss Mason Home Nov/Dec Workshops: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/modern-miss-mason-workshops-1291329 Another Way To Learn - About the book Over the past century, the role of parents in the education of children has changed dramatically. This timely book, written by an experienced group of British home educators, is a call for parents to take back this role, a battle cry to defend our right to do so and a vision for the restoration of family within our nation. It is a handbook to equip and empower families in the daily rhythms and choices of home education. This book will inspire those who are curious and encourage those already on the journey. Packed with practical advice, it is an irresistible call to bring education right back to the heart and hearth of the family. https://www.anotherwaytolearn.co.uk/ Book website https://motheringthroughtheseasons.com/ Blog https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mended-teacups/id1451853032 Podcast
Russ is a pastor and author living in Nashville, Tennessee. His books include Rembrandt Is In The Wind (Zondervan, 2022), Struck: One Christian’s Reflections on Encountering Death (IVP, 2017), and the Retelling the Story Series, featuring The Advent of the Lamb of God (IVP, 2018). His personal mission is to communicate the truths of Scripture in accessible ways to people in process. Aside from his books, Russ has written for The Rabbit Room, She Reads Truth, The Gospel Coalition, Crossway, The Art House, Lifeway, Parenting Teens, Dec 2015, The Blazing Center, and To Write Love On Her Arms, among other blogs, podcasts, and printed media. Modern Miss Mason links: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
My guest on the podcast today is non other than the amazing, Jennifer Pepito. Jen is a generous hearted, authentic mother of 7 children who has recently released into the world, "Mothering By The Book". Tune in to our conversation today as we learn about walking away from fear, leaning into the present moment, and growing in our motherhood. If you love the podcast don't forget to click those 5 stars and leave a sparkling review, that way lots more people will find out about the Modern Miss Mason podcast 🎧 || Thanks for your support, Leah x x Raising Independent Learners Workshop: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/421868067747 https://www.leahboden.com
Today I'm in conversation with actor, Daniel Anderson (aka Daniel J Carver - stage name). Daniel recently performed with the RSC and I knew I had to ask him about his experience. Dan shares about his childhood and wanting to become an actor, he tells a brilliant story about a discouraging teacher; he shares tips on memorising and playing Shakespeare, and generally inspires us with his faith and work ethic. Daniel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniel4nderson/?hl=en-gb Modern Miss Mason Coaching: https://www.leahboden.com/coaching
Leif Bersweden is a writer, botanist and science communicator with a face-down, bottom-up approach to watching nature. He grew up in rural Wiltshire where he taught himself how to identify the local wildlife. More recently, Leif completed a genetics PhD at Kew Gardens and is the author of The Orchid Hunter (2017) and Where the Wildflowers Grow (2022). Website: https://leifbersweden.com/ Modern Miss Mason Links: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
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Anna Koska is a published author, and freelance illustrator of some 25 years, specialising in fruit, vegetables and the natural world, and to date has illustrated in excess of 100 books. As well as book illustration, Anna regularly receives commissions from chefs, authors and restauranteurs for food and botanical art.
Anna works in watercolour, pen & ink, oils and, most recently, egg tempera. Her methods may vary but the joy of her artwork is constant; each piece she creates is a celebration of the fruit, vegetable, animal or plant she has captured with her inimitable flare, which has secured her place as one of the UK’s leading natural history illustrators.
Anna's a new book, From Coast and Cove: An Artist’s Year in Paint and Pen published by Pavilion is available now.
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Today is a bonus episode - I'm chatting to Lanaya Gore and Twila Farmer who have written and illustrated the new biography for children about Charlotte Mason: Charlotte Mason, The teacher who revealed worlds of wonder. Purchase the book here: https://blueskydaisies.net/books/charlotte-mason-the-teacher-who-revealed-worlds-of-wonder/ Connect with Lanaya here: https://www.instagram.com/lanaya.gore/?hl=en-gb Twila here: https://www.instagram.com/twilajfarmer/?hl=en-gb Leah's links here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
This week I'm working from a listener topic around what to do if children are struggling to engage (or down right refusing). Let's talk about reluctant learners. All my links here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden Bless a Brit (sponsorship ticket): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-modern-miss-mason-conference-tickets-260161519107 Leave me a voice note: https://anchor.fm/modernmissmason/message
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Today I have the privilege of introducing you to Faye Morrissey, the new manager of the The Armitt Museum and Library in Ambleside, Lake District. We discuss her archaeological background, her journey into the role at The Armitt, and how she plans to celebrate and care for the legacy of Charlotte Mason. Enjoy! Please visit The Armitt here: https://www.armitt.com and consider donating (scroll to bottom of page) to support their ongoing work here: https://www.armitt.com/get-involved/||
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Cindy Rollins is a beloved returning guest of the podcast and today we discuss her reading life, how books have moulded her mothering, and how she’s sharing this via her own podcasting and writing. || All things Cindy here: https://morningtimeformoms.com || All things Leah here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Today's conversation is with the brilliant Betsy Jenkins of @homeschooling_withtheclassics || We discuss all things Charlotte Mason, their life on a lake, homeschooling all boys, Charlotte Mason for special educational needs, art study, diversity within art study...and so much more! || Links for Betsy: https://www.instagram.com/talltimbers_willowlake/ || Leah's links: https://linktr.ee/leahboden || Thank you for listening - Leah x
Lauren Hoffman (@birdsandbobbles on IG) is the real deal - I know because we’ve drank tea together in Nashville, eaten her cake, and we can talk about poetry all day. Motherhood and homeschooling brought to life her gifts and passions and she is a shining example of not shrinking back in the child rearing years, but has set to keep growing herself and be a shining example to her daughter. You’ll love this conversation, and you’ll love her. || As usual PLEASE subscribe to the podcast, click the five stars and if you can, take a few moments to leave a happy review so that others can find community here. || Lauren's Links: https://bobblesandbirds.com + https://www.instagram.com/birdsandbobbles/?hl=en || Leah's Links: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
A very happy Christmas to you my dear listeners - may you know the closeness of family, clarity of mind for this season, and the joy, love and peace of Jesus in your heart! || I’m so very grateful for each of you and have wonderful plans as we journey together in 2022. - Leah x x
“Let young people study as far as possible under one master until they have received some of this teaching and know its style." Charlotte Mason || I could think of no better guest to discuss the power of music with than author, musician and composer, Joel Clarkson. || Joel is a treasure trove of wisdom, and inspiration when it comes to making, playing and listening to good music - today we particularly talk about orchestral and classical music, which as Charlotte Mason educators, I know it’s right up your street! When we wrapped up this conversation I felt like I’d paid good money for a classical music and composition workshop, honestly I learnt so much, and I know you will too! || Hang on until the last few minutes of the interview and you’ll hear a snippet of Joel’s music which he was so generous to let me use on the podcast. Please, check out his book, his albums, his audio readings of the Green Ember series by S D Smith, and anything else he has produced or created. || If you love the podcast I’d be so grateful if you could rate, review and share the love - it really gets the word around, and it would be the perfect Christmas present! Thank you. || Joel Clarkson: https://www.joelclarkson.com || Leah's Links: https://www.leahboden.com
“One ought, every day at least, to hear a little song, read a good poem, see a fine picture, and, if it were possible, to speak a few reasonable words.” Johann Wolfgang von Goethe || Today’s interview with performance poet, David Bowden is jam packed full of story, helpful tips, inspiration and poetry recitation - you’re going to love it. || Spoken Word Gospel/David Bowden: https://www.spokengospel.com/ || Leah's Links: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
“We are all meant to be naturalists, each in his own degree, and it is inexcusable to live in a world so full of the marvels of plant and animal life and to care for none of these things.” - Charlotte Mason Today’s guest is Cornwall dwelling self shooting freelance conservation film maker, the absolutely delightful Nina Constable. I hope today's conversation sharpens your curiosity for the natural world, inspires you to look deep and further into the green spaces around you, as well as provoking you to begin those important conversations with your children about conservation. I also hope today's conversation lifts nature study off the sketch paper and watercolour pallet and enables you to view this observational life through a different lense. Let's lean in and listen to episode 2 of season 4 with Nina Constable, Life through a lens. Nina Constable: https://www.ninaconstable.co.uk Nina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninaconstablemedia/ Leah's Links: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
If you don't already know Tim and Chris Willard you are in for a treat! This fabulous pair share grace and beauty through their words and images whilst writing books, raising daughters, and home educating. Keep an eye out for Tim's new book early next year. You can follow them here: https://www.instagram.com/timothywillard & here: https://www.instagram.com/splintersong Tim's website: https://thebeautychasers.com/learn-more Sign up for the final Modern Miss Mason Workshop of 2021 on Dec 4th here (replay will be sent out to you): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/188970083607 My website: https://www.leahboden.com
Popping by to say “Hi” with stories of Lake District adventures, the dawn chorus and all things Charlotte Mason (of course 😉). Charlotte Mason Unboxed Course: Here Coaching Information: Here Conferences: Charlotte Mason Inspired: https://leahboden--theycallmeblessed.thrivecart.com/2021-charlotte-mason-inspired-conference/ Learn Free (use code: MMM2021 for 10% discount) Renew Homeschool Conference (Promo coming soon) Charlotte Mason Institute Podcast Episode: The PNEU In You - With Em Bowers Taylor Swift - The Lakes Leah's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
I’m so honoured to introduce you to the incredible mother, mentor, educator and encourager, Leslie Martino. Leslie and I chatted over zoom; she was in sunny Florida, chatting peacefully as her mother took her children for a walk, and I was in chilly Coventry hushing and ushering children into other rooms in the house, as usual. Our conversation today covers a myriad of topics from educational beginnings, through to the art of slowing down and we even throw some thoughts about moving our body in there! A feast I tell you. Here’s my conversation with Leslie Martino.
You can reach Leslie here: https://lesliemartino.com/ or on Instagram on @lesliemmartino
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Gemma Somauroo (@ourmuslimhomeschool) is a wife, homeschool mum to 4, award winning blogger, inspirer, encourager, podcaster and top notch homeschool content creator; her platform https://ourmuslimhomeschool.com delivers wisdom and experience on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook as well as through her “Launch Your Homeschool” course.
Our conversation today covers homeschool beginnings, organisation, emotional health advice as well as a general get to know Gemma, I know you’re going to love it.
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Today I have another gem for you. Alicia Hutchinson (@overatalicias) and I have been hanging around the homeschool blogosphere and then Instagram for many years. Our children are a similar age and I feel like we’ve evolved from young enthusiastic homeschoolers into mentors and mother encouragers, side by side but with a mere 3,906 miles between us. Alicia is wife to Jarrod, mum to 4 children, home educator as well as the founder and leader of the wonderful Learning Well Community ( https://www.aliciahutchinson.com )She’s always been a great inspiration and encouragement to me not only as a fellow educator but also as a thrifty homemaker and creative mum. Alicia shares from her Christian faith and reflects on her identity from the perspective of the Bible. She’s so full of wonderful ideas, wisdom and fun - I know you’re gong to treasure this conversation.
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Today’s guest is the lovely Christine Bailey and she is a wonderful example of a mother who carefully considers the atmosphere of their home. Christine is a mum to two daughters; she’s also a farmer and a writer. They have 17 acres in Santa Fe (fee), Tennessee, where they raise organic produce, flowers, bees, and chickens in a sustainable way that heals the land and grows into beautiful food. They also gather the community at long farm tables under the stars at their seasonal Kindred Dinners. Christine and her husband Steven believe life is meant to be shared in community, you can hear this through our chat today and I know you’ll be richer for engaging in our conversation.
You can connect with Christine on Instagram at @organicstine and @thekindredfarm or over on her website here: https://linktr.ee/thekindredfarm. Find ALL my links here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Today’s guest is a perfect example of a beauty seeker, and sharer. Her life and words are a great inspiration to me, and even during this conversation (and during editing) I was moved by what she said and how our conversation made me feel. Today I’m sharing my conversation with the wife, mother of two with one on the way, and writer Sarah Clarkson. Sarah is articulate, vulnerable and honest in our conversation today and I know you’re going to treasure it and why not also give these words permission to help you grow as you go into a new week.
You can reach Sarah here: https://sarahclarkson.com/ You can find all my links here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
My conversation this week is with the inspiring mother of 4 Christie Purifoy. Christie, amongst many other things, is an author, podcaster and gardener, she consistently points us to beauty through her words and photography; I’ve found her reading life and intellectual pursuits, as well as her commitment to growth (personally, and in the garden) such an inspiration and I think you will too. You can reach Christie here: https://www.christiepurifoy.com/ You can find all my links here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
In this week's conversation I’m speaking to returning guest Serena McCarthy (https://instagram.com/the_nature_of_light?igshid=17fg0ywjbdlza). Serena has a long background in theatre, direction and acting; she’s a writer, editor, pastor voracious reader (I love all her recommendations, she recently text me and said “stop what you’re doing, click onto Amazon and order “my name is Asher Lev”, so I did) and as an adult woman she chooses to continue to remember and delight in beautiful verse, words and scriptures. There’s also a special guest appearance on this episode, my dad! Paul Sheffield makes an appearance because I’ve known him all my life as someone who memorises - but not for show, but to richly feed his inner life. Listen in...
Books mentioned:
My name is Asher Lev - Chaim Potok
Verse Worth Remembering - Stanley Maxwell
Letters to a Young Poet - Rainer Maria Rilke
Janet and Allen Ahlberg books
Shower Notes (Aqua paper)
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Today, we’ll be hearing from our friend Amber O’Neal Johnston who you’ll remember from season 2. Amber was part of the Podcast Zoom LIVE in January, she’s a homeschool mum to 4 children in the US, she’s an incredible writer, encourager, advocate and speaker. And you have to check out her heritage packs; go look and shop at https://heritagemom.com/ Today she’s sharing her top 3 tips for growth in 2021. Listen in and be inspired. ALL the links to all my things can be found here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Today, our guest is Kyle Campbell. Kyle and I had a complete “meet cute” via instagram back in 2017 the night before I left for Franklin, TN, which happened to be her home town - it was so bizarre! Over the years we’ve shared our stories over dinners, cocktails, in coffee shops and in our homes with our husbands and children. She is hands down the most innovative, creative person I know and she inspires me everyday with the words and images she shares on her instagram account @suddenjourneys. Kyle is the real deal, she’s authentic, vulnerable, a thoughtful friend, has the BIGGEST heart and cooks up a storm in the kitchen which will leave you full for days!
Here’s our conversation about creativity and courage to continue... Kyle: https://kylecampbellphotos.com/gallery/suddenjourneys All my links: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
I’m so glad to be back after a long break which included Christmas, New Year and a long, difficult bout of Covid-19 😞 Today I introduce Season 3 and share an excerpt from the Podcast LIVE recording. Rachel Kovac @rachelstitchedtogether shares her three tips for growth in 2021. Don’t forget to share, click on those five stars and leave a review to help our fellow mamas find the podcast ❤️
So honoured today to invite you into this conversation with my friend and founder of the Wild + Free community, Ainsley Arment. Check out the work of W + F over on https://www.bewildandfree.org/ - Pick up a ticket for the January Podcast LIVE here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/something-to-grow-by-tickets-127163420213
It’s Advent! We’re celebrating these simple beginnings with Cindy Rollins and her beautiful book “Hallelujah”, an advent guide using the music of Handle’s Messiah. Join us for a conversation about Charlotte Mason, a literary life and advent traditions. Follow Cindy on Instagram on @cindyordoamoris and follow her writing life over on her website here: https://cindyrollins.net/ Pick up a ticket to my January Podcast LIVE “Something to grow by” here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/something-to-grow-by-tickets-127163420213
Todays conversation is about poetry and fairy tales with Northern Irish poet and storyteller Meghan Bell. Meghan’s poetry and book are available on Amazon worldwide. https://www.amazon.co.uk/M-E-Bell/e/B08KTL19PN?ref_=dbs_p_ebk_r00_abau_000000 You can follow her lyrical journey over on Instagram: https://instagram.com/meghanelisewriting?igshid=13o6v0oavmw7q
Grab your ticket for the “Something To Grow By” podcast live webinar on January 9th here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/127163420213
It was a absolute delight to interview Karen Glass, such a poignant voice into the Charlotte Mason community and she even brought a favourite poem along with her which you’ll hear at the end of the podcast. Please go across to http://www.karenglass.net/ and find out more about her books, research and desire to keep us all learning. Truly a kindred spirit. As ever you can find ALL the links to ALL my things (including Charlotte Mason Unboxed, Code: NOV20) over here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
I’m so honoured to share this lively conversation I had a few weeks ago with PNEU (Parents National Educational Union)graduate Dr. Susie Nyman. Susie is an incredible teacher and leader, expert and sought after voice in SEN and Multisensory Teaching and all round joyful human! Find her books here:
Eastap, L. et al. (2018). Dyslexia Friendly Schools Good Practice Guide - 2nd Edition. British Dyslexia Association. https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/shop/books/dyslexia-friendly-schools-good-practice-guide-2nd-edition
Nyman, S. (2019). The Multi-sensory Teaching Toolkit. Chichester: Oaka Books: https://www.oakabooks.co.uk/products/dr-susie-nymans-multi-sensory-teaching-toollkit
Nyman, S. (2020). How to become a Grade Riser. Chichester: Oaka Books: https://www.oakabooks.co.uk/collections/revision-extras/products/how-to-be-a-grade-riser-by-dr-susie-nyman-teacher-must-have
Excited for you to listen in to my conversation with beautiful legend, Sally Clarkson. Sally is a podcaster, speaker, conference host, prolific author as well as a wife, mother and grandmother. She speaks with wisdom and grace into motherhood and education, and I’m honoured to call her friend. Check out Sally on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/sally.clarkson?igshid=ann13bz4wwm9 and her most recent book “Awaking Wonder”; it’s a beautiful insight into her homeschooling journey. Find ALL the links to ALL my things here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Pull up a chair, pour a cuppa and join Amber and I in a beautifully rich conversation about Charlotte Mason, educational freedom, diversity and hope for the future. Amber speaks, writes, and shares her observations on her blog on home education, culture, books, global travel, and more, and when asked about her path she likes to smile and say, “In my house, Charlotte Mason has an afro.” Find her incredible posts and resources here: https://heritagemom.com/ - Find ALL the links to ALL my things here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
This week we’ve got Charlotte Mason gold alongside some classic homeschooling straight talk with the one and only Julie Bogart. Join us for a rich, funny and invigorating conversation to get your week started right! You can reach Julie here: https://linkinprofile.com/juliebravewriter . You can find ALL the links to ALL my things, including my newsletter here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Today’s podcast is an enlivening conversation with the wise and wonderful Dr. Carroll Smith of the Charlotte Mason Institute. Dr. Carroll’s knowledge of Mason and his connections within the community go back to the early 80’s - so, so interesting! You can find out more about the institute here: https://charlottemasoninstitute.org/ You can find ALL the links to ALL my things here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Today Eloise @mightymother_ and I deep dive into Charlotte Mason in the early years, encouragement for mothers, the atmosphere of the home and how she wrote a book in two weeks during the UK Covid-19 lock down! You can find out all about her content, courses and coaching here: https://fridabemighty.com/about/ || ALL my links to all my things are here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
In this weeks episode I get to interview my husband Dave Boden (aka Modern Mr. Mason) about his work in education and the principles of a growth mindset. We discuss Mason’s notion of education being a place of growth as well as the continuous place of growth for mothers. You can find out more about Dave’s work with Grace Foundation here: http://www.Grace-foundation.org.Uk and here: https://www.facebook.com/gracefoundationcharity || ALL the links to all my things including coaching and the Charlotte Mason Unboxed course can be found here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Em Bowers is an inspiring enthusiast of the work of the PNEU; she’s part of the team leading the Charlotte Mason community in the UK whilst home educating her youngest two sons. You’ll find her on Instagram @simplesmallslow || You can find all the links to all my things here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
This week I introduce you to my long-time friend and theatre expert Serena McCarthy. Serena has read, studied, taught, directed and acted in Shakespeare productions since her teen years and takes some time today to share her experiences and helps guide us in reading, memorising and teaching Shakespeare to our children. You can find Serena occasionally blogging over at: http://majesticandmystical.blogspot.com/?m=0 and sharing on her Instagram @the_nature_of_light || You can find links to ALL my things: https://linktr.ee/leahboden - Thanks for listening, Leah x
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ALL the links to all my things (Including the Charlotte Mason Unboxed course) here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
ALL the links to all my things (Including the Charlotte Mason Unboxed course) here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
ALL the links to all my things (Including the Charlotte Mason Unboxed course) here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
ALL the links to all my things (Including the Charlotte Mason Unboxed course) here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Today’s poetry reading is by Diana Edwin|| ALL the links to all my things here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Today’s poetry reading is by Greta Eskridge, author of “Adventuring Together” || ALL the links to all my things here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Today’s poetry reading is by Lynn Seddon of Exploring Nature With Children || ALL the links to all my things here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
It starts with me || Leahboden.com || ALL the links to all my things: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
We’re wrapping up this season with an epic, fabulous conversation plus Q & A with mother, creative and Charlotte Mason enthusiast Richele Baburina about maths! Here are a few places you can find her. Shop for maths resources over at https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/the-charlotte-mason-elementary-arithmetic-series/ and brush drawing resources over on https://www.twentytwentypress.com/ - http://charlottemasonpoetry.org/ - IG: @rbaburina || ALL the links to ALL my things are here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden and don’t forget to use the code DEAL20 for 20% off the Charlotte Mason Unboxed course (limited numbers for a limited time). Enjoy - Leah
Hop on the imagination bus with my fabulous friend Elsie Iudicello and I as we explore how the Charlotte Mason philosophy expounds this important part of child development and education. Find Elsie over at @farmhouseschoolhouse on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/farmhouse_schoolhouse/?hl=en ) || ALL my links to all my things are here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
We take an alternate route down a Waldorf pedagogy today and talk with Rachel Kovac (@rachelstitchedtogether) about handicrafts. Rachel is so beautifully inspiring and practical - she truly brings this habit and rhythm to life through this conversation. Rachel has a course hosted by Wild + Free called “The Music of Mozart” which includes handicrafts, poetry, stories and much more - check it out here: https://www.bewildandfree.org/mozart. Find her on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/rachelstitchedtogether?igshid=1l97b1pp7ya8o || All the links to ALL my things here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Today we take a step back into history with my friend Hilda (@harthandhome); veteran CM home educator, reader, history reenactor, nature explorer and curator of beauty! We discuss books, timelines and living history fun (costumes not included 😉). You can find Hilda over on Instagram sharing her wisdom and selling books - go check out her @promiselivinglibrary page 👌 ALL my links to all my things are here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden || Enjoy the show!
A deep dive into the place of poetry in our lives and education with homeschool graduate Joy Clarkson (@joynessthebrave). Joy is the daughter of well known author, speaker and mentor to many, Sally Clarkson. Joy is a PHD student at St. Andrews, Scotland and is reading theology. Join us for a rich conversation to thrill the heart and equip your homeschool. https://joyclarkson.com/ || All the links to all my things: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Amy Hughes and I discuss how Charlotte Mason’s philosophy inspired not only her home educating but also her journey towards gentle parenting. You can find Amy on Instagram (@simplelittleamy) or over on her blog (simplelittlelifeblog.wordpress.com). All my links to all the things are here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
Building on the foundation of nature study with fellow UK Charlotte Mason mama Diana Edwin (@solent_charlotte_mason_uk). With Diana’s engineering background and her passion for STEM subjects she guides us in books choices , journaling, narration and the gentle continuation of scientific study within the Charlotte Mason philosophy. All the links to all the things here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden - please message Diana via Instagram for the book titles she recommends. Online conference I mention: https://www.learnfree.org.uk/
So excited to introduce you to my fabulous friend Greta (@maandpamodern) - we talk all things books...including the one she’s about to launch into the world! Find Greta’s resources here: http://www.gretaeskridge.com/ and the links to all my things here: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
A deep dive into the meaning of the “feast of education”. I’m joined by Kyle Campbell of @suddenjourneys (Instagram) who adds a beautiful sound bite speaking on the subject of grazing boards with my response on how they relate to our understanding and implementation of the feast of education. Poem read by Sienna Boden. All the links to all the things: https://linktr.ee/leahboden
This week I’m interviewing one of my all time favourite people, Lynn Seddon! We talk about nature study in lock down and Lynn’s lovely mother culture rhythms. The reading is from Volume 1, “Home Education” and Sienna Boden is reciting “Happy Thoughts” by Robert Louis Stevenson. All the links to all the things: https://linktr.ee/leahboden || IG: @Leahvboden @modernmissmason
In this episode we explore the length and depths of Charlotte Mason’s 6 volumes; how to read them and not feel overwhelmed along with ten top tips for study. The poem recited is “Of Isolation” by Charlotte Mason taken from “The saviour of the world” volume 1.