The Children's Hour collections transport us back in time to the simplicity of evenings gathered around the fire with family for reading, stories, songs, games, and handicrafts.
Before the distractions of smart phones, television, or even radio, this communal gathering was the heartbeat of the family. It was a time to share news, engage in conversations, build traditions, and rest after a long day's work.
The Children's Hour is a seasonal collection of ideas and inspiration for modern families to reclaim the beauty and goodness of what has been lost with the advent of technology. It inspires families to engage in meaningful conversations about the arts, culture, and current events through folktales, folk song, seasonal poetry selections, and the study of a diverse set of poets, composers, and artists.
The Autumn, Winter, and Spring Collections are available as an instant download. The Summer collection is available as a PRE-ORDER and will release on June 15 You will receive an email with the download on release day.
If you order the PRINTED Children's Hour, you will receive 4 separate bound books with each seasonal issue. Prints ship two weeks after the release date.
Who is it for?
This product is designed for families with at least one child in the range of about 6-12 years old. Many families use Rooted Childhood as a supplement to their homeschool curriculum.
What's included?
Each season of The Children's Hour includes:
- inspiration and guidelines on how to create opportunities for connection in your home
- suggested chapter books to read aloud as a family
- stories to tell aloud
- seasonal poetry
- songs for family singing
- composer study with classical music suggestions and ideas for further exploration
- artist study with timeless art pieces and ideas for further exploration
- games, puzzles, and more old-fashioned entertainment
- handicrafts for children and adults along with collaborative family projects
Philosophy
Rooted Childhood is a secular resource with an emphasis on celebrating nature. You are encouraged to use the monthly collections in a way that supports and honors your family values.
The elements included in Rooted Childhood are grounded in a variety of educational and early childhood methods with a strong emphasis on the Charlotte Mason and Waldorf philosophies.
Books that have influenced this program:
Home Education Vol. 1 by Charlotte Mason
For the Children's Sake by Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne
All Year Round by Ann Druitt
Seven Times the Sun by Shea Darian
Have more questions?
Visit the detailed Frequently Asked Questions page or email Meghann at contact@rootedchildhood.com.