CMP Review 2026-06-16

June 16, 2026

If you’ve listened to the Charlotte Mason Poetry podcast for a while, you’ve probably heard Kathy Dlugolonski’s voice. She’s recorded more than ten vintage Parents’ Review articles for us, covering topics such as nature study, art, and character training. But in addition to reading writings by Charlotte Mason and the PNEU, she’s also done a lot of original work herself.

Some of Kathy’s work was prompted not so much by interest as by necessity. Early in her homeschooling journey, she was drawn to many of the ideals of a Charlotte Mason education. She had images in her mind of the atmosphere and life that her family could experience. But it was not to be.

When Kathy realized that her children were blessed with special needs, she had to rethink her relationship with Charlotte Mason. Thankfully, her inspiring journey led her not farther from but closer to Miss Mason. She found that a Charlotte Mason feast was actually the best thing for her children with special needs.

I’m so thankful that Kathy has written out her story and her research to share with all of us. Now we can all hear Kathy reading not only voices from the last century, but a voice from today — her own. Read or listen to her helpful and inspiring article here.

@artmiddlekauff