Conference Chats- Crafting a Mother's Education Booklist

What should a mother's education booklist include?In this special Conference Chats episode, Elise Thompson sits down with Beth Howard, Sarah Logsdon, and Rachel Byrd to discuss one of the most important parts of a Charlotte Mason education: the mother's own reading life. Together, they explore how books continue to shape us as women, wives, mothers, and home educators, and why our learning matters just as much as our children's.During this conversation, you'll hear:• Why mothers need their own educational journey• How reading influences the atmosphere of the home• The role community plays in discovering meaningful books• Categories every mother may want to consider when building a personal booklist• Favorite fiction, nonfiction, and "armchair reads" the panelists are currently enjoying• Encouragement for mothers in every season, including those who feel like they don't have time to readThis episode also serves as a preview of the "Crafting a Mother's Education Booklist" session at the 2026 Charlotte Mason Enrichment Conference. During the conference, Beth, Sarah, and Rachel will guide attendees through a highly interactive discussion designed to help mothers discover new books, connect with fellow readers, and create a personalized reading plan for their current season of life.Whether you're an avid reader or simply hoping to rekindle your love of books, this conversation will encourage you to continue learning, growing, and delighting in living ideas.Learn more about the Charlotte Mason Enrichment Conference:charlottemasonenrichment.com/conferenceRemember, as Charlotte Mason said, "The only true education is self-education."