Here are the benefits your student will miss if you skip the science labs in upper level science courses. Why Your Student Needs Science Labs originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

With its emphasis on a habit of attention, does Charlotte Mason work for homeschooling with ADHD? Charlotte Mason Homeschooling with ADHD originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Reminding a child after you've told her what to do will set up a habit of waiting for you to remind her! Here's what to do instead. Why Reminding Your Child Doesn’t Work originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Charlotte Mason told us to read a lesson or give a directive only once. Is this unrealistic? Is it ever okay to repeat yourself? Don’t Repeat Yourself originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Is education for the future, or does it benefit your child right now? Education Is a Life Now originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Richele Baburina tried Charlotte Mason's personal schedule for 30 days. She and Sonya chat about what she learned from the experience. Following Charlotte Mason’s Personal Schedule for 30 Days originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya shares five tips from Charlotte Mason that will help you make sure your Christmas break is a smooth one. 5 Tips for a Smooth Christmas Break originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Amber O'Neal Johnston joins Sonya to talk about bringing your family's heritage to the holidays. Including Your Heritage During the Holidays originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Laura Pitney joins Sonya to talk about how we can nourish our children's hearts during the holidays. Creating a Nourishing Holiday Atmosphere originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Richele joins Sonya to share how older students can expand on picture study to go deeper into art appreciation. How to Expand on Picture Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

It's something we homeschoolers think about especially around the holidays: How are we going to explain Charlotte Mason to our relatives? How to Explain Charlotte Mason to your Relatives originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Karen Smith joins Sonya to talk about her favorite tools for nature study. Favorite Nature Study Tools originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here are some tips for using the wonderful Charlotte Mason method of narration when you have multiple children. Tips for Narration with Multiple Children originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

The transition from oral to written narration can be tricky to navigate. Here are some tips for how to start written narration, when to do it, and how to smooth the way. How to Start Written Narration originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Narration is more than just telling back what you heard! Here are four types of narration and how this brilliant method grows with your child. How Charlotte Mason Narration Grows With Your Child originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

One of the keys to success with Charlotte Mason narration is how much you're reading beforehand. How Much To Read Before Asking for a Narration originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here's how to set your child up for success when you ask for a narration after a homeschool lesson. 5 Steps to Successful Narration originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Why should we do narration instead of traditional assessment methods like fill-in-the-blank or multiple choice? Here are three reasons why narration is a better way. 3 Reasons You Should Use Charlotte Mason Narration originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Richele Baburina guides you through teaching multiplication tables in a Charlotte Mason math lesson. The Charlotte Mason Way to Teach Multiplication Tables originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

With Charlotte Mason methods, even high school students can be finished each day in just four hours! But is that enough time to earn required high school credit? Is 4 Hours a Day Enough for High School? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Ever wonder why Charlotte Mason lessons are short? Here's a look at six ways short lessons benefit your student. 6 Benefits of Short Lessons originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

We often get asked, "Why should we study insects and bugs? Karen Smith joins Sonya to explain what you're missing when you skip over this fascinating part of God's creation. Why Should We Study Insects? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here's what you can do to set yourself up for a great homeschool year. How to Have a Great Homeschool Year originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Richele joins Sonya to talk about how mental math helps your child form good habits and review math concepts — but without the drudgery of drill worksheets! Mental Math in the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

How would your homeschool be different if your child put forth best effort for everything? Here are three ways you can work to instill this good habit. 3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Best Effort originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

A habit of truthfulness is important to instill in your child from a young age. Here are three ways you can work on this important habit. 3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Truthfulness originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

The habit of obedience is a foundational good habit that every child needs. Here are five ways you can work on it in your home. 5 Ways to Work on the Habit of Obedience originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

The habit of attention can change your homeschool! Here are three ways to work on this foundational habit. 3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Attention originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Good habits are a big part of a Charlotte Mason homeschool. Here's how you can intentionally include good habits in your schedule. How to Include Good Habits in Your Homeschool Schedule originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

When you have homeschool co-op once a week, how can you schedule a Charlotte Mason education to make sure you're still getting everything done? How to Schedule Charlotte Mason Lessons with a Weekly Co-op originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Richele Baburina, mother of a dyslexic learner, joins Sonya to discuss how the Charlotte Mason approach works wonderfully for a student who learns in a unique way. Does Charlotte Mason Work for a Dyslexic Child? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here's how high school looks the Charlotte Mason way, and how it sets your student up for success in adult life. What Charlotte Mason High School Looks Like originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here's how the Charlotte Mason approach to homeschooling effectively bridges the gap between elementary school and high school, setting your student up for success all along the way. What Charlotte Mason Middle School Looks Like originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

The Charlotte Mason Method of homeschooling gives elementary children plenty of opportunities to grow and explore as they learn about a wide variety of subjects. What Charlotte Mason Elementary School Looks Like originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Charlotte Mason homeschooling is incredibly effective for a preschool child. Here's an overview of what to focus on and what to expect as you homeschool your preschooler the Charlotte Mason way. What Charlotte Mason Preschool Looks Like originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

In a Charlotte Mason math lesson, the parent is like a guide who helps the child along. Richele joins Sonya to explain how you can guide your child to a firm understanding of math. How the Parent Guides a Charlotte Mason Math Lesson originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

If you're already doing family devotions, why should you also add Bible lessons to your schedule? Sonya shares some great reasons to give your children both. The Difference Between Bible Lessons and Family Devotions originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Four ways to know you've had a good homeschool year as you evaluate the end of a school year and look forward to the next. Did You Have a Good Homeschool Year? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Enrichment subjects are a wonderful way to add beauty to your homeschool day. Here are eight reasons you shouldn't skip them. 8 Reasons to Include Enrichment Subjects in Your Homeschool Schedule originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Are you doing enough nature study? You might already be doing more than you think. Am I Doing Enough Nature Study? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Can't get outside because of the weather? Not much nature around you? Here are 20 ways you can bring the nature indoors. 20 Ideas for Indoor Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Nature is beautiful, but sometimes it can be dangerous. How can you protect yourself? Karen Smith provides reassurance and some strategies for staying safe. Staying Safe in Nature originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Do you have a child who loves to run and shout? How can you teach that child to respect others and not scare away the nature when you're outside? Respecting Others While Doing Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Does a blank nature journal intimidate you? Do you wonder when you should have your child record his findings? Karen and Sonya answer your questions nature journals. What to Put in a Nature Journal originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Find out what the difference is between science lessons and nature study, and how to balance the two in a Charlotte Mason homeschool. How to Balance Science Lessons with Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

The preschool and Kindergarten years are a perfect time to cultivate a child's natural love for God's creation outdoors! How to Do Nature Study with Preschoolers originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here's how you can get started with Charlotte Mason nature study without overwhelming yourself or your children. How Can I Get Started with Nature Study? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

What's the best way to encourage your child's interest in nature study? Sonya and Karen share some ideas to help you. How to Encourage Interest in Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Learn how a Charlotte Mason approach to math breathes life into lessons and keeps things interesting. The Life of the Math Lesson originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here's what we can learn from Charlotte Mason's class schedules to help us create our own homeschool plans. 3 Principles from Charlotte Mason’s Schedules originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya is joined by Sarah from Read-Aloud Revival to talk about how you can spot a great picture book to read to your little ones. How to Spot a Great Picture Book originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sarah Mackenzie of Read-Aloud Revival joins Sonya to discuss tweaking narration when your child has special needs or special challenges. Narration with Special Challenges originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

You'll be surprised at just how many good habits you can form in your child with a well-taught math lesson! The Discipline of Good Habits in the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

What should you do if your child wants to read twaddle? Sonya and Laura share some ideas for steering your child toward the good stuff. Help! My Child Wants to Read Twaddle! originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

The story of Charlotte Mason, how she revolutionized education, and how her legacy impacts homeschooling today. Who Was Charlotte Mason? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Join Sonya and Karen for a conversation about how you can prepare children for adult life through chores, and what chores are appropriate for which ages. How Chores Prepare Children for Life originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Charlotte Mason believed in the potential of every human person. And she summed up that belief in eight words. 8 Words That Make All the Difference originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya shares five books recommendations—one is FREE—that will help you grow in your role as a Charlotte Mason homeschool parent. 5 Books to Help You Grow as a Charlotte Mason Homeschool Parent originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya shares a meditation on Isaiah 9:6 to encourage you all year to trust in our good Father. A Christmas Meditation originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

You can learn to add illustrations to your nature journal! Richele Baburina joins Sonya with some practical tips that will inspire you to get started. How to Grow in Nature Journaling originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Can you keep a nature journal if you are not artistic? Sonya and Karen are self-proclaimed not artistic people, and they have some ideas for you. Can You Nature Journal If You’re Not Artistic? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Richele shares how Charlotte Mason math lessons help you retain a child's happy relationship with math—and a healthy relationship between you and your child. The Atmosphere of the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Richele Baburina joins Sonya for an overview of Charlotte Mason math lessons. Getting Started with Charlotte Mason Math originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya answers questions about how to know when you're pressuring a child too much, and how to know when it's time to move on to a new habit. Habits Q & A: Avoiding Pressuring a Child; When to Move on to a New Habit originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here are five things to think about when preparing a Charlotte Mason lesson. How to Prepare a Charlotte Mason Lesson originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

What is your role as the teacher in a Charlotte Mason homeschool? Here are four things you're responsible to do for your child. 4 Roles of a Charlotte Mason Teacher originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya is joined by Laura Pitney for an encouraging conversation about having patience as our children grow step by step. Patience for the Homeschool Journey originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

What can you do to establish good habits in the toddler and preschool years? Habits Q & A: Habit Training with Young Children originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

How did Charlotte herself define twaddle, and what was she warning us about? What Is Twaddle? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Does the Charlotte Mason method provide enough challenge or rigor as children get older? Amber O'Neal Johnston joins Sonya for an encouraging conversation. Is Charlotte Mason Enough for Older Students? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

When you understand the difference between word memory and mind memory, it can revolutionize your home school. What Makes Learning Stick? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

What do you do when an outside influence or a busy schedule threatens to sabotage your habit-training efforts? Habits Q & A: Bad Influences and Busy Schedules originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here are 10 things Charlotte Mason would model for you and inspire you to do if she were your life coach. If Charlotte Mason Were Your Life Coach originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

A look at the types of bird feeders you can use to attract birds to your backyard for nature study. Nature Study with Bird Feeders originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here are three tips to help you have a successful year homeschooling the Charlotte Mason way. 3 Tips for a Successful Charlotte Mason Homeschool Year originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya answers questions about how to help a timid child gain confidence and how to keep up with good habits while you're moving. Habits Q & A: Helping a Timid Child and Habits While Moving originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya and Laura talk about how to balance pushing through with willpower and giving yourself grace. Balancing Willpower with Grace originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Your child has turned six and you're ready to start homeschooling first grade the Charlotte Mason way. How do you start formal lessons? How to Ease into Formal Lessons in First Grade originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Charlotte Mason believed that worship was a part of our whole life, not just formal Bible studies. Worship: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Karen Smith joins Sonya to share four steps to great nature study. 4 Steps to Great Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya shares some practical tips for breaking a bad habit the Charlotte Mason way. Habits Q & A: How to Break a Bad Habit originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

How the Simply Charlotte Mason history curriculum gives students a global perspective and helps them learn to be good neighbors. History Streams in the Simply Charlotte Mason History Curriculum originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

As a person, your child has one chief responsibility. Responsibility: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya is joined by Karen Smith to talk about how we can introduce science concepts to our preschoolers the Charlotte Mason way. Charlotte Mason Science for Preschoolers originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

How the parent’s character affects habit training and how Mom can keep a sweet, even temper. Habits Q & A: Parent’s Character; Maintaining a Sweet, Even Temper originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Ever wonder if you are doing enough in your home school? Sonya has some encouragement for you. How to Know You Are Doing Enough in Your Home School originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

How do you teach logic and reasoning in a Charlotte Mason home school? Reason: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Laura Pitney joins Sonya to talk about how to approach summer break without losing all your momentum. Don’t Break Your Home School During Summer Break originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya explains the key to helping children learn to make good choices. Habits Q & A: Training the Will originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

What did Charlotte Mason say about learning to be content? You may be surprised! Learning to Be Content originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

We need to teach our children the difference between “I want” and “I will.” Will: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

What changes do you need to make as your child reaches the high school years? Charlotte Mason High School Students: What to Expect originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

How can you start habit training with an older child? How do you help a child who tends to think negatively? Habits Q & A: Starting with Older Children; Dealing with Negativity originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Karen Smith joins Sonya to talk about ways you can do a long-term nature study. Long-Term Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

If you want to give your child an education that views him as a whole person, you need to focus on both academics and character, self-education and self-direction. Self-Direction: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sometimes homeschooling just doesn't seem to work. Sonya is joined by Amber O'Neal Johnston to discuss what to do when you or your children are struggling with a Charlotte Mason method. What to Do When Charlotte Mason Methods Don’t Work originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

What’s the best way to approach habit training with multiple children in the family? Habits Q & A: Habits with Multiple Children originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here's a simple way you can encourage the habit of attention in every lesson. Attention: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

You can make adjustments to your homeschool curriculum. You have permission. Teach the Child originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

How do you cultivate good habits but also a flexible mind-set in an autistic child? How do you focus on only one habit with several children? Habits Q & A: Special Needs; One at a Time originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

What three words would you use to describe the Charlotte Mason approach? Here's how Charlotte described it. Charlotte Mason in Three Words originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

There's a difference between knowledge and information. Knowledge: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya is joined by Karen Smith for an overview of how to teach science the Charlotte Mason way all through the grades. Science through the Grades originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here are four steps to help you come up with effective consequences. Habits Q & A: Consequences originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here are some ideas for how you can incorporate Charlotte Mason’s philosophy and methods into your home even if you are not homeschooling. Charlotte Mason When You Don’t Homeschool originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya discusses three hallmarks of a good curriculum. Generous, Variety, Literary: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya talks with Karen Smith about how she organizes her large home library. Organizing a Large Home Library originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya begins a new series answering questions about habit training. Habits Q & A: Introduction to Habit Training originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya chats with Amber O'Neal Johnston about why it's important to pre-read and strategies for staying ahead. Pre-Reading Your Students’ Books originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya and Laura discuss how they organize their home libraries. Organizing Your Home Library originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

There’s a big difference between recognizing someone and having a relationship with the person. Relations: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya is joined by Ginger Hubbard and Katy Morgan to talk about six mistakes parents can make when they're trying to cultivate a habit of obedience. 6 Discipline Mistakes Parents Make originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Homeschooling the Charlotte Mason way is a skill that can be learned. Like Riding a Bike originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya is joined by Karen Smith to talk about overcoming some common nature study obstacles. Nature Study Obstacles originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Ideas are like seeds that grow and bear fruit in your child’s life. Ideas: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Amber O'Neal Johnston joins Sonya to discuss what you should think about before you change curriculum. Before You Switch Curriculum originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here's how to take a trip to Europe through some great living books. Favorite Living Books about Europe originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here is an idea that our children need to hear often, perhaps especially around the holidays. You Are Much More Than a Number originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Who’s doing the most work in your home school: the teacher or the student? Self-Education: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Are we killing the love of learning in our children by requiring them to put forth their best effort? Your Questions Answered: Does Best Effort Kill Love of Learning? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya shares her favorite living books about North America. Favorite Living Books about North America originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya chats with Karen Smith about how we can expand our nature study by using all our senses. Using All Your Senses in Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

There's a big difference between exercising the mind and feeding the mind. Nourishment: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya chats with author Ginger Hubbard and podcast host Katy Morgan about parenting and how we can help our children (and ourselves) grow. I Can’t Believe You Just Said That originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya shares some great living books about the continent of Asia. Favorite Living Books About Asia originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Let's talk about what it means when we say that education is a life. Life: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

How do you deal with a nature fear? Karen Smith and Laura Pitney join Sonya to discuss this question. Nature Study — But I’m Afraid of Nature! originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here’s the secret to getting through your lessons without needing big breaks. Planning and scheduling your homeschool studies involve several steps. Five steps, really. First, you start with the big […] The Secret to Planning Your Homeschool Day originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya shares some of her favorite living books to help your children learn about the people who live on the continent of Africa. Favorite Living Books about Africa originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya chats with Laura Pitney about how teaching in a co-op setting differs from teaching in your home school, and how you can make the most of your co-op teaching time. Teaching in a Charlotte Mason Co-op originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Don't have a Charlotte Mason co-op near you? Here are some ideas for starting one. Starting a Charlotte Mason Co-op originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

You don't have to be perfect to work on good habits with your children, you just need to be intentional. Discipline: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Karen Smith shares some of her favorite living science books for grades 4–6. Favorite Living Science Books for Grades 4–6 originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya chats with Laura about why so many homeschoolers love Charlotte Mason co-ops. The Excitement of a Charlotte Mason Co-op originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Your child will learn a lot from having natural, first-hand experiences with the people and things in your home. Atmosphere: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya chats with Amber O'Neal Johnston about how homeschool communities can enhance and support what you're doing at home. Homeschool Communities originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Karen Smith shares some of her favorite living science books for grades 1–3 that will give your child a gentle introduction to the wonders of God's Creation. Favorite Living Science Books for Grades 1–3 originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya chats with Laura about how to stay organized at the end of the school year. End-of-School-Year Organizing Ideas originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Think of education like a three-legged stool. You need all three legs to stay balanced. Balance: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya chats with Karen Smith about some things to look for when you do nature study in the summer. Nature Study in the Summer originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here are some of my favorite books for learning about the cultures of South and Central America. Favorite Living Books about South and Central America originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Trying to homeschool while moving into a new house? Laura has some great encouragement for you. Moving While Homeschooling originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

We often talk about "respect the child as a person." Here's what it looks like. Respect: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya and Amber O'Neal Johnston discuss how to balance homeschooling and working from home. Homeschooling and Working from Home originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya shares her favorite living books about the Middle East. Favorite Living Books about the Middle East originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya and Laura take a look at three key areas that need to be organized to keep your home school functioning smoothly. 3 Keys to Organizing Your Home School originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Charlotte Mason had a very balanced view of authority and obedience. Let’s talk about it. We have begun a tour, looking at the core values that Charlotte Mason educators hold […] Authority and Obedience: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya is joined by Amber O'Neal Johnston to talk about learning as you go while homeschooling the Charlotte Mason way. Learning As You Homeschool with Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Is there a place for fun activities in a Charlotte Mason education? Your Questions Answered: The Place of Fun in a Charlotte Mason Education originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

The main message for today is “Don’t lose hope.” We have embarked on a tour of the ideas and values that form the core of a Charlotte Mason education. When […] Possibilities: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Let's look at ten ways a Charlotte Mason education can prepare a student for success in a STEM field. 10 Ways a Charlotte Mason Education Prepares a Student for a STEM Career originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya discusses how the current STEM emphasis aligns, or doesn't align, with a Charlotte Mason education. STEM and a Charlotte Mason Education originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Recently I shared my favorite living books for teaching Bible. Today I want to expand on that topic and share with you more great resources for teaching Bible. These are […] More Great Resources for Teaching Bible originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya and Laura share some ideas for what to do when your child says that school is pointless. Your Questions Answered: When School Seems Pointless originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

What do you see when you look at your child? Here’s what Charlotte Mason would like you to see. Charlotte Mason created a list of 20 core values, 20 key […] Personhood: Core Values of Charlotte Mason originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

When we think about homeschooling, we often limit it to what we do within our four walls, or at least within our community. But what better way is there to […] Worldschooling originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

In previous posts I have shared my favorite books for teaching history, and many of you said you appreciate those book reviews and would like more recommendations covering other subjects […] Favorite Living Books for Teaching Bible originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Have you ever told your child, "Let's just get through this" schoolwork? Sonya and Laura discuss positive ways to approach that situation. Your Questions Answered: Let’s Just Get Through This originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

A friend of mine made a statement recently that stopped me in my tracks. She was explaining how in the past she hadn’t felt confident deviating from a recommended book […] Core Values of Charlotte Mason: Introduction originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

It seems like one of the hardest concepts to wrap your head around when you’re homeschooling with the Charlotte Mason Method is the concept of living ideas versus dry facts. […] What a Living Book Sounds Like originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Today we’re wrapping up our favorite history books series. We’ve covered five history time periods so far: Middle Ages and Renaissance, Early Modern, Modern Times, Ancient Egypt, and Ancient Greece. […] Favorite Living History Books on Ancient Rome originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya and Laura talk about some adjustments they've made in their home schools and share encouragement for readjusting your plans. Making Midyear Adjustments in Your Home School originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

This time of year, as we celebrate the birth of Jesus and look toward the unknown future of the coming year, we can find comfort and confidence in the truth […] God With Us originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

In the last post, we looked at how books can help our children form relations with themselves, and we talked about those books as mirrors. Today, we want to expand […] Books as Windows originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

The books that we give to our children help them form relations, those important relations that Charlotte Mason talked about so much, relating with God, relating with the universe around […] Books as Mirrors originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

One of the great things about doing Charlotte Mason nature study is that you don’t have to have a bunch of expensive equipment. Just grab your journal and go outside. […] Binoculars in Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Great living history books for studying Ancient Greece the Charlotte Mason way. Favorite Living History Books on Ancient Greece originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Are you looking for ways to create a more Charlotte Mason atmosphere in your home? Today we want to address a great question, and here to join me are Jenn […] Your Questions Answered: Your Home School Space originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Charlotte Mason used a wonderfully unique and effective method for teaching conversational foreign languages. It’s called a Series Approach, and I’m going to walk you through how to do it. […] How to Teach Foreign Language originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Has it ever happened to you that you ask your child, “What did you see outside today?” and that child says, “A bird,” and you try to get more information, […] Help Your Child Learn to Observe More Closely originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

I really enjoy sharing my favorite living books with you. It’s like introducing delightful old friends that I know will help and support you along your homeschool journey. Today I […] Favorite Living History Books on Ancient Egypt originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya and Laura share encouragement and ideas for dealing with homeschool burnout. Your Questions Answered: When You Want to Quit Homeschooling originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

I’m going to venture to say that most of us did not grow up with Shakespeare as a regular part of our education. In my school years, I had only […] How to Teach Shakespeare originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Today we want to dive into a few questions that we’ve received from different home educating parents who have questions about Charlotte Mason’s method of dictation. If you’re not familiar […] Your Questions Answered: Questions about Dictation originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

On my bookshelf I have a copy of a book from the early 1900s that was used in Charlotte Mason’s schools. Many books like this contain an introduction full of […] Hints to Teachers originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Today, we want to tackle a fun topic: school supplies for a Charlotte Mason education. We already talked about what we consider back-to-school essentials for the mom, and those are […] Your Questions Answered: Favorite School Supplies for a Charlotte Mason Home School originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Today we want to discuss how Charlotte Mason taught English grammar. Grammar analyzes the system and the structure of a language. That’s a heavy concept that requires abstract thinking, so […] How to Teach Grammar originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Today we want to discuss a mind-set that could be robbing you of some of the richness involved in nature study the Charlotte Mason way. We want to talk about […] Nature Study: Not Just a Checklist originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Some of you have asked about notebooking and whether that is a Charlotte Mason method. It’s a good question, and the answer all depends on what you’re thinking of when […] Charlotte Mason Notebooking originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

What should you do when your child doesn't like a certain school subject? Sonya and Laura discuss ways to approach this in your home school. What to Do If Your Child Doesn’t Like a School Subject originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

I want to introduce to you a wonderful tool that Charlotte Mason used to help her students see where everything fit in history. It’s called a Book of Centuries. What […] How to Do a Book of Centuries originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Imagine a scenario with me. You are teaching your child how to write. So, as Charlotte Mason detailed, you set before that child a model of the handwriting you want […] Dealing with Our Past Homeschooling Mistakes originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Just five minutes, three times a week, can enrich your homeschool experience more than you might realize. 3 Simple Ways to Enrich Your Homeschool Experience originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

This time of year, it seems like no matter which store you go into, there are lists and lists of back-to-school supplies: these are the things the students will need […] Your Questions Answered: Back-to-School Essentials for Mom originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Today we want to talk about how to do formal spelling lessons in a Charlotte Mason way: dictation. If you have been following the previous articles in this How To […] How to Do Dictation originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Today I’d like to walk through two different ways to schedule a school day. Both are viable options. Use the one that fits best during this season of life. Over […] 2 Ways to Schedule Your Homeschool Day originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Here's a look at four possible homeschool year schedules. Choose the one that works for your family! 4 Ways to Schedule Your Homeschool Year originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

I just pulled a notebook off my little reading table and opened to the first page. And I can’t stop smiling at the diversity of wisdom and wit recorded there. […] Getting Started with a Book of Mottoes, or Commonplace Book originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Today I want to explain a practice that will help your student develop handwriting fluency, practice beautiful penmanship, encourage correct spelling, and feed your child’s mind with worthy ideas. It’s […] How to Do Transcription originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

In a Charlotte Mason education, it’s the books that shine. They are the teachers, and a lot depends on them. That’s why we are selective when it comes to the […] Finding a Substitute Book originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Many times we focus on the mom in a Charlotte Mason homeschool. We usually focus on the moms, because they’re often the ones doing the bulk of the teaching in […] A Charlotte Mason Homeschool Dad’s Story originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Perhaps you have heard the term “copywork” and wondered what exactly it is. Copywork is a method that Charlotte Mason used to help children learn letter formation. Let’s walk through […] How to Do Copywork originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

In the spring and summer, many of us turn our thoughts to evaluating our home schools. How are things going? What changes might we want to make? Some states or […] Give Your Home School a KISS originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Modern Times (about 1850 to present day) is a jam-packed era in history. So many things were happening all around the world; and thanks to improved technology, we have access […] Favorite Modern Times History Books for Grades 10–12 originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Many of you know that Charlotte Mason was a big advocate of taking nature walks and doing nature study. She scheduled her students to get out into the fields one […] Nature Study in the City originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Usually when people describe the Charlotte Mason approach, the one thing they almost always mention is nature study. Time in nature is an integral part of the Charlotte Mason Method. […] How to Do Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Today I want to share my top picks for living history books on modern times. These are the books that I recommend for grades 7–9, and in some cases, all […] Favorite Modern Times History Books for Grades 7–9 originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

All right, I just have to say that I’m going to miss seeing you in person! I was really looking forward to getting together with you at homeschool conventions this […] Be Home originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Welcome to another installment of Your Questions Answered. As usual, my friend and co-worker, Laura Pitney is joining me. Here’s the question we’re going to discuss today: For elementary students, […] Your Questions Answered: Time to Play originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

There are a lot of books available on modern history (about 1850 to present day). The trick is to find the good ones, the ones that are appropriate for those […] Favorite Modern Times History Books for Grades 1–3 originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

If you're feeling like your child is behind or not learning enough, take a moment to be encouraged. Is My Child Learning Enough? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Picture study is one of the easiest things to add to your schoolwork and one of the most enriching. Let’s walk through how to do it. What You Will Need […] How to Do Picture Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Recently, Sonya Shafer and Laura Pitney and Karen Smith sat down to discuss this question: What are one or two (or three, four, whichever we get to) common homeschool mistakes […] Your Questions Answered: Common CM Homeschool Mistakes originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

I must admit that I’m somewhat partial to old books. But when you’re teaching modern history, you have to find some new favorites. And I’m happy to tell you about […] Favorite Modern Times History Books for the Family originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Sonya is joined by Karen Smith to talk about how to do nature study when it's cold outside. Winter Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Let’s walk through a foundational method used in many Charlotte Mason-style lessons: narration. You will be using this method for history, geography, Bible, science, and other subjects, so let’s make […] How to Do Narration originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

It seems like more and more people are traveling and expanding their horizons around the world. We often get asked for advice and practical tips from families who are planning […] Homeschooling Overseas with the Charlotte Mason Method originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

We’ve spent several blog posts talking about the way of the will and how to strengthen the will so it will be able to choose to do what is right, […] Our Wills and God’s Will originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

I remember my high school history books. They were nothing like these beauties! My history textbooks were full of summaries and facts. These are full of ideas and people and […] Favorite Early Modern History Books for Grades 10–12 originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

This morning my alarm went off as scheduled. I squinted my eyes part-way open and took in the dark room and the cold rain pattering against the window. It was […] I Am, I Can, I Ought, I Wish I Did originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

A well-rounded Charlotte Mason education involves living ideas from great books, the discipline of good habits, and the atmosphere of our homes. We’d like to focus on that third aspect […] Your Questions Answered: Christmas Season Edition originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

My friend Pam Barnhill stopped by today and she sat down to have a little chat with us. Some of you might know her from her popular podcast, Homeschool Solutions. […] A Chat with Pam Barnhill originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

I love being surrounded by great books! My father recently made me two more bookcases, so I’ve been happily reshuffling and reorganizing my collection of history and literature books. That’s […] Favorite Early Modern Books for Grades 7–9 originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

Right off the bat, some of you may be thinking, “Strengthen my child’s will? I don’t need to strengthen it. He’s a strong-willed child already!” And that may be the […] 3 Ways to Develop Willpower originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.