Charlotte Mason Method, Nature StudyNature Study — But I’m Afraid of Nature!How do you deal with a nature fear? Karen Smith and Laura Pitney join Sonya to discuss this question.Sonya ShaferSeptember 1, 2021
Charlotte Mason Method, Homeschool PlanningThe Secret to Planning Your Homeschool DayHere’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 overview, then zoom in on this year; then I like…Sonya ShaferAugust 25, 20211 Comment
Charlotte Mason Method, Living Books, GeographyFavorite Living Books about AfricaSonya shares some of her favorite living books to help your children learn about the people who live on the continent of Africa.Sonya ShaferAugust 18, 2021
Charlotte Mason MethodTeaching in a Charlotte Mason Co-opSonya 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.Sonya ShaferAugust 11, 2021
Charlotte Mason MethodStarting a Charlotte Mason Co-opDon't have a Charlotte Mason co-op near you? Here are some ideas for starting one.Sonya ShaferAugust 4, 2021
Charlotte Mason MethodDiscipline: Core Values of Charlotte MasonYou don't have to be perfect to work on good habits with your children, you just need to be intentional.Sonya ShaferJuly 28, 20211 Comment
Charlotte Mason Method, Living Books, ScienceFavorite Living Science Books for Grades 4–6Karen Smith shares some of her favorite living science books for grades 4–6.Sonya ShaferJuly 21, 20211 Comment
Charlotte Mason MethodThe Excitement of a Charlotte Mason Co-opSonya chats with Laura about why so many homeschoolers love Charlotte Mason co-ops.Sonya ShaferJuly 14, 2021
Charlotte Mason MethodAtmosphere: Core Values of Charlotte MasonYour child will learn a lot from having natural, first-hand experiences with the people and things in your home.Sonya ShaferJuly 7, 20212 Comments
Charlotte Mason MethodHomeschool CommunitiesSonya chats with Amber O'Neal Johnston about how homeschool communities can enhance and support what you're doing at home.Sonya ShaferJune 30, 20212 Comments
Charlotte Mason Method, Nature Study, ScienceFavorite Living Science Books for Grades 1–3Karen 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.Sonya ShaferJune 23, 20211 Comment
Charlotte Mason MethodEnd-of-School-Year Organizing IdeasSonya chats with Laura about how to stay organized at the end of the school year.Sonya ShaferJune 16, 20213 Comments
Charlotte Mason MethodBalance: Core Values of Charlotte MasonThink of education like a three-legged stool. You need all three legs to stay balanced.Sonya ShaferJune 9, 2021
Charlotte Mason Method, Nature StudyNature Study in the SummerSonya chats with Karen Smith about some things to look for when you do nature study in the summer.Sonya ShaferJune 2, 2021
Charlotte Mason Method, Books & Resources, GeographyFavorite Living Books about South and Central AmericaHere are some of my favorite books for learning about the cultures of South and Central America.Sonya ShaferMay 26, 20211 Comment
Charlotte Mason MethodMoving While HomeschoolingTrying to homeschool while moving into a new house? Laura has some great encouragement for you.Sonya ShaferMay 19, 20212 Comments
Charlotte Mason MethodRespect: Core Values of Charlotte MasonWe often talk about "respect the child as a person." Here's what it looks like.Sonya ShaferMay 12, 20211 Comment
Charlotte Mason MethodHomeschooling and Working from HomeSonya and Amber O'Neal Johnston discuss how to balance homeschooling and working from home.Sonya ShaferMay 5, 20212 Comments
Charlotte Mason Method, Geography, Living BooksFavorite Living Books about the Middle EastSonya shares her favorite living books about the Middle East.Sonya ShaferApril 28, 2021
Charlotte Mason Method3 Keys to Organizing Your Home SchoolSonya and Laura take a look at three key areas that need to be organized to keep your home school functioning smoothly.Sonya ShaferApril 21, 2021
