Month July 2020

Your Questions Answered: Back-to-School Essentials for Mom

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 to get into the school days ahead. But what about…

Sonya Shafer
July 29, 2020

How to Do Dictation

Prepared dictation is a brilliant way to teach spelling in the context of great ideas.

Sonya Shafer
July 22, 2020
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Charlotte Mason Homeschool Daily Schedule

2 Ways to Schedule Your Homeschool Day

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 the years—or even during different terms of a single year—you…

Sonya Shafer
July 15, 2020
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Charlotte Mason Homeschool Scheduling School Year

4 Ways to Schedule Your Homeschool Year

Here's a look at four possible homeschool year schedules. Choose the one that works for your family!

How to Get Started with a Book of Mottoes

Getting Started with a Book of Mottoes, or Commonplace Book

A book of mottoes is a wonderful lifelong habit to form. Here's how to do it.

Sonya Shafer
July 1, 2020
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