Category Charlotte Mason Method

Charlotte Mason method homeschool posts.

Two Foundational Charlotte Mason Methods

The Charlotte Mason method of homeschooling is becoming more and more popular, and I’m thrilled. It’s a beautiful way to give your children a wide and personal education. As parents make the decision to use Charlotte Mason, they often say…

Sonya Shafer
November 6, 2024
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Why Charlotte Mason is a Lifestyle

We might have started homeschooling with the Charlotte Mason Method thinking about curriculum, but it quickly becomes a wonderful way of life!

Sonya Shafer
October 30, 2024
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What to Do When Your Child Doesn’t Like a School Subject

"I hate math!" "I don't want to do nature study!" Your child doesn't like a school subject. What do you do now?

Sonya Shafer
October 23, 2024
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Charlotte Mason on a Budget

Here are some tips and ideas for doing Charlotte Mason on a budget.

Sonya Shafer
October 16, 2024

How to Know Your Child Is Ready for Reading Lessons

Teaching your child to read can seem daunting, but if you look for these signs, you'll know when your child is ready.

Sonya Shafer
October 9, 2024

Why You Should Include Singing in Your Homeschool Schedule

Should you include singing in your homeschool schedule? Christy Hissong joins Sonya to share how singing has impacted her homeschool journey.

Sonya Shafer
October 2, 2024

Charlotte Mason Method Notebooking

Here's an overview of the notebooks that students keep in a Charlotte Mason Method homeschool.

Sonya Shafer
September 25, 2024

How to Choose Substitute Living Science Books

It seems like living science books often go out of print after just a couple of years. Here are some ways you can find a substitute book.

Katie Thacker
September 18, 2024

5 Tips for a Smooth Homeschool Morning

Here are five ways you can set yourself up for a smooth homeschool morning every day.

Sonya Shafer
September 12, 2024

Literature Discussions the Charlotte Mason Way

With upper level literature, students need to discuss genre, themes, plot, character, and more. How can we do this in a Charlotte Mason way?

Sonya Shafer
September 4, 2024

10 Tips for Reading Aloud

Find out how you can become your child's favorite book narrator! Here are 10 tips for reading aloud well.

Sonya Shafer
August 28, 2024

How to Cultivate the Joy of Reading

As parents we want our children to enjoy reading. Here's how you can set your child up to love reading for life.

Sonya Shafer
August 21, 2024
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What Is Twaddle?

What is twaddle? What does it mean to avoid twaddle in your home school?

Sonya Shafer
August 14, 2024

Why Repeat History Time Periods?

Amber O'Neal Johnston joins Sonya to talk about why history is so interesting with the Charlotte Mason homeschool approach.

Sonya Shafer
August 7, 2024

What Your Preschooler Really Needs

Here is what your preschooler really needs from you between ages 3 and 5, and what will truly prepare your preschooler for first grade.

Sonya Shafer
July 31, 2024