Creating a Nourishing Holiday Atmosphere

Laura Pitney joins Sonya to talk about how we can nourish our children's hearts during the holidays.

How to Expand on Picture Study

Richele joins Sonya to share how older students can expand on picture study to go deeper into art appreciation.

How to Explain Charlotte Mason to your Relatives

How to Explain Charlotte Mason Homeschooling to Your Relatives

It's something we homeschoolers think about especially around the holidays: How are we going to explain Charlotte Mason to our relatives?

Favorite Nature Study Tools

Karen Smith joins Sonya to talk about her favorite tools for nature study.

Tips for Narration with Multiple Children

Here are some tips for using the wonderful Charlotte Mason method of narration when you have multiple children.

How to Start Written Narration

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 Charlotte Mason Narration Grows With Your Child

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 Much To Read Before Asking for a Narration

One of the keys to success with Charlotte Mason narration is how much you're reading beforehand.

5 Steps to Successful Narration

Here's how to set your child up for success when you ask for a narration after a homeschool lesson.

3 Reasons You Should Use Charlotte Mason Narration

Three Reasons You Should Use Charlotte Mason Narration in Your Homeschool

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.

The Charlotte Mason Way to Teach Multiplication Tables

Richele Baburina guides you through teaching multiplication tables in a Charlotte Mason math lesson.

Is 4 Hours a Day Enough for High School?

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?

6 Benefits of Short Lessons

Ever wonder why Charlotte Mason lessons are short? Here's a look at six ways short lessons benefit your student.

Why Should We Study Insects?

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.

How to Have a Great Homeschool Year

Here's what you can do to set yourself up for a great homeschool year.

Mental Math in the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson

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!

3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Best Effort

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 Truthfulness

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.

5 Ways to Work on the Habit of Obedience

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.

3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Attention

The habit of attention can change your homeschool! Here are three ways to work on this foundational habit.

How to Include Good Habits in Your Homeschool Schedule

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 Schedule Charlotte Mason Lessons with a Weekly Co-op

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?

Does Charlotte Mason Work for a Dyslexic Child?

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.

What Charlotte Mason High School Looks Like

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 Middle School Looks Like

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 Elementary School Looks Like

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 Preschool Looks Like

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.

How the Parent Guides a Charlotte Mason Math Lesson

How the Parent Guides the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson

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.

The Difference Between Bible Lessons and Family Devotions

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.

Did You Have a Good Homeschool Year?

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.

8 Reasons to Include Enrichment Subjects in Your Homeschool Schedule

Enrichment subjects are a wonderful way to add beauty to your homeschool day. Here are eight reasons you shouldn't skip them.

Am I Doing Enough Nature Study?

Are you doing enough nature study? You might already be doing more than you think.

20 Ideas for Indoor Nature Study

Can't get outside because of the weather? Not much nature around you? Here are 20 ways you can bring the nature indoors.

Staying Safe in Nature

Nature is beautiful, but sometimes it can be dangerous. How can you protect yourself? Karen Smith provides reassurance and some strategies for staying safe.

Respecting Others While Doing Nature Study

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?

What to Put in a Nature Journal

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.

How to Balance Science Lessons with Nature Study

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 Do Nature Study with Preschoolers

The preschool and Kindergarten years are a perfect time to cultivate a child's natural love for God's creation outdoors!

How Can I Get Started with Nature Study?

Here's how you can get started with Charlotte Mason nature study without overwhelming yourself or your children.

How to Encourage Interest in Nature Study

What's the best way to encourage your child's interest in nature study? Sonya and Karen share some ideas to help you.

The Life of the Math Lesson

The Life of the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson

Learn how a Charlotte Mason approach to math breathes life into lessons and keeps things interesting.

3 Principles from Charlotte Mason’s Schedules

3 Principles from Charlotte Mason Schedules

Here's what we can learn from Charlotte Mason's class schedules to help us create our own homeschool plans.

How to Spot a Great Picture Book

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.

Narration with Special Challenges

Sarah Mackenzie of Read-Aloud Revival joins Sonya to discuss tweaking narration when your child has special needs or special challenges.

The Discipline of Good Habits in the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson

The Discipline of Good Habits in Charlotte Mason Math Lessons

You'll be surprised at just how many good habits you can form in your child with a well-taught math lesson!

Help! My Child Wants to Read Twaddle!

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.

Who Was Charlotte Mason?

The story of Charlotte Mason, how she revolutionized education, and how her legacy impacts homeschooling today.

How Chores Prepare Children for Life

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.