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How to Guide Older Children in Independent Leisure Reading


How do you approach leisure reading when you don't have time to pre-read every book for your older child?
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How do you approach leisure reading when you don't have time to pre-read every book for your older child?
Is Charlotte Mason all sipping tea and sitting quietly? Karen and Sonya explain how we may have gotten a mistaken impression.
Sonya and Doug discuss what role, if any, technology can play in a Charlotte Mason homeschool.
Here are 10 ways that dads can get involved with Charlotte Mason homeschooling.
The authors of Charlotte Mason Practical Geometry join Sonya to explain what practical geometry is and how it's perfect for an upper elementary student.
Keeping a nature journal the way Charlotte Mason suggested incorporates so many disciplines!
Amber O'Neal Johnston shares how she had to overcome cultural objections to homeschooling, and why that matters to all of us homeschoolers.
How can you tell if you are doing too much in your homeschool? Here are five things to check in on.
It's not too late to start Charlotte Mason, but you may want to keep these five things in mind as you make the switch.
Do you need to teach your child to read before 1st Grade? The answer may surprise you!
Here are three things to consider when you evaluate an approach to homeschooling.
Here are the benefits your student will miss if you skip the science labs in upper level science courses.
With its emphasis on a habit of attention, does Charlotte Mason work for homeschooling with ADHD?
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.
Charlotte Mason told us to read a lesson or give a directive only once. Is this unrealistic? Is it ever okay to repeat yourself?
Is education for the future, or does it benefit your child right now?
Richele Baburina tried Charlotte Mason's personal schedule for 30 days. She and Sonya chat about what she learned from the experience.
Sonya shares five tips from Charlotte Mason that will help you make sure your Christmas break is a smooth one.
Amber O'Neal Johnston joins Sonya to talk about bringing your family's heritage to the holidays.
Laura Pitney joins Sonya to talk about how we can nourish our children's hearts during the holidays.
Richele joins Sonya to share how older students can expand on picture study to go deeper into art appreciation.
It's something we homeschoolers think about especially around the holidays: How are we going to explain Charlotte Mason to our relatives?
Karen Smith joins Sonya to talk about her favorite tools for nature study.
Here are some tips for using the wonderful Charlotte Mason method of narration when you have multiple children.
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.
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.
One of the keys to success with Charlotte Mason narration is how much you're reading beforehand.
Here's how to set your child up for success when you ask for a narration after a homeschool lesson.
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.
Richele Baburina guides you through teaching multiplication tables in a Charlotte Mason math lesson.
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?
Ever wonder why Charlotte Mason lessons are short? Here's a look at six ways short lessons benefit your student.
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.
Here's what you can do to set yourself up for a great homeschool year.
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!
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.
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.
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.
The habit of attention can change your homeschool! Here are three ways to work on this foundational habit.
Good habits are a big part of a Charlotte Mason homeschool. Here's how you can intentionally include good habits in your schedule.
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?
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.
Here's how high school looks the Charlotte Mason way, and how it sets your student up for success in adult life.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Enrichment subjects are a wonderful way to add beauty to your homeschool day. Here are eight reasons you shouldn't skip them.