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Preschool, Books & Resources, Charlotte Mason Method

The Early Years

We frequently hear the question, “What kinds of Charlotte Mason things can I do with my children in the early years — before we start formal schooling?” First, give them plenty of free-play time outdoors. Let them run, yell, climb,…

Sonya Shafer
August 23, 2005
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Charlotte Mason Method, Parenting

How Dad Can Help with Charlotte Mason Homeschooling

10 Ways Dads Can Help with Charlotte Mason Homeschooling

Here are 10 ways that dads can get involved with Charlotte Mason homeschooling.

Sonya Shafer
March 27, 2024
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Charlotte Mason Method, Reading, Language Arts

Do You Need to Teach Your Child to Read Before 1st Grade?

Does Your Child Need to Learn to Read Before 1st Grade?

Do you need to teach your child to read before 1st Grade? The answer may surprise you!

Sonya Shafer
February 14, 2024
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Charlotte Mason Method, Science, High School

Why Your Student Needs Science Labs

Here are the benefits your student will miss if you skip the science labs in upper level science courses.

Sonya Shafer
January 31, 2024
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Charlotte Mason Method, Habits, Special Needs

Charlotte Mason Homeschooling with ADHD

With its emphasis on a habit of attention, does Charlotte Mason work for homeschooling with ADHD?

Sonya Shafer
January 24, 2024
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Charlotte Mason Method, Habits, Parenting

Why Reminding Your Child Doesn’t Work

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.

Sonya Shafer
January 17, 2024
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Education Is, Charlotte Mason Method

Education Is a Life Now

Is education for the future, or does it benefit your child right now?

Sonya Shafer
January 3, 2024

Charlotte Mason Method, Habits, Parenting

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.

Sonya Shafer
July 19, 2023

Charlotte Mason Method, High School

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.

Sonya Shafer
June 28, 2023
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CM How-To, Workshops

Charlotte Mason Together Retreat 2022 Session Videos

2022 Charlotte Mason Together Retreat Recordings

Enjoy more than 9 hours of encouragement and practical sessions from the 2022 Charlotte Mason Together Retreat! (Online streaming video.)

Jordan Smith
June 20, 2023

Charlotte Mason Method, Homeschool Planning

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.

Sonya Shafer
June 14, 2023

Charlotte Mason Method, Math

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.

Sonya Shafer
May 31, 2023
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Charlotte Mason Method, Education Is, Encouragement, Featured

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.

Charlotte Mason Method, Nature Study

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.

Sonya Shafer
April 5, 2023

Charlotte Mason Method, Homeschool Planning

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.

Sonya Shafer
February 22, 2023

Charlotte Mason Method, Encouragement

8 Words That Make All the Difference

Charlotte Mason believed in the potential of every human person. And she summed up that belief in eight words.

Sonya Shafer
January 4, 2023
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Charlotte Mason Method, Nature Study

Can You Nature Journal If You’re Not Artistic?

Can you keep a nature journal if you are not artistic? Sonya and Karen are self-proclaimed not artistic people, and they have some ideas for you.

Sonya Shafer
December 7, 2022
2 Comments

Charlotte Mason Method, Homeschool Planning

How to Prepare a Charlotte Mason Lesson

Here are five things to think about when preparing a Charlotte Mason lesson.

Sonya Shafer
November 9, 2022

Charlotte Mason Method

4 Roles of a Charlotte Mason Teacher

What is your role as the teacher in a Charlotte Mason homeschool? Here are four things you're responsible to do for your child.

Sonya Shafer
November 2, 2022
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Charlotte Mason Method, High School

Is Charlotte Mason Enough for Older Students?

Does the Charlotte Mason method provide enough challenge or rigor as children get older? Amber O'Neal Johnston joins Sonya for an encouraging conversation.

Sonya Shafer
October 5, 2022