No Higher Calling

Introducing Our Children to Shakespeare

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In this episode, I share how we unexpectedly started studying Shakespeare with my elementary homeschool children — and why it’s become one of a highlight of our school days!

Despite having little interest in Shakespeare myself, I was inspired by A Charlotte Mason Companion and several podcasts to give it a try. What began as skepticism turned into delight as we discovered the beauty of introducing Shakespeare early.

Key Conversation Points:

  • Surprising benefits of Shakespeare for young children
  • How we structure our weekly “Shakespearean Tea Time” lessons 
  • Reading the play aloud with dramatic voices, memory work, discussion, and puppet coloring
  • Our fun 6-week wrap-up: memory recitation and family puppet show

    • Perfect for families wondering if Shakespeare is too advanced for little ones — it’s not! We’re already planning our next play later this school year!

     

    Resources Referenced:

    • NHC Blog: Introducing Our Children to Shakespeare https://nohighercalling.org/introducing-my-children-to-shakespeare/ 
    • Subscribe to the NHC Email www.nohighercalling.org 
    • NHC YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@NoHigherCalling/videos 
    • NHC Mother's Day Sale: Code MAMA for 20% off https://nohighercalling.org/shop/ 

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