Simply Charlotte Mason Homeschooling

Simply Charlotte Mason Homeschooling episodes:

• 04.24.2024

  How to Nurture Your Preschooler While Homeschooling Older Children

  Charlotte Mason told us to give preschoolers a full six years to explore before formal lessons. But how can you fit that in while you're doing formal lessons with older children? How to Nurture Your Preschooler While Homeschooling Older Children originally...

  
• 04.17.2024

  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? How to Guide Older Children in Independent Leisure Reading originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 04.10.2024

  Is Charlotte Mason Subdued and Tranquil?

  Is Charlotte Mason all sipping tea and sitting quietly? Karen and Sonya explain how we may have gotten a mistaken impression. Is Charlotte Mason Subdued and Tranquil? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 04.03.2024

  Technology and Charlotte Mason Homeschooling

  Sonya and Doug discuss what role, if any, technology can play in a Charlotte Mason homeschool. Technology and Charlotte Mason Homeschooling originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 03.27.2024

  How Dad Can Help with Charlotte Mason Homeschooling

  Here are 10 ways that dads can get involved with Charlotte Mason homeschooling. How Dad Can Help with Charlotte Mason Homeschooling originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 03.20.2024

  What Is Charlotte Mason Practical Geometry?

  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. What Is Charlotte Mason Practical Geometry? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 03.13.2024

  Nature Journaling: Where Science, Writing, Poetry, and Art Come Together

  Keeping a nature journal the way Charlotte Mason suggested incorporates so many disciplines! Nature Journaling: Where Science, Writing, Poetry, and Art Come Together originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 03.06.2024

  Overcoming Cultural Objections to Homeschooling

  Amber O'Neal Johnston shares how she had to overcome cultural objections to homeschooling, and why that matters to all of us homeschoolers. Overcoming Cultural Objections to Homeschooling originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 02.28.2024

  How to Know If You’re Doing Too Much

  How can you tell if you are doing too much in your homeschool? Here are five things to check in on. How to Know If You’re Doing Too Much originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 02.21.2024

  Is It Too Late to Start Homeschooling with the Charlotte Mason Method?

  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. Is It Too Late to Start Homeschooling with the Charlotte Mason Method? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte...

  
• 02.14.2024

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

  Do you need to teach your child to read before 1st Grade? The answer may surprise you! Do You Need to Teach Your Child to Read Before 1st Grade? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 02.07.2024

  How to Choose a Homeschooling Style

  Here are three things to consider when you evaluate an approach to homeschooling. How to Choose a Homeschooling Style originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 01.31.2024

  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. Why Your Student Needs Science Labs originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 01.24.2024

  Charlotte Mason Homeschooling with ADHD

  With its emphasis on a habit of attention, does Charlotte Mason work for homeschooling with ADHD? Charlotte Mason Homeschooling with ADHD originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 01.17.2024

  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. Why Reminding Your Child Doesn’t Work originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 01.10.2024

  Don’t Repeat Yourself

  Charlotte Mason told us to read a lesson or give a directive only once. Is this unrealistic? Is it ever okay to repeat yourself? Don’t Repeat Yourself originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 01.03.2024

  Education Is a Life Now

  Is education for the future, or does it benefit your child right now? Education Is a Life Now originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 12.27.2023

  Following Charlotte Mason’s Personal Schedule for 30 Days

  Richele Baburina tried Charlotte Mason's personal schedule for 30 days. She and Sonya chat about what she learned from the experience. Following Charlotte Mason’s Personal Schedule for 30 Days originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 12.20.2023

  5 Tips for a Smooth Christmas Break

  Sonya shares five tips from Charlotte Mason that will help you make sure your Christmas break is a smooth one. 5 Tips for a Smooth Christmas Break originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 12.13.2023

  Including Your Heritage During the Holidays

  Amber O'Neal Johnston joins Sonya to talk about bringing your family's heritage to the holidays. Including Your Heritage During the Holidays originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 12.06.2023

  Creating a Nourishing Holiday Atmosphere

  Laura Pitney joins Sonya to talk about how we can nourish our children's hearts during the holidays. Creating a Nourishing Holiday Atmosphere originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 11.29.2023

  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 Expand on Picture Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 11.22.2023

  How to Explain Charlotte Mason 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? How to Explain Charlotte Mason to your Relatives originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 11.15.2023

  Favorite Nature Study Tools

  Karen Smith joins Sonya to talk about her favorite tools for nature study. Favorite Nature Study Tools originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 11.08.2023

  Tips for Narration with Multiple Children

  Here are some tips for using the wonderful Charlotte Mason method of narration when you have multiple children. Tips for Narration with Multiple Children originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 11.01.2023

  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 to Start Written Narration originally appeared on Simply...

  
• 10.25.2023

  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 Charlotte Mason Narration Grows With Your Child originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 10.18.2023

  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. How Much To Read Before Asking for a Narration originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 10.11.2023

  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. 5 Steps to Successful Narration originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 10.04.2023

  3 Reasons You Should Use Charlotte Mason Narration

  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. 3 Reasons You Should Use Charlotte Mason Narration originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 09.27.2023

  The Charlotte Mason Way to Teach Multiplication Tables

  Richele Baburina guides you through teaching multiplication tables in a Charlotte Mason math lesson. The Charlotte Mason Way to Teach Multiplication Tables originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 09.20.2023

  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? Is 4 Hours a Day Enough for High School? originally appeared on Simply...

  
• 09.13.2023

  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. 6 Benefits of Short Lessons originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 09.06.2023

  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. Why Should We Study Insects? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 08.30.2023

  How to Have a Great Homeschool Year

  Here's what you can do to set yourself up for a great homeschool year. How to Have a Great Homeschool Year originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 08.23.2023

  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! Mental Math in the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 08.16.2023

  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 Best Effort originally appeared on Simply...

  
• 08.09.2023

  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. 3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Truthfulness originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 08.02.2023

  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. 5 Ways to Work on the Habit of Obedience originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 07.26.2023

  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. 3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Attention originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 07.19.2023

  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 Include Good Habits in Your Homeschool Schedule originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 07.12.2023

  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? How to Schedule Charlotte Mason Lessons with a Weekly Co-op originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 07.05.2023

  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. Does Charlotte Mason Work for a Dyslexic Child? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 06.28.2023

  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 High School Looks Like originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 06.21.2023

  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 Middle School Looks Like originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 06.14.2023

  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 Elementary School Looks Like originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 06.07.2023

  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. What Charlotte Mason Preschool Looks Like originally appeared on Simply...

  
• 05.31.2023

  How the Parent Guides a 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. How the Parent Guides a Charlotte Mason...

  
• 05.24.2023

  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. The Difference Between Bible Lessons and Family Devotions originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

  
• 05.17.2023

  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. Did You Have a Good Homeschool Year? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.