Simply Charlotte Mason Homeschooling

By Sonya Shafer

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11.22.2023

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.

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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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.
05.11.2023 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. 8 Reasons to Include Enrichment Subjects in Your Homeschool Schedule originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
05.04.2023 Am I Doing Enough Nature Study? Are you doing enough nature study? You might already be doing more than you think. Am I Doing Enough Nature Study? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
04.26.2023 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. 20 Ideas for Indoor Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
04.19.2023 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. Staying Safe in Nature originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
04.12.2023 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? Respecting Others While Doing Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte ...
04.05.2023 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. What to Put in a Nature Journal originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
03.29.2023 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 Balance Science Lessons with Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
03.22.2023 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 to Do Nature Study with Preschoolers originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
03.15.2023 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 Can I Get Started with Nature Study? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
03.08.2023 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. How to Encourage Interest in Nature Study originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
03.01.2023 The Life of the Math Lesson Learn how a Charlotte Mason approach to math breathes life into lessons and keeps things interesting. The Life of the Math Lesson originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
02.22.2023 3 Principles from Charlotte Mason’s Schedules Here's what we can learn from Charlotte Mason's class schedules to help us create our own homeschool plans. 3 Principles from Charlotte Mason’s Schedules originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
02.15.2023 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. How to Spot a Great Picture Book originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
02.08.2023 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. Narration with Special Challenges originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
02.01.2023 The Discipline of Good Habits in the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson You'll be surprised at just how many good habits you can form in your child with a well-taught math lesson! The Discipline of Good Habits in the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
01.25.2023 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. Help! My Child Wants to Read Twaddle! originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
01.18.2023 Who Was Charlotte Mason? The story of Charlotte Mason, how she revolutionized education, and how her legacy impacts homeschooling today. Who Was Charlotte Mason? originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
01.11.2023 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. How Chores Prepare Children for Life originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
01.04.2023 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. 8 Words That Make All the Difference originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
12.28.2022 5 Books to Help You Grow as a Charlotte Mason Homeschool Parent Sonya shares five books recommendations—one is FREE—that will help you grow in your role as a Charlotte Mason homeschool parent. 5 Books to Help You Grow as a Charlotte Mason Homeschool Parent originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
12.21.2022 A Christmas Meditation Sonya shares a meditation on Isaiah 9:6 to encourage you all year to trust in our good Father. A Christmas Meditation originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
12.14.2022 How to Grow in Nature Journaling You can learn to add illustrations to your nature journal! Richele Baburina joins Sonya with some practical tips that will inspire you to get started. How to Grow in Nature Journaling originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

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Simply Charlotte Mason Homeschooling episodes:

How to Explain Charlotte Mason to your Relatives

Favorite Nature Study Tools

Tips for Narration with Multiple Children

How to Start Written Narration

How Charlotte Mason Narration Grows With Your Child

How Much To Read Before Asking for a Narration

5 Steps to Successful Narration

3 Reasons You Should Use Charlotte Mason Narration

The Charlotte Mason Way to Teach Multiplication Tables

Is 4 Hours a Day Enough for High School?

6 Benefits of Short Lessons

Why Should We Study Insects?

How to Have a Great Homeschool Year

Mental Math in the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson

3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Best Effort

3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Truthfulness

5 Ways to Work on the Habit of Obedience

3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Attention

How to Include Good Habits in Your Homeschool Schedule

How to Schedule Charlotte Mason Lessons with a Weekly Co-op

Does Charlotte Mason Work for a Dyslexic Child?

What Charlotte Mason High School Looks Like

What Charlotte Mason Middle School Looks Like

What Charlotte Mason Elementary School Looks Like

What Charlotte Mason Preschool Looks Like

How the Parent Guides a Charlotte Mason Math Lesson

The Difference Between Bible Lessons and Family Devotions

Did You Have a Good Homeschool Year?

8 Reasons to Include Enrichment Subjects in Your Homeschool Schedule

Am I Doing Enough Nature Study?

20 Ideas for Indoor Nature Study

Staying Safe in Nature

Respecting Others While Doing Nature Study

What to Put in a Nature Journal

How to Balance Science Lessons with Nature Study

How to Do Nature Study with Preschoolers

How Can I Get Started with Nature Study?

How to Encourage Interest in Nature Study

The Life of the Math Lesson

3 Principles from Charlotte Mason’s Schedules

How to Spot a Great Picture Book

Narration with Special Challenges

The Discipline of Good Habits in the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson

Help! My Child Wants to Read Twaddle!

Who Was Charlotte Mason?

How Chores Prepare Children for Life

8 Words That Make All the Difference

5 Books to Help You Grow as a Charlotte Mason Homeschool Parent

A Christmas Meditation

How to Grow in Nature Journaling