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Simply Charlotte Mason Homeschooling

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The weekly Simply Charlotte Mason homeschooling audio podcast with Sonya Shafer

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How Dad Can Help with Charlotte Mason Homeschooling

March 27, 2024 20:00 - 12 minutes - 14.3 MB

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.

What Is Charlotte Mason Practical Geometry?

March 20, 2024 20:00 - 19 minutes - 22.3 MB

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.

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

March 13, 2024 20:00 - 15 minutes - 18 MB

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.

Overcoming Cultural Objections to Homeschooling

March 06, 2024 21:00 - 5 MB

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.

How to Know If You’re Doing Too Much

February 28, 2024 21:00 - 15 minutes - 17.4 MB

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.

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

February 21, 2024 21:00 - 16 minutes - 18.8 MB

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 Mason.

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

February 14, 2024 12:00 - 9 minutes - 11.4 MB

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.

How to Choose a Homeschooling Style

February 07, 2024 21:00 - 15 minutes - 18.3 MB

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.

Why Your Student Needs Science Labs

January 31, 2024 21:00 - 20 minutes - 23.7 MB

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.

Charlotte Mason Homeschooling with ADHD

January 24, 2024 21:00 - 24 minutes - 28.7 MB

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.

Why Reminding Your Child Doesn’t Work

January 17, 2024 21:00 - 28 minutes - 33.1 MB

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.

Don’t Repeat Yourself

January 10, 2024 21:00 - 20 minutes - 23.7 MB

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.

Education Is a Life Now

January 03, 2024 21:00 - 19 minutes - 22.3 MB

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

Following Charlotte Mason’s Personal Schedule for 30 Days

December 27, 2023 21:00 - 22 minutes - 26 MB

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.

5 Tips for a Smooth Christmas Break

December 20, 2023 21:00 - 10 minutes - 12.3 MB

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.

Including Your Heritage During the Holidays

December 13, 2023 21:00 - 12 minutes - 14.6 MB

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.

Creating a Nourishing Holiday Atmosphere

December 06, 2023 21:00 - 23 minutes - 27.1 MB

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.

How to Expand on Picture Study

November 29, 2023 21:00 - 24 minutes - 28.1 MB

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.

How to Explain Charlotte Mason to your Relatives

November 22, 2023 21:00 - 12 minutes - 15.1 MB

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.

Favorite Nature Study Tools

November 15, 2023 21:00 - 27 minutes - 31.4 MB

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

Tips for Narration with Multiple Children

November 08, 2023 21:00 - 4 minutes - 4.85 MB

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.

How to Start Written Narration

November 01, 2023 20:00 - 7 minutes - 9.21 MB

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 Charlotte Mason.

How Charlotte Mason Narration Grows With Your Child

October 25, 2023 23:43 - 6 minutes - 7.99 MB

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.

How Much To Read Before Asking for a Narration

October 18, 2023 20:00 - 13 minutes - 15.2 MB

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.

5 Steps to Successful Narration

October 11, 2023 20:00 - 13 minutes - 15.8 MB

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.

3 Reasons You Should Use Charlotte Mason Narration

October 04, 2023 20:00 - 11 minutes - 13 MB

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.

The Charlotte Mason Way to Teach Multiplication Tables

September 27, 2023 20:00 - 24 minutes - 28 MB

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.

Is 4 Hours a Day Enough for High School?

September 20, 2023 20:00 - 11 minutes - 13.3 MB

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 Charlotte Mason.

6 Benefits of Short Lessons

September 13, 2023 20:00 - 17 minutes - 20.7 MB

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.

Why Should We Study Insects?

September 06, 2023 20:00 - 14 minutes - 16.4 MB

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.

How to Have a Great Homeschool Year

August 30, 2023 20:00 - 17 minutes - 20.3 MB

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.

Mental Math in the Charlotte Mason Math Lesson

August 23, 2023 20:00 - 19 minutes - 22.7 MB

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.

3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Best Effort

August 16, 2023 20:00 - 13 minutes - 15.1 MB

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 Charlotte Mason.

3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Truthfulness

August 09, 2023 20:00 - 16 minutes - 19.3 MB

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.

5 Ways to Work on the Habit of Obedience

August 02, 2023 20:00 - 14 minutes - 16.9 MB

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.

3 Ways to Work on the Habit of Attention

July 26, 2023 20:00 - 10 minutes - 12.7 MB

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.

How to Include Good Habits in Your Homeschool Schedule

July 19, 2023 20:00 - 14 minutes - 16.9 MB

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.

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

July 12, 2023 20:00 - 17 minutes - 19.7 MB

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.

Does Charlotte Mason Work for a Dyslexic Child?

July 05, 2023 20:00 - 22 minutes - 26.1 MB

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.

What Charlotte Mason High School Looks Like

June 28, 2023 20:00 - 13 minutes - 16 MB

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.

What Charlotte Mason Middle School Looks Like

June 21, 2023 20:00 - 10 minutes - 12.4 MB

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.

What Charlotte Mason Elementary School Looks Like

June 14, 2023 20:00 - 19 minutes - 22.1 MB

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.

What Charlotte Mason Preschool Looks Like

June 07, 2023 20:00 - 19 minutes - 22.1 MB

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 Charlotte Mason.

How the Parent Guides a Charlotte Mason Math Lesson

May 31, 2023 20:00 - 19 minutes - 23.2 MB

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 Math Lesson originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.

The Difference Between Bible Lessons and Family Devotions

May 24, 2023 20:00 - 8 minutes - 9.62 MB

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.

Did You Have a Good Homeschool Year?

May 17, 2023 20:00 - 11 minutes - 13.3 MB

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.

8 Reasons to Include Enrichment Subjects in Your Homeschool Schedule

May 11, 2023 01:00 - 24 minutes - 27.8 MB

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.

Am I Doing Enough Nature Study?

May 04, 2023 01:00 - 13 minutes - 15.4 MB

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.

20 Ideas for Indoor Nature Study

April 26, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes - 43.3 MB

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.

Staying Safe in Nature

April 19, 2023 13:00 - 11 minutes - 22.2 MB

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.

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