Charlotte Mason homeschooling encompasses everything that is wonderful about homeschooling. Gentle lessons in a literature-rich environment, short lessons that focus on real-life with plenty of opportunity to explore the world indoors and out. And, these are just a few of the reasons I love this style of homeschooling! In these articles, my goal is to share the wonder, joy and creativity of the Charlotte Mason style, while giving you plenty of ideas and practical advice for implementing it in your own home. Enjoy!
Ready for a fun vegetable nature study? In this No Sweat Nature Study Podcast episode, kids will investigate a big garden mystery: Which vegetable grows the fastest? With a bit of science and a lot of curiosity, Mrs. Cindy will help young learners make predictions and learn why some veggies seem to shoot up overnight….
A mother’s job is never done, especially when she homeschools her children. But, these homeschool mom summer tasks should help you feel less frazzled in the day-to-day. You can enter a new school year organized and refreshed! Summer is a wonderful time in every childhood. There are weeks on end of late nights, fireflies, the…
There is not one teaching resource I treasure more than children’s literature. The good ones have such a masterful knack for presenting factual information amidst incredible storylines. The illustrations, of course, help children put pictures to names, places, and ideas. This list of picture books for nature study is perfect for exploring science topics. When…
These living chapter books for nature study capture the attention of readers with wonderful tales that beautifully weave a storyline and nature together! From harrowing adventures to hidden gardens, many of these timeless stories have been well-loved for years. They also happen to subtly encourage a love for nature and make perfect read-alone or read-aloud…
This No Sweat Nature Study Podcast episode focuses on a fun peach nature study. Peaches are more than just sweet summer treats. Their soft, fuzzy skin holds fascinating science secrets that help them thrive outdoors. Trichomes, tiny hair-like structures on peach skin, protect from pests, sun, and moisture loss. Such a small feature makes a…
Have you ever wondered which woodpecker holds the record for being the biggest in the world? In this No Sweat Nature Study Podcast episode, Mrs. Cindy shares fascinating facts about these incredible birds, including a surprising contender that might no longer exist and the reigning champion still found in North American forests today. Children will…
The glorious days of summer are here! We’ve all worked so hard homeschooling for so many months, and now it’s time to rest, relax, and enjoy a few months off from work… right? Maybe if we weren’t homeschool parents. The truth is that while we do get a break from the quizzes, textbooks, and dirty…
A leaf nature study is a simple way to combine outdoor exploration with meaningful science. This week’s No Sweat Nature Study Podcast makes it easy and fun. Children will discover that leaves aren’t just pretty but are designed with smart defenses. These defenses help protect them from insects and other hungry animals. This episode highlights…
One of the best things about nature study is that it works wonderfully when teaching multiple age groups at once. For years, my friend Lynna thought that nature study might be a bit overwhelming for her large family. I asked her to give NaturExplorers a try, and she agreed. I think you’ll love this glimpse…
I’m thrilled to introduce you to Kristina Garner in this post! She and her girls recently enjoyed some exciting, hands-on nature study in their backyard creek, and Kristina is sharing the experiences with all of us. I think you’ll especially love to see how much they learned about creeks (and how much fun they had)…
Have you ever been to the same nature study destination so often that you almost forget there are always new things to discover? My friend Tracy and her children had visited the same ponds many times over. They never really got tired of exploring, but she found a simple way to refocus their attention, which…
I’ve used a bazillion planners over the years. You, too? I needed something to keep me on task with our Charlotte Mason style of homeschooling for my elementary son. Something that “forced” me to remember things like poetry recitation, the narration of various subjects, and memory verse practice. The Perfect Charlotte Mason Homeschooling Planner I…