Typing instruction has always been an important part of our homeschool. Not just for the sake of learning to type,…
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Charlotte Mason Homeschooling
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!
How To Make Friends with Books
What is a friend? Webster’s 1828 Dictionary of the English language defines a friend as, “One who is attached to…
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How to Teach Geography with Living Books
I HATED geography as a child. It was tedious, repetitive, and included lots of looking up things like the population…
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Rosy Cheeked and Resourceful: Charlotte Mason Outdoor Play
Many mommas come upon the Charlotte Mason method at a pivotal time in their children’s growing-up – the time when…
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Boyschooling Homeschool Curriculum for 5th and 12th Grades (2017-18)
I have another senior. How is that possible? It’s really, indescribably true when you hear that time flies and your…
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Fairy Tales Boys Love
Boy oh boy…. take a look at this list of fairy tales boys love. And why wouldn’t they? These stories…
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Mastering the Art of Delight in Your Charlotte Mason Homeschool
Mastering the Art of Delight in your Charlotte Mason Homeschool Though I love all of Charlotte Mason’s 20 Principles, one…
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Simple Field Guide Hint
Here’s a simple field guide hint that will work for all ages from preschool through adult. We started using this…
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How To Start Your Homeschool Morning Beautifully
For years, our homeschool mornings have begun on a note of family time. Those mornings gathered around the table at…
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Living Literature Booklists
If you asked me to name a few things that have made THE most impact in our homeschool over the…
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6 MORE of Our Family’s Favorite Picture Book Authors
Our family’s favorite picture book authors earn “forever spots” on our bookshelves. Those spots don’t just go to any old books….
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Six of Our Very Favorite Picture Book Authors
This momma has a huge affinity for picture books. Over the years, we’ve read more than I would want to…
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