Sonya Shafer

Simply Charlotte Mason Homeschooling

The weekly Simply Charlotte Mason homeschooling audio podcast with Sonya Shafer

Author

Sonya Shafer

Category

Education

Podcast website

simplycharlottemason.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

How to Teach Bible the Charlotte Mason Way 14.01.2026

Getting your students into the Word of God is the most important thing you can do in your home school. How to Teach Bible the Charlotte Mason Way originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason .

An Interview with a Second Generation Charlotte Mason Homeschool Mom 07.01.2026

Sonya is joined by her daughter Ruth to chat about how growing up being taught the Charlotte Mason way and how using CM in her own homeschool has been a benefit. An Interview with a Second Generation Charlotte Mason Homeschool Mom originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason .

The Tool of Creating for Lifelong Learning 17.12.2025

Expressing what you've learned creatively is a powerful tool for self-education. The Tool of Creating for Lifelong Learning originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason .

The Tool of Memorizing for Lifelong Learning 10.12.2025

With the Charlotte Mason Method, your student doesn't memorize a fact until she's grasped the idea behind it. The Tool of Memorizing for Lifelong Learning originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason .

The Tool of Notebooking for Lifelong Learning 03.12.2025

Here's a look at the four notebooks used for Charlotte Mason homeschooling, and why they are better than traditional worksheets. The Tool of Notebooking for Lifelong Learning originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason .

The Tool of Telling for Lifelong Learning 26.11.2025

If your student can tell about something, she has truly grasped it. It's another tool for self-education. The Tool of Telling for Lifelong Learning originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason .

The Tool of Reading for Lifelong Learning 19.11.2025

Reading with full attention is a skill that will equip your student to self-education for life. // MENTIONED Previous episodes in this series https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/series/6-tools-for-self-education/ Simply Charlotte Mason Curriculum https://simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curriculum-guide/overview-chart/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Faceboo...

The Tool of Observation for Lifelong Learning 12.11.2025

The skill of observation is crucial to lifelong learning. Here's how you can help your student build that skill. The Tool of Observation for Lifelong Learning originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason .

Six Tools for Self-Education 05.11.2025

If your student can do six simple practices, he can learn for himself for life. // FOR MORE Simply Charlotte Mason Curriculum https://simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curriculum-guide/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyCM SCM Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1445273695729787/ Pinterest: https://www.pin...

Good Habits without Rewards 29.10.2025

If rewards are not what we use to motivate, how can we guide our children to grow in good habits? // MENTIONED Laying Down the Rails for Children https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/laying-down-the-rails-for-children-a-habit-training-companion/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyCM SCM Facebook Group: https://www.fa...

How to Find and Use Extra Living Books 22.10.2025

We are blessed to live in a world that is full of good living books—so many that we can't schedule them all in our history curriculum! We've made free lists of "bonus" living books available to you. Here's how to find them and use them in your home school. // MENTIONED Free Bonus Titles Living Books List https://simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curriculum-guide/overview-chart/history/bonus-living...

Snatching Sunny Moments 15.10.2025

Charlotte Mason gave us permission to put homeschooling on pause to snatch a sunny moment. Here's how occasionally taking an unexpected break can benefit your home school. // MENTIONED For the Children's Sake https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/for-the-childrens-sake/ Four ways to schedule your school year https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/4-ways-to-schedule-your-homeschool-year/ // FOLLOW...

What Is a Living Idea? 08.10.2025

Charlotte Mason homeschoolers often talk about living ideas. But what is a living idea and how do you know you're giving them to your students? // MENTIONED What Is a Living Book? https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/what-a-living-book-sounds-like/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyCM SCM Facebook Group: https://www....

5 Tips for Self Care for Homeschool Moms 01.10.2025

Is your home school feeling stale? Here are five self-care ideas that will help you refresh yourself as a homeschool parent. // MENTIONED Sample weekly schedules https://simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curriculum-guide/overview-chart/#individual Smooth and Easy Days free e-book https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/smooth-easy-days-with-charlotte-mason/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagra...

The Advice I Would Give My Younger Self 24.09.2025

Laura Pitney joins Sonya to share the life-changing advice she would want her younger self to know. // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyCM SCM Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1445273695729787/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplycm/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SimplyCM SCM Forum: https://simplych...

The Glare of Perfection 17.09.2025

Even as you strive for the best your home school can be, don't miss the growth that's happening in the day to day. // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyCM SCM Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1445273695729787/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplycm/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SimplyCM SCM Forum: h...

The Story Behind The Charlotte Mason Elementary Arithmetic Series 10.09.2025

Richele Baburina joins Sonya for a special look behind the scenes at the creation of The Charlotte Mason Elementary Arithmetic Series. // MENTIONED The Charlotte Mason Elementary Arithmetic Series https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/the-charlotte-mason-elementary-arithmetic-series/ Mathematics: An Instrument for Living Teaching https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/mathematics-an-instrument-fo...

5 Tips for Starting Narration 03.09.2025

Narration is a powerful way to learn, but it can seem unfamiliar when your student begins. Here are five tips for getting started with confidence. // MENTIONED What Is Narration? episode https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/what-is-narration-charlotte-mason-language-arts/ Your Questions Answered: Narration book https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/questions-answered-narration/ Know and Tell boo...

Your Guide to 4th Grade with the Charlotte Mason Method 27.08.2025

The transition to 4th grade in the Charlotte Mason Method brings several changes for your child. Here's how to have a successful 4th grade year. // MENTIONED Sample weekly schedule and recommended resources for 4th grade https://simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curriculum-guide/4th-grade-homeschool/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.fa...

How to Encourage a Love of Nature in Your Children 20.08.2025

How can you encourage your children to love nature and the outdoors, perhaps if you don't already have that love yourself? Sonya is joined by her daughter Ruth to chat about some strategies for enjoying nature with your kids. // MENTIONED Journaling a Year in Nature https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/journaling-a-year-in-nature/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemas...

What’s the Point of Poetry? 13.08.2025

You may wonder why you should include poetry in your homeschool schedule. Here are some great reasons to enjoy poetry with your family. // MENTIONED Enjoy the Poems series https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/enjoy-the-poems/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyCM SCM Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/14...

What’s the Point of Handicrafts? 06.08.2025

Why should your student learn a handicraft such as knitting, woodworking, or sewing? // MENTIONED Handicrafts Made Simple https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/handicrafts-made-simple/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyCM SCM Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1445273695729787/ Pinterest: https://www.pin...

Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Composition 30.07.2025

Composition lessons with the Charlotte Mason Method are the culmination of years of your student sharing his thoughts and ideas. // MENTIONED Using Language Well https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/using-language-well/ The Art of Composition https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/the-art-of-composition-year-1/ Charlotte Mason Language Arts series https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/series/cha...

What Is Narration? — Charlotte Mason Language Arts 23.07.2025

Narration is a powerful tool that helps students take ownership of what they have learned. Here's how it works. // MENTIONED Charlotte Mason Language Arts series https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/series/charlotte-mason-language-arts/ Your Questions Answered: Narration https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/questions-answered-narration/ Language Arts Overview Video https://youtu.be/_YbrD-MSkpE...

Charlotte Mason Language Arts: Grammar 16.07.2025

The Charlotte Mason approach to grammar and English builds a student's confidence in the art of using language well. // MENTIONED Using Language Well https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/using-language-well/ Charlotte Mason Language Arts series https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/series/charlotte-mason-language-arts/ Language Arts overview video https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/its-a-nat...

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