Sonya Shafer
Simply Charlotte Mason Homeschooling
The weekly Simply Charlotte Mason homeschooling audio podcast with Sonya Shafer
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Sonya Shafer
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
Tips for Switching to Charlotte Mason from Unit Studies 16.01.2025 13:25
If you are coming from project-based learning with Unit Studies to a Charlotte Mason approach, you'll want to keep these things in mind. // MENTIONED How to Switch to Charlotte Mason series https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhkD5hzLjrk3tqby9SMnlStC4rmiRC4rs 6 Tools for Self-Education https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/series/6-tools-for-self-education/ // FOR MORE Basic Book of Centuries (...
Tips for Switching to Charlotte Mason from Classical 08.01.2025 15:59
Switching to Charlotte Mason from Classical homeschooling? Here are the tips you need to be successful. If you are coming to Charlotte Mason Method homeschooling from another curriculum like Classical Conversations, you may want to compare Charlotte Mason with Classical Education. Learn from these top tips from homeschool author and speaker Sonya Shafer that will help you succeed as a homeschool p...
Tips for Switching to Charlotte Mason from Textbooks 01.01.2025 13:16
If you are coming to the Charlotte Mason Method from another homeschool approach that uses textbooks, you'll need to make these changes to be successful. Videos for Making the Transition Gradually https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhkD5hzLjrk3tqby9SMnlStC4rmiRC4rs // FOR MORE Information Is Not Education https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/education-is-too-often-misunderstood/ Skill-Based S...
Tips for Switching to Charlotte Mason from a Classroom 26.12.2024 11:48
Coming to Charlotte Mason homeschooling from public school or a classroom? Here are the tips you need to be successful. Making the Transition to Charlotte Mason https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhkD5hzLjrk3tqby9SMnlStC4rmiRC4rs // FOR MORE Charlotte Mason Style Assessment (article series) https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/series/cm-style-assessment/ Teaching Your Child How to Learn https...
Tips for Starting Charlotte Mason Homeschool from Scratch 18.12.2024 10:12
You're planning to use Charlotte Mason right from the start—that's great! Here are some tips to help you make sure you're on the right path. // VIDEOS MENTIONED Switch to CM series https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhkD5hzLjrk3tqby9SMnlStC4rmiRC4rs // FOR MORE Don't Overload https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/lesson-1-from-the-exhibit-hall-savoring-vs-shoveling/ Small, Constant Touches htt...
The Mental Shift You Need to Make 11.12.2024 16:11
To be successful homeschooling with the Charlotte Mason Method, you'll need to make this mental shift. // MENTIONED Previous videos in this series https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhkD5hzLjrk3tqby9SMnlStC4rmiRC4rs Five Flavors of Homeschooling https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKAkKvZIHz4 // FOR MORE A System or a Method? article https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/a-system-or-a-method/ Is M...
Add Variety with Four Interesting Subjects 04.12.2024 14:46
These four subjects will add interest your homeschool schedule, plus you'll be teaching your children valuable character traits and life skills. // MENTIONED Previous videos in this series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhkD5hzLjrk3tqby9SMnlStC4rmiRC4rs Shakespeare in Three Steps https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/shakespeare-three-steps/ Conversations in Character Plutarch books http...
Three Subjects You Need to Check 26.11.2024 14:00
Make sure you're doing math, science, and language arts the Charlotte Mason way, to ensure that your children will learn effectively. // MENTIONED Other episodes in this series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhkD5hzLjrk3tqby9SMnlStC4rmiRC4rs A huge list of living science books! https://simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curriculum-guide/individual-graded-subjects/living-science-books/ Math...
Two Ways to Feed Your Children’s Minds Every Day 20.11.2024 8:15
Do these two things to feed your children's minds every day. // MENTIONED Watch the rest of this series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vAOGXmwPTM&list=PLhkD5hzLjrk3tqby9SMnlStC4rmiRC4rs Some of our favorite family read-aloud books https://simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curriculum-guide/literature/ How to set up your Scripture Memory System https://simplycharlottemason.com/timesavers/memorysy...
Weekly School Subjects You’ll Love 12.11.2024 13:55
These five subjects add variety and interest to your homeschool week, but they only take a few minutes to do! // MENTIONED Switching to Charlotte Mason series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhkD5hzLjrk3tqby9SMnlStC4rmiRC4rs Free printable Book of Centuries template https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/basic-book-of-centuries/ My Book of Centuries https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/m...
Two Foundational Charlotte Mason Methods 06.11.2024 10:28
If you want to make the switch to Charlotte Mason Method homeschooling, you need to understand these two foundational methods. ~ Simply Charlotte Mason Curriculum (book lists and ready-to-go plans) https://simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curriculum-guide/ ~ Favorite living books for history (and Bible) Genesis through Deuteronomy & Ancient Egypt https://simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curricul...
Why Charlotte Mason is a Lifestyle 30.10.2024 19:00
We might have started homeschooling with the Charlotte Mason Method thinking about curriculum, but it quickly becomes a wonderful way of life! Amber O'Neal Johnston joins Sonya to chat about how Charlotte Mason truly is a lifestyle. // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyCM SCM Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/grou...
What to Do When Your Child Doesn’t Like a School Subject 23.10.2024 16:14
Your child says he doesn't like math... or art.... Your child doesn't like a school subject. What should you do? // 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: htt...
Charlotte Mason on a Budget 16.10.2024 17:23
Here are some tips and ideas for doing Charlotte Mason on a budget. // MENTIONED Search for Living Book Libraries on charlottemasonincommunity.com // 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://t...
How to Know Your Child Is Ready for Reading Lessons 09.10.2024 21:23
Teaching your child to read can seem daunting, but if you look for these signs, you'll know when your child is ready. // MENTIONED Delightful Reading, Level 1: Playing with Letters and Sounds https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/delightful-reading-level-1-playing-letters-sounds/ Delightful Reading, Level 2: Words I Can Build https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/delightful-reading-level-2-words...
Why You Should Include Singing in Your Homeschool Schedule 02.10.2024 10:15
Singing brings your family together in a special way that's unlike anything else! Christy Hissong joins Sonya to share how singing impacted her homeschool journey. // MENTIONED Singing the Great Hymns https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/singing-great-hymns/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyCM SCM Facebook Group: h...
Charlotte Mason Method Notebooking 25.09.2024 9:31
Here's an overview of the notebooks that students keep in a Charlotte Mason Method homeschool. Charlotte Mason Method Notebooking originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason .
How to Choose Substitute Living Science Books 18.09.2024 16:53
It seems like living science books often go out of print after just a couple of years. Here are some ways you can find a substitute book. // MENTIONED Karen's Living Science Books List https://simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curriculum-guide/individual-graded-subjects/living-science-books/ Discovering What God Has Made (1–3 grade curriculum) https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/discovering-wha...
5 Tips for a Smooth Homeschool Morning 12.09.2024 17:13
Here are five ways you can set yourself up for a smooth homeschool morning every day. // FOR MORE Charlotte Mason Student Motto https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/series/i-am-i-can-i-ought-i-will/ Homeschooling with Preschoolers in the Mix https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/homeschooling-preschoolers-mix/ Why Nagging Doesn't Work https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/why-nagging-doesnt-work/...
Literature Discussions the Charlotte Mason Way 04.09.2024 20:19
With upper level literature, students need to discuss genre, themes, plot, character, and more. How can we do this in a Charlotte Mason way? // FOR MORE Great Book Discussions high school literature guides https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/great-book-discussions-series-high-school-literature/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.faceb...
10 Tips for Reading Aloud 28.08.2024 19:23
Find out how you can become your child's favorite book narrator! Here are 10 tips for reading aloud well. // 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://si...
How to Cultivate the Joy of Reading 21.08.2024 17:56
As parents we want our children to enjoy reading. Here's how you can set your child up to love reading for life. // MENTIONED The Enchanted Hour book https://a.co/d/fpN76HZ Living Books Libraries https://charlottemasonincommunity.com What a Living Book Sounds Like https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/what-a-living-book-sounds-like/ Supporting Older Children as They Read Their Own Books https://si...
What Is Twaddle? 14.08.2024 19:38
What does it mean to avoid twaddle in your home school? Sonya is here to explain. // FOR MORE Another article on twaddle https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/twaddle-too-often/ // 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.c...
Why Repeat History Time Periods? 07.08.2024 16:36
Amber O'Neal Johnston joins Sonya to talk about why history is so interesting with the Charlotte Mason homeschool approach. // FOR MORE Simply CM History Lesson Plans https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/history-geography-bible-lesson-plans/ // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyCM SCM Facebook Group: https://www.facebo...
What Your Preschooler Really Needs 31.07.2024 23:36
Here is what your preschooler really needs from you between ages 3 and 5, and what will truly prepare your preschooler for first grade. What Your Preschooler Really Needs originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason .
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