5 Ideas for the Days Ahead

5 Ideas for the Days Ahead

Author: Sonya Shafer August 19, 2026 Duration: 0:00

Here are five ideas that, if you take them to heart, will change your homeschool year for the better.


Sonya Shafer invites you into a practical, conversational space about home education, all centered around the gentle, effective principles of Charlotte Mason. Each episode of Simply Charlotte Mason Homeschooling (video) feels like sitting down with a seasoned mentor who understands the real questions and challenges that come with teaching children at home. You’ll find Sonya discussing not just the philosophy, but the tangible, day-to-day application of creating a rich learning atmosphere for the whole family. The discussions naturally span topics relevant to parents and educators, from cultivating a love for literature and the arts to navigating the logistics of a homeschool day with multiple children. This video podcast delivers visual guidance alongside its thoughtful commentary, offering demonstrations, book talks, and encouraging insights that make the Mason approach accessible. It’s a resource for anyone in the Kids and Family sphere looking to foster a lifelong love of learning, moving beyond theory into the lived experience of a peaceful and productive homeschool. Tune in for weekly companionship that equips and inspires your educational journey.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

Simply Charlotte Mason Homeschooling (video)
Podcast Episodes
Why Your Student Needs Space Between Lessons [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Your student needs to have space between lessons to process and think. Here's the research that will help you schedule a more productive homeschool week!
Homeschooling As an Introvert [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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If you're homeschooling as an introvert, you know that there can be some unique challenges. We share some strategies and encouragement to help you.
Why Short, Alternating Lessons Work [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Modern research shows Charlotte Mason was right! Short, alternating lessons can make it easier for your student to pay full attention and retain the lesson.
Why a Wide Variety of Subjects Works [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Charlotte Mason may have lived 100 years ago, but her ideas were ahead of their time. Modern research backs up her principle that children should be given a wide variety of subjects.
What Exactly Is The Feast? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Charlotte Mason homeschoolers love to talk about "the feast." But what does that actually mean?
3 Ways to Take Narration to the Next Level [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Narration can be much more than simply telling back the story. Here are three ways to level up the Charlotte Mason method of narration.
7 Tips for Good Habits in High School [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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High school is the time to teach your students to form their own good habits. Here are seven tips to help you along the way.