Living Books about Ancient Times for High School Students

Living Books about Ancient Times for High School Students

Author: Sonya Shafer May 5, 2026 Duration: 0:00
These are our top picks for books your high school students should read when studying Ancient Times.

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.
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Simply Charlotte Mason Homeschooling (video)
Podcast Episodes
Why You Should Include Singing in Your Homeschool Schedule [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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://simplycharl…
Charlotte Mason Method Notebooking [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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/pl…
5 Tips for a Smooth Homeschool Morning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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 P…
Literature Discussions the Charlotte Mason Way [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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://simply…
10 Tips for Reading Aloud [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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/Simpl…
How to Cultivate the Joy of Reading [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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://charlottemasonin…
What Is Twaddle? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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…
Why Repeat History Time Periods? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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-geogra…
What Your Preschooler Really Needs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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.