Living Books about Ancient Times for the Whole Family

Living Books about Ancient Times for the Whole Family

Author: Sonya Shafer April 15, 2026 Duration: 0:00

These are the books your whole family will enjoy together when studying Ancient history.

Living Books about Ancient Times for the Whole Family originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.


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)
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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.