Living Books about Early Modern History for Elementary Students

Living Books about Early Modern History for Elementary Students

Author: Sonya Shafer March 18, 2026 Duration: 0:00

These are our top books for elementary students who are studying Early Modern history.

Living Books about Early Modern History for Elementary Students 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.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Simply Charlotte Mason Homeschooling (video)
Podcast Episodes
Living Books about the Middle Ages for the Whole Family [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Here are our top picks for living books to use for the whole family for homeschool history lessons on the Middle Ages. Living Books about the Middle Ages for the Whole Family originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason…
How to Teach History the Charlotte Mason Way [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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With the Charlotte Mason method of living books and narration, history comes to life for your homeschool students. How to Teach History the Charlotte Mason Way originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.
How to Teach Geography the Charlotte Mason Way [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Geography lessons in a Charlotte Mason home school are much more than facts about population and GDP! Find out how you can introduce your students to the people and places of our world. How to Teach Geography the Charlot…
How to Teach Bible the Charlotte Mason Way [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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 Home…
The Tool of Creating for Lifelong Learning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Reading with full attention is a skill that will equip your student to self-education for life. The Tool of Reading for Lifelong Learning originally appeared on Simply Charlotte Mason.