You Don’t Have to Be Charlotte Mason

You Don’t Have to Be Charlotte Mason

Author: Sonya Shafer March 6, 2025 Duration: 0:00
Does your home school have to look just like Charlotte Mason's schools? You have plenty of freedom in the principles of the Charlotte Mason Method to do what works for your family! // MENTIONED Simply Charlotte Mason History curriculum https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/history-geography-bible-lesson-plans/ Core Values of Charlotte Mason series https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/core-values-of-charlotte-mason-introduction/ 100-Year Legacy of Charlotte Mason https://simplycharlottemason.com/charlotte-mason-100-year-legacy/ // 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://simplycharlottemason.com/scmforum/ Subscribe Listen to the audio version of the podcast https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/you-dont-have-to-be-charlotte-mason/#audio Read the blog post version of the podcast https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/you-dont-have-to-be-charlotte-mason/ Upcoming Events https://simplycharlottemason.com/events-speaking/ Contact Us https://simplycharlottemason.com/contact/ Tags: #CharlotteMason #homeschool

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
10 Ways to Keep Homeschool Interesting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Keep your homeschool schedule fresh and interesting with enrichment subjects! These 10 ideas are easy, fun, and add variety to your day. // MENTIONED Literature/family read-aloud book lists https://simplycharlottemason.c…
The Secret to Planning Your Homeschool Day [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Here's how to arrange your homeschool day to maximize your children's ability to focus and pay attention. // FOR MORE Simply Charlotte Mason curriculum: https://simplycharlottemason.com/planning/curriculum-guide/ // FOLL…
Homeschooling a Single Child with the Charlotte Mason Method [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Christy Hissong joins Sonya to talk about what adjustments you might need to make to homeschool with only one child. // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: https://www.faceboo…
Homeschool Schedule — How You Can Finish Lessons by Lunch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Here's how you can organize your homeschool schedule so that lessons are done by lunchtime—it's all due to the Charlotte Mason Method! // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason/ Facebook News: h…
How Should Children Learn? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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How should children learn? Find out the way to teach that effectively leads children to love learning for a lifetime. // MENTIONED Why Should Children Learn? https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/why-should-children-lear…
What Should Children Learn? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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What should children learn in your home school? Here are the subjects you should include in your schedule. // MENTIONED Subject by Subject episodes https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/series/subject-by-subject/ Simply…
Why Should Children Learn? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Why do children need to learn? It's a foundational question that all homeschool parents should ask. // MENTIONED Ideas vs Facts https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/facts-vs-ideas/ https://simplycharlottemason.com/blog/…
Does Charlotte Mason Work for Boys? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Is Charlotte Mason homeschooling only for girls? Karen Smith, mother of three boys, joins Sonya to talk about how Charlotte Mason worked for her family. // FOLLOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplycharlottemason…
The Benefits of Music Study [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Christy Hissong joins Sonya to share about the benefits of enjoying music as part of your homeschool day. // MENTIONED Music Study with the Masters https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/music-study-with-the-masters/ //…

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