by smschultz | Aug 22, 2025 | Charlotte Mason & Literature
Charlotte Mason called them “living books”, books written by authors passionate about their subject, rich in story, and engaging to the imagination. Unlike dry textbooks, living books spark curiosity, build empathy, and stay with your child long after the last page....
by smschultz | Aug 14, 2025 | Charlotte Mason & Literature
When we first started homeschooling, I thought I had to choose between strict structure and total freedom. Neither option felt quite right for our family. We wanted the beauty and depth of the Charlotte Mason philosophy, but without the pressure to follow it...
by smschultz | Aug 13, 2025 | Charlotte Mason & Literature
Narration is one of the most powerful, yet underused, tools in a homeschooler’s toolkit. A cornerstone of the Charlotte Mason method, narration is simply having your child tell back—in their own words—what they’ve just read, heard, or experienced. As Charlotte Mason...
by smschultz | Aug 12, 2025 | Charlotte Mason & Literature
Charlotte Mason was a 19th-century British educator whose ideas still inspire homeschoolers today. Her philosophy centers around respecting the child as a person, nurturing a love for learning, and offering a broad, rich education through high-quality books and...
by smschultz | Aug 9, 2025 | Charlotte Mason & Literature
If you’ve ever imagined your homeschool filled with the rustle of pages, morning read-alouds, and stories that stick with your kids long after the book is closed—you’re likely drawn to a literature rich approach. This style of homeschooling emphasizes high-quality...
by smschultz | Aug 8, 2025 | Charlotte Mason & Literature
What is a ‘living book’ really? If you’ve been researching Charlotte Mason or gentle homeschooling approaches, you’ve likely heard the phrase “living book” more than once. But what exactly does it mean? And why are so many...
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