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In this blog post, we are sharing ideas for learning about natural science for upper elementary and middle school children through a foundation of nature study. We share ideas for encouraging kids to engage withnature as they learn, alongside deepening their knowledge and understanding of natural science.

In this blog post we are sharing about timelining and how to create a history timeline book for children to curate their own collection of historical events. This is a Charlotte Mason practice where homeschool children record what they learn about historical figures and events to solidify learning and create connections.

These are my favorite DIY craft projects for kids ages of 6-15. These are projects your children can do while you read to them or while listening to an audio book. DIY crafts are the best way to teach your child to work with their hands independently and quietly.

Let books inspire you in the kitchen and bring stories and children’s read-alouds to life in your homeschool. In this blog post, we share why real-world connections are such a valuable part of learning together, along with our favorite recipe and snack ideas inspired by children’s chapter books. 

Whether you are homeschooling a preschool-aged child or are looking for ideas to make special memories, field trips are a great way to add fun to your week and encourage your child to wonder, explore, and get curious about the world. In this blog post, we share 10 field trips for toddlers inspired by classic children’s picture books.

I have not used “gameschooling” in our homeschool until recently. Now that my family has entered our game era, I made a master list of educational games for preschool, math, language arts, logic, science, and of course, lots of fun and laughs for the entire family. These games gently encourage learning in a fun way.

In this blog post I am sharing how my four children learned how to read in their own way. Learn my tried and true tips and how to teach reading in a gentle, respectful way. I’m also sharing frequently asked questions about reading.

This natural science approach, influenced by Charlotte Mason, helps children build a relationship with the world around them through living books, firsthand observation, and hands-on exploration. In this post, I’m sharing what natural science can look like in the elementary and middle school years and how we add it to our homeschool.

Notebooking is a homeschool concept that incorporates many Charlotte Mason-inspired principles. It serves as a written record of knowing and telling, plus making meaning of learning in different subjects. This blog post is all about notebooking, plus how to incorporate it, best supplies, and examples to get started.

This post is a nitty-gritty look at what each of my children will be using this year and why. I’m sharing it not as a formula, but a peek inside the thoughtful process of building a homeschool that fits our family. Here are my homeschool curriculum choices for the upcoming year for four children in 1st, 3rd, 6th, and 8th grade.