It’s a question that often lingers in the mind of a homeschool parent: Charlotte Mason lived more than a century ago—can her methods prepare our children for the modern, STEM-focused …
From Curiosity to Faith
How Living Books Make Science Awe-Inspiring Have you ever looked through a microscope and caught your breath? Or read about a distant galaxy and felt your heart stir? These are …
A Gentle Start to Formal Science in Form 2
By the time a child enters Form 2, they’ve been preparing for formal science for several years—they’ve been watching birds build nests, studying snowflakes through a hand lens, and asking …
Form 2 Science: Laying Foundations with Purpose
When we think about “science,” we often picture complicated formulas or sterile labs. But in a Charlotte Mason education, science begins with wonder—and that wonder continues even as students begin …
Science in Community: Why Co-op Science Works
When I first discovered the idea of living science, I invited a friend to join us in our studies. That simple decision turned into a weekly rhythm of accountability, deeper …
How Living Books Can Fulfill High School Biology Standards
One of the most common questions I receive about my high school biology curriculum is: “Is it enough?” It’s an interesting question—because in some circles, this curriculum is dismissed simply …
Why We Don’t Start with Stoichiometry
A Living Books Approach to High School Chemistry When you choose to use a Charlotte Mason-inspired science curriculum, you’re not just choosing different content—you’re choosing a different philosophy. That means …
Fitting in Science Biographies
I still remember the first science biography I ever read: Mendeleyev and His Periodic Table by Robin McKown. It was excellent—so good that I wanted to tell everyone about it. …
Living Science on a High School Transcript
One of the biggest concerns for homeschool parents using a Charlotte Mason approach is how to translate their student’s coursework into a traditional high school transcript. The good news is …
Is Charlotte Mason Science Sufficient for a Scientific College Major?
One of the most frequent questions I get asked is “Is Charlotte Mason Science sufficient for children who are pursuing a science major in college?”. My answer, a resounding yes! …