What Spark helps you capture
These are the learning areas Spark will help you log, reflect on, inspire activity ideas around, and include in your portfolio.
Living books
Engaging non-fiction and fiction books that bring subjects to life.
Narration
The child retells what they have read or heard in their own words. Simple in practice, powerful for comprehension and memory.
Nature study
Regular time outdoors observing the seasons, species and the beauty of what grows and lives around us.
Handicrafts
Knitting, sewing, woodwork, weaving — making things with hands and tools. Develops patience, concentration and practical skills.
Composer study
Listening to and learning about one composer at a time, building musical knowledge through familiarity.
Artist study
Spending time engaging with the work of one artist at a time. Developing a genuine relationship with great art.
Copywork
Carefully copying passages from quality literature by hand. Develops handwriting, spelling and an instinct for good writing.
Dictation
A passage read aloud for the child to write down. Builds spelling and grammar in context, connected to real writing.
Nature journaling
Documenting what was seen during nature study — sketches, writing, and sometimes pressed plants.
Geography
Map work, place studies and exploration of the wider world through living books and stories from different countries.
History
Chronological study using living books, timelines and biographies. History as a living story, rather than a list of dates.
Mental arithmetic
Oral maths practice to build quick number sense and confident recall without always reaching for pencil and paper.
Foreign language
Early, conversational introduction to one or more modern languages — songs, phrases and simple communication first.
Free reading
Independent reading of self-chosen books purely for pleasure. Builds a lifelong reading habit and broadens vocabulary.
Outdoor play
Unhurried time outdoors for exploration, movement and unstructured play. A daily non-negotiable.
Not sure Charlotte Mason is your fit?
Answer ten quick questions to find your family's best match.
Explore another style
Get started today
See your style come to life in Spark
Your learning areas, activity ideas and portfolio — all tailored to how your family learns.
