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We are dedicated to Charlotte Mason’s original vision that sees the child as a person, education as a sacred trust to form the child and the home as holy ground for learning.

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Ten delightful folk tales written in a simple style allow children to read the story for themselves. 

Folktales are the ideal story form to teach reading. The Primer is the first book in the Reading-Literature Series by Harriette Treadwell and Margaret Free.

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  • Living Books Library


    Literature, biographies, and histories—written by authors who spark imagination and convey ideas rather than dry facts.

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  • A Charlotte Mason Education

    If you are new to Charlotte Mason's life-giving, joyful education, we have many helpful resources to help you get started.

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  • Teaching Guides & Curriculum

    Our award-winning, K-8 curriculum for homeschooling families developed with Charlotte Mason's principles in an easy to use format.

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  • What if Love Is the Curriculum?

    NOTE:This is the beginning of a short series drawn from work I have been doing on love, virtue, and the life of home education.  The homeschool morning begins with books...

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    What if Love Is the Curriculum?

    NOTE:This is the beginning of a short series drawn from work I have been doing on love, virtue, and the life of home education.  The homeschool morning begins with books...

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  • The Book That Gave Tolkien Dragons

    This is the third in a short series exploring the early life of J. R. R. Tolkien and the influences that formed his imagination—especially the role of his mother and...

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    The Book That Gave Tolkien Dragons

    This is the third in a short series exploring the early life of J. R. R. Tolkien and the influences that formed his imagination—especially the role of his mother and...

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  • How Did Tolkien’s Mother Teach Him?

    Last week, I shared some reflections on the early years of J. R. R. Tolkien and the influence of his mother, Mabel Tolkien. He was educated at home for the...

    How Did Tolkien’s Mother Teach Him?

    Last week, I shared some reflections on the early years of J. R. R. Tolkien and the influence of his mother, Mabel Tolkien. He was educated at home for the...

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  • Living Books

    Classic stories and guides that bring learning to life through conversation and narration. Discover living books that spark curiosity and guide your child toward thoughtful expression.

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  • Nature Study

    Books and simple, doable guides for learning in nature—observe, record, and delight in God’s creation.

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  • Writing, Narration & Reading

    Bring narration, picture study, composer study, Shakespeare, science and history to your homeschool through living books.

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  • Well-Ordered Year

    Planners, guides, and resources to help you shape a homeschool year that flows in rhythm, peace, and purpose. Includes practical tools for scheduling, reflection, and using our Living Books Curriculum.

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  • Faith & Family

    Celebrate faith, family, and nature with devotionals, outdoor activities, and creative studies that nurture joy, gratitude, and love of the Creator through His creation.

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  • Short Courses

    Practical courses that guide you step by step—from homeschooling foundations to subject mastery—all rooted in Charlotte Mason’s living education.

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About Us

Living Books Press helps homeschooling families find wisdom and wonder through living books, nature study, and purposeful learning inspired by Charlotte Mason.

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“Books, living books, are the chief instruments of education.”

— Charlotte Mason, School Education