Bring Scotland to life in your homeschool! Explore its stories, art, and natural wonders with this Charlotte Mason curriculum.
Bring the Magic of Scotland to Your Homeschool with this Charlotte Mason Curriculum
Are you ready to take your homeschoolers on an unforgettable journey through the rolling hills, historic castles, and vibrant culture of Scotland? Our Scotland Charlotte Mason curriculum offers a rich and immersive experience that brings the beauty and history of this remarkable country into your home.
From the poetry of Robert Burns to the mysteries of Loch Ness, this curriculum weaves literature, history, geography, and art into a cohesive and engaging study. Your family will explore Scotland’s legendary folklore, its rich and storied history, and the breathtaking landscapes that have inspired countless artists and writers.
Designed with a Charlotte Mason approach, this curriculum emphasizes living books, hands-on activities, and meaningful connections. Whether you’re crafting sporrans or sampling traditional Scottish recipes, this journey promises to captivate the hearts and minds of your learners.
Discover the magic of Scotland in your homeschool today, and explore the rolling hills and mysterious lochs without having to leave the comfort of your home. Adventure awaits!
Try Scottish Recipes with this Tea Time Spread
One of our favorite activities in this curriculum is the tea time recipe section, where you can create treats inspired by Scottish traditions! Bake a rich and fruity Dundee Cake, a classic Scottish fruitcake adorned with almonds, or whip up a creamy and indulgent Cranachan, a dessert featuring fresh berries, and try your hand at even more of these delightful recipes! Each recipe is paired with a tea-time reading selection, so you can savor the flavors of Scotland while enjoying its stories. It’s a delicious way to bring culture and history to life in your homeschool!
- Dundee Cake
- Cranachan
- Scottish Shortbread
- Millionaire Shortbread
Above is a close-up look at the wonderful recipes we have in store for you this curriculum! Bake them with your family for a taste of Scotland!
Add a Poem to Your Tea Time:
We have included poetry selections that we feel capture the beauty and essence of Scotland from our featured poet, Robert Burns, Scotland’s most famous poet. Read more about him in the biography we include in the curriculum, and further explore his works with our copywork sheets for ages ranging from primary through high school! Here is a sample of one of our favorite pieces:
A Red, Red Rose
by Robert Burns
O my Luve is like a red, red rose
That’s newly sprung in June;
O my Luve is like the melody
That’s sweetly played in tune.
So fair art thou, my bonnie lass,
So deep in luve am I;
And I will luve thee still, my dear,
Till a’ the seas gang dry.
Till a’ the seas gang dry, my dear,
And the rocks melt wi’ the sun;
I will love thee still, my dear,
While the sands o’ life shall run.
And fare thee weel, my only luve!
And fare thee weel awhile!
And I will come again, my luve,
Though it were ten thousand mile.
Discover the Beauty of Scotland with the 120+ page “Scotland Morning Time Session”!
Get ready to travel through the lochs of Scotland with our beautifully crafted “Scotland Morning Time Session!” This 120+ page guide has everything you need to immerse your family in the beauty of Scotland through creative, hands-on learning activities.
Inside, you’ll find:
- 4-week Calendar with each subject scheduled on it
- Prayer and scripture memorization
- Copywork selections from Prayer For Joy in God’s Creation, Matthew 5:14-16, A Red, Red Rose, and To a Mouse in primary, elementary, cursive, and a notebook sheet for high school students (and moms)
- Memory Work: Prayer, scripture memory, and poetry memorization
- Living Books recommended reading list
- Artist & Picture Study: Allam Ramsay with four printable art pieces
- Composer Study: Thomas Erskine with four classical pieces (+ listening links)
- Poet Study: Robert Burns with four poetry selections
- Hymn Study: O Love that Wilt Not Let Me Go, with sheet music and listening links
- Folk Song Study: Loch Lomond, with sheet music and listening links
- 4 Scottish Teatime Recipes: Scottish Shortbread, Dundee Cake, Cranachan, and Millionaire Shortbread
- 4 Stories for Teatime Reading: The Lilac Fairy Book, “The Battle of the Birds,” by Andrew Lang, The Book of Elves and Fairies, “The Gillie Dhu,” by Frances Jenkins Olcott, Folk-Lore and Legends: Scotland, “The Mermaid Wife,” by W. W. Gibbings, The Book of Elves and Fairies, “The Smith and the Fairies,” by Frances Jenkins Olcott
- Handicraft: Leather Sporran
- Art Lesson: Loch Lomond
- Nature study: Scottish Nature Study
- History & Geography: A biography of Scotland’s patron saint, Saint Andrew, and links to various documentaries about important Scottish historical figures!
- Shakespeare play: Macbeth, with links to a live-recorded performance
- And more!
Ready to explore the world using tried and true Charlotte Mason methods? Get your guide today and let your adventure begin!
Paint the Famed Loch Lomond!
In this curriculum, we will paint a picture of Loch Lomond in the style of Horatio McCulloch, a beloved Scottish landscape painter! Put on our easy art tutorial, gather your supplies, and have some snacks ready for you from our tea time section for a homeschool painting party!
Loch Lomond, by Olivia Gratehouse.
Enjoying your painting party too much to stop? Grab these art lessons inspired by stories written by Scottish authors from the Masterpiece Society to keep the fun going!
Living Books for Exploring Scotland In Your Homeschool
Discover the beauty of Scotland through these living books exploring its history, culture, and famous stories! Check them out from your local library or add your favorites to your family’s permanent collection by grabbing them below!
Geography
Elementary & Middle Grades
Scotland’s Story (Illustrated)
Celtic Tales: Fairy Tales and Stories of Enchantment from Ireland, Scotland, Brittany, and WalesStory of the Orchestra : Listen While You Learn About the Instruments, the Music and the Composers Who Wrote the Music!The Princess and the GoblinQueen’s Own Fool: A Novel of Mary Queen of Scots (Stuart Quartet)Tam Lin: An Old BalladLittle House in the HighlandsThe Far Side of the Loch: The Martha Years Book Two (Little House Prequel)Down to the Bonny Glen (Martha Years)Beyond the Heather Hills (Little House Prequel)Secret of the Ron Mor SkerryLassie Come-HomeThe Scottish Fairy Book: Folk Tales from Scotland’s PastOur Little Scotch CousinThe Scotch TwinsAlways Room for One More (Owlet Book)At the Back of the North Wind: Complete and Unabridged (Puffin Classics)The Light Princess and Other StoriesThe Wee Scotch PiperRobert the Bruce: The King and the Spider (Traditional Scottish Tales)
Upper Grades
Complete Poems and Songs of Robert BurnsHow The Scots Invented the Modern World: The True Story of How Western Europe’s Poorest Nation Created Our World & Everything in ItPhantastesRob Roy: In Four Volumes; Volume 3Macbeth (Folger Shakespeare Library)The Thirty-Nine Steps: Authorised Edition (The Richard Hannay Adventures)Kidnapped (Illustrated Classic): 100th Anniversary CollectionPeter and Wendy or Peter Pan (Wisehouse Classics Anniversary Edition of 1911 – with 13 original illustrations)The Illustrated Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: 100th Anniversary Edition
Recommended Read Alouds
Treasure Island: The Original 1883 Edition With Complete Illustrations By Louis Rhead (Robert Louis Stevenson Classics)In Freedom’s Cause
Embark on a journey through Scotland with this homeschool curriculum!
Embark on this enchanting adventure and watch your homeschool come alive with the sights, sounds, and stories of Scotland. Whether you’re exploring its rich history, diving into its folklore, or marveling at its natural beauty, this curriculum is sure to create lasting memories for your family. Ready to begin your journey? Discover the Scotland Charlotte Mason curriculum today and bring the magic of Scotland into your home! And remember:
“It may be that the souls of all children are waiting for the call of knowledge to awaken them to delightful living.”
-Charlotte Mason
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