Thoughtful Literature Enrichment for Young Readers
Nurture a love of literature through quality children's books, thoughtful conversation, and meaningful engagement with stories.
Inspired by Charlotte Mason's emphasis on living books and narration, Garden & Ivy Literature Studio offers personalized online sessions that bring together rich literature, guided discussion, and age-appropriate instruction.
Children explore ideas, develop comprehension, and learn to express their own thoughts with confidence.
“She’s a patient and kind teacher. I love when she reads to me.”
— Elijah, age 6
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Who It’s For
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Homeschool Families
Homeschool students seeking literature enrichment from a Charlotte Mason perspective.
Language Learners
Children learning English who want to build vocabulary, strengthen listening comprehension, and practice expressing their ideas through engaging children's literature.
Lessons are best suited to students whose English skills allow them to participate in a guided story discussion.
Traditional Schooling
Children attending traditional school who are seeking additional literature enrichment.
What We Emphasize
Literature & Living Books
Quality children's literature and living books that capture the imagination.
Active Engagement
Listening comprehension, oral language, narration, and thoughtful discussion.
Individualized Care
A warm, individualized experience that values each child's unique ideas.
A Note for Homeschool Families
Garden & Ivy Literature Studio is a homeschool enrichment service, not a replacement for your family's full English language arts curriculum. Sessions complement your existing homeschool plans through additional opportunities to engage with quality literature, practice narration, and develop thoughtful responses.
How It Works
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You book online through the book a lesson button and pay electronically.
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You are emailed a Zoom link for your child with the meeting details.
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Your child joins at the scheduled time with their camera on.
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Listen, Think & Discuss:
We will read a book or excerpt from a book, then we will have a guided discussion time.
About Me
Hello, I’m Katie.
I believe children learn best when they have wonderful things to read, interesting things to talk about, and opportunities to explore the world around them. I hold a Master of Arts in Teaching from The University of Southern Mississippi and am a Mississippi licensed educator with endorsements in English, Library Media, and Gifted Education.
My experience as a school librarian and online English teacher has shaped the way I teach. I have seen how a wonderful story can spark a conversation, how asking the right question can encourage a child to think more deeply, and how giving children time to explain their ideas can build confidence.
I am also a homeschool mom, and homeschooling has given me an even greater appreciation for learning that leaves room for curiosity, imagination, nature, and good books. I created Garden & Ivy Studio because I wanted to bring these things together in one place.
My goal is simple: to help children become thoughtful readers, careful observers, and confident speakers, and to make learning something they truly enjoy through stories, thoughtful conversations, and nature. That’s the heart of Garden & Ivy Studio.
Ready to Explore Great Literature Together?
Give your child the opportunity to enjoy wonderful books, think deeply about stories, and grow in confidence expressing ideas.