This school year felt like it lasted FOREVER. Many schools remained in session for up to two weeks longer than usual, so students and parents were both DONE by the time the last day of school finally arrived. As tempting as it may be to toss all thoughts of summer …
If your child or student struggles with dyslexia or dyscalculia, you most likely have experienced the frustration and defeat that can result in teaching the times tables through traditional rote learning methods. Memorization through repetition simply does not work for most children who struggle with learning disabilities. However, strategies using …
Two years ago the question, “What is homeschooling?” wouldn’t have even been a question one heard typically. Any Joe Smith would have probably answered with confidence, “When you teach your kids at home. Of course!” Basically, it was what you did when you didn’t go to school. But after March …
Follow these Simple Steps to Teach Children How to Clean the Entire House! The Chore Chart book is a start to finish, easy-to-follow cleaning system for kids. Cleaning a messy bedroom or kitchen can be overwhelming for any child. Often children don’t even know where to begin when mom says, …
Whether you are homeschooling full time or looking to fill in specific gaps for your child’s learning, it can feel overwhelming to find the right resources. To make this process a little easier, I’ve compiled a list of some of the best homeschooling resources to help you get started. Most …
Understanding the 4 Types of Learners = Smoother Seas for Educators This has been an oddball year when it comes to teaching and learning. With restrictions and fear, our schools and teachers have had the unpleasant task of reconfiguring their classroom, teaching tools and how to reach their students on …
Have you found yourself thrust into the world of homeschooling, but have no idea where to begin? Here is an easy 5 step breakdown on how to start homeschooling your children. Homeschooling may seem daunting at first, however, there are a few simple steps to get you started on your …
Stressing About How to Homeschool with Babies and Toddlers in Tow? Here are 4 Ways to Make the School Year Easier My mom had pulled us all out of public school the same year my baby brother was starting Kindergarten. She was a new homeschooling mom teaching 5 kids simultaneously …
Introducing Early & Emergent Readers to New Books When I was teaching a kindergarten / first grade combo class, I was always trying new methods to get those active little minds (and bodies) excited about reading. One activity my early and emergent readers LOVED that was very successful in …
Hands On Early Literacy Activity The Sticky Note Match game is and early literacy activity that is perfect for both the child learning the sounds of the alphabet or the for emergent / early reader. During my homeschool years, I was always looking for ideas to make learning fun for …
