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Aug. 5, 2019
Simple Steps for Reading Aloud to Your Baby
Sonlight curriculum begins with a delightful Preschool program for children ages three to four. It’s packed with fiction, fairy tales, and fun that you read aloud to your child. Of course, you can begin reading aloud long before preschool. In … Continue reading
Tagged babies, preschool, preschoolers, reading, reading aloud, toddlers
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Jul. 17, 2019
12 Books That Teach Empathy for Ages 3-5
Taking on the perspective of another person is at the heart of empathy. While you can lecture your kids about being kind, an easier and more effective way to teach empathy is to read books to them. This list of … Continue reading
Tagged book lists, books, empathy, kindergarten, preschool, read-alouds
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Jun. 21, 2019
7 Reasons Not to Teach Reading Early
"When my three-and-a-half year old asked to learn to read, I panicked. I had no idea where to start. I talked to one of Sonlight's Advisors, and she got us all set with Kindergarten Language Arts. The Instructor's Guide is so helpful, … Continue reading
Jun. 14, 2019
A 4-Part Checklist for Your Play-Based Learning Toolbox
The other day, my five youngest children raided the chest of dress-up clothes, focusing on vests and flat woolen hats. Then they grabbed their tall farm boots, packed a small tea set in an old suitcase, and trekked the perimeter … Continue reading
Tagged imagination, inspiration, learning, parenting, play
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Mar. 6, 2019
The Grade Level Dilemma for Gifted Kids Just Starting School
Parents of young, gifted children frequently wonder about grade level when it comes time to start schooling—"What grade is my child?" This question seems all-important because grade level is often used to determine when to start formal schooling, what types … Continue reading
Tagged gifted, grade level, grades, kindergarten, prek, preschool
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Jul. 30, 2018
You Can Homeschool Kindergarten Without Fear—Use These 4 Things
Between church activities, my time spent teaching in public school, and my time spent homeschooling, I’ve taught children almost my whole life. I’ve birthed three children. I’ve adopted one. There isn’t much that scares me about children anymore. There is … Continue reading
May. 8, 2018
Failing Preschool: An Early Education Trend That Crushes Kids
"My daughter failed kindergarten because she wouldn't sit still." These words from a mom who wrote me recently were just another confirmation of the unrealistic (and unhealthy!) expectations for American kindergarten. Young children are born to explore, interact, and discover. … Continue reading
