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Jan. 22, 2020
Supporting Your Sonlighter Through the 5 Stages of Reading
"I absolutely love that with Sonlight, your kids don't get stuck in a one-size-fits-all grade box with all the other kids. The stacks of delicious books, the discussions the books spark, the joy of learning together, and the confidence that … Continue reading
Oct. 21, 2019
How to Create a Family Anthology of Your Child’s Creative Writing
I’ve been looking for a way to make the most of the stories, poems, jokes, and plays that my children write as part of their Sonlight Language Arts curriculum. We’ve always added them to homeschooling portfolios and stored them in … Continue reading
Aug. 19, 2019
4 Ways to Coax Your Reluctant Writer Out of Blank Page Paralysis
Because writing always felt like a natural way to express myself, I was flabbergasted when I found myself homeschooling students who were extremely reluctant writers! The most I could expect out of them when faced with a blank sheet of … Continue reading
Apr. 5, 2019
How to Use Copywork and Dictation to Teach Language Arts
"Sonlight's LA program has boosted my girls' reading, spelling, and writing." Erin H. of Franklin, TN Copywork and dictation practices have been around for ages. We can even see examples of its importance in the Bible when men dedicated their … Continue reading
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Feb. 11, 2019
6 Helps for the Struggling Writer
I love words—all kinds of words, believing that that words, whether spoken or written, carry power and influence. I have always particularly loved written words. When I was young, I kept a journal to document my life and feelings. When … Continue reading
Oct. 19, 2018
5 Ways Read-Alouds Foster Mature Oral Communication Skills
My whole crew was sick with walking pneumonia and journeyed en masse to the doctor’s office. At the appointment, my six-year-old daughter and four-year-old son collectively informed the nurse that they felt feverish, fatigued, and as if they must gasp … Continue reading
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Mar. 20, 2018
New in 2018: Teaching Language Arts is Easier Than Ever
Teaching Language Arts can be overwhelming. It includes so many elements that you may wonder if you are missing something. Sonlight’s new and improved Language Arts programs take out all of the guesswork. With teaching assistance and step-by-step directions, you’ll … Continue reading
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