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Feb. 6, 2019
The Big List: 25 Ways Reading Helps Your Children
I love books. And I love helping children learn to love books not only because reading is a great pastime. I also believe that reading and hearing stories read out loud should be central in every child’s education. So it’s … Continue reading
Tagged benefits, books, learning, read-aloud, reading, reading aloud, vocabulary
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Aug. 22, 2018
Letting Kids Learn Their Way: Even with Loud Music or Upside Down
Several years ago, my son asked if he could listen to music while he did his math. He didn’t want soothing background to muffle other noises or even some upbeat classical tunes to keep him energized—either of which would have … Continue reading
Jun. 25, 2018
7 Myths About Dyslexia Every Homeschool Mom Needs to Know
One question I am often asked is what to do with a child who struggles with spelling or writing or reading. Often, a parent will begin with a statement such as “my child can’t seem to memorize spelling words very … Continue reading
Tagged dyslexia, learning, special needs, struggling reader
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Jun. 1, 2018
Summer Schooling: 4 Solutions for Laid Back Learning
Sweet summertime. It’s a time of Popsicles and bare feet, sunshine and late nights. If you are like me, you love summer. For homeschoolers and public schoolers alike, it’s a great time to recharge your batteries and enjoy your kids … Continue reading
Tagged learning, relaxed, summer, summer readers, Teaching Tips
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May. 30, 2018
When Your Child Says "I Can't": Raising Kids Who Problem Solve
His big blue eyes looked up at me, and he said, “I can’t read.” I had just asked my son why he didn’t want to read in his Sunday School class. He was so matter of fact that I was … Continue reading
May. 23, 2018
7 Ways to Bring Learning To Life For Kids
Over my years of homeschooling, finding ways to bring learning to life for my kids has been a priority because I want my children to love learning. Making learning fun sometimes means we take longer to go through a curriculum to … Continue reading
May. 14, 2018
5 Types of Hands-On Projects and Extras Perfect for Sonlight
My oldest child is logical and practical. While my husband insists that our oldest is practically a replica of me, this is one area where we are as different as night and day. I am a creative person who loves … Continue reading
Tagged crafts, enrichment, extras, hands on, Homeschooling, learning, projects, Sonlight, supplementing
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