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May. 4, 2018
4 Reasons to Read Books That Might Make Your Kids (and You) Cry
If you are a family that spends a lot of time reading aloud, you have probably found at least a few books that caused tears. Book after book we read each afternoon, my kids have learned the sob routine. Nearing … Continue reading
Tagged benefits, books, cry, emotions, empathy, feelings, reading aloud
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Jan. 26, 2018
The Joy of Revisiting My Childhood by Reading Aloud to My Kids
Just glancing at the cover of a book can draw you back to a moment in time and evoke strong feelings whether heartwarming or heartbreaking. My first memory of my mom reading aloud to me was the unfortunate summer that … Continue reading
Tagged books, childhood, family bonding, memories, parenting, reading, reading aloud, wrad
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Apr. 7, 2017
How & Why to Teach Your Children to See More Than One Perspective
We don’t see perfectly, because we don’t (and can’t) see everything. But with our finite view of the world, we can do our best to listen to others and to hear their perspectives. This is something we strive to do as homeschoolers: … Continue reading
Apr. 3, 2017
Homeschooling Your Preschooler with Younger Children Tagging On
Your oldest child is four or five years old, and you are considering homeschooling. But you also have at least one other younger child. How can you make this work? How do you homeschool your preschooler or Kindergartener with other, younger … Continue reading
Jan. 6, 2016
How and Why to Keep Reading Lists for Your Homeschool
Reading Lists Can Last a Lifetime Homeschooled children will eventually grow up and reflect on their school years through the lens of adulthood. What will your children say about their homeschool experience? My two children are now grown adults, but … Continue reading
Sep. 16, 2015
3 Ways Reading Aloud Together Strengthens Your Family
Ever had a moment with friends when someone quotes a movie or book you love, and suddenly all those who have seen or read it join in, throwing out their favorites lines? (Cue your favorite Anne of Green Gables quotes … Continue reading
Apr. 28, 2015
Working with the Wigglies During Read Aloud Time
Did you know it's actually okay not to require your children to "sit still and pay attention" during read aloud time? My children have always loved to be read to, but after a few minutes they tended to get "the wigglies" … Continue reading
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