Obviously, it’s important to keep discussions relevant based on the ages of our children, but even elementary-aged children can participate in political discussions....
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When math becomes a struggle, don’t just sit there telling your child to keep plugging along till midnight. Switch it up. Create a game. Change the dance. And along the way, you may find you’ve made math fun!...
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Math facts have to be learned. Unfortunately, there is no way around that reality. But, with a few dice and a little creativity, even learning math facts can be turned into a time of play and fun!...
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Who says school has to be boring? Shake things up a bit with these language arts bingo games!...
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Some kids love studying ancient history. No matter what curriculum or activity you present to them, they’re ready and willing. Their brains automatically see the connections between past and present events, between ancient discoveries and modern-day conveniences, and between people groups and places then and now. But other students, especially...
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When I was growing up, spelling practice meant writing my spelling words five to ten times each, Monday through Thursday. On Friday, I took my spelling test. This was not the most engaging way to learn to spell, but it was the way things were done. This method didn’t work...
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“Whatever works” has been my mantra for homeschooling for many years. As most parents of two or more children realize, the method, discipline technique, or learning style that works for your first child isn’t necessarily a good fit for the second. ...
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We want to know that our curriculum choices are building a strong foundation for our children, equipping them with the basics they need to pursue a lifetime of learning....
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When preparing your high schooler’s transcripts for college admission, there are a few things you simply must include (English, math, and history spring to mind), and several more that you can safely leave off (no matter how proud your little sprout is of them)....
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