The mechanics of writing: Spelling
Do we really need to know how to spell? The answer to that is yes. But what is the best way to learn it? Do we really need lists and tests?
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Classical Schooling – Classical Education. Is it right for your child?
Classical education is a way of teaching and an education philosophy. Many families like the structure and way of teaching in classical schooling.
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Scheduling Homeschool – Rhythm and Flow
What do you do when scheduling homeschool? Does a set schedule serve you best or do you use a rhythm and flow? What is important is that you do what works best for your family, that serves them well.
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Reading Readiness – Is my child ready to read?
Reading readiness is where your child shows they are ready to read – not when we (as society, teachers, etc) deem them ready. When we don’t push they will show when they are ready.
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5 Tips for Homeschooling Visual Learners
What are some simple tools or ideas you can easily incorporate into your homeschooling to best serve your visual learner? Here are 5 tips to help.
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The Best way to Teach the Mechanics of Writing
Knowing the mechanics of writing is an important skill. It enables us to effectively communicate in the written form. When we teach this skill, then our children can be better communicators and can level up in their reading and writing.
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4 Quick Lessons (Good for Unschoolers)
This was a fun exercise. I had my girls give me 4 different books and I challenged myself to come up with 4 easy lessons within 5 minutes. Today I am sharing these ideas with you.
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4Cs and Skills Based Learning – How do you teach it?
It is easy to incorporate or teach the 4Cs and skills based learning. It is as easy as providing the opportunities for practice.
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4Cs and Skills Based Learning – How Does It Work?
It really is easy to follow a skills based learning methodology. When skills are supported by content, then you create a great educational experience that will take your children beyond school and into life.
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Skills Based Learning – What is it?
As I continue to explore education and what is best for our children, I have come up with my own educational formula that serves our family well, and I believe it could yours.
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Tools for Visual Learners: learner centered tools
Visual learners are one who remember what they see more than they do by hearing. They also respond to color and tone, pictures and visual info when they study and learn.
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Famous People with Dyslexia
Often, when we are learning about a new diagnosis in our life (child or otherwise), we look to celebrities, or famous people, to help us see that it can affect anyone. There are many famous people with dyslexia, and the list might surprise you!
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