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Why do kids that have no difficulty with computation suddenly become totally confused when given a word problem? Kids tend to look for the quickest and easiest way to complete a lesson. Therefore, once they see a pattern, they simply plug in the assigned numbers. Since this does not require understanding, they can appear to …
Enjoyable activities that develop hand-eye coordination pay off later when young children learn to write. For children already writing, they can help improve the control necessary for neat handwriting. Encourage children to practice using buckles, snaps, hooks, and zippers as well as teaching them to tie. Provide opportunities for pouring-while helping with a recipe or …
Let your children explore and make discoveries about their senses. Not only will they develop a greater understanding of their own capabilities, improve their vocabulary and ability to observe, but even though these activities “count” as school—your kids will think it’s just summer fun! Here’s a popular activity and several variations for exploring the sense …
The homeschool shopping season has begun. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you select materials. “One-stop” curriculum shopping can be like buying your groceries at a convenience store—expensive and limited. But, if you insist on the convenience of buying a complete curriculum package from one company, be sure that it will …
There is nothing more exhausting than trying to get kids to do what they don’t want to do. If you have discovered that the curriculum you thought would be easy, isn’t, or your home school has become a place of brooding instead of learning, you may want to try some of the following techniques to …