Unlock the Love of Learning
Two concerns that every home-school parent should address in the area of literature are that 1) children must be exposed to a wide variety of fiction and non-fiction, and 2) they must learn to analyze and evaluate whatever they hear or read. Activities that require children to draw conclusions and support their opinions will make …
When a child has difficulty learning to read, the teacher’s challenge is to add practice that will also keep him interested. Activities that let him see, say/hear, and do will be the most appealing, and, since all his senses are involved, should help him learn more quickly. The following activities focus on increasing sight vocabulary. …
Children want to imitate their parents and, so, are eager to read. At least until they discover that one short lesson isn’t enough! If lessons have been too long or too tedious, by their standard, they are likely to look for an excuse to avoid the work. Fortunately, there are a few things you can …
Originally Published: May 2001 There are a variety of good reading programs available, yet many children progress more slowly or with more difficulty than expected. Here are a few hints that may help. Read aloud to your children regularly. Include stories that use rhyme for the young or those struggling. This maintains their interest in …
Originally Published: May/June 2006 Are you eager for your children to be able to work independently? Most of us juggle so many responsibilities that it’s impossible to direct our kids all the time. We may sometimes supplement with software, videos, books on tape—anything they can do alone. Happily, there are also activities that will train …