Getting kids excited about reading can be more difficult than it looks, but I think it all comes down to following the few pieces of advice that I am going to talk about today. Each child is different, so it’s important to realize that. Even if your older child(ren) really enjoy reading, your younger one(s) might not. Create an individualized reading plan for each kid rather than trying to fit them all into the same one. Lead by example. When your little ones see you reading, they want to read. Leading by example is probably the most powerful way to influence your children and their desire to read. Find the right books. Find. The. Right. Books. I cannot stress this enough. No matter how many times you try to get your kiddos to read, it’s not going to happen if the books aren’t their books. You have books, right? The ones you get excited to read… the ones you love thumbing through at the bookstore… those books! They need some, too. If you’re anything like me, … [Read more...]
Simple Ways to Incorporate Summer Learning
Summer learning loss is something that happens in most kids as they sit at home over the summer. This means that every year, teachers spend the first 6 weeks of school teaching things their students had learned in the year prior to summer. However, you can prevent summer learning loss by incorporating these simple activities into your summer fun! 25 Simple Ways to Incorporate Summer Learning Summer learning can be incorporated into the everyday things you do with your kids. Instead of just doing, stop and think of ways to make it educational. Ask questions and have fun! What other ways do you incorporate learning into your summer fun? We would love to know in the comments below! Other posts that may interest you: … [Read more...]
Ultimate Beginner Guide To Homeschooling Your Child
Are you thinking about homeschooling? This Ultimate Guide To Homeschooling Your Child is a great place to begin! We have gathered up our top tips, links to great ideas, and have pulled it all together in one location. Ultimate Beginner Guide To Homeschooling Your Child 10 things To Do Before You Start Homeschooling: If you are just getting started, this is the first place to go for tips and information. Start out your homeschool journey on the right foot by starting here to learn what steps to take to begin. We've given you great tips, guidance, and ideas for starting a home school classroom with success. How To Homeschool For Free: Concerned about the cost of homeschooling your child? Look no further than our tips on how to homeschool for free. This list of tips and suggestions is ideal for making your expenses zero when you begin. Learn from the best homeschoolers where to find curriculum, lesson plans, and even supplies for free. 5 Homeschool … [Read more...]
25 Homeschool Supplies You Can’t Live Without
Let me help you get started homeschooling with the ultimate list of 25 Homeschool Supplies You Can't Live Without. This list includes basic items as well as my personal favorites that simply make homeschooling easier to manage. Whether you are new to homeschooling or have been doing this for years, this list is a great place to find items you may not realize will help make your homeschool journey easy. 25 Homeschool Supplies You Can't Live Without This list of homeschool supplies is a must for every classroom. Begin here for a great way to start your homeschool classroom for success this year. Other posts that may interest you: … [Read more...]
5 Best Educational Apps for Children
It used to be that kids would be happy with a stick or a piece of paper and a crayon. But with so much new technology available, kids now have the opportunity to learn in creative and innovative ways. Whether it’s during designated screen time or long car rides, take advantage of these five great educational apps for children to set them up for learning success! Elmo Loves 123s A favorite Sesame Street character comes to life in this fun app for preschoolers that teaches numbers and basic math. Kids are guided by Elmo and Abby Cadabby through interactive learning videos, puzzles, and coloring pages that teach numbers 1-20. To keep the learning going outside the app, parents can access a special screen to see how much time their child spent on the app, what numbers he learned, and what percentage of questions he got correct. Marble Math Junior Combining a marble maze game with math problems, Marble Math Junior teaches 5-8 year olds basic math skills, including shape … [Read more...]
How To Organize Your Homeschool Papers
Homeschooling can bring a lot of clutter into your life, so I am sharing my tips for How To Organize Your Homeschool Papers. This list of tips is perfect for keeping track of the things you must have on hand, while not feeling overwhelmed by always being on task sorting paperwork. Keeping your homeschool tasks on target is easier than ever with these simple tips. How To Organize Your Homeschool Papers Only keep what you have to have for tracking purposes. If you really want to know how to organize your homeschool papers, it comes down to understanding what you actually have to keep track of for state regulations. Make sure with your state homeschool department division of the board of education what is required of you each year. Some states don't require any paperwork to be submitted, thus your organization may be just for your own use. Other states require you to submit testing and a portfolio of work each year. Before you begin anything, find out what you … [Read more...]
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