Parental Engagement with Kids with an IEP
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), originally passed in 1975, gives a legal right to all children to receive a “free and … [Read more...] about Parental Engagement with Kids with an IEP
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), originally passed in 1975, gives a legal right to all children to receive a “free and … [Read more...] about Parental Engagement with Kids with an IEP
Scottie is a certified elementary educator with specialties in math and curriculum development. Previously, Scottie taught grades 5-8 in public schools and worked for a local non-profit organization, offering families and students a broad range of family life education programs. As a mother of two, she enjoys spending time with her family, is an outdoor enthusiast, and continues to love teaching and learning.
Place value is a key mathematics concept for students to learn. The concept that numbers can be broken apart and put back together gives students a … [Read more...] about 4 Creative Activities for Reinforcing Place Value
A recent international study done by researchers at the University of California, Irvine found that since the 1960s, the time mothers spend with their … [Read more...] about Exciting Trends in Parent-Child Time [Study]
Lisa serves as a Learning and Development Specialist with Demme Learning. While she holds a B.A. in Legal Studies from the University of Central Florida, she seems to find herself consistently pulled towards education in some capacity. Lisa and her husband Chris have been married for 30+ years and are the parents of three homeschool graduates.
A personalized education is one of the numerous benefits of home education. But sometimes we have learn to adapt from child to child. “My Johnny … [Read more...] about Learning to Adapt with Personalized Homeschooling
Selecting a math curriculum is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a homeschool parent. Math builds essential life skills like … [Read more...] about 6 Signs Your Homeschool Math Curriculum Isn’t Working
Sal Khan is the founder of the online Khan Academy which provides free instruction in mathematics, science, and computer programming. In his November … [Read more...] about The Case for Teaching for Mastery
In the 21st century, libraries have evolved in their vision to provide far more than just books. Many libraries now offer digital resources, after … [Read more...] about How Families Can Learn and Grow at the Library [Report]
Miriam's first love is teaching. She taught several grade levels and used Math-U-See in one of its earliest editions. She has retired from working at Demme Learning, where she served for several years in a variety of roles including customer service, writing, and editing. She is thrilled that her two grandsons are beginning their homeschool experience with Math-U-See.
Spelling You See provides a unique approach to spelling that develops your child’s visual memory skills in order to become a proficient speller. Our … [Read more...] about Why Doesn’t Spelling You See Have Tests?
In the middle of the room on a table is a gigantic hourglass filled with sand. All around you are padlocked cabinets and drawers. “Ready?”, asks the … [Read more...] about Educators Puzzle Over Escape Rooms
