Scottie Altland, Author at Demme Learning

March 6, 2019

10 Spelling Activities for Early Learners

When you tell your child it is time to practice spelling, you may get a range of reactions from “Can’t wait!” to “Do I have to?” Because of a child’s

September 5, 2018

A problem is simply a “problem” because there is no immediate, known solution. Problem solving activities in mathematics extend well beyond

April 20, 2018

Talking, singing, playing rhyme games, reading aloud, and experimenting with writing and drawing with your child are great ways to establish a good

March 16, 2018

It’s spring – time to get outdoors! Together the fresh air, sunshine, and change of scenery bring endless possibilities for exploration. In the

February 2, 2018

Teaching math can be much more than working problems from a textbook. You can turn outdoor activities and trips into opportunities to sharpen and

November 17, 2017

Our students are growing up in a world that emphasizes high standards for academic success. As parents, we want our students to put forth their best

November 3, 2017

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

February 24, 2017

Children tend to follow a developmental sequence in their learning as they grow and develop. As a very basic example, most children first begin to

November 11, 2016

Word Problem Challenges Many students love to read stories, play with puzzles, and creatively approach problems in their everyday life, so why do