Syntactic Awareness: What Is It and Why Is It Important?
In a world plagued by text speak, it often seems that grammar and syntax have been tossed out the window. Many teachers question why they should even bother teaching grammar […]
Read MoreHow to Write a Diamante Poem
You can teach students of all ages how to write a diamante poem. Once they’re familiar with three basic parts of speech—nouns, verbs, and adjectives—your students can eagerly jump in […]
Read More5 Tips on Transitioning from Homeschool to College
Walking into the local college at 15 years old to take my first class was an intimidating experience. Having been homeschooled from pre-k forward, I had no idea what to […]
Read More7 Tips for Choosing the Best Homeschool Curriculum for Your Family
With the myriad of options available nowadays, choosing the best homeschool curriculum for your child can seem like a daunting task. And while it is a very important decision to […]
Read MoreGenius Hour: Empower Your Students to Take Control of Their Learning
Genius Hour is an innovative way to breathe life into your students by giving them more autonomy. When students are more motivated and engaged, they’re more likely to be lifelong […]
Read MoreEngaging Summer Math Activities & Games
As the school year winds down, parents face the question of how to keep math thinking alive during the off-months. Before we get to the summer math activities and games, […]
Read MoreReal-Life Homeschool Schedule Examples
A family’s homeschool schedule choice is as varied as the number of homeschooling families. Some families try to recreate the structure of traditional school, with a firm start time and […]
Read MoreBeware of the Myth of “Being Behind” in Math
The most common myth that I am regularly addressing at conferences, on the phone, and in emails, is the concern that a student is behind. I often diffuse these concerns […]
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