There are many different ways that a kid can show gratitude. One of the simplest ways to do so is to leave a gift basket or a prepackaged box of cookies for your mail carrier. A child could also visit a nursing home and do a musical performance for the elderly to help brighten their day. Letters or cards are a great way to show those that live far away that you are grateful for them. Finally, … [Read more...]
Homeschool Math: 10 Ways to Keep it Fun!
Homeschooling in general can be boring for you kids because they aren't getting the socializing during school that they need. Some ways to get your child more invested in homeschooling math are to make it fun for them. If they are having a great time, then they will be more inclined to learn. Finding out what makes them want to learn is very important. If you can identify this, you can use it for … [Read more...]
Using Screens In Your Homeschool
No one was prepared for the upheaval that happened in all spheres of our lives when pandemic struck last year. It fundamentally changed the way we work and live, and one of the biggest changes happened in education of our children. Due to the circumstances beyond our control, many parents opted for homeschooling, and that presented many challenges. One of the things that parents had to decide on … [Read more...]
When Homeschool Doesn’t Go As Planned
When global pandemic turned our lives upside down last year, most of us changed significantly the way we spend our days, work and live. For some parents, turning to homeschooling was the only viable option, and it is only expected that most of them were not prepared for it. We cannot control these challenges that we face unexpectedly, but how we react to them is up to us. The thing about … [Read more...]
10 Holiday Reads for Kids of All Ages
Holiday season is approaching, and that means that school stops for a little bit, as kids enjoy their winter recess. This break is needed, regardless of whether your kids actually go to school or if they are being educated at home. Regardless of circumstances, holidays are also a good time for children to read. There are many books out there that will follow the theme of winter holidays, and … [Read more...]
Interest-Led Learning, One Rabbit Hole At A Time
Those of you following our blog that shows our adventure of homeschooling, already have some familiarity with our approach to learning driven by interest and experiences through delight. This learning has a nice analogy that I use often. I call it a rabbit hole as it allows us to dig deeper into interesting topics. This method starts with something that most kids have, and that is curiosity that … [Read more...]
How to Homeschool and Work From Home – Royal Baloo
Homeschooling and working from home at the same time is a challenge. Both take time, and having children around when trying to work can be a distraction. Still, there are things you can do to make it easier. One is to batch your work, that is, do all of a daily task at one time (i.e., answer all emails just once a day). A second idea is to hire a tutor, babysitter or high school student to help. … [Read more...]
– Why It’s Okay for Kids to Redo Their Work and Retake Tests | BookShark
It's actually okay and good for children to re take tests and do their homework over again. If you do that, make sure they have the proper time and that they do not feel rushed. Not only will this help them understand their errors and boost confidence when they figure out the right answer. There are many ways to revise papers, so if one method doesn't work out, then there are many others ways to … [Read more...]
Nature Journaling- The Ultimate Outdoor STEAM Activity
Journaling in nature is a perfect combination of activities that nurture your creativity while maintaining and expanding your interest in sciences centered around nature. This activity can be part of practicing mindfulness, where we get to appreciate our surroundings by letting go of our anxieties and stresses of everyday life. The best thing about it is that you really don’t need much in order to … [Read more...]
Starting to Homeschool – Homeschool Den
When homeschooling your children, it's important to remember that it doesn't have to look like traditional schooling. Homeschooling is very flexible. You don't have to limit yourself to a standard 8am to 3pm schedule or to a traditional curriculum. Hands-on activities, such as science experiments and playing games, work very well. A community of homeschoolers exists to provide advice and … [Read more...]