Homeschool
Professor B Math Review
Curriculum Review and Preschool Number Sense Game Math is one of those subjects that some kids struggle with throughout their schooling careers; yet other kids seem to just “get” it. Are some children born with that magic math gene while others are doomed to eternal befuddlement? I don’t think so. With the right teaching techniques, … [Read more…]
Preschool Number Sense
Introducing Number Sense in Preschool Anyone who has watched a toddler grow knows that children have an amazing ability to learn. This affinity for absorbing new skills is especially apparent in the realm of language, but math is often considered an exception to the rule or an uphill battle. When children are exposed to the … [Read more…]
2 Main Reasons to Teach Letter Sounds Before Letter Names
2 Main Reasons to Teach Letter Sounds Before Letter Names The ABC song is a merry melody that educators have embraced for over a century. . . but does it really help children learn how to read? Parents are so proud when their toddler can sing from “ay” to “zee,” yet it does them no … [Read more…]
Top 5 Phonics Alphabet Songs
Top 5 Phonics Aphabet Songs What is the first step children must take when learning how to read? Why, learning the alphabet of course. For over a century, the ABC song has been the go-to method of teaching toddlers those all-important letters. Generations of emerging readers have grown up inviting unspecified masses to “come sing … [Read more…]
Teaching Letters Naturally
This post contains some affiliate links. What does this mean? Teaching Letters Naturally The Best (and Easiest) Way to Teach Letter Sounds It’s easy to find letter of the week activities, printables, and crafts. Just hop over to pintrest and you’ll be drowning in them! And that’s great—we want our kids to recognize what letters … [Read more…]
Teach for Understanding
Note: This post contains affiliate links. What does this mean? Teach for Understanding in Every Subject Much learning does not teach understanding” ~ Heraclitus I don’t know about you, but in my experience tutoring kids who are behind in public school, I’ve found that there is a lot of learning going on in their classrooms without … [Read more…]
The Ultimate Preschool Curriculum List
The Ultimate Preschool Curriculum List 60+ Preschool Curricula Sorted by Price When it comes to preschooling, there are a lot of options. So many it can become overwhelming. That’s why I’ve put together a preschool curriculum list for you; so you can know what is available, and how they all compare. Please note that I … [Read more…]
How to Pick a Homeschool Curriculum
Finding the Homeschool Curriculum that is Right for You We’ve all been there before: trying to decide how to pick a homeschool curriculum. We’re looking for a good math, spelling, preschool, or all-in-one program, so we go to our favourite homeschool-momma forum or Facebook page, and we ask for advice. Hopefully we get a good … [Read more…]
5 LDS Homeschool Resources
5+ LDS Homeschool Resources There are a lot of homeschooling resources out there, and thank goodness for that. Many of these have been created by faithful Christians with a focus on the Bible, and that is absolutely wonderful. But what about resources made specifically with LDS homeschooling families in mind? Are they out there? This … [Read more…]