Today’s kids have grown up with a screen, and, quite often, that screen is portable. Tablets, phones, and other gadgets offer easy access to entertainment, friends, and games, making those small screens covetable. So the war against the screen rages on fiercely for many parents. Screens don’t have to be the enemy for parents, however. In … Read more
The idea of using an app to teach your child or children might seem a bit foreign if you are not technically minded. However, don’t let that stop you from seeing what is available. After all, these apps are literally designed for children, meaning that they are purposely made to be easy to use and … Read more
Memorial Day is right around the corner, and, as the unofficial start of summer, many parents who were homeschooling during the pandemic may now be faced with three months of vacation without having access to activities for kids. In some areas, pools remain closed, summer camps may have been canceled and sports teams’ schedules may … Read more
The majority of kids are not natural readers. Reading is something that many children avoid like the plague. To them, reading can seem difficult, boring, or just not as much fun as the new game they downloaded last night. Finding the best online homeschool curriculum for struggling readers can seem like a never-ending challenge for … Read more
After a long period away from a traditional learning environment, parents may want to continue to provide educational activities during summer vacation to ensure kids don’t fall behind academically. Here are a few creative ways on how to improve reading skills for kids this summer…while still enjoying the break! Chalk the Alphabet, Names & Sight … Read more
In the 4th grade, your child is likely to learn much more advanced concepts than ever before. They are beginning to learn on their own in many ways and learning to think on their own. Much of their learning is likely to be taking place in the classroom. However, the coronavirus has caused schools to … Read more
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