Studying the Moon

Posted in Homeschooling on June 9, 2017

the moon

When you look up at the sky at night either with your naked eye, a pair of binoculars, or a telescope, the most prominent thing you see is our very own Moon. It is nearest to us compared to the stars and planets, and on most nights it lights up the dark sky dramatically. The Read More »

Using Your Child's Interests to Enhance Their Education

Posted in Homeschooling on June 9, 2017

This child's interest is in photography

Some children are not cut out for the public school life. They have a difficult time becoming interested in certain subjects. If your child loses their interest in a subject, it may not be the subject causing their disinterest. The way subjects are taught in public schools does not interest peak children's interests. When there Read More »

Fun Vocabulary Activities to Keep Your Child Interested

Posted in Homeschooling, Teaching on June 8, 2017

Learning vocabulary words from a textbook may not be as much fun

Whether your child goes to public school or is homeschooled, vocabulary is an important part of their education. Learning vocabulary words in a traditional way is not fun for kids. They need a more hands-on, active approach to this repetitive task. So, how can you make learning vocabulary fun for your child? By adding fun Read More »

The Importance of Incorporating Play in Afterschooling

Posted in Homeschooling on June 7, 2017

The importance of play in afterschooling

Homeschooling and afterschooling come with their fair share of debates, often about curriculum and the pressure to meet academic standards. But one thing is certain, play should never be eliminated from the homeschooling and afterschooling equation. Afterschooling is the practice of supplementing a child’s education after school hours. Even children who are homeschooled engage in Read More »

10 Reasons Not to Send Your Kid to Preschool

Posted in Homeschooling on June 6, 2017

A preschool class graduation ceremony

One of the first things parents are asked once their kids begin walking is “Have you thought about a preschool yet?” No sooner has this cute little person evolved from crawling to walking that society is pressuring Junior’s parents to send him away to be cared for by strangers several hours a day, for several Read More »

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