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How can I teach language skills to my child?

Welcome to our Learning Language Series Whole literacy learning encompasses more than simply learning letters and their sounds; it is the full knowledge and frame of reference for the English language and grasping the English language sounds. Literacy encompasses an array of spectrums: reading, writing, listening, viewing, and representing. We can help our children create phonological…

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rekenrek

creating number sense & using the rekenrek

Helping our children develop number sense and an understanding of relationships between numbers. When a child understand where number are in space, and can relate to that number, they can build confidence and think bigger about the world around them! We can help our children have a solid grasp of numbers sense in “a number”…

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Preschool Alphabet Book {free printable!}

A wonderful way to learn the alphabet is to make a fun book together! We made a Preschool Alphabet Book for each of our kids and they have loved looking back on them! My Kindergartener has enjoyed making her pages — here are just a few that she has made so far! She is so…

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Movement & sensory tools in Waldorf & Charlotte Mason homeschool

Children need to move all day long! They cannot be expected to sit or stand in one place for more than ten or so minutes (longer time can of course be expected as children grow older). But as for my seven year old, I will continue to keep our lessons short and engaging! The Waldorf…

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living books for emergent readers: I Can Read! American history books

“Children benefit from working steadily through well-chosen books,” Susan Schaeffer Macaulay writes in her book, For the Children’s Sake: Foundations of Education for Home and School, a summary of Charlotte Mason’s philosophy of education. And how true this is! When we give children the opportunity to read life-giving books, and ask them to share their…

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Understanding your child’s learning style and differentiating homeschool instruction

Differentiating instruction for homeschool is important for parents to feel confident with, so they can continue their important work of teaching and learning alongside their child. I include questions about differentiation in a free printable you can download at the bottom of this post. I taught full day kindergarten. It was painful to try to…

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Middle Grade Reading List for Classical Child promoting good morals and values {free printable!}

How can we find and provide good, quality reading material for our middle grade children? After children have learned to read, we must provide well-written reading material so they continue in their love of reading, while also emphasizing strong moral character and values. We want to promote good morals and values with Classical Choices for…

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Hands on alphabet recognition ideas

These hands on alphabet recognition activities are perfect for helping your toddler or preschooler recognize their letters.  Use these hands on alphabet recognition ideas at home or in the classroom! I used all of these ideas with my son when he was two and three years old.  And all of the hands on learning, and use…

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kindergarten secular curriculum

kindergarten secular curriculum suggestions (free printable)

I had a friend ask me about my secular kindergarten curriculum suggestions for an opportunity she is considering. What curriculum should I use for a pod for students in kindergarten? This plan is what I came up with for secular kindergarten curriculum and I wanted to share it with you too. Key components for kindergarten…

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Audio learning resources for children

I am sharing my favorite choices for audio learning with kids — these resources have all been used by us, but we are always looking for more ideas, so please share below what stories you have loved listening to as a family during car ride trips or at the dinner table or during quiet time…

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5 important ways to teach language to your child

Reading and speaking to our children, from a very young age, will help develop future readers!  Here is a list of five ways we can teach language to our children.  They are easy, quick, and fun for both parent and child.  I encourage you to begin setting aside time to read with your child today! Learning language doesn’t begins…

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Fifth Grade Homeschool Curriculum

My son is my world! I love being with him but that does not mean he is without his challenges! He worked so incredibly diligently this year and I couldn’t be more proud of how he is progressing. I’ll write more specifically on his narration, but what a joy it is to see his writing,…

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Art is not something I’m familiar with. Growing up, I thrived in theater and music, but never art. Unfortunately, I always felt like “I wasn’t good” or “that’s not my thing.” I’m sad about this! Since homeschooling my children, I’ve come to realize that I’m indeed a wonderful artist!! I can draw plants and bumblebees and even an octopus! I just need a bit of time, good materials, and a good teacher.

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