"The Three Little Javelinas" Activities and Sequencing
Trickster Coyote loses out again when Los Tres Pequenos Jabalies outwit him in Susan Lowell’s delightful book. Use these “The Three Little …
Continue ReadingAcculturation and ESL Students: Name Changing Has Gone Too Far
The acculturation of Asian students has taken a step into the dark ages. Why are students, especially those from China, being told to Anglicize their …
Continue ReadingAt What Age Should I Begin Homeschooling my Child? Tips on Deciding if Your Child is Ready to Begin Formal Instruction
So you’ve made the decision to homeschool, now comes the question, at what age do you start? Children are learning vast amounts of information …
Continue ReadingCharacteristics of the Native American Creation Myth: Examples and Resources
From the Zuni to the Cherokee to the Anishinaabe to the Inuit, the creation stories of the First Peoples weave a rich and varied image of how life …
Continue ReadingConsiderations in Choosing the Home School Option
Children really are the future. There is a growing trend toward homeschooling to provide the very best education. However, there are cons of …
Continue ReadingFour Ideas for Latin American High School Art Projects: Colorful & Fun Art Projects for Class
These four high school art projects will help your class learn about the art and culture of Latin America. Craft papel picado, traditional carving …
Continue ReadingHelping a Shy Child: Tips and Resources for Parents on Introverted Children
How do you help introverted children to get out of their shell and succeed in making friends? First, understand what it means to be shy, and try some …
Continue ReadingJ. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit Chapter Summary - Our Journey Begins
Tolkien’s, The Hobbit is a classic story, perhaps the first modern fantasy. Whether you are reading it for pleasure or an assignment, it can be …
Continue ReadingSensational Preschool Apple Poems Kids Love
Most teachers incorporate apple themes in their autumn or beginning of the school year lesson plans. This year spice up your apple unit with some …
Continue ReadingSeven Fun and Simple Elephant Preschool Activities
Teaching preschoolers about elephants can be a huge amount of fun. Usually the only time students come into contact with these enormous animals is …
Continue ReadingThe Preschool Debate: Is It Necessary for Kindergarten Success?
As parents, we’ve all heard it: “Where does your child go to preschool?” What if your child isn’t enrolled in a preschool …
Continue ReadingTips for Teaching Writing to your Homeschool Student
Does your student know what their role is in a homeschool writing course? When you give them clear expectations you are giving them an advantage. …
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