There’s so many more pre reading activities you can do besides sing the ABC’s. Here’s how to build phonological awareness & language skills!
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Phonics Curriculum: Compare 10 Top Homeschool Programs
A guide to choosing the best phonics curriculum for your family. Plus, a comparison of ten top learn-to-read programs for homeschoolers.
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Teach Writing: 14 Ways to Help a Reluctant Writer!
Are you struggling to teach writing to a reluctant writer? “My kid hates writing! What can I do to help?” “I can’t stand writing! Do I have to do it?” Back when I was a teacher, I heard both of these comments frequently. In my class of at-risk teenagers, most hated school. Reading was frustrating…
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PRIDE Reading Program Review: Multi-Sensory Learning
I’m excited to share a review of the PRIDE Reading Program. We tried the Yellow Book Program Kit – Level 1. PRIDE is designed for students who struggle with learning to read but can be used by anyone. It’s also multi-sensory, meaning your child won’t spend the entire lesson in front of a workbook.
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My Child HATES Writing: 2 Tips for Turning it Around
If you’ve got a kid who hates writing, this one’s for you. The two things that helped us turn the corner (finally).
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Logic of English Foundations: Kindergarten Homeschool Curriculum
3 excellent reasons to pick Logic of English Foundations for Kindergarten! #homeschoolcurriculum #homeschool #homeschooling #learningtoread #raisingreaders
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Writing Prompt Journal: No Pressure Creative Writing Activities for Kids
A writing prompt journal can be a great way to encourage your kids to write every day – regardless of whether your kid struggles with writing or loves it. Why are writing journals so effective? A journal allows kids to be creative and have fun without the pressure that goes along with more formal writing.…
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Writing Activities for Kids: 10 FUN Ideas to get Your Kids Writing!
Getting kids to write can be stressful, but if you have some fun writing activities to help you and get your kids excited, it can be a fun part of learning. We have a list of 10 fun writing activities (plus a bonus!) to that can be a perfect supplement to your writing instruction. 1.…
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Teaching Writing at Home with WriteShop Primary: Engaging & EASY!
Fun for kids and easy for parents, WriteShop Primary is an excellent choice for teaching writing. I am so psyched to use it this year! This engaging, hands-on program will help your child become a better writer and make the entire process stress-free.
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Best Homeschool Writing Curriculum for Your Struggling Writer!
Choosing the right curriculum is a challenge – especially if you have a child who is struggling. Check out the top 3 reasons we chose WriteShop as our homeschool writing curriculum – and why it might be the BEST choice for you, too.
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All About Reading: 3 Reasons we Chose AAR for Learning to Read!
3 reasons we chose All About Reading for learning to read. An Orton-Gillingham based program with open-and-go, short, hands-on lessons.
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Reading Programs for Dyslexia: 3 Keys for Homeschool Success
How to select the BEST reading program for kids with dyslexia. 3 tips, plus our top choices in homeschool curriculum that will inspire your child! #dyslexia #homeschoolcurriculum #reading #raisingreaders #learntoread
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Choosing Books for Kids with Dyslexia: 3 Tips
Books for Kids with Dyslexia: 3 tips to use with your struggling reader from a mom & special education teacher who understands the challenges associated with learning to read and wants to help!
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Surprise Box for Kids: Booknicks Subscription Box Review
Book club & subscription surprise box for kids! Book Nicks unboxing and review. #raisingreaders #homeschooling #education #literature
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Moving Beyond the Page Review +Making it AFFORDABLE
Excited to share our Moving Beyond the Page review – PLUS 3 tips on how to make it more affordable for your family! #homeschool #secularhomeschool #homeschooling #education #mbtp #movingbeyondthepage
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10 Magical Harry Potter Science Experiments & STEM Activities
10 magical Harry Potter science experiments and STEM activities. Hands-on learning and FUN challenges and projects for kids! #stem #stemeducation #harrypotter #scienceexperiments #science
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August Writing Prompts: FREE August Writing Prompt Calendar!
Twenty August Writing Prompts to inspire elementary students to think, respond, and write! Fun and interactive writing prompts in a variety of topics. Read on to find your FREE printable May writing prompt calendar! August Writing Prompts Encourage your kiddos to imagine, play, and write with these engaging and fun prompts that will get their creativity flowing!…
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What’s the BIG DEAL about Brave Writer?!?
Brave Writer: it’s a buzzword in homeschool circles. A highly recommended writing program and die hard fans call it a lifestyle. But what is the Brave Writer lifestyle? And what is the BIG DEAL?!?
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July Writing Prompts: FREE July Writing Prompt Calendar!
Twenty July Writing Prompts to inspire elementary students to think, respond, and write! Fun and interactive writing prompts in a variety of topics. Read on to find your FREE printable May writing prompt calendar! July Writing Prompts Encourage your kiddos to imagine, play, and write with these engaging and fun prompts that will get their creativity…
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June Writing Prompts: FREE June Writing Prompt Calendar!
Twenty June Writing Prompts to inspire elementary students to think, respond, and write! Fun and interactive writing prompts in a variety of topics. Read on to find your FREE printable June writing prompt calendar! June Writing Prompts Encourage your kiddos to imagine, play, and write with these engaging and fun prompts that will get their creativity…
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