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Working with special needs children: whether you're teaching or homeschooling - or wondering if homeschooling your special needs child is even possible. Tips for making the most of learning time.
Education Special NeedsFebruary 22, 2021February 26, 2021

Working with special needs children

If you wanted to regularly be working with special needs children, you could be a pediatrician, therapist, or even a specialized lawyer. But in our societies, it’s teachers who spend the most time helping these special kiddos. In schools, special education teachers are often the most patient, warm, creative, and predictable people in the building.…

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Types of learning disabilities & what a diagnosis means for your child.
Special NeedsFebruary 8, 2021February 10, 2021

Understanding the 3 Different Types of Learning Disabilities

There are many different types of learning disabilities out there. There are also a lot of other disorders that aren’t learning disorders but do make learning difficult. How can you tell the difference? A learning disorder is when someone has a hard time learning over a longer-than-normal period of time. To be a true learning…

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Encouraging Independent Work
HomeschoolingJanuary 10, 2021January 23, 2021

Independent Work: 5 Strategies for Encouraging Independence at Home

Today, I’d like to share an excerpt from a play I’m writing titled: “Independent Work in the Homeschool.”  Sound familiar? I know it’s a scene that’s currently playing out in households across the world, and  I’m guessing it’s made an appearance in your own living room recently.  Trying to wear all your hats- parent, teacher,…

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Easy and FUN homeschool Spanish curriculum in a surprise box! Check out our review of this unique alternative to foreign language instruction at home.
Education SpanishNovember 20, 2020January 14, 2021

Easy & FUN Homeschool Spanish Curriculum: A TalkBox.Mom Review

Easy and FUN homeschool Spanish curriculum in a surprise box! Check out our review of this unique alternative to foreign language instruction at home.

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Education Language ArtsOctober 10, 2020December 26, 2020

Making a 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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Education Language ArtsOctober 8, 2020October 10, 2020

10 Fun Writing Activities for Kids

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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Motivational activities for students - a few ideas that will catch your child's interest & motivate your child to learn!
EducationAugust 31, 2020December 17, 2020

7 Motivational Activities for Students

If you’re struggling with getting a kiddo out of bed, into a seat, and/or doing work once in their seat, try a few of my best motivational activities. Some will help motivate your child to trudge through work they hate. Some will engage students so they start enjoying their subjects. And some are so easy, you can start using them tomorrow!

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Teaching financial literacy to kids. A review of MoneyTime, a new online program for kids 10-14 that teaches the basics and beyond. #finances #onlinelearning #financialliteracy
Education MathAugust 17, 2020September 7, 2020

Financial Literacy for Kids – A Review of MoneyTime

Teaching financial literacy to kids. A review of MoneyTime, a new online program for kids 10-14 that teaches the basics and beyond. #finances #onlinelearning #financialliteracy

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7 BEST homeschool apps for 2020. Learn anything, anytime, anywhere with educational apps - all you need is a phone or tablet. Let's go! #homeschool #onlineschool #app #education #learnonline
EducationJuly 25, 2020December 17, 2020

7 Homeschool Apps that will Make Your Life Easier

7 BEST homeschool apps for 2020. Learn anything, anytime, anywhere with educational apps – all you need is a phone or tablet. Let’s go! #homeschool #onlineschool #app #education #learnonline

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Secular homeschool curriculum guide for parents. Find secular options for online, text, and book base courses in language arts, math, science, history and more! #secularhomeschooling #secularhomeschool #homeschoolcurriculum
HomeschoolingNovember 27, 2019January 14, 2021

Secular Homeschool Curriculum Guide: 2021 UPDATE

Secular homeschool curriculum guide for parents. Find secular options for online, text, and book base courses in language arts, math, science, history and more! #secularhomeschooling #secularhomeschool #homeschoolcurriculum

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August Writing Prompts
Education Language ArtsJuly 12, 2019September 14, 2020

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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July writing prompts
Education Language ArtsJune 14, 2019October 1, 2020

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
Education Language ArtsMay 17, 2019October 1, 2020

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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May Writing Prompts
Education Language ArtsApril 12, 2019October 1, 2020

May Writing Prompts: FREE May Writing Prompt Calendar!

Twenty May 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! May 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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April Writing Prompts
Education Language ArtsMarch 15, 2019October 1, 2020

April Writing Prompts: FREE April Writing Prompt Calendar!

Twenty April 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 April writing prompt calendar! April 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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15 Spring STEM activities to encourage hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics!
Education ScienceFebruary 28, 2019October 18, 2019

15 Spring STEM Activities

I’m so excited to say goodbye to snow and welcome the new season with some spring STEM activities! Read on for great ideas to get your kids excited about the new season and hands-on learning! Hands-on learning with STEM has really enhanced our homeschool this year. Science has become a really enjoyable part of our…

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March Writing Prompts
Education Language ArtsFebruary 15, 2019October 1, 2020

March Writing Prompts: FREE March Writing Prompt Calendar!

Twenty March 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 March writing prompt calendar! March 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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20 simple, low prep Wacky Wednesday ideas to help create a memorable and wacky day for your kids! Find Wacky Wednesday STEM activities, wacky crafts, and wacky surprises!
Education Language ArtsFebruary 1, 2019October 15, 2020

20 Wacky Wednesday Ideas: Easy, Low Prep Activities & Surprises!

Celebrate Read Across America week with these fun, low-prep Wacky Wednesday ideas! You’ll create a fun and memorable day that will surely become your favorite wacky tradition! Wacky Wednesday is one of our favorite traditions! When I was teaching, Wacky Wednesday was always the week of March 2nd, when we celebrated Read Across America and Dr.…

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40 Fun and Educational Field Trips. Check out these fantastic field trips ordered by category: Science field trips, History field trips, Art and Music field trips, Field trips for every community, and virtual field trip resources! #education #fieldtrips #elementary
Education History ScienceJanuary 31, 2019October 18, 2019

40+ Fantastic Field Trips for Kids

40 Fun and Educational Field Trips. Check out these fantastic field trips ordered by category: Science field trips, History field trips, Art and Music field trips, Field trips for every community, and virtual field trip resources!

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February Writing Prompts
Education Language ArtsJanuary 11, 2019October 1, 2020

February Writing Prompts: FREE February Writing Prompt Calendar!

Twenty February 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 February writing prompt calendar! February 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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