Despite very different personalities and learning styles, I taught both of my oldest children to read at the age of 3. If you’re interested in teaching your preschool child to read, whether he’s 3 or a bit older, here is an approach that has worked well for my kids. It doesn’t require expensive materials or…
How I Organize My Child’s Music Practice for Independence
Once a lesson is over, how do you actually help your child remember everything the teacher said? Over these last few years, I’ve developed a simple system that lets my 7-year-old daughter practice much more independently because she always knows exactly what to work on. And how. 1. I Treat Every Lesson Like a Planning…
How to Help a Homeschooler Struggling with Math
Test grades are dropping. The whining or sighs start whenever it’s time to work on math. You know your student hates the subject and dreads having to get out his textbook. Every problem is suddenly “hard” and he has no idea how to do anything on his own. Your homeschooler is struggling with math. Where…
How to Prepare for a Homeschool Year: My Step-by-Step Process
It’s that time of the year – all the curriculum I ordered is here and I need to prepare for the next school year so it’s ready to go come September. I actually love this part of homeschooling so much. I geek out about all things academia and organisation, so this is truly my happy…
Our Homeschool Summer Routine: Reading, Math & Music
It’s summer and even though the school year is over and everyone is on break, you’re still you. And learning never truly takes a day off. At least, not if you’re in the pursuit of excellence. Letting your school-age kids veg in front of the television for nearly three months is not an option. Last…
