Over the years we have compiled and provided dozens of ideas to "keep 'em learning" over the summer months (see additional resources at the bottom). While some DIY Homeschoolers will choose to … [Read more...] about 12 Ways to Keep Learning Over the Summer
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14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Poetry
Writing poetry may seem like an odd place to start when encouraging a young writer, but some students will find it an easier task than many other forms of writing. There are several benefits to … [Read more...] about 14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Poetry
14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Persuasive Essay
What is a Persuasive Essay? Just as it sounds, a persuasive essay seeks to change opinions on a topic. It reflects the opinion of the writer. It is similar to a news story in that the strongest most … [Read more...] about 14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Persuasive Essay
20 Ways to Choose a Creative Writing Topic
We've all been there. We are given an assignment: write about ____________. Of course, the topic is either something we know nothing about (and probably are not at all interested in) or the topic is … [Read more...] about 20 Ways to Choose a Creative Writing Topic
Interacting With Literature: Cause & Effect
Part of life is understanding the principles underlying events. Students can develop their thinking and reading skills by interacting with literature to understand cause and effect. Simply stated, a … [Read more...] about Interacting With Literature: Cause & Effect
5 Tips for Making Curriculum Choices Easier
We've all been there. The promises of that "perfect" product that will meet our needs -- which somehow implies allay our fears. We're all too ready to grab it. But if you have spent any time at all … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Making Curriculum Choices Easier
Onomatopoeia
Onomatopoeia (AH-nuh-mah-tuh-PEE-uh) is a unique and indispensable technique. It translates the sounds of tangible objects in the world around us into phonetic sounds, represented by letters of the … [Read more...] about Onomatopoeia
Activity: Exploring Shapes
A child's first introduction to geometry is typically through learning about different shapes -- identifying them, exploring the characteristics of various shapes, and matching like shapes, for … [Read more...] about Activity: Exploring Shapes
Grammar Workshop: Portmanteau Words
Wordsmiths love portmanteau words. There is something appealing about taking two words that touch on our meaning and combining them into one that conveys our meaning exactly. Portmanteau is an apt … [Read more...] about Grammar Workshop: Portmanteau Words
14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Descriptive Narrative
What is a Descriptive Narrative Essay? Narrative essays usually tell us how something happened. They are typically written in chronological order and use transition words such as first, before, later, … [Read more...] about 14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Descriptive Narrative