Putting together a research paper is the culmination of a student's previous experience: skills, interests, and writing background. Writing a research paper can appear daunting, but it doesn't have to … [Read more...] about The Research Paper: 10 Steps to Writing One
High School
God at Work: Your Christian Vocation in All of Life {Review}
It is that time of year when some will graduate — with no clue what they want out of life. Hopefully we have provided our children with a love of learning, given them time to develop their interests, … [Read more...] about God at Work: Your Christian Vocation in All of Life {Review}
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
Learn to Code Apps and Websites {Free!}
Codecademy offers an easy way to learn and develop programming skills! The site, which has grown considerably since our first review in 2012, offers an interactive approach to help students learn to … [Read more...] about Learn to Code Apps and Websites {Free!}
14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Note-Taking
Note-taking is one skill older students of all types need to perfect. There are several benefits of being a great note-taker: Forces you to think while you read. Encourages you to make … [Read more...] about 14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Note-Taking
What is My Vocation?
Perhaps the answer lies in the way we ask the question. How do we know our vocation? Strictly speaking—and contrary to the way we pressure young people to 'decide' what they are going to do when … [Read more...] about What is My Vocation?
Productive Alternative to a Gap Year: Run a Business!
It has always been true, but perhaps with college having become a default societal setting it is even more obvious now -- there are a vast number of students attending college with absolutely no idea … [Read more...] about Productive Alternative to a Gap Year: Run a Business!
Instilling a Proper View of Work
Much like it does of success, our world has an odd view of work. We daily see those who loathe their jobs, who do the minimum amount possible to still receive compensation for their work, and those … [Read more...] about Instilling a Proper View of Work
14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Character Sketch
There are several reasons to have students write character sketches: To summarize or narrate a book read. As a prewriting exercise before writing a work of fiction or a biography. To … [Read more...] about 14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Character Sketch
14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Limericks
If you ask a student to write a poem, his reaction may be ... well, let's just say less than enthusiastic! The limerick makes a fun, easy introduction to writing poetry. The form is already … [Read more...] about 14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Limericks
