Homeschooling is a wonderful educational option, but misconceptions abound about this unique and interesting model of education. Here are 10 homeschooling myths, and the truth about each one. 1. You have to possess a teacher’s license. Different areas have different rules about homeschooling, but most places make it easy for the dedicated parent to […]
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Need it, Want it, It Would be Nice – Homeschooling Gadgets and Toys
Homeschooling requires some expenditures each year – the amount you spend and the items you feel are a priority are going to be as unique as you are. Learning more about what you need – or must have – and what items you simply want can help you prioritize your purchases and avoid blowing […]
Homeschooling 101 –What are Workboxes?
What are Workboxes? Workboxes give your kids the ability to complete some schoolwork and learning independently – and give you a chance to get organized in advance. The workbox system is simple but powerful; you’ll add everything needed to complete one task into each box. Your child will then access the boxes, beginning with […]
Professional Tools Make Homeschooling Easier
Professional teaching supplies are often thought of as “strictly for the classroom” but, when your home is your classroom, professional tools can make learning much easier. In fact, items designed for classroom use often are better investments because they are designed for multiple users over many years. That means a rainbow-colored 12 ft. parachute can hold […]
Online Teaching Tips and Resources for Educators and Administrators
Online education, in some capacity, is here to stay. It has become a significant alternative for many districts and for many different reasons. As teachers, administrators, and students adjust and consider online teaching possibilities alongside in-person classrooms, many resources are available to help smooth out some of the inevitable bumps. We’ve compiled a list […]
Green & Affordable Art Projects That Teach Color, Texture, Form & Shape
Art can be expensive. As a sculptor of young minds, whether a school teacher or a homeschool parent, you need ideas that fit snugly within your budget. That’s why projects that upcycle common household objects such as paper towel tubes, popsicle sticks and pie tins are such a staple of today’s organized art programs. If you […]
National Reading Day Classroom Activities
National Reading Day is a special event created to bring awareness to the importance of early literacy, particularly for pre-K through third-grade students. It’s a great day to show kids that reading can be fun, rewarding, and worthwhile, helping lay the foundation for a lifetime of literacy. Whether you’re teaching in a traditional classroom […]
Free Summer Reading Incentive Programs for Kids
It’s important to make sure kids keep their reading skills strong throughout the summer months. However, with so many great summer activities to enjoy, it’s often difficult to get them to read when they’d rather be outdoors playing. Summer reading incentive programs offer a great way to motivate kids to enjoy some books throughout their vacation. […]
5 Ways to Make your Book Club Shine
With School Library month upon us in April, what better way to celebrate than by energizing your book club with these simple, fun activities? 1. Connect Books to Film Several popular books are getting ready to be made into movies, including the hot young adult mystery, Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. Choose a […]
Finding The Win In Failure: National Inventors’ Day
National Inventors’ Day is February 11. This is a great reason to visit the library and ask for a book about American Inventors. The various stories of inventors and the inventions they are famous for make fascinating reading. Their stories are interesting because things don’t always happen easily. How interesting is a story with no plot […]
7 Lucky St. Patrick’s Day Ideas for the Classroom
Looking for something festive to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the classroom? Try these fun and easy St. Patrick’s Day ideas! 1. Paper Strip Shamrocks These paper shamrocks are as simple as they are cute. All you need is some green paper and a stapler! 2. Erupting Rainbows What’s better than colorful science? Take this […]