One of the first strategies kids use for solving number equations is counting on their fingers. With my oldest {currently 1st grade}, I began to notice that counting on his fingers {even using small manipulatives} was slowing him down. He was ready to move on to using a new and "upgraded" strategy. I realized that, for the most part, he knew his math facts to 10 and doubles … [Read more...] about Math Equation Sorts: Using Logical Reasoning
Homeschool Materials
Making Words the Dr. Seuss Way
It’s the end of February and that means one thing: Dr. Seuss’ birthday will be here before you know it! {March 2}. Dr. Seuss is most definitely the master of silly rhyming words. One of my favorite books by him is There's a Wocket in My Pocket!. It’s filled with silly rhymes, sure to get those giggle boxes going! In honor of his special day, we did some … [Read more...] about Making Words the Dr. Seuss Way
Friendly Letters and Fractions: A Lesson in Giving
One of the reasons I love homeschooling so much is that it provides many opportunities to integrate what we're learning in school into our every day lives. This makes learning meaningful, giving it a practical purpose. When this happens, my kids can clearly and immediately see the need for the skill they are learning. Just recently, my 1st grader learned how to write a … [Read more...] about Friendly Letters and Fractions: A Lesson in Giving
Oh No! I Over-shopped!
It’s that time of year again - Back To School. Schools are starting up and, viagra 40mg as usual, many fliers are coming to my house with the latest sales on school supplies, books, and super-cute classroom ideas. It’s like the big stores are reading my mind! Once upon a time I was the girl who could not wait for all the public schooled children to get settled in their … [Read more...] about Oh No! I Over-shopped!
A Space for Your Workplace
Imagine you are given the job of cooking 3 meals a day for your family. At first, there you might think this is an easy task. But, price imagine you must now accomplish this everyday without a kitchen. In fact, you have no set space to work. Worse yet, you find not only do you not have a dedicated space to prepare meals, but the tools you need for this task are scattered all … [Read more...] about A Space for Your Workplace