A typical day in our homeschool almost always involved a lesson or two online. Why? Because my youngest son struggled with reading. He is profoundly dyslexic, and his learning differences affected nearly every aspect of learning to read proficiently. We tried a lot of different approaches over the years. Some worked better than others. Some…
My son is twelve years old. I clearly remember him in his sweet little preschool classroom at four years old. He loved the arts, the crafts, the playtime and the other children. But the letters, the writing his name, the sounds? Not so much. Even back then, it was obvious that reading was not his…
Finding typing games for kids that are actually fun, engaging, and helpful can make learning to type so much easier, especially for children with learning differences. For years, I worried that allowing my children to type instead of handwrite might somehow be making things too easy for them. What I’ve learned is exactly the opposite….
If you’ve ever sat in a school meeting listening to professionals list everything your child struggles with, while no one mentions what they’re genuinely amazing at, you already understand why so many families begin looking for a different path. For many of us, homeschooling wasn’t the original plan. It became the answer after realizing that…
Figurative language is an essential component of language arts – both reading and writing. But finding figurative language activities for middle school (and high school!) that aren’t simply rote memorization and worksheets can be a struggle. These activities take a unique approach to learning and practicing figurative language in everyday life. What Is Figurative Language?…
Sensory issues are a part of our life. They are a significant part of our life. Accommodating My Child’s Sensory Processing Disorder For years, we have accommodated my son’s sensory differences daily. These accommodations have become almost second nature around here. (For example, I was shopping alone – praise Jesus! – at Costco the other night. I…
It’s a question I’ve been afraid to ask, much less answer, for a long time. What if my child never learns to read? Last week, we resumed my son’s daily reading lessons and practice. He is profoundly dyslexic, and all the research shows that in order for him to become a proficient reader he needs daily,…
If you’ve ever taught a lesson on conjunctions and watched your learners stare back with that familiar blend of confusion and resignation, you are in good company. As English teachers, we juggle independent clauses, complex sentences, and different conjunctions while also trying to keep our instruction accessible, accurate, and engaging. These 10 examples of conjunction…
Finding learning games and activities for your homeschool that actually suit your child’s interests and abilities can be difficult. Education.com is a resource that has educational games, science experiments, and hands-on activities ready to go, just when you need them, all at the click of a button. One of the most challenging parts of interest-led…
Seasonal mood changes in children are a real concern for many families. After years of trial and error, we are heading into a season that us typically quite difficult for my own child. Here is what has helped in the past and what are planning for this year. Understanding Mood Shifts In Your Child It…
When it comes to writing Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals, it’s easy for the conversation to drift toward what a student can’t do. We talk about areas of weakness, need-based areas of focus, and particular needs requiring therapeutic support. But when we start with student’s strengths, the entire IEP process shifts and, in the long…
Khan Academy is an excellent, free option for child-directed educational resources. Today, I invite you to take a look inside how we used it in our homeschool and see just how valuable Khan Academy can be in yours. A few years ago, my son became absolutely fascinated with ancient Egypt after a field trip to…
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