Summer Project-Based Learning Ideas & Activities
Project-Based Learning Ideas for Summer Summertime is almost here. If you’re still trying to come up with ways to keep the kids busy and engaged, have you considered project-based learning (PBL)? Although the concept of PBL has been around for well over 100 years, it’s definitely gained popularity in the last few years, and not […]
Benefits of Homeschooling for Kids with Special Needs: Providing Feedback
If your child has special needs, you know that there may be some reluctance regarding academics in general. This may be especially true when more difficult content pushes your child outside of their comfort zone. Luckily, there are effective motivational strategies for students with special needs, including how to provide feedback throughout your instruction and […]
Life After High School: Different Paths to Success
A big question on many a high school senior’s mind is: what can I do instead of college? Let’s be honest: hitting the books for an additional two or four years isn’t for everyone. Although some students just need a supportive nudge, others know, without a doubt, that college is not for them. For those […]
Benefits of Homeschooling for Kids with Special Needs: Assessing Instruction
Assessing students with special needs can be tricky. Students with ADHD or autism can struggle with testing. At the very least, being assessed is less comfortable for students who have academic challenges. However, it is important to assess exceptional learners to monitor progress more closely in order to discover challenges as early as possible and […]
Help Improve Your Child’s Critical Thinking Skills
Lately I’ve been thinking about the importance of teaching critical thinking skills to our children. If we want our kids to thrive in the world, then we must ensure that comprehension and critical thinking is part of their education. But how do you even teach critical thinking skills to children? And when is a good […]
