Learning to write is hard. Writing is a complex task. It requires muscle strength in the arm, wrist, and hand; visual perceptual skills; fine motor control; and hand-eye coordination. In order for a child to learn to write it is important to address all those skills. And most of them […]
kindergarten
Scissors teach wonderful skills, build the brain and body connection, and prepare kids for real-life problems.
I am a huge fan of dolls as part of imaginative play. I have some tips and things to look for when picking a doll for a child in your life.
Homeschoolers have the luxury of learning to read at their own pace, in their own time, and in their own way. But most children follow one of 3 patterns.
Rock Crayons are a great way of helping your young child build the muscle strength needed for a proper pencil grip. And they are fun!
While using their imaginations, children learn how to interact with the world and other people. Here are some of my favorite toys for imaginative play.
Developmentally appropriate kindergarten has all but disappeared and our children are paying the price.
There are lots of great ways to teach and practice writing without actually writing. Here are a few ideas that teach letters with a multi-sensory approach.
Developmentally appropriate education is when the instruction aligns with what children are ready to learn. It meets them where they are and helps them grow.
Lots of programs teach upper and lowercase letters at the same time. However, learning capital letters first is a better strategy.