This might tell you just how old I am. I learned to type on an IBM typewriter my freshman year in high school 😳 Yes, times have changed, and I sit here writing this on my laptop. But our kids have never known anything different. Today, kids need to learn how to touch type much earlier because habits are hard…
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How to Use Free Typing Games for Kids
4 Simple Ways to Encourage Your Teens to Write
Do you have teens who are reluctant to write? Do they think they don’t have anything worthwhile to say? Maybe they are intimidated by a blank sheet of paper? Or perhaps they see writing as just another assignment to complete. Don’t worry! You can encourage your teens to write with these simple strategies. [The following post contains affiliate links. You can…
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Homeschooling During the Dark Days
This is a guest post from my sweet friend Shannon. She’s funny, creative, talented, and loves her family fiercely. And she knows what it is like to homeschool through dark days when you would rather just stay in bed. She has been there—is there—but she doesn’t stay there. Homeschooling During the Dark Days When I say dark days, I don’t…
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How to Teach Your Teens to Write for the Real World
Writing for teens should go beyond just writing essays and research papers. Teach your middle school and high school students to write for the real world. [The following post contains affiliate links. You can read my disclosure here.] For me, high school writing focused on the five-paragraph essay and research papers. Why do I remember them? Because we did them over and…
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100+ Resources for Homeschooling Preschool and Kindergarten
[The following post contains affiliate links. You can read my disclosure here.] Don’t stress over homeschooling preschool and kindergarten. It doesn’t need to be anything formal at all. And even if your children are developmentally ready to “do school” make sure that you keep it play-based as much as possible. Some hands-on learning, great books, and a plan are really all…
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