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The Benefits of Read-Aloud Time for Homeschool Families
Read-aloud time is one of the simplest and most powerful habits a homeschool family can build into the day. Whether it lasts ten minutes after breakfast, twenty minutes before lunch, or a quiet half hour before bedtime, reading aloud gives children more than exposure...
Teaching Empathy with the Sally Series
The Sally Series helps children understand kindness through friendship, inclusion, and growing up. Sally faces situations that many children can relate to: going to new places, meeting new people, caring for a puppy, and learning how to be a good friend. In Sally and...
Teaching Care and Patience with the Thomas Loves Series
The Thomas Loves Series is especially helpful for younger children because the stories are built around familiar experiences. Thomas enjoys everyday adventures involving his cat Whiskers, his treehouse, the zoo, the park, his bike, and his birthday. These simple...
Teaching Kindness Through Stories at Home
Kindness is one of the most important lessons children can learn, and one of the best ways to teach it is through stories. Children often understand kindness more clearly when they see it lived out through characters. A story allows a child to watch someone make a...
How to Turn a Children’s Book into a Weeklong Homeschool Unit – #Turtle Points
One of the best things about homeschooling is the ability to turn a simple story into a meaningful learning experience. A children’s book does not have to be read once and placed back on the shelf. With the right plan, one book can become a complete weeklong...
How to Build a Daily Reading Routine for Homeschool Children
Building a daily reading routine is one of the most valuable habits a homeschool family can create. Reading does not need to take hours each day to make a difference. In fact, setting aside just 15–30 minutes daily can help children grow in vocabulary, comprehension,...