Some children don’t grow up loving books. Some avoid them. Some run from reading like it’s something shameful. This is a story about one of those children—a little girl we’ll call Tutee Z
Why Most Parents Struggle with Phonics (And How to Fix It)
You sit down at the table, a stack of worksheets in front of you. Your child grips their pencil, eyes already darting toward the clock. You’ve watched countless YouTube videos, bought a ‘Teach Reading in 30 Days’ book, and yet, five minutes in—frustration sets in. Your child mixes up letters, struggles to blend sounds, and …
5 Reasons You Lose It When Teaching Your Child and How To Overcome Them
Teaching Your child at home can be like riding a rollercoaster, full of twists, turns, and occasional loop-de-loops. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the world of homeschool frustration, exploring why it happens and, more importantly, how to bring it to a screeching halt. So buckle up, dear parents, and let’s navigate this wild …
9 Simple Ways to Make Writing Fun for Your Energetic Kid
Teaching your child to write can be a challenging and sometimes overwhelming experience. The resistance, the games they play, and that spark of enthusiasm slowly fading away. Handwriting and reading, no matter how hard we try to avoid them, require a certain level of repetition. What do children dislike more than the monotone writing of …
10 Reasons Why Decodable Reading Books Are a Must
Dear parents, rest assured, you’re on the right path when it comes to choosing decodable books for your child’s reading journey. I’m not just sharing my thoughts; I’ve listened to parents across America, the Middle East, and South Asia who have been in your shoes. Starting with the ABCs is essential, but it’s not enough. …
l0 Pieces Of Advice When Looking For An Islamic School
Before you type those emotionally laden words into the google search bar: ‘’Islamic schools near me’’ and wander blindly into the fog of Islamic school and recommendation sites, there are a few things you may want to consider when it comes to choosing the right Islamic school for you.
4 Easy To Do Tips To Help Your Child Blend Words
When you find yourself blending the word c-a-t and your child says ‘’Shopping cart’’. The question of how can I teach my child to read? pops up again. In this scenario, you might want to revisit blending .One of the most important and difficult skills to teach in reading is blending. Blending usually takes a lot of practice and phonics activities to get right. It takes a child a while to learn how to blend.
4 Math Homeschooling Curriculums That Are Worth Your Time
It’s difficult to find the right maths curriculum for your child. However, there are a few i’ve tried myself and reviewed.
Is Starfall A Good Educational Curriculum?
Are you asking me if starfall is worth your money!? Well, that decision is up to you but I would say, yes! I was introduced by a teacher of 19 years, who recommended the website! I would mainly iterate that it is very good for preschoolers to kindergarten. I haven’t worked with the older years …
How to Plan an EYFS Phonics Lesson in 5 minutes
YOU DO NOT HAVE TIME to learn to plan EYFS Phonics but its a demand! Here is what you do!