The letter L is a dependable letter. It usually makes the “lll” sound as in let. This is especially the case when the letter L is not partnered with another consonant However, it is sometimes silent when followed by a consonant in the same syllable (as in should or walk).  This isn’t always the case… it […]
Science is all about classification, organization, and thinking that involves critical and logical skills. One of the most important steps that we as homeschooling parents can teach our children is how to use the Scientific Method. Not only is teaching the Scientific Method a required process in education, but also it is also a very […]
The most important thing to teach in early science is observation. Teaching your kids to observe, and make notes of what they see is as important as getting the concepts. They can draw pictures of what they see, make notes or even take along a camera to take pictures and scrap book their observations. Encourage, […]
How do I go about choosing a babysitter? Get a trusted friend or family member if possible. Get recommendations from friends. Trade childcare with friends who have kids. Do not hire a sitter under age 12. Watch your child’s reaction when you tell them a sitter they know is coming, and listen to what your […]
The letter H is a dependable letter. It usually makes the “huh” sound as in hat. This is especially the case when the letter H is not partnered with another consonant However, it is sometimes silent (as in ghost or hour).  It is also part of a number of digraphs: she, the, phonics, chicken, when […]
The Letter F is a generally reliable letter. It usually makes the “fuh” sound as in fall.  F sometimes makes the /v/ sound (as in of) The “gh” diagraph represents the /f/ sound when it follows a vowel (as in tough)  1. Present a capitol and lower case F to your child. Ask if […]
Make a bird feeder, reusing the can and the lid (scroll down on link for instructions).  Reuse a can and lid to make a bank. Both sizes of cans would work for this craft.  Reuse a 200g size Pringles can to make yourself a pinhole camera. This is a great science project.  […]
Little babies are not big fans of change. In fact, they often have trouble dealing with transitions like going from being warmly and snuggly dressed to being half naked for a diaper change. Singing rhyming songs can help your baby tolerate and even learn to anticipate transitions. Â Diaper changes aren’t the only events that […]
