My mother was asking me this week how we manage to do homeschooling, with all the other activities we do. One of the secrets to this feat is realizing that kids are learning no matter whether they are formally studying (e.g. reading a textbook and… Read more
This is a review of Why Use Drama? Tips to Teaching with Plays. I wrote the original for CurrClick, where the article is available free of charge. Why Use Drama? is a great resource for classroom teachers who want to find a new and creative way to… Read more
What curriculum works for you? What have you tried and not liked? I’d love to hear about your recommendations, and about the programs that didn’t work for you. Also about why they appeal to you, or why they disappointed you. I’ve created a survey… Read more
We have an uncle who is quite an independent thinker. One day when he was visiting our son arrived home from school, and as he removed his shoes Uncle noticed that one of our boy’s sport socks was on upside down. Now knowing what a tough time it’s… Read more
If you are the parent of a special needs child you can probably relate to the sentiments expressed in a BBC news article that ponders whether parents aren’t perhaps exploring what the author dubs “unscientific twaddle” because they can’t get clear… Read more
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