In an age where screens dominate, the simple act of putting pencil to paper is more powerful than ever. Physical writing helps children strengthen fine motor skills, boost memory, and express ideas with clarity and creativity.
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Homeschooling, Learning, Lifestyle
College (maybe): Dual, Joint, and Early Enrollment for Homeschoolers
When my homeschooled teen thrived at SCAD’s Summer Series, I knew she was ready for more—but not quite ready to live on campus at sixteen. This post shares our journey to early graduation, why we chose early enrollment, the difference between dual and joint enrollment, and how to prepare your homeschooler for college-level learning.
Adding games to homeschooling can make learning more engaging and fun for students by turning lessons into interactive experiences. Gameschooling uses educational games as a core part of the curriculum, helping kids develop skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork while they play. This approach can motivate children who might struggle with traditional methods by offering hands-on, playful learning. It also encourages creativity and can strengthen family bonding during study time.
Discover why children first learn to read, then read to learn, and how this shift shapes lifelong literacy and academic success.
We’re back! After unexpectedly losing our original TikTok page, Teacher Jade’s Writing Academy has a new home for all of our daily writing prompts, tips, and homeschool-friendly inspiration. While it was disappointing to lose our growing community, we’re excited to reconnect and continue supporting parents, teachers, and young writers. You can now follow us on TikTok, where […]
Schools should be safe and supportive. Let’s invest in mental health, anti-bias training, fair funding, and restorative justice for all.
Upcoming Conferences: Melanin Village I am so excited about this and got a treat for you! The Melanin Village has gathered some of the most influential voices in black home education for The Homeschool Together Conference and yours truly will be participating! I want to tell y’all to go on and register now. The conference […]