Reading literature can sometimes feel like a chore for students, but it doesn’t have to be. With a few simple strategies, you can turn any story into an engaging, hands-on experience that keeps students excited and thinking critically. Here are five ways to make literature come alive for your upper elementary through high school learners.
If you’ve got a reluctant reader at home, you’re not alone. Many parents, especially homeschooling families, struggle to get their teens to engage with reading and literature in a meaningful way. But here’s the secret: reading doesn’t have to feel like homework.
The American Library Association (ALA) hosts Banned Books Week to celebrate the freedom to read. The ALA began tracking book challenges in the early 1980s, creating lists of titles that schools or libraries attempted to remove due to controversial themes, language, or ideas. These “banned books” range from “classics” like To Kill a Mockingbird to […]
In today’s digital world, it’s easy to overlook handwriting. Most kids can type faster than they can write, and many assignments are completed online. But for homeschoolers, handwriting, and especially cursive, still plays an important role in a well-rounded education. Here are three big reasons to keep it in your homeschool routine: 1. Understanding Legal […]