HomeschoolParenting

6 Reasons why taking your kids to the library is an absolute must

Today, I want to chat about a magical place that holds endless opportunities for learning, imagination, and bonding time with your little ones – the library! As a homeschooling mom, I’ve come to appreciate the many benefits of incorporating library visits into our educational journey – the invaluable resource that goes far beyond just borrowing books. If you have not visited…
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Homeschool

How to teach your child to read Part 1

One of the most essential things a child will do in his or her life is to learn to read. This is because we live in a world where reading is essential for success. Some parents and educators worry that they’re on the wrong track with reading instruction if their children’s reading ability doesn’t improve overnight. We live in a world where reading is essential for success…
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BlogParenting

How to make reading fashionable to your toddler?

A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies . . . The man who never reads lives only one.” George R.R. Martin Today I came across a statement that was not so pleasing to read: ‘SOUTH AFRICA IS NOT A READING NATION’ According to a study by PIRLS (Progress in International Reading Literacy) 78% of South African Grade 4 children cannot read for meaning in any…
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