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How Songs Can Help Your Child Learn and Retain Information
/0 Comments/in Parenting Tips, School Success /by adminSimple songs are used to teach children important life skills in fun ways. These songs have the power to affect your child’s life forever: You likely remember songs from your childhood that taught you life lessons and new words that you can probably still recall to this day. Likewise, the use of songs in everyday activities can improve your child’s ability to learn and retain new information.
Why Your Child Needs Recess
/0 Comments/in Adventure, School Success /by adminRecess is more than just playtime. It’s a necessary part of the school day that benefits nearly every aspect of child development, from physical activity to social, emotional, and intellectual development.
Fun and Educational Summer Trips for Your Children
/0 Comments/in Adventure, Parenting Tips /by adminA family vacation is an experience your family will never forget. Summer is here and the kids are out of school. What better time could there be to pack up your bags and hit the road? We’ve compiled a list of a few fun family outings that can make great memories for you and your loved ones.
The Importance of Differentiation in Schools
/0 Comments/in School Success /by adminNot every child learns the same way, so why would we expect teachers to teach using only one technique? This is where differentiation comes in. Differentiation in schools refers to the variety of teaching practices and lesson adaptations an instructor uses to educate students who have diverse learning needs — without breaking up the classroom.
How Hands-On Activities Help Students Learn
/0 Comments/in Parenting Tips, School Success /by adminOne of the most popular teaching methods in elementary schools around the nation is to have students read material and write about it. While this can be an effective method of teaching for many different age groups, student engagement goes up when a more hands-on approach is used in the classroom.
How to Integrate Faith and Learning
/0 Comments/in Faith and Fellowship, Parenting Tips /by adminIt’s important to instill a deep understanding of and connection with God early on in a child’s development. The more often your child hears messages about the power of God and his love, the more comfortable your child will become in their faith life—which is why it’s important to reinforce those messages at home, church, and school.
The Importance of Teaching Critical Thinking
/0 Comments/in Parenting Tips, School Success /by adminCritical thinking is the clear, rational analysis used to formulate judgment of an issue. When teaching critical thinking skills, educators are directly encouraging a more open thought processes while leaving the material open for discussion with the student.
Helping Your Child Understand the Benefits of Education
/0 Comments/in Parenting Tips, School Success /by adminTo get the most out of a quality education, it is important that your child attends school every day. Poor attendance records can start as early as first grade. As parents, it is crucial to set high expectations for your child’s academics, while emphasizing the role of regular attendance in helping them fulfill your expectations. Talking positively about the learning experience helps your child understand the benefits of a good education.
Keeping Your Child Healthy During the School Year
/0 Comments/in Health and Safety, Parenting Tips, School Success /by adminEnsuring your kids are healthy throughout the school year can be easy. It just requires you to be proactive about making health-conscious choices at home and implementing them into your child’s school life. Learn the best ways to keep your children healthy during the school year.
Why Art Class Is Important for Your Child
/0 Comments/in Parenting Tips, School Success /by adminLearning to understand, create, and appreciate art is important for early childhood development. Many schools are cutting art education out of curriculum in exchange for a higher emphasis on science and math. Art education is an effective way to teach critical thinking, innovation, and visual learning skills to young children. These skills are carried on throughout the child’s life, and can contribute to greater success in the work force.
The Importance of Regular School Attendance
/0 Comments/in Parenting Tips, School Success /by adminOne of the most important things your child can do to achieve success is going to school every day. The benefits of social exposure and being taught different subjects in school will help them develop skills that benefit them for the rest of their lives. As a parent, it is crucial to convey the importance of regular attendance to your child and how missing out can damage their future.
Benefits of Extracurricular Activities for Students
/0 Comments/in Parenting Tips, School Success /by adminElementary and middle school is a crucial time for your child’s development—and even top-performing academic students may not be meeting their full potential without the opportunity to contribute or diversify their interests and skills in an extracurricular activity or club.