Selle Valley Learning

03/24/2021

**Caveat- Not every curriculum meets the need of every family. I do like this one AND I like sales. So I will share solely FYI. I get exactly $0 if you decide to purchase.**

We used this curriculum this year and enjoyed it! I originally took the leap because the online text has a "text to voice" option that was perfect for my kid with dyslexia. The hands-on activities held my kids' interest AND the kit has everything (and I mean ALL OF THE STUFF) in there. No need to hunt for a paper clipfor science class- if it is required for the experiment, it is in the kit.

SPECIAL ENDS MARCH 28th, 2021. The last two weekends in March we would typically be at the Sounth Carolina and Missouri conferences. But due to scheduling, we are unable to attend this year. HOWEVER … to give all those attending the opportunity to receive our low conference prices, we will be havi...

01/22/2021

Maybe it is the winter "blahs" or the novelty of homeschooling has worn off, but I have been getting lots of questions lately about kids (usually boys!) not wanting to sit down and work. I will be live tomorrow (Jan 22d) at 2pm PST (5pm EST) with tips on handling your kiddo and getting your homeschool moving again.

01/02/2021

Happy New Year! You might be looking over the last few months and wondering how you can make things BETTER in your homeschool. If your goals look like this, reach out and we will work together to find your way forward!

11/16/2020

Here we go again.... Shutdowns loom and many are wondering how long until the schools close again. You might be wondering if it is "okay" or even possible to switch to homeschool mid year. The answer is YES to both! I have done it and can help guide you through.

School closing again? Not looking forward to returning to virtual school? You CAN withdraw your student and successfully homeschool mid year!

09/02/2020

How the heck do you find a curriculum? Like a GOOD one. One that fits your kids. One that doesn't make you crazy. Read on....

How to choose curriculum wisely There are lots of stressful aspects of a major life change, but for many new homeschooling families, choosing a curriculum tops the list. The options for families have expanded exponentially since I began homeschooling in 2003, and the internet will make sure you hear...

08/12/2020

You don't need pages of learning objectives to homeschool your kids, especially if they are in elementary school. Set some simple goals. Read. Learn together. Enjoy!

08/06/2020

Do you need to do a home improvement project just to homeschool? Probably not! My latest blog post has 5 tips for your homeschool and getting your home ready.

What do you need to do to your house for homeschooling? Probably less than you think.

08/04/2020

08/04/2020

Pam Barnhill has a new podcast about homeschooling kindergarteners! She is really awesome, and it will be worth a listen!

In this episode, we talk about HOW Morning Time fits into the homeschool kindergarten (hint: they are a match made in heaven), how much time you should spend doing kindergarten, and what are the goals of a kindergarten education.

07/27/2020

Total coincidence, but I mentioned jumping rope in my video today when I talked about homeschooling active kids. It seriously helps!

When it comes to children learning math and languages, it may be best to add some jumping jacks to the lesson plan, according to a new Dutch study.

07/20/2020

Have a kiddo who struggles with reading? They can still be homeschooled! Kids with dyslexia (like my daughter!) are near and dear to my heart. My daughter is the reason I completed Orton-Gillingham training through IMSE, and she is doing so well now!

If you have questions about homeschooling your child with special needs, don't hesitate to reach out to me.

Notice that letter reversal is # 10 on the list. Some confusion about letters is to be expected for young readers.