Do your children tell you they hate writing? Because kids learn differently, traditional writing assignments may not turn the crank of an artistic, kinesthetic, or logical learner. If this describes your child, maybe it’s time to take a break from book reports...
In most homes, it seems, the refrigerator door is the showcase for children’s artwork. From the tiniest toddler’s wobbly scribbles to a teen’s pencil sketch, the fridge gallery beckons everyone to enjoy the offerings. The question is: Why don’t...
This is a tale of two moms. Cheryl’s son has motivational issues, so she likes to help him approach a concept in many different ways. “If one activity doesn’t cement the idea, another will,” she says. She loves when a curriculum appeals to different learning styles by...
Intrinsic motivation means children write without any additional outside incentive. No bribes. No treats. No money. But the truth is that few children are motivated by the sheer love of writing. So—short of paying them off with cash or candy—what can you...
Some time ago, in preparation for my first webinar, I discovered the joy of making Microsoft® PowerPoint presentations. Call me weird, but I found I love combining writing with techno-creativity—choosing a template, organizing my ideas into neat bullet points,...
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