Teaching and Learning
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Cool Science: Why Are Trees So Pushy?
Enjoy this updated post from October, 2012. Elementary science projects are not just for kids. Good ones have something for everyone aged infant to one hundred! In autumn, your nearest deciduous tree has a lot to teach. Make that tree into a cool science project. In fall, it’s experiencing the “Get-Off-Me Season.” That’s what botanist Peter Raven calls… Continue reading
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Halloween Mathematics for Kids
Who doesn’t love to guess the weight of a pumpkin? It’s a wonderful Halloween math game for your children–and you! We know that the best mathematics for kids is fun and engaging. Math is a developmental subject, which means that brain growth continues throughout childhood. Enriched experience and mixing lots of math practice into life helps children become more capable… Continue reading
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Elementary Science Every Day
Maybe there isn’t a lot of science in your child’s school, or science materials, or time to teach science. The solution? Stop and look at the sky. It’s elementary science – on the ground, out the window, or in a car. Identify clouds by name, as well as colors, shapes, wind direction, and the horizon. Have your… Continue reading
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Piano Month and Chopin: Developing the Mind
September is National Piano Month and taking lessons is a great opportunity to help your child to develop her mind—think problem solving, listening, analyzing, focus, grit. I studied the piano for years and tenacity was one of the biggest skills I learned. The first months, even years, of learning the piano is fun. The pieces are easy… Continue reading
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10 Parent Tips for Back to School Night
Want to hear from a teacher, principal, and parent about the secrets of Back to School Night? Feel free to print out this list. 10 Parent Tips for Back to School Night 1. Attend. Make the effort to attend this critical gathering of teachers and parents. Every child should have a family representative present. 2. Bring… Continue reading
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