Language Arts

Homeschool Writing Curriculum: A Review of Writers in Residence by Apologia

How do you feel when I ask, “What’s your plan for teaching writing this year?” Does it fill you with…
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Why would anyone use picture books to teach expository writing? Because picture books are written by master authors who can…
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One of the best ways to perk up the school year during the winter is to get outside. These free nature…
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It’s time for another post in my series about using picture books to teach writing to middle and high school…
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Now that I’m a “boy-only mom” (because my daughter is in college) choosing read aloud books requires a new consideration….
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I have a serious chef in my house. He’s only nine years old, but the boy can cook! When I…
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Do you have a child who began reading well at three or four years old? A child who reads far…
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My children don’t typically jump for joy when given a writing assignment. Do yours? I’ve found several ways over the…
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I’m homeschooling my third (and final) child through 3rd grade. My next youngest is in 10th grade. Here’s the thing…I’m…
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Voice. It’s in every good piece of writing, but it’s a tad elusive when it comes to defining and teaching….
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I {heart} picture books for so many reasons. One giant reason is their ability to teach so many in depth…
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Living literature isn’t just for reading – it’s also great for teaching writing styles! Serious writing lessons don’t start in…
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