Introducing Pi
pi is an important number in mathematics. It is also a difficult concept for students when it is first introduced. pi = 3.14… approximately, but that is not quite right. pi = 3.14159… approximately, but that is not quite right either. pi = 22/7 but that is an approximation too. pi has been computed out to millions of digits, but the result is still an approximation.
Laughter + Fun= Math Games
When we think of playing games, we think of good times, laughter, and family fun. When we think of math, rarely do these same thoughts come to mind. What a shame! Math should be good times, laughter, and family fun. So how can we make that happen? Read on and let me share some ideas.
The Children’s Gift Series – Books and More!
Ms Dionne Grayson is a writer of books of easy, positive encouragement for children and adults. She is a firm believer in the power of intention and developing self-belief and confidence in her readers. Her series of 10 titles in English and 10 that are paralleled in Spanish, comprise a Unit Study in Self-esteem. The books illustrate a variety of gifts (skills) that children have and how a school child can share his/her gift with classmates. Ms. Grayson offers suggestions of what careers a person with such a gift can pursue into adulthood. The books are printed on heavy, glossy,S beautiful paper and are brightly illustrated by Harry Aveira.
Carol’s Affordable Curriculum – Infant Through 6 Years Old
Carol’s Affordable Curriculum offers homeschooling parents and teachers/caregivers of preschoolers a line of complete curriculum for learning. The curriculum provides an activity for each Monday through Friday, to serve preschools as well as homeschoolers.
Strong Learning Orton-Gillingham SuperDeck Card Decks
Resources for Students with Dyslexia, ADHD and English Language Learners (ESL), including Tier 2 and 3 students. Aligned with the 5 Pillars of Reading, Orton-Gillingham approach, IDA, the Science of Reading, and The Reading League.
The Trivium Approach also known as the Classical Approach
The Latin word “trivium” means three roads. The trivium method focuses on a three-subject curriculum of Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric, which represented the lower division of the seven liberal arts taught in medieval universities. The method, which is very effective today, defines grammar, logic, and rhetoric differently than our modern definitions do. Allow us to explain further.
Delayed Academic Approach
by Michael Leppert The developers of this method are Dr. Raymond Moore and his wife, Dorothy. They partially homeschooled their two children and are pioneers in the homeschooling movement and responsible for many homeschooling laws in California. They began in the...
CompuScholar Homeschool Coding and Computer Skills
Do your homeschool students want to learn to code, build web pages, or create video games? Do they need to learn critical computing skills to help them succeed in school or life? CompuScholar has homeschool-friendly curricula for your family!
CALIFORNIA
CALIFORNIACalifornia Homeschooling Laws There are 3 legal ways to homeschooling in California, which can be explained via the statewide homeschool organizations:• California Homeschool Network (CHN) https://www.californiahomeschool.net/• The Homeschool Association of...
NEW YORK
NEW YORKNew York Homeschool Laws Overview Students attend school between ages 6 through 16. A letter of intent to be submitted by July 1st annually, and a homeschool plan. The district is obligated to reply within 10 business days of receiving the notice of intent....
OHIO
OHIOOhio Homeschooling LawsOhio Department of Educationhttp://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Ohio-Education-Options/Home-Schooling877-644-6338 HomeEdRules@education.ohio.gov In Ohio, parents desiring to educate their children at home must do so by notifying their local...
PENNSYLVANIA
PENNSYLVANIAPennsylvania Homeschooling Laws The PA statutes, Section 1327.1 sets for the homeschooling requirements.Overview Child’s Parent/Guardian must: Have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Must file a notarized affidavit with the local superintendent...
