When you make learning fun, kids are more likely to remember what they’ve learned. One way to do this is through educational games. It works even better if you an tie the game into something your child loves — like sharks. Over the years we have had fun with lots of shark games for […]
Spelling in the Snow
Writing spelling words over and over isn’t fun. That’s why I try to come up with lots of new and fun ways to practice spelling words. This week the snowy weather inspired this spelling word practice for winter. This simple activity is also a fun sight words practice idea. Just use your child’s sight […]
Practicing Spelling Words with Beads
When I mention spelling lists, what comes to mind? Maybe you remember writing the same words over and over again when you were in school. Or maybe you think about the drama of getting your own child to practice spelling for homework. This year we are trying a new spelling curriculum, one that doesn’t actually […]
Skip the Drama with These Fun Ways to Practice Spelling Words
Now a days it starts in kindergarten: the dreaded spelling word lists. It means daily homework of practicing those words, usually by writing them over and over again. And, quite often, it results in tears and frustration for both child and parent. But you can skip that drama with these fun ways to practice spelling words […]
Fun Spelling Practice Activity for Dinosaur Unit
Does your child grumble when it’s time to practice those spelling words? We had lots of fun with this spelling practice activity that is perfect for a dinosaur unit (or just your typical dinosaur fan to do at home). What I love about this activity is that it is super easy to set […]
