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Learning Math Through Play

by Jamie
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Written by Jamie Martin, editor of Simple Homeschool and founder of Steady Mom So-called “educational” toys line the shelves of every toy store. Each gadget promises to stimulate some important quality in your child–and often includes a bunch of bells, whistles, and batteries to go along with it. This oversaturation and planned obsolescence is not [...]

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curriculum

Curriculum Choices: Tackling Math

by Jamie
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When it comes to teaching math, some homeschooling mamas and papas have to stifle an inner groan. Many of us had bad experiences with this subject when we were in school, and we’re reluctant to pass on that attitude to our bright-eyed kids. This is why it’s especially important that the math curriculum we choose [...]

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