5 Homeschooling Fails & Wins
I have one more year before the baby goes off to college. As the new school year begins, I'm reflecting…
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August 18, 2024
Dyslexia Won’t Defeat You: How Parents Can Help Their Children Succeed
Being a parent is already a challenging and rewarding journey, but when you add the responsibility of supporting a child with dyslexia, it can feel overwhelming at times. As a parent, you have been entrusted with a divine responsibility to guide and nurture your child. This unique role allows you to make a significant impact on your child’s learning journey.
December 28, 2023
The Secret to Successful Vocabulary Instruction Starts at Home
When it comes to helping our children learn and grow, parents play the most essential role. And while there are many ways to support our children’s education, one of the most effective is through vocabulary instruction at home.
November 17, 2023
From Uh-huh to Eloquent: Why Primary Vocabulary Matters
As children begin their journey of literacy, they are introduced to the building blocks of language - letters, sounds, and words. While these are crucial in learning to read and write, there is one aspect that often goes overlooked, vocabulary.
November 17, 2023
From Readers to Leaders: The Power of Vocabulary
“Vocabulary is boring!” is the cry from students. For many students, this may be the case. Yet, vocabulary is the core of communication.
November 9, 2023
Social Learning Online
Unleashing Social Learning: The Lemons-Aid Way in Virtual Classrooms
Let's tackle a persistent myth about homeschooling. People often assume that homeschooled kids aren't "socialized." They think public schools are the holy grail of social skills education and social connection. But hang on a second!
June 10, 2023
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Boosting Learning through Accountability: The Lemons-Aid Way
Holding students accountable teaches them to toughen up, embrace the struggle, and grab ahold of their own learning, which brings great rewards.
March 25, 2023
From the pink sand beaches to the green rolling hills and spotted islands, from the pastel homes to the stunning blue waters filling the coves, this is Bermuda. Isn't she beautiful?
How Engaged Learners Succeed: The Lemons-Aid Way
"Are any of you in Bermuda? Come back to me. Engage your minds! No cognitive vacations!" These are comments students hear in my classroom as I watch them, making sure their minds are engaged. It's normal for students' minds to wander when they're bored, tired, distracted, worried, or a task is hard. My mind wanders, too. So does yours. Have you ever been reading a book and your eyes fall on all the words...you turn the page...and then you realize, "I have no idea what I just read!" Has it happened to you while driving where you can't remember the last five miles? Whelp! I daydream about the pink sand and rocky shores on my favorite beach in Bermuda. I call this unplugged brain a "cognitive vacation." The brain says, "See ya! I'm headed somewhere a little more interesting."
March 1, 2023
Study the beautiful
The Glory of Beauty: How Aesthetics Reflect God’s Character
When we contemplate the majesty of a sunset, the intricacy of a snowflake, or even the artful and creative way a story is written, we are reminded of God's sovereignty and power, bringing hope and trust in God.
January 31, 2023
College Essays
The College Application Essay: How to Get Started
Dear high school juniors, You have one more year of high school, and graduation is on the horizon. Senior year of high school is a busy one, so now is the time to write those college application essays. You don’t need to feel overwhelmed, because you are ready, and you can do this!
December 1, 2021