Art and crafts are important for a child’s development. These activities allow self-expression, develop patience and confidence, promote planning and organization skills, improve fine motor skills, and enhance understanding of academic subjects. That’s why I always try to use art and craft activities at home to strengthen school learning. Recently, my daughter learnt about the … Read more
Crafts are an all-time favorite at our home. I enjoy the special time with my daughter when we let our creative juices flow to create fun and interesting things. But getting ready for crafts is another task altogether! Where’s my blue marker? I can’t find the scissors! And the list goes on for quite some … Read more
Being a parent, I am on a constant lookout for tools to do interesting playful activities with my kid. One tool that has become an all-time favorite in our household is a geoboard. So, what is a geoboard? A geoboard is a mathematical manipulative extensively used by educators and parents to teach basic mathematical concepts … Read more
Blending is a technique used to teach little learners how to read. To read effectively, kids must first learn to identify letters and their sounds and then practice blending individual letter sounds to form words. Teachers often use, what we call, a blending board to conduct blending activities in the classroom. A blending board is … Read more
Being an educator, I understand the importance of teaching through unique methods. Children are not always interested in learning through books. I have been using multiple manipulatives, board games, and storybooks to engage children in a comprehensive learning environment. However, it becomes difficult when children simply have to watch the process. At times, they need … Read more
Today I am here with another DIY activity that is suitable for kids in middle school. Grades 6 and above students learn and practice concepts of algebra in their school curriculum. Algebra tiles are manipulatives that support students in understanding algebraic concepts through visual representation of equations. Buying individual sets of algebra tiles for every … Read more
I remember using flashcards for my daughter when she was a toddler and all the way to her first grade. These learning tools helped her learn about the things around her while introducing her to basic concepts. As flashcards are bright and colorful, they immediately grab the attention of little kids, which is the primary … Read more
As a mom to a 9-year-old, I am constantly looking for ways to engage my daughter in fun and creative activities. “I am bored” is something I get to hear quite often as she is my only one. To address her boredom and direct her energies to something worthwhile, I am always open to trying … Read more