It can be a challenge to homeschool in states with many legal regulations like Rhode Island. We'll help you get started and will give you the information you need to successfully homeschool your child. We cover all the laws, how to find support, different homeschooling methods, and throw in tips and ideas to make it fun and rewarding!
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For the things we have to learn before we can do them, we learn by doing them. |
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- Aristotle |
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Everyday Mathematics |
Everyday Mathematics is a comprehensive Pre-K through 6th grade mathematics curriculum developed by the University of Chicago School Mathematics Project and published by McGraw-Hill Education. Everyday Mathematics is a research-based and field-tested curriculum that focuses on developing children’s understandings and skills in ways that produce life-long mathematical power. The Everyday Mathematics curriculum emphasizes:
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Use of concrete, real-life examples that are meaningful and memorable as an introduction to key mathematical concepts.
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Repeated exposures to mathematical concepts and skills to develop children’s ability to recall knowledge from long-term memory.
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Frequent practice of basic computation skills to build mastery of procedures and quick recall of facts, often through games and verbal exercises.
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Use of multiple methods and problem-solving strategies to foster true proficiency and accommodate different learning styles.
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Sonlight Math Curricula |
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Teach confidently with Sonlight's handpicked math resources — the programs are the best on the market for elementary math to Calculus.
Every math curriculum has potential strengths and weaknesses, so you'll find included information to help you find the best fit for your students.
They offer several math programs for the elementary grades. Young children benefit from an enriched environment in which they see math being used in different ways and in which they approach problems from different directions. |
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4Real: Education in the Context of Real Life |
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4Real provides peer support for Catholic parent home educators committed to nurturing learning in a Catholic family atmosphere. They support families who design their own course of home studies, be it in whole or part. They emphasize the Church's Liturgical Year, living books, nature, beauty in art, music, and natural methods of learning. 4Real has its roots in a Catholic Charlotte Mason Yahoo group and has grown by providing a welcome to like-minded parents, especially those who are new to home education (homeschooling) or the Catholic faith. 4Real hopes to continue its ministry emphasizing 'Living Learning' discussions that are rich in ideas, gratifying, inspiring, and encourage creativity. This do-it-yourself desire will be further supported by 'Home as Haven' chats. |
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