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Part of building growth mindset is helping our kids understand that we NEED to make mistakes in order to become better. We can’t expect...
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Nancy Mikhail
Jan 13, 20221 min read
Benefits of Journal Writing
Students can write about anything, anytime. It can be an outlet for them, a conversation between you and them, a chance to process...
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Nancy Mikhail
Dec 16, 20211 min read
All About Project-Based Learning
I was recently interviewed on the Homeschool Sanity Show with Dr. Melanie Wilson. After listening to this podcast: you will know much...
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Nancy Mikhail
Aug 11, 20212 min read
📖 TIPS TO TEACH READING📖
When I first taught Kindergarten I suddenly realized I had to teach these youngsters how to read! That felt like a huge responsibility....
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Nancy Mikhail
May 21, 20211 min read
3D Marshmallow Structures
This week we are learning about 3D shapes and my kids enjoyed making structures out of toothpicks and marshmallows (and eating the...
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Nancy Mikhail
Apr 12, 20211 min read
Elephant Toothpaste
This was so fun and easy. Here’s what you need: -1/2 cup of hydrogen peroxide -a few drops of dish washing soap -food coloring -a packet...
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Nancy Mikhail
Feb 11, 20212 min read
How to Design A Learning Project
Creating a project takes a lot of time and effort, but it can be done! Here are the steps that to take when starting to create a project:...
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Nancy Mikhail
Feb 10, 20211 min read
Shape Activities
🔺SHAPE SORTING 🔻 Draw a bunch of shapes on a piece of long paper and have your child match the shape to the shape on the paper....
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Nancy Mikhail
Nov 13, 20201 min read
Avoid the Holiday Burnout While Teaching!
Now that the holidays are rolling in, it's easier to lose focus on school work and staying organized. It's tempting to cozy up on the...
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Nancy Mikhail
Oct 6, 20202 min read
Why I Don’t Believe in Spelling Lists
When I was a teacher, I never gave spelling lists. The idea of making my students write words several times in a row and complete busy...
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Nancy Mikhail
Sep 17, 20202 min read
What 6th Graders Need to Know: Ages 11-13
Sixth grade is a pivotal year in that the content, workload and expectations become greater. Students are becoming more independent,...
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Nancy Mikhail
Jun 3, 20201 min read
🎹CLASSICAL MUSIC🎼
Do you play music while your students work? Studies show that playing classical music while doing work can improve math scores (Onsia,...
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Nancy Mikhail
Apr 23, 20203 min read
Gaining Real-World Experiences
Students can gain real-world experience in their every day learning through project-based learning. Find out how!
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Nancy Mikhail
Apr 22, 20202 min read
Teaching With Projects
Written by Nancy Mikhail Projects are a great way to help students learn and most importantly, retain information. Typically, projects...
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