by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | May 18, 2021 | Content, Core Skills
It can be challenging to find the right activities for 5-year-olds. It was easier when they were younger, wasn’t it? All you needed to do was place a colorful, fluffy, or musical toy in front of them, and they would be completely fascinated by the object for a long...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Apr 20, 2021 | Content, Core Skills
Vocabulary can open up a world of communication (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) for children, and building a strong vocabulary can be fun and help kids learn about the world. The right vocabulary strategies can help. If you’re wondering where to start,...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Apr 16, 2021 | Content, Core Skills
It can take some time for kids to learn how to sound out words. Since this is a crucial part of reading fluently, you probably want to know how you can help. Are there any special exercises you can do at home to assist your child? Of course there are! And we’ve...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Mar 27, 2021 | Content, Core Skills
Have you run out of ideas to keep your young learner engaged and motivated while you’re doing homework or otherwise studying together? Brain breaks can help! In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about brain breaks, including how to introduce them...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Mar 21, 2021 | Creativity, Creativity & Curiosity
Has your child’s room ever been transformed into a hospital that takes care of “sick” family members? Or maybe a pirate ship that’s traveling the deepest seas, looking for treasure? All this fun and games is what we call dramatic play. On the surface, it may seem like...