by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Mar 10, 2020 | Content, Core Skills
It’s National Reading Month and over the years, our members have asked us many questions about how kids learn to read. One question, in particular, comes up over and over again. Keep reading to see what Peggy, HOMER’s Senior Director of Learning and Curriculum Design...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Mar 2, 2020 | Creativity, Creativity & Curiosity
Letting your little one help in the kitchen is not only fun but it’s also a great opportunity to get them engaged and curious about food (warning: it’s a little messy, too). Even if you have a picky eater on hand, getting them to play around with ingredients and see...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Feb 20, 2020 | Character, Confidence
A HOMER member wrote in asking about how they could make pet ownership a positive experience for their kids. Keep reading to see what Peggy, HOMER’s Senior Director of Learning and Curriculum Design had to say! Question I have a new baby and a four-year-old. I want to...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Feb 18, 2020 | Content, Core Skills
February is Black History Month. It’s a time to remember the past and pay tribute to the heroes who paved the way for change. It’s also a great time to introduce your child to books that show a diverse cast of characters living life and telling their stories. Keep...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Feb 14, 2020 | Content, Core Skills
Roses are red, violets are blue. We love tongue twisters, we hope you do too! This Valentine’s Day, we wanted to share one of our great loves – tongue twisters! Keep reading to discover four funny valentine tongue twisters and our insights into how they can help...