by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Aug 8, 2022 | Critical Thinking
Mornings with little ones, especially school mornings, can be… challenging. While you’re juggling breakfast, teeth-brushing, prepping lunch, and filling backpacks, you’re also tasked with making sure your kids are dressed, with matching shoes (!?) before heading out...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Jul 22, 2022 | Content, Core Skills
Now that your young reader is no longer stopping to decode every word, it’s time to ensure they understand what they’re reading. Reading comprehension strategies, such as making connections, can help. To help your child practice making connections while...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Jul 18, 2022 | Content, Core Skills
Help Tisa build cool dinosaurs for the Dinosaur Museum! ? Download What You’ll Need: This printable Pencil Crayons or markers Die or dice Set-Up Time: Under 5 min Activity Time: 20-30 min Mess Level: Low Play Tips Grown-ups, encourage your child to...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Jul 11, 2022 | Creativity, Creativity & Curiosity
Here at Begin, we value kids’ imaginations — a key ingredient in our educational approach that helps them learn and grow. We believe that all children are innately creative and imaginative, and it’s our job as parents and educators to help them tap into that...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Jul 7, 2022 | Creativity, Creativity & Curiosity
Children often use their imagination to turn everyday objects into something extraordinary. With simple props, they can create unique worlds and dive into adventures of their own making. This type of make-believe play is essential for kids’ development. To help...