by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Oct 23, 2022 | Content, Core Skills
Did you know tongue twisters can be an effective tool for building reading and language Core Skills? A key component of the 5 C’s in the Begin Approach, Core skills (like reading, math, sequencing, and shape recognition) build a foundation for growth in school...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Sep 12, 2022 | Creativity & Curiosity, Curiosity
Kirra loves to blow bubbles, and she’s inviting you to play! It’s easy to make your own DIY bubble wands at home. Download our printable instructions to get started (and don’t forget to play Biggest Bubble in the HOMER app). Download What You’ll Need: This...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Aug 24, 2022 | Content, Core Skills
Kindergarten readiness is often misunderstood. When most parents think of it, they usually focus on the academic skills of a child. Of course, this is important. However, there are many other skills children need to have learned to excel in kindergarten. For example,...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Aug 15, 2022 | Critical Thinking
Circle and color all of the items you use to get ready in the morning. Can you find them in your own house? Download What You’ll Need This printable Crayons Set-Up Time: Under 5 min Activity Time: 20-30 min Mess Level: None! Play Tips: Find all...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Aug 15, 2022 | Content, Core Skills
Preparing your little ones to start school can feel overwhelming. There are so many skills you could teach them before they head into the classroom, and a great place to start is with name recognition! Teaching kids to recognize and write their names will make...