- by Timberdoodle
Articles
Workbooks Are Blank Walls
And Other Surprisingly Fun Reasons to Use Them with Your Little Guys Whenever we mention workbooks for kids under five, a few well-meaning folks chime in: "He's too young for worksheets." "Just let hi...
Why Learning Styles Matter
(and How to Make the Most of Them!) Want to be a rockstar homeschool teacher? One big secret is understanding how you learn... and how your kids learn, too! Knowing your child’s learning style is ...
9 Delightfully Playful Tips for Homeschooling Your Brilliant Firecracker
When a parent emailed asking for tips on homeschooling her gifted daughter, we couldn't help but spill all our best secrets gathered over decades of navigating life with pint-sized brainiacs. Ready ...
Teaching Multiple Young Children at the Same Time
You Asked: How do I teach a 3- and 5-year-old together? Should I just use a Pre-K curriculum and challenge my older one separately? Our Answer: We love this question! First, grab our early education ...
FAQ: Learning Challenges
Got questions about learning struggles? You're not alone—and you're in the right place! Here's an overview on tackling tough topics with Timberdoodle: Q: Does Timberdoodle have a special needs curricu...
6 Fun Questions to Figure Out Why Your Child Isn't Loving Reading (Yet!)
"My 7-year-old still isn't reading at the level I thought she would." "My 14-year-old knows phonics but reads sloooowly—and guesses at big words!" Sound familiar? If so, don't panic. Reading is the ...
Why Timberdoodle Encourages Independent Learning
And Why It's Not About Replacing You A wise mom asked us on Facebook: "Timberdoodle: I read your catalog cover to cover when it comes, and I love your thoughtful reviews of homeschooling resources. I'...
Career Planning for Your Homeschooled High School Students
8 Real-Life Tips for the Road Ahead 1. A GED Isn't the Worst Case In our family, a GED represents graduation, not failure. Yes, some people hear "GED" and equate it with dropping out of high school. B...
10 Reasons to Tell Your Kids to Stop Doing School and Go Build Something!
Want a way to supercharge your homeschool day and keep your kids excited to learn? What if one activity could improve your child's visual perception, fine-motor skills, patience, problem-solving, sp...
