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Nature study is becoming popular among homeschooling families because it helps in cultivating a child’s imagination. It is essentially a style of education that looks for science principles in nature. It also offers helpful and practical knowledge and makes the child familiar with nature’s forces and ways. Why use nature study? Nature study helps in awakening the scientific side of the human brain just like a good novel can awaken the reader’s imagination. It helps the child understand different processes that are going on around him or her. Components of nature study: Nature Walk The study of nature starts with nature walk. This can be done by merely taking a walk through the neighborhood or by hiking along a trail. As you walk, take time and clarify the aim of your study.   For instance, if you are planning to study oak trees, you should point out towards any oak tree you come across along the way.   Then take some time to stop by to discuss the sh...

One of the symptoms of dysgraphia is a child with handwriting that is poorer than what one would usually see in children of their intelligence, age, and educational level. However, dysgraphia is not just messy papers. Students suffering from dysgraphia may also seem very lazy or unmotivated. Because they have so much trouble expressing their ideas and thoughts in writing, they may start to avoid writing completely. Dysgraphia may also make your little one avoid normal situations. For instance, does the child shy away from going to clubs or scouts because they may be asked to fill up applications or forms? Are they hesitant to participate in activities that comprise of writing, even tasks as easy and simple as signing their name?  If so, then your homeschooling student is experiencing the anger, and frustration that dysgraphia may cause. The many symptoms of Dysgraphia: Like with all other learning difficulties, dysgraphia symptoms can range from severe t...