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The constructive side of playing video games

Most parents frown upon video games as they feel they waste time and corrupt the brain.   While playing video games that are violent can make a child aggressive, there are many that can actually benefit the little one.   Video games can actually teach children high-level thinking skills that can be very helpful as they grow old. The many benefits: Video games are a work out of the brain.   In a lot of games, the skills needed to win involve high level and abstract thinking.   Such skills cannot be taught during homeschool . Few of the skills boosted by video games include: Logic and problem solving – When children play games such as, Angry Birds, The Incredible Machine, they train their brain to come up with new and different ways to solve problems and puzzles. Enhanced motor skills, hand-eye coordination. In games that involve shooting, the character usually has to run and shoot simultaneously. This necessitates the real-world player for keeping ...

Setting up new goals and resolutions after every academic year

It’s hard to keep resolutions you make for every new homeschooling year, still they are a great way to look forward and plan out things you will like to accomplish in the next twelve months. So set some goals as a homeschooling family that can help you achieve more academically and run a smoother household! Get everyone’s input First, hold a family meeting and make sure everyone is on board. Make sure you have a detailed family discussion about what everyone will like to accomplish. Put up questions such as, “Where would you like to travel this year?” “How do you wish to improve your grades?” “Which areas would you like to improve in your life?” Get practical Once you know what you wish to achieve, break those goals into small, manageable steps. Does the little one wants to be a musician? Help the child set goals that are realistic of how much they can practice their instrument. Does your child wish to get better at math? Help them work out concrete steps that they can...

Why including coloring books while homeschooling is a good idea

People of all ages–from teens to young children and adults have started using coloring books these days. As a homeschooling parent, you too can add coloring books to make learning and teaching more exciting and fun. In fact, coloring books can make school enjoyable for both the students and the teachers! Benefits of coloring Coloring is a medium that can be used to incorporate art in your child’s curriculum. It is an activity that families can do together, offering everyone the time to relax and chit-chat. Some more benefits of coloring include, Relief from stress Development of fine motor skills Reduced screen time Increased ability of the brain to focus Heightened creativity Learning of new art techniques – techniques such as, shading, use of patterns, and use of a range of different coloring materials. There is a range of different materials you can color with. Twistable colored pencils – These are great as you don’t need a sharpener to use these p...