Learn How to Spell Correctly
by Gladys GillMay 24, 2011 3931 Views
Correct spelling is a strong base for written communication. It plays a very important role in improving your overall language skills.
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Correct spelling is a strong base for written communication. It plays a very important role in improving your overall language skills.
Language, Literacy and Communication - Using Photos, Stories and Songs
by Katherine LewisJun 11, 2011 4023 Views
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Language, Literacy and Communication Learning Outcomes are designed to encourage the development of fluent communication through speech and to begin familiarising children with the written word to encourage early literacy. Children need a working knowledge of the structure of language and a fairly wide vocabulary in order to be able to make sense of the written word.
Educating Children to Think Outside the Box
by Roy J. DerrickJun 25, 2011 3889 Views
When asked the question "What do you want to be when you grow up?" my nine year old daughter constantly replies "a famous singer".
When I try to bring her gently back to reality by asking "but what if you don't manage to succeed in being a singer, she immediately replies, "then I will be a famous actress instead."
Learn How To Spell Correctly
by Gladys GillJul 18, 2011 5032 Views
Correct spelling is a strong base for written communication. It plays a very important role in improving your overall language skills. Poor spellings can mar your reputation and interfere with success. It is essential to polish this skill at a young age. Nevertheless, if you haven't yet ...
10 Technology Skills That Even A Preschooler Can Learn
by Hannah McCarthyAug 21, 2011 3960 Views
A child's early years are a time of rapid development and learning. It is the time when their creative, social, intellectual, and communicational skills first start to take shape and research has found that technology can play a great role in a child's early development. While it isn't a good idea to set kids loose on a computer before they're 3 years old, the preschool years (from 3 to 5) are the perfect time to let them begin their relationship with technology.
Nov 7, 2011 3589 Views
Summertime and learning, what do they have to do with each other? Summer is the perfect to get in some extra learning so that your skills or your child's skills don't get rusty. Many parents often rely on computerized games to help their children over the summer without realizing the huge benefit their child can have from playing learning games, reading comprehension and listening comprehension games as a family.
How To Improve Handwriting
by Terry PhilipsNov 18, 2011 4321 Views
Handwriting can be something that people get embarrassed about or wish to change. It's amazing how different writing is from person to person. There are many things that can be seen as a reason for this perceived problem.
Jan 9, 2012 4061 Views
Student learning time increases when children understand the difference between tattling and reporting. Yet, children's observations can help teachers know what is happening when they are not present or when their attention is elsewhere. Allowing students an opportunity to share their serious concerns is a necessary component of a positive school environment.
Feb 17, 2012 3637 Views
If you believe you are likely to be away sick tomorrow, plan today the work that you will leave for the relief teacher. Make sure you leave clear, detailed instructions on your desk where it is easy to find. Worksheets left for the relief teacher to use need to be based on the current work units which will help consolidate the students' learning.
Learning Literacy at a Young Age
by Martyn L WorzelMar 18, 2012 4019 Views
Between the ages of key stage one and key stage two, children will be learning their basic literacy skills, which will provide them with the foundation to build a more solid and diverse understand in future years. The subject is commonly split up into 3 different factions. Reading, writing and spelling, however, in some cases spelling is often a sub structure of writing.