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Tips for Teaching a Foreign Language in Homeschool

Tips for Teaching a Foreign Language in Homeschool

There are numerous benefits for children learning a foreign language. It is shown to improve memory, keep the brain healthy, and improve test scores in other academic areas. Here are a few tips for teaching your homeschooler a foreign language. Utilize Technology...

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Benefits of Pretend Play for Children

Benefits of Pretend Play for Children

Many young children enjoy playing “pretend” by themselves or with others. This is a fun activity that occupies a large amount of time. It can also be beneficial to their health as they grow. Here are a few ways to encourage imagination in a preschooler. Provides...

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How to Help Kids Find Themselves

How to Help Kids Find Themselves

Our lives are incredibly busy. We want our kids to grow both intellectually and mentally, but they need a certain environment to do so. Fortunately, homeschooling gives us the ability to create this environment for our kids as often as they need it. Here are a few...

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How to Keep Your Homeschooled Child from Becoming Lonely

How to Keep Your Homeschooled Child from Becoming Lonely

Whether you homeschool one child or your family has been isolated during the pandemic, you want to make sure your child doesn’t become lonely at home. It can also be difficult to keep them entertained at all times. Here are a few ways to prevent your child from...

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Inquiry-Based Learning Ideas for Homeschools

Inquiry-Based Learning Ideas for Homeschools

WILL INQUIRY-BASED LEARNING WORK IN A HOME SCHOOL? Inquiry-based learning (IBL) is not a new idea. As an education philosophy, it traces back to the “discovery learning movement” of the 1960s that encouraged learners to build on past experiences and knowledge, use...

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Using Micro-Learning to Enhance Homeschool Lesson Planning

Using Micro-Learning to Enhance Homeschool Lesson Planning

MICRO-LEARNING: AN ALTERNATE CURRICULUM APPROACH Homeschool parents who are looking for a curriculum approach that is informal in style, can be customized to their child’s learning needs, and can be made available to the student on demand, might want to take a close...

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How To Not Drag Out Assignments

How To Not Drag Out Assignments

Dear parents, who have problems with assignments, do not finish them on time or get through them. It’s okay, you’re not alone, and we will get through this together. After all, this is the point of this platform, to show that you’re not alone and that others are going...

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Tips to Supplement Remote Learning

Tips to Supplement Remote Learning

Whether you’re a homeschool parent or your child is temporarily learning online, you’re always looking for ways to help them get the most out of school. Here are a few ways to supplement the remote learning process.   Connect with Parents Online Sometimes the...

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Starting When It’s Hard

Starting When It’s Hard

Flipping December’s calendar into January, sadly, won’t reset life magically. Our stressors won’t immediately dissipate. But we can gently care for ourselves and our children as we launch back into the routine of homeschool after a break. Perhaps before the schoolwork...

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Happy New Year – 2021

Happy New Year – 2021

Happy new year to all from the Global Student Newtwork Team! May every wish of yours get fulfilled in the upcoming year.

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Tips for Giving Student Feedback

Tips for Giving Student Feedback

Even when done with love and respect, giving your homeschool child feedback on their work can be a daunting task. You want to help them improve without crushing their confidence in their abilities. Here are a few tips for giving student feedback.   Address the...

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Fun Ways to Start the School Day at Home

Fun Ways to Start the School Day at Home

Starting the day on a positive note is an important part of any classroom, whether it’s in a school building or at home. This will get your child excited and ready to learn for the day. If you’re a homeschool parent or temporarily serving as an at-home teacher, here...

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Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

Happy Holidays from everyone at Global Student Network! Thinking warmly of each of you and wishing your family an extra measure of comfort, joy and hope this Christmas.

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4 Ways to Make English More Fun

4 Ways to Make English More Fun

English is an important part of any school curriculum. Many children struggle with reading and writing, however, and it can be difficult to keep them engaged if they aren’t interested. Here are a few ways to make English more fun for your homeschool child.  ...

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Success Principles to Teach Your Kids

Success Principles to Teach Your Kids

Everyone wants to raise a successful kid, but what does that really mean? Success varies wildly by your definition of what’s important in life, but there are a few principles that are universal. Here are some concepts to teach your homeschool child to prepare them for...

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Dos & Don’ts of Taking Online Classes

Dos & Don’ts of Taking Online Classes

Many children are currently taking online classes for the first time. It can be difficult to adjust to this new form of learning and you may be frustrated trying to get a schedule figured out. Here are some dos and don’ts of taking online classes that will help....

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How to Reduce the Stress of Math Homework

How to Reduce the Stress of Math Homework

Math is often a tricky subject for many children. If your kids are feeling overly stressed about the subject, try using some of the tips below to help them feel better about their progress. Reassure Them Everything Will Be Okay The first thing to do when your child is...

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Home School During the Holidays

Home School During the Holidays

Okay, parents, it’s time for the Holidays, and you’ve been doing a great job with homeschooling. You genuinely have; pat yourself on the back. With the holidays approaching, the children will want a break from the home school lessons, which is understandable. Even you...

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How to Teach Kids Healthy Eating Habits

How to Teach Kids Healthy Eating Habits

Children need adequate nutrition to fuel their growing and active bodies. It can be difficult to get kids to eat what you want them to, developing healthy eating habits now will set the foundation for the rest of their lives. Here are a few ways to teach kids healthy...

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