Browsing: Read and Write

Adding a regular reading aloud time into a homeschool timetable has numerous advantages.

Whatever else is on our homeschool schedule for the day, daily reading and writing practice is a non-negotiable. Reading and…

Left-handed learners often find writing more of a struggle than right-handed peers. Holding a pencil and writing can be uncomfortable,…

Ebooks vs paperbacks: which is better for home education purposes?

Home education is so much easier if homeschoolers are enthusiastic, confident readers. Reading aloud with kids has numerous benefits and…

The Poetry Foundation is a great place to start when looking for ideas, inspiration and resources for a home-ed poetry module.

Are Songs Poetry? A home-ed lesson

Reading poetry is a fantastic way for pupils to develop reading-aloud skills and reading fluency. As an additional benefit to…

Great books to read with 8-12 year olds! Adventure, mystery, magic and fun!

Audiobooks are fantastic teaching material for home education. Easy to use in a variety of lesson formats, audiobooks are easily…