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Everyday Science: Exploring Matter With Food

Whether you’re following a curriculum or pulling together materials from different sources, you know there are common science concepts that always come up, like states of matter, the rock cycle, and chemical reactions, for example. One of the best ways to make these familiar topics more accessible and engaging is to connect them to the […]

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Halloween Resource Roundup

Fun and Free Halloween-Themed Resources to Drop Into Your Homeschool Week Start with the Crash Course Halloween Playlist to get the story behind the holiday. For a deeper dive, World History’s Halloween article gives you the full historical background. (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.) Math Elementary (3rd-6th grade): Jack-o’-Lantern Glyph Activity

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Analyzing Style and Tone in Stories: Free Resources

Analyzing an author’s language and word choice within a story is another interesting area for literary analysis. The words an author selects significantly influence the mood of a scene, reveal character traits, and shape the reader’s perception of a story. By understanding things like diction, tone, style, and voice, readers can improve their comprehension and

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Reading Comprehension Tips + Free Worksheets

If your child is able to read without difficulty but struggles with understanding and remembering what was read, the free resources below may help. These reading comprehension strategies include tips on how to use them effectively, plus free practice activities. Use these resources when you’re reading aloud together or when your child reads independently. With

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