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The Antidote for Childhood Laziness: Pupose Part 2

In The Antidote for Childhood Laziness: Purpose Part 1, we were challenging the assumption that kids cannot be expected to seek out meaningful purpose in their lives.  We came to the conclusion that purpose is what kids are already seeking, that they already have dreams and interests and the energy to pursue them.  As a

The Antidote for Childhood Laziness: Purpose Part 1

Michael is a sweet 9-year-old boy, pretty funny with average grades.  His mom and dad love him, but a growing concern has been nagging them for a few months now.  You see, Michael is lazy.  He would rather play tennis on the Wii than play tennis outdoors.  Chores are an arm-twisting scenario every day.  His interests

Teaching Writing: 5 Steps to Effective Revisions

Teaching writing can be daunting for homeschooling parents, especially if your own background in writing is a bit shaky.  How do you know what to focus on to help your child improve their writing skills?   Clear feedback is critical.  Teaching them how to review their own work is even more helpful.  Luckily, both activities use the

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