Alphabet Activities
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by HEA Committee
5M ago
by Ready Ed Publications. In the Alphabet Activity series, each book contains a set of practical photocopy master activities that will enhance any early childhood literacy program. Activities are designed to consolidate and reinforce introductory reading, spelling and handwriting skills. read more>>> ..read more
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Nothing Beats Hands-on Science
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by HEA Committee
5M ago
by Dr Rob. The way I see it, there are 2 main elements to any bit of science you may want to learn (or teach). The theory and the practical application. In other words, there is what actually happens in the real world, and the scientific explanation as to how and why it happens. It may seem logical to start with the theory and then move to the practical. But in reality, it is much easier for most people to understand something if they can relate that theory to something they have already experienced. Imagine trying to understand gravity if you’d never lived with it. Real world examples give y ..read more
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Discovering Your Passion to Ignite Motivation
Home Education Association Blog
by HEA Committee
6M ago
by SIDNEY D OCTOBER 1, 2023 MOTIVATION Discovering your Passion isn't a luxury in this world teeming with opportunities and choices—it's the compass that can lead you to a life filled with purpose, excitement, and unwavering motivation. We often hear the words "follow your passion," but what does it truly mean? How do you uncover that unique force within you that can propel you to new heights? This blog is your guide to not only understanding the concept of passion but also discovering it within yourself and harnessing it to ignite your motivation. So, fasten your seatbelts and embark on this ..read more
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About the Science of Reading Approach
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by HEA Committee
6M ago
Reading is arguably one of the most important skills we learn in our lives. We read to communicate, learn, and participate in our world. There has been much debate and research around the best practice for teaching reading and there is a science behind investigating which methods are most effective. I have found that teaching reading through systematic, synthetic phonics is superior to the whole language approach. I am a qualified K-6 teacher and have been teaching children since 2003. I have spent the last 7 years teaching children to read. During this time, I have trialed and explored a num ..read more
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Our Gifted Kids
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by HEA Committee
6M ago
In this episode, we’re talking to Dr Daniel Fried about his Biochemistry Literacy for Kids online classes. As soon as I saw this, I knew my gifted kids would love it and I’m excited to share something made for kids that is high-level science – that is so hard to find! I hope you love it too! Memorable Quote “Dr. Daniel Fried has been my son’s mentor for more than two years. When my then 5-year-old wanted to learn more about “real science”, Dr. Fried was the only one who believed and allowed a young child like my son to enter his classroom. Dr. Fried has a Ph.D. from Yale University and his li ..read more
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Learning Made Fun!
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by HEA Committee
6M ago
Our gamification features such as badges, leaderboards and levels help to motivate your children and keep them engaged with the material. The more they participate and the more they complete the more points they get to climb the leaderboards, collect the badges and go up the levels. Children can race against their classmates and against other students from all around the world! ,read more >>> ..read more
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Prioritising Financial Education
Home Education Association Blog
by HEA Committee
6M ago
8th September, 2021 Josh Brown Josh Brown is Assistant Principal of approximately three hundred Year 7 to 9 students at Northern Bay, a large multi-campus high school in Victoria. Josh strongly believes that it is part of the role of an educator to ensure that students have a real life understanding of how to manage money. The importance placed on financial education is replicated by the students, “As part of our commitment to developing student agency, we surveyed the students to gauge their perspective on learning financial literacy at school. They unanimously wanted to learn how to manage ..read more
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Arludo makes teaching science simple and fun
Home Education Association Blog
by HEA Committee
6M ago
Arludo is an Australian company creating videogames to engage and inspire students to help them understand and use science in their lives. Founded by an Associate Professor, Arludo is a team of scientists, educators and technologists building educational products and services people love. Our mission is to increase interest in STEM and improve scientific thinking for students of all genders, ages, and socioeconomic levels no matter where they are. read more >>> ..read more
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Touch-type, Read and Spell
Home Education Association Blog
by HEA Committee
6M ago
An online program for users of all ages and ability levels. The TTRS Course teaches typing and strengthens spelling and reading ability at the same time Learn to type, read and spell 4,500+ English words Review and repeat lessons as many times as needed Whole-word approach from the start Structured and supported learning TTRS takes a multi-sensory, Orton Gillingham approach to learning ..read more
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Purple Mash by 2 Simple
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by HEA Committee
6M ago
Bring the whole curriculum to life Purple Mash is a whole curricular, online resource that supports teachers with challenging subject areas or topics, whilst encouraging children to love learning. Go to website ..read more
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