Tag: homeschooling
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One of the most common customer queries I get is from parents concerned that their child is “behind” in maths. The query usually looks something like this: My child is 8 years old and should be in Year 3. We’ve done the placement test for Milestone Maths and they tested into Level C which is… keep reading
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In the search for the “perfect” homeschool resources, families are faced with a dizzying array of new terms and options. It seems you suddenly have to become an expert in: But here’s an interesting thought: What if none of those options will truly make or break a resource for your family? Before we get into… keep reading
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Even if you’ve only just begun contemplating homeschooling you have probably noticed that there are a LOT of competing philosophies in the homeschool movement. From “child-led, wonder-based” unschoolers to the diligent workbook approach of the “school-at-home” movement, they all seem to have a different idea on what a child should know. Then there’s the Australian… keep reading
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Humble roots It was winter 2023. The whole family had suffered a very nasty flu. The kind that gave me the (slightly guilty) relief of a few quiet days because everyone was sleeping off a fever. But now it was my turn and I was SICK. I spent nearly two full weeks in bed. For… keep reading
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Real families tested Milestone Maths for a full term. Here’s what they loved, what surprised them, and what I’m improving because of their honest feedback. keep reading
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The simple, research-backed spelling method I recommend to Milestone families—no expensive programs required. keep reading
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There are three non-negotiable skills that a child needs to succeed at high school maths: Now, that list may seem overly simplistic but it really is at the heart of what every child needs succeed in higher level maths. In fact, even the dreaded algebra is really just basic arithmetic (adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing)… keep reading
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When my big boys were newborns my husband and I couldn’t get over the designs printed on newborn nappies. At the time beautiful watercolour images of Winne the Pooh or Snugglepot and Cuddlepie were the thing and they were just that, beautiful. But what purpose did they serve? Did they do anything for the newborn?… keep reading
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What Every Homeschool Parent Should Ask. As homeschooling parents, we pour our hearts into giving our children the best education possible. We carefully choose curriculum, plan lessons, and cheer them on through every “Aha!” moment. But when it comes to maths, it’s easy to wonder: Are we just checking boxes, or are we truly building… keep reading
