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There are so many superb resources online for kids' education that I'd need a couple dozen years to cover them!

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One of the neatest aspect of teaching resources online is if you feel your child isn't being challenged enough in school, you can probably find additional resources online for further enrichment. My colleague has been doing that now for years.

Thus, let's now dive into:

Before You Begin - General Lesson Finding

A good rule of thumb when searching online for lessons is to be short and simple . For example, let's say you want to find free math worksheets for kids. Searching for:

free math worksheets

might reveal:

Some useful books are:


Fast & Fun Mental Math (Grades 4-8)
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2007-10-18 Summary: Great for Class Warm up TOO pricey here ... This book is great as a warm up for class grade 7, it does seem very overpriced on the used market here right now. It is available on a popular auction site for around $6, and a few more for shipping. Here is is listed as $214.00 as a low price, what is up with that???? I use it everyday just to get the room settled and focused on math. I especially enjoy the first week when I discover that they really don't know how many days are in a year, or how many weeks in a year and why would they? This covers alot of things ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2007-09-25 Summary: Fun book! ... I'm using this book with my homeschooled 5th grader that doesn't enjoy math but is actually very good at it. She's really enjoying this book, much more than she enjoys her text book. It's also helping me to identify clearly what her strengths and weaknesses are. We're doing it all orally. I think the grade range of 4-8 is pretty accurate. My daughter is right at grade level and we are within the book just where they suggest for a 5th grader. ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | 250 Quick Quizzes to Sharpen Math Skills Every Day of the School Year Includes Reproducible Answer Sheets! An experienced math teacher shares the 250 10-minute quizzes he developed that helped boost his students' mental math skills and their scores on standardized tests. Topics covered include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, numeration, patterns, percents, ratio, rounding, prime numbers, geometry and much more. Includes ready-to-use, reproducible answer sheets. Geared...more

Football Fun Pad Mental Maths (Football Fun)

It works that way for phonics too:

free phonics worksheets

Some helpful books are:


Daily Word Ladders: Grades 1-2: 150+ Reproducible Word Study Lessons That Help Kids Boost Reading, Vocabulary, Spelling and Phonics Skills!
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-04-30 Summary: Great or Greatest worksheet ever ... My 1st graders LOVE these! They are great for challenging high kids and to do together as a class! You can add letter tiles also and make it a center if you have them. ...more
[2] Rating: 4 Date: 2009-04-26 Summary: Excellent! ... I bought this to add to our homeschooling curriculum. I gave it to my first grade son hoping for a fun way to have him think about words - how they are spelled, how they relate to one another, etc. It's been fun,it doesn't take long and it requires him to use his brain. I love it! ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Students climb to new heights in reading and writing with these fun, engaging, reproducible word-building games! Students read clues on each rung, then change and rearrange letters to create words until they reach the top. All the while, they're analyzing sound-symbol relationships, broadening their vocabulary, and building spelling skills to become better readers. For use with Grades 1-2. ...more


Now I'm Reading!: Phonics Wheels - Short Vowels
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-04-14 Summary: Great for new readers! ... My son loves to take this to bed with him so he can read it to himself before going to sleep. Fun pictures and great themes. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2008-06-30 Summary: I love this set ... We've used the Bob books, Diego phonics, Curious George phonics and by far this is the best "set" of books for my 4 year old boy. Each book focuses on a different phrase, so the repetition of certain words builds confidence. The stickers have been a great reward system, for us. Generally I am selective about when using rewards - I'd prefer my son learn to read simply for the enjoyment of reading, and not for the sticker - but I have to say that stickers work! I volunteer for 1st & 2nd graders who are "behind" their ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Pre-Reader Contains 10 read-along books for parent and child to read together. 10 early learning concepts, from numbers to colors 40 colorful stickers Predictable patterns and repetitive text Strong picture clues Extended activities...more

Neat, eh? So let's begin with pouncing upon my very favorite subject,

Step 1 - Math Resources

Math is the basis upon which all logical work is done. Give your children the gift of math mastery and you have made their school lives much easier.

Some useful math resources are:

Does your child have math phobia? If so, consider the following resources to help.

Heck, just check out the search:

kids math anxiety

Want books? Consider:


Overcoming Math Anxiety
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-05-31 Summary: It makes a difference ... This book made me understand my students more. But most of all, Tobias give a chance to look back one's past, how she liked math and how she feared it at the same time. Every advice she gives is based on the real counselling. That was a wonderful help to my korea student. Math Anxiety is universial, like math. Thanks Ms. Tobias. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2007-07-05 Summary: Excellent ... I was throughly pleased with this purchase. What I like the most is the research that went into explaining why you would have a phobia about math. ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | A new edition of the 1978 release reaffirms its original statement that math success is less dependent on mental skills than it is on confidence and identifies gender-based teaching patterns that inhibit otherwise intelligent students. Reprint....more


Conquering Math Anxiety (with CD-ROM)
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 4 Date: 2009-02-17 Summary: It works, even if it's a little cheesy ... I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who has any type of academic anxiety, not just math. It's a little cheesy at times, but if you follow what it says, you will change your attitude about math. I just got a 100 on a math test for the first time since grade school (I'm a college student). At any rate, with the low price, it's a definite yes. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2000-11-01 Summary: Conquering Math Anxiety ... I found this to be an exceptional book. It provides excellent practical strategies to be successful in math. It covers everything from psychological/personal blocks that may hinder students from learning math to practical success strategies that students can apply immediately. I especially enjoyed the discussion on learning styles and the accomodations that can be used for better understanding of coursework. I found the chapters on positive self-talk, conquering test anxiety and study skills very helpful as well. Every ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | This third edition of Arem's CONQUERING MATH ANXIETY workbook presents a comprehensive, multifaceted treatment approach to reduce math anxiety and math avoidance. The author offers tips on specific strategies, as well as relaxation exercises. The book's major focus is to encourage students to take action. Hands-on activities help readers explore both the underlying causes of their problem and viable solutions. Many activities are followed by illustrated examples completed by other students....more

Now let's discuss another great learning topic,

Step 2 - Language Resources

Clear, concise and compelling will work wonders for your children once they master it! Here are some language/reading/writing resources to help.

Language should be useful and not mangled. :-)

Another important resource for kids to learn is:

Step 3 - Science Resources

Science is a whole new frontier for kids... replete with excitement and adventure! Get your kids hooked on it via:

Nice, huh? I'd be remiss, however, if I didn't close this page with:

Step 4 - For More Information

There are bunches of great lesson sites out there!

Check out:

And don't forget about:


Cranium
Feature: ... The original award-winning board game; Sketch, sculpt, solve puzzles, act and hum and answer questions; Perfect for parties, reunions, after dinner, vacations; Each game lasts about an hour; Recommended for ages 13 years and up ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 4 Date: 2009-04-21 Summary: good game, but a lot of luck involved ... I really like the star performer and the drawing section, but the word and data sections are really a lot of luck, if you get a question you know that you win, but if you don't there is not a lot you can do about it. Still a fun game to play. I would still like to try the new edition, maybe there have been some improvements. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-03-23 Summary: Lots of fun for the entire family ... This is a fantastic game for the entire family ...... we loooooove it !!! ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | For 4 or more players Cranium is an amazing party game that brings friends and family together through 14 fun and riotous activities. You won't believe what your friends and family can do as your team hums, whistles, sketches, sculpts, acts, puzzles and even spells backwards to win. Cranium's outrageous activities are organized into four card decks: Creative Cat will have you sketching, sculpting with clay and even drawing with your eyes closed. Star Performer asks you to hum or whistle...more
[2] ... Amazon Review | Spell a word backwards, hum a tune, answer a multiple-choice question, draw with your eyes closed, and more when you play Cranium. Unlike games that focus on only a few skills, Cranium offers 14 talent-tapping activities designed to bring out the best in you and your friends. Cranium offers 14 talent-tapping activities designed to bring out the best in you and your friends. Cards from four decks, color-coded to match each of the crazy characters--Star Performer, Creative Cat, Data Head, and...more


Cranium Wow Game
Feature: ... 600 Cards --15 Activities -- About 2,172 laughs!; All new movers -- with hats and hairdos!; Sketch, sculpt, solve puzzles, act, and hum; Your hidden talent has hidden long enough; Instant fun -- Just add people! ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-03-03 Summary: WOW! ... We love this game!! As a family of 5, it gets a little old playing life or monopoly! This set is visually appealing to us and our older two children (ages 9 & 11). The 2 year old tries to play as well. It has been a little challenging for the young ones, however, we don't have to skip too many cards to get to one they understand, and it really brings out their talents and skills, in a really fun environment! This game has brought out lots of support for family members, and is helping the kids feel comfortable with ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-02-02 Summary: The perfect party game ... I love this game so much that I bring it to small parties whenever I can. I've played the original cranium game, but I like this one so much better because it is more current and "hip". The only downfall to this is that after a few years, what was considered "cool" when the game was created is now out of date. Nevertheless, most of the aspects of this game is timeless and that is what makes it great. Much fun and my favorite board game by far. ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | Cranium WOW is the newest version of the outrageously fun, smash-hit board game that brings friends and family together through a variety of activities that celebrate all of your interests and strengths. Whether you're an aspiring actor, artist, data hound, or wordsmith, Cranium gives you and your team a moment to shine. Game features collectible play pieces with mix-and-match accessories, a redesigned game board, and new challenges within each of the four categories. For 2 or more teams....more
[2] ... Product Description | The classic game of Cranium just got an upgrade. Cranium Wow is the latest addition to the fast-paced, addictive, and downright fun family of games that manages to uncover a player’s talents--or lack thereof. Similar to its older sibling, Wow’s objective is to move around the board until you’ve reached Cranium Central, where your team completes its final activities to claim victory. A box chock full of at least 2,172 laughs. Of course, advancing to the center of the board is where...more

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