Effective Homeschooling Strategies for Families in Glassboro and Beyond

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Gaming should be allowed as a privilege after all schoolwork is finished for the day Let children play educational games to help with assignments HOW TO CONTROL GAMING OVER SCHOOL ASSIGNMENTS Brain breaks such as https://www.jigsawplanet.com/ help children stay focused https://www.jigsawplanet.com/ www.kahoot.com Create a free trivia game the whole family can play - www.kahoot.com. Many children play this as a review in class and can be used with cell phones

OVERWHELMED WITH RESOURCES. HOW DO I KNOW WHICH IS BEST FOR MY CHILD? Please watch the below YouTube to help minimize stress. https://live.myvrspot.com/iframe?v=fOWE3ZTFhOWE 4MmE5YmU2NWIyMDY4Nzk4YzFlNzc5ODk 1. Go easy on yourself 2. Avoid getting lost in resources 3. Happiness and wellbeing is most important 4. Time to digest the learning 5. Let the children lead the way 6. No hierarchy to learning

You have the work and resources narrowed down, let s put everything in place. Scientist have said it takes 14 days to form a habit SCHEDULE, ROUTINE AND MAINTENANCE Children thrive on routine, especially in class and what is expected from their teacher Set a schedule for your child, that works best for you and them They will recognize the hours of being in school Trial and error, don t be hard on yourself

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RESOURCES THAT CAN HELP WITH HOME AND SCHOOL www.khanacademy.com the best at home tutoring site, every subject is explained https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/lea rnathome.html Google Earth to take children out of their house and around the world https://www.bigdropbrew.com/living-room-pub-quiz/ Weekly Virtual trivia for Adults www.zoom.com create an account and visit family and friends virtually These are just a few sites to keep resources simple. Please contact Danielle Fiscella: dfiscella@gpsd.us for more website information

WRAP UP You are not alone We will get through this You are strong and never compare you or your family to anyone else Take your time, this is not a race This is temporary, not life long You are doing a great job