make joy normal: cozy homeschooling
In the context of promoting joy, fun and an environment of love, Bonnie welcomes you! Bonnie is a homeschool mom of seven kids, 32 years in - writer, speaker and cheerleader. Meet her cohosts who bring your questions and theirs to the table: Elizabeth, mom of six, in the thick of glorious family life, and Christina, just starting the homeschool journey with three littles. Join us for some honest discussion about how to make home education cozy. Just like you imagined.
make joy normal: cozy homeschooling
primer on dictation
In today's episode, Elizabeth and I chat about questions that often come up about dictation. When do we know our child is ready for dictation, where to begin and whether dictation can be used with an older child. And for practical tips, check out a new video of dictation with my six year old grandson.
1:12 - How dictation works
8:00 - How to choose what to write for dictation
12:53 - Using dictation with older kids
23:44 - Adjusting for the needs of the child
31:42 - How do I know when my child is ready for dictation?
34:00 - What if your child still struggles with writing letters?
A few more Youtube videos on dictation :
Dictation WORKS!
Dictation Example video
actual dictation lesson
unsolicited advice: dictation is the answer (blog post)
Too Far with Laura Horn
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