What is STEAM Education?
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. By providing STEAM education here at Ford Heights, we allow students to be creative and give them a chance to learn and apply inquiry skills as they collaborate with others. STEAM fosters engineering and design thinking and helps students master math and science concepts. Many STEAM […]
Embrace Boredom in Childhood
We live in a fast-paced world filled with instant gratification and constant entertainment. Have you ever paused to consider what this creates in our children? Children don’t have the opportunity to face challenges, communicate effectively or use their imagination. The next time your child complains of boredom, remember that boredom is good and is needed. […]
So, How was School Today?
Have you ever asked your child “How was School Today?” only to get an answer such as “fine”, “good” or “bad”? This could be because of how the question is phrased. It is too easy for students to just give a one-word answer. Here are a few examples of ways to ask and actually get […]
Reading at Home Over the Holiday
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How to Help your Child Develop Basic Phonemic Awareness
What is Phonemic Awareness? Phonemic awareness is the ability to hear and manipulate sounds (phonemes) that make up words. Phonemic awareness does not utilize visual letters. It is done completely through listening and speaking. These skills get stronger through repeated exposure and practice. What are skills to help my child start?
How to Teach Gratitude
This time of year can cause students to focus on material items and what they might not have instead of what they do have. Here are a few ways to teach gratitude at home. Keep in mind that learning gratitude takes time. Be patient and continue to model this at home.
Parent/Teacher Collaboration
Parents and teachers share the same goals for children and students: they want each individual to do their best. This will happen when parents and teachers work together. This can happen in several ways.
Make Screen Time Educational
PBS Kids -This is a great site for kids of all ages featuring all of your kids’ favorite characters from PBS! RHC Books – Featuring books, activities, games and more all surrounding your favorite characters from Random House Books! This is a great way to make books come alive for little ones! Star Fall – […]
Tips for Reading to Your Children
Reading with your children is a great way to help them build their oral language and vocabulary. It is also a very special time to spend one-on-one each day. Make sure to choose a book that is slightly above your child’s reading ability. Take time to stop and talk about the story and pull out […]
How to Get Your Child to Tell You about Their Day
Have you ever asked your child “How was school today?” only to get an answer such as “fine”, “good” or “bad”? This could be because of how the question is phrased. It is too easy for students to just give a one word answer. Here are a few examples of ways to ask and actually […]