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Why Guitar Is the Perfect Hobby for Homeschoolers

Why Guitar Is the Perfect Hobby for Homeschoolers

Why Guitar Is the Perfect Hobby for Homeschoolers

Learn what makes guitar (or any musical instrument) the perfect homeschool hobby and extracurricular activity in this episode with John Futch. John has been teaching music for over twenty years, currently via First Frets, an online guitar and ukulele program that takes students from beginner to advanced, one step at a time. If you have a musically inclined child, this episode will inspire you to imagine the possibilities playing guitar can open for your family.

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How to Make an Epsom Salt Crystal Ornament

How to Make an Epsom Salt Crystal Ornament

12_Homeschool_Geography_ExplorationsAstound your children by turning a pipe cleaner into a delicate crystalline decoration! This craft is easy to accomplish with minimal mess. Enjoy it as a simple handicraft project or take it a step further and learn some of the science behind the activity. This particular tutorial uses a star shape, but of course, you can form the ornament into whatever shape you’d like for any holiday or just everyday crafting!

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How to Handle Math Mistakes

How to Handle Math Mistakes

How to Handle Math Mistakes

Nicole the Math Lady has a unique approach to math mistakes: When errors happen, instead of feeling like a failure, accept mistakes as part of the learning process. Teach your kids not to be perfect math problem solvers but perfect math fixers. Nicole explains how she uses her own bloopers to encourage kids to embrace imperfection and keep trying.

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