Schoolahoop

A Blog for Parents

3 Tips to Support Your Child’s Writing

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Each and every day in school your child works hard writing various texts. They may be writing a narrative story about himself, a booklet about a topic that is familiar to him, writing an expository text about a science or social studies content and more. This is not an easy task for many students, but you can help. Here are three tips to help your child's writing: Tip 1 - Help Your Kiddos … [Read more...]

5 Simple Tips to Help Your Child Grow Their Imagination for School Success

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In a world of complex toys, every game digitally at your fingertips and more information in our pocket than we could ever take in, the art of imaginative play and wonder seem to be slipping slowing from our children’s grasp. No longer are children creating rocket ships out of cardboard boxes or constructing backyard playhouses out of pine straw, leaves and sticks. Imagination is important and … [Read more...]

31 Clues for Recognizing Dyslexia in Your Child

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Recognizing Dyslexia in Your Child With the media focusing more of their attention on dyslexia, parents find themselves wanting to know more and asking questions about this reading disability with a wealth of myths and facts to complicate the issue. Initial questions begin with the definition provided by the International Dyslexia Association, which states the following: Dyslexia is a specific … [Read more...]

The Importance of Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom [You Can Help]

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This year our district purchased new social studies materials for grades K-12. During the materials selection process, it was necessary for the social studies department to determine broad goals that drive our curriculum choices and alignment. These “transfer” goals transcend grade levels and tell us what our students should be able to do upon completion of their years spent in our elementary, … [Read more...]