Tweaks

In trying to prepare for this fall and a more structured curriculum many of my evenings have been searching out information on teaching subjects and how to better help Doodle learn without much effort right now. I want his lessons to be natural and easy, more of a simply explanation than forcing him to memorize something he's not ready to yet.

One of the fun things I've found is an online math website which allows for a short daily free practice. This is perfect because it's short enough that Doodle doesn't get bored and is excited to come back the next day and do it. It's also good because the website is set up to allow Doodle to naturally progress in his math with minimal effort. We now allow Doodle to log on to the website in the mornings and play it while Mommy and Daddy get dressed so one of us can help if he gets stuck. I can also see what lessons are coming up which makes it easier for me to know what concepts to work with him on in our school area.

Check it out : http://www.ixl.com/math/grade/kindergarten/