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The Rise of Learning Pods: A Comprehensive Look at Pros and Cons for Your Child's Education
Welcome, parents and educators, to my latest blog! Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of learning pods—an innovative approach...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Aug 3, 20233 min read
Empowering Education: The Marvelous World of Homeschooling!
Hey there, dear readers! Norma Jean here, the founder of Time to Shine Teaching, and I am thrilled to have all of you with me today for...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Aug 3, 20233 min read
Exploring the History of the Public School System and Seeking Alternatives for Today's Challenges
Welcome, everyone! Today we are going to delve into the fascinating history of the public school system, its purpose, the challenges it...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Jul 9, 20232 min read
"Nature's Classroom: Embracing the Wonders of Outdoor Learning for Children"
As we wrap up our series on outdoor learning, let me provide you with two more Outdoor Learning Activities that are sure to further...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Jul 4, 20232 min read
"Beyond Books: Discovering the Magic of Outdoor Learning with Math, Science, and Art!"
Hello, everyone! I'm Norma Jean, the founder of Time to Shine Teaching, and I'm absolutely thrilled to be continuing our conversation...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Jun 27, 20233 min read
Embrace the Joy of Outdoor Learning this Summer!
Hello, everyone! I'm Norma Jean, founder of Time to Shine Teaching, and I'm thrilled to share an exciting topic with you today:...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Jun 20, 20233 min read
Embrace Outdoor Learning: A Refreshing Approach to Engaging Education
Hello, I'm Norma Jean, founder of Time to Shine Teaching. With over 20 years of experience in supporting children and their families, my...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Jun 12, 20233 min read
Rethinking Traditional Summer Reading Programs: A Better Approach to Engaging Learning
It's that time of year again when schools send home notices suggesting that your child attend a summer reading program to "catch them up"...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Jun 12, 20233 min read
Cultivating a Growth Mindset in Children with Learning Differences
Hey there, lovely people! Today, I want to dive into an important topic: nurturing a growth mindset in children with learning...
Norma Jean Maxwell
May 27, 20233 min read
Unleashing the Power of Growth Mindset: Let's Overcome Common Traps Together!
I know firsthand how tough it can be for parents and educators to navigate the maze of advice when it comes to fostering a growth mindset...
Norma Jean Maxwell
May 22, 20233 min read
Nurturing Your Child's Growth Mindset: Practical Strategies for Success
Hey there, welcome to my blog post where I'll dive into some practical strategies to nurture a growth mindset in your children. But...
Norma Jean Maxwell
May 18, 20233 min read
"Empowering Your Child's Success: The Benefits of Fostering a Growth Mindset”
As parents and educators, we all want our children to succeed and thrive. But what happens when our children encounter setbacks or...
Norma Jean Maxwell
May 10, 20233 min read
"How to Advocate for Your Child with a Learning Disability: Tips from a Mom and Teacher
Hi there, friends! I'm Norma Jean, the founder of Time to Shine Teaching. Today I’m going to talk about how to be an advocate for your...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Apr 28, 20233 min read
How to Support Children with Learning Differences at Home: Strategies for Success
As a parent or caregiver, you want to make sure that your child is getting the support they need to succeed in school and beyond. But...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Apr 21, 20232 min read
Identifying Early Signs of Learning Difficulties in Children
Let’s talk about a really important topic - learning difficulties in children. As parents and teachers, we all want our children to...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Apr 7, 20233 min read
Unlock the Power of Language: The Highly Effective Orton Gillingham Method!
Hey there! Are you or someone you know struggling with reading, writing, or spelling? If so, you may have heard about the Orton...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Mar 31, 20232 min read
"Teaching to Learn: Supporting Your Child's Unique Learning Style"
Welcome, everyone! This month, we're exploring learning styles and how to best support our children's unique ways of learning. As a...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Mar 24, 20232 min read
"Unlocking Your Child's Learning Potential: The Power of Multi-Sensory Education"
Multi-sensory learning is an approach that engages multiple senses, like sight, sound, touch, and movement, to make learning more...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Mar 16, 20232 min read
"Unlock Your Child's Potential: Tips and Strategies for Supporting Their Learning at Home"
As a parent, you want to see your child succeed academically and in life. But with different learning styles and the ever-changing...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Mar 10, 20232 min read
"Unconventional Learning: Why Homeschooling and Unschooling May Be the Perfect Fit for Your Family"
Hey there! So, have you been considering homeschooling or unschooling for your child's education? It's not surprising that these...
Norma Jean Maxwell
Mar 2, 20232 min read
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