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Around age 6, homeschooled children transition from pre-school to \u201creal\u201d school. However, that doesn\u2019t have to mean hours of sitting at a desk with a workbook. Depending on the ideal educational method for your child, you can enjoy a literature-rich program, lots of hands-on activities, structured textbooks, or even a more relaxed style of learning from real-life experiences.<\/p>
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Your 6-year-old should be learning the core subjects of reading, writing, math, and age-appropriate responsibilities. Each child will advance at their unique pace, and these skills will continue to mature for many years to come, but some of the basics they should begin to learn are:<\/p>
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\r\n\tWhen creating a homeschool curriculum for a 6-year-old, the early elementary years can be a bit more relaxed for some subjects. The focus should be on the essential skills for reading, spelling, and math. Other topics are necessary but not as crucial. For example, you can approach art, science, and social studies more informally.<\/p>
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Reading<\/span>. Learning to read is a primary focus in the early elementary years because reading is fundamental to all other subjects. Your child should master phonics, if they haven\u2019t already, to prepare them for exceptional reading comprehension. The goal at this age is literacy, defined as competence in the foundational skills needed to read well. For this reason, a mastery-based program like All About Reading<\/cite><\/a> will help ensure your child has no gaps in their literacy.<\/p> Spelling<\/span>. Many, but not all, children are ready to start spelling lessons by 6. It is wise to assess your child\u2019s readiness before starting a spelling program so they don\u2019t get frustrated and burned out attempting material too advanced for them. Take the guesswork out of finding the correct spelling level for your child with this easy spelling placement test<\/a>.<\/p> Math<\/span>. In addition to counting to 100, a 6-year-old should begin with addition and subtraction and learn to tell time. They are learning to identify numbers from 1 to 100 and write them. Just like reading books, math is another foundational skill. Taking the time to master each concept is more important than moving quickly through a curriculum.<\/p> Writing<\/span>. The fine motor skills involved in writing can be complex for young students. Start writing practice in small doses and with patience. Children who still struggle with writing at 6 can do copywork. By the end of the year, they should be comfortable crafting simple sentences and writing up to a paragraph of their own stories.<\/p> Art and music<\/span>. Playing with art materials develops spatial skills used in everything from learning to ride a bike to understanding complex relationships in math. Research has shown that music can grow new neural connections in areas of the brain involved in reading and math, giving children extra mental resources needed for executive processing tasks.<\/p> Science<\/span>. You don\u2019t necessarily need a curriculum for science. Children can learn so much from the world around them. Borrow a library book to identify the different species of trees in your neighborhood. Get a magnifying glass and take a close-up look at bugs. Plant some seeds together and watch them grow. Explore the power of magnetism and gravity.<\/p> Social Studies<\/span>. Younger students typically don\u2019t have a formal social studies curriculum. This is the time to teach them their home address and phone number. They can learn about family relationships and their community. You can introduce early geography with simple maps and globes to introduce the concept of living in the broader community.<\/p> There are many reasons for teaching your 6-year-old at home. Whatever your reason, here are 5 tips to help you and your child start on the right foot. We\u2019ll start with one of the most important.<\/p> Read aloud daily<\/span>. Hearing stories read aloud helps children develop the following:<\/p> Reading together and weaving those shared stories into your family heritage will be a cherished part of your adventure. As you set up your homeschooling space, consider a dedicated library to store those special books. Here are our suggestions for 6 Inexpensive Ways to Build your Home Library<\/a>.<\/p> Build Reading Skills with Daily Reading Practice.<\/p> Because reading is fundamental to successful academics, use a mastery-based, consistent, daily reading program like All About Reading<\/cite><\/a> to give your child the greatest chance at becoming a fluent reader.<\/p> Real-Life Math<\/span>. Make some simple recipes, such as macaroni and cheese, tacos, or microwavable mug cakes. Introduce your child to measurements, fractions, and counting as they compare 1 cup to \u00bd cups or count out enough taco shells for everyone.<\/p> Foster Independence and Responsibility<\/span>. Allow your child to make choices within the parameters you set. You could give them some say in which chores they do which days or to write in the All About Reading<\/cite> activity book with a colored pencil instead of a standard lead pencil.<\/p> Include breaks and physical activity<\/span>. A great way to keep up motivation and help your child maintain focus is to reward their accomplishments with a special 5-minute dance party or a short break to play with a favorite toy. This is a win\/win because it gives him a boost of confidence when you notice him doing well, and it gives his brain a break from intense focusing.<\/p> Reading and spelling are two of the most critical subjects for homeschooling your 6-year-old at this stage of their journey. All About Learning Press was developed based on the Orton-Gillingham Approach, a world standard for teaching reading and spelling that works for any student, whether they struggle or not. Each child learns at a slightly different pace and in various ways, and it can be overwhelming for parents to figure out how to best teach their child. All About Learning Press makes Reading and Spelling easy to teach<\/a>.<\/p> All About Reading<\/cite> for Your 6-Year-Old<\/p> Master phonics in the early years to prepare your child for better reading comprehension. The All About Reading<\/cite><\/a> program is explicitly designed to use all three learning channels\u2014hearing, seeing, and hands-on activities\u2014to help lay this crucial foundation of learning to read. Take a look at the science behind why reading fluency is critical<\/a>. Fluency takes practice, and using a variety of learning channels on a daily basis to engage multiple areas of the brain increases comprehension and retention.<\/p> All About Reading<\/cite> incorporates lightly scripted teaching instructions for you to read aloud, flash cards, and hands-on letter tiles to ensure all those learning channels are activated.<\/p> You can confidently start your child off on the right reading level for her needs using our All About Reading<\/cite> placement test<\/a>.<\/p> All About Spelling<\/cite> for 6-Year-Olds<\/p> In the era of spell-check, spelling is becoming a lost art. However, the benefits of good spelling go beyond getting the right letters in the correct order. Spelling and the ability to break words down into the root words increases reading comprehension and widens a child\u2019s vocabulary. A child who can identify the root words will easily recognize unfamiliar words with the same root.<\/p> Adults who can spell and write well typically rise higher in their careers. The professional world sees good spellers as more intelligent, better at communication skills, and more attentive to detail.<\/p>5 Tips for Homeschooling Your 6-Year-Old<\/h2>
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