One of the core skills that most children will learn in a preschool program (like Family Ties Child Center) is fundamental letter recognition. Starting with visual identification and moving to physical letter formation, kids will learn the role of letters in language. One of the best ways to help kids grasp both letter formation and application is by providing lessons that engage the senses. Here are some tips for creating hands-on letter lessons at home to support your child's preschool learning. [Read More]

Formal public school education once included study of Latin, a language that has all but disappeared from the elementary and secondary academic landscape. As you create an academic schedule for homeschooling your children, consider including this fundamental language in their studies. There are definitive advantages to learning Latin as a youngster. Enhancing Understanding of English Vocabulary Some 60 percent of English words have Latin origins. By learning the basics of Latin root words, suffixes and prefixes, kids have an easier way of understanding difficult words they've never seen or heard before. [Read More]