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Reasons For Homeschooling + Gifted Movie Review

Parents have many reasons or factors that lead them to homeschooling whether moral, religious, political, geographical, financial, medical etc. or a combination of these.  One of the many reasons is giftedness. In this blog we'll define giftedness and explore one example of giftedness as presented in the 2017 film, Gifted. What is Giftedness? Giftedness refers to exceptional ability or potential in one or more areas, such as intellectual, creative, artistic, leadership, or academic domains, compared to peers of the same age, experience, or environment. Gifted individuals often demonstrate advanced cognitive abilities, heightened curiosity, rapid learning, and a deep capacity for complex thought and problem-solving. Key characteristics of giftedness may include:   A. Intellectual Giftedness : Advanced reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.   B. Creative Giftedness : Originality, innovation, and unique perspectives in creative pursuits like art, music, or writing. 
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STEAM Activities For Little Kids

STEM, STEM, STEAM eveyone talks about it but what is it?

What is STEM/STEAM?

STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering and  Mathematics. 

STEAM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, ART & Mathematics. 

Daily engagement in learning activities geared to these subjects help to grow a young child's natural curiosity and interest in these vital subjects.

Below are some examples of STEAM activities that are fun, formative and appealing for the little ones:

2yr old's aerodynamic tower!

Building blocks: Encourage your child to build towers, castles, and bridges with building blocks. This helps develop their problem-solving and spatial reasoning skills.


Cooking and baking: Introduce your child to the basics of cooking and baking by letting them help with measuring ingredients and stirring.

Kids made ice cream from Edible Science Book


Sensory bins: Fill a container with items such as rice, beans, pasta, sand or kinetic sand and add toys like cups, scoops, and funnels. Children can explore and experiment with different textures and movements.



Bubbles: Blowing and catching bubbles is a simple and enjoyable activity that can also help with fine motor skills development.




Art and Crafts: Encourage creativity through hands-on activities like drawing, painting, and crafting.

2yr old drawing - Still life art!


Simple machines: Teach children about simple machines like pulleys, levers, and ramps by having them create their own with blocks and other household items.


Planting seeds: Children can learn about the process of plant growth by planting seeds in a small container and observing the changes over time.




Remember that the most important aspect of these activities is spending quality time with your child and having fun together!

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