Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Homeschooling Preschoolers: Building a Strong Foundation – Amy Sloan, Part 2 (Through the Years Series)
"Free play teaches problem solving, critical thinking, and social skills." ~ Amy Sloan
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Yvette Hampton and Amy Sloan dive into the delightful preschool years and early kindergarten education in this addition to our "Homeschooling Through the Years" series. Amy Sloan shares essential tips and insights on discipleship, developing number sense, and the importance of play. Whether you're a new homeschool mom or a seasoned pro, you’ll find valuable advice on fostering communication skills, fine motor development, and nurturing behavior in young children.
Don't miss out on practical strategies to make learning fun and intentional for your little ones!
Topics Discussed:
00:00 - Welcome & Introduction
00:36 - What are the primary goals of preschool years?
03:18 - Academic avenues for preschoolers
10:53 - Fine motor skills development
17:20 - The importance of play
19:46 - Managing behavior in preschool years
Come back tomorrow for the rest of this conversation.
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Discussion Questions:
1. **Primary Goals:** Amy Sloan and Yvette Hampton discuss the primary goal of discipleship during the preschool years. What are some practical ways you can incorporate discipleship into your daily routine with your preschooler?
2. **Scripture Memory:** Yvette mentions different methods of teaching scripture memory to her children. What method do you find most effective for teaching scripture or other important lessons to young children?
3. **Number Sense:** Amy Sloan emphasizes the importance of developing a good number sense in preschoolers. What are some everyday activities you can do with your preschooler to enhance their understanding of numbers and basic math concepts?
4. **Learning Through Play:** Both Amy and Yvette discuss the significance of play in early childhood education. How do you balance structured learning activities and free play in your homeschooling routine?
5. **Motor Skills Development:** Amy talks about the importance of fine motor skills. What fine motor activities have you found most effective for your child, and what other creative activities could you try?
6. **Outdoor Play:** The episode mentions the benefits of outdoor play and exposure to sunshine for preschoolers. Do you have a daily routine for outdoor activities, and what are some of your child’s favorite outdoor games or activities?
7. **Behavior Management:** Yvette and Amy discuss challenges in managing behavior during the preschool years. What strategies do you employ to address behavior issues, and which ones have been the most successful?
8. **Intentional Learning:** The idea of being intentional in teaching letters, numbers, and other skills is highlighted. What are some intentional teaching moments you've experienced recently, and how did they go?
9. **Parental Self-Care:** Homeschooling, especially with little ones, can be exhausting. How do you ensure you take care of yourself while meeting the demands of your preschooler’s education and development?
10. **Resource Sharing:** The podcast mentions exchanging toys or using resources like Pinterest for activity ideas. What resources have you found valuable in homeschooling your preschooler, and are there any specific toys or tools that have made a significant impact?
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