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Learning Resources | Posted on Sep 7, 2020 |Learning Resources
Exploring maths is fun for children and parents, but you may be wondering what maths milestones match up with other established ages and stage milestones. Foundation Years, an online resource set up by the National Children’s Bureau has a helpful guide with early years maths milestones and more which you can download.
Make learning easier and more peaceful when you organize your homeschool. Here are five tips and tricks tools to help with your homeschool organization so your family can enjoy your homeschool more.
Whether homeschooling is something you have been wanting to do for a while, or a choice you made due to COVID-19, staying organized can make for an easier transition. After all, not only will you be eating, sleeping and living at home, you will now have school to add to the list! It is a lot to juggle, but staying organized can save you money, time and energy, and also make homeschooling life more fun.
Get yourself a homeschool calendar.
One of the perks of homeschooling is that you can go by your very own calendar and are no longer tied to the traditional school year. However, in most cases, children will still need and want to have some sort of school year structure, so having a physical calendar handy that they can reference is a good idea. A calendar can also help plan lessons and map out a curriculum in advance.
Set up dedicated folders, cubbies or shelves for each child.
Kids feel more prepared if they know what is expected of them ahead of time in school, and at home it should be set up similarly. Spend some additional time setting up folders, cubbies or individual spots on some shelves for your children. That way, they know where to go to find their school work. There should be a “place for everything” - both to save your children time and energy with searching for missing assignments, and to save you from losing your sanity.
Create a library book bin.
I have spent more time than I care to admit hunting down my children’s lost library books. The good news is that after many years of frustration, I have finally wizened up. Get yourself some cheap cubby bins (the kind that easily slip onto shelves) and label them with your child’s name. Designate that bin the “library book bin” and make sure books are to be returned to that spot when they are finished reading.
Make a designated space for school records.
Depending on what your state requires, you may need to save portfolios or cumulative files for longer than the school year. It would be smart to have a designated space for record keeping. We are not required to do this by law where I live, but I have chosen to keep folders and a binder labeled with each child’s name and that will serve as a portfolio of sorts.
Get yourself a tabletop organizer.
My family loves the Create-a-Space Storage Center from Learning Resources. It is an absolute must-have for any homeschooling family who works around a kitchen or dining room table. A multi-functional space saver, it comes with eight storage containers (plus the center console) that come in and out of the fitted tray. Each removable container comes with an easy-to-hold handle, so children can easily access and grab the materials they need. We love this one because it’s super convenient to have all the needed supplies in one place.
I have found these simple tools have made organizing our family’s homeschool much easier. Regardless of what you choose to do, please know there’s no right method of homeschool organization - but you do need to do it!
Make learning easier and more peaceful when you organize your homeschool. Here are five tips and tricks tools to help with your homeschool organization so your family can enjoy your homeschool more.
Whether homeschooling is something you have been wanting to do for a while, or a choice you made due to COVID-19, staying organized can make for an easier transition. After all, not only will you be eating, sleeping and living at home, you will now have school to add to the list! It is a lot to juggle, but staying organized can save you money, time and energy, and also make homeschooling life more fun.
Get yourself a homeschool calendar.
One of the perks of homeschooling is that you can go by your very own calendar and are no longer tied to the traditional school year. However, in most cases, children will still need and want to have some sort of school year structure, so having a physical calendar handy that they can reference is a good idea. A calendar can also help plan lessons and map out a curriculum in advance.
Set up dedicated folders, cubbies or shelves for each child.
Kids feel more prepared if they know what is expected of them ahead of time in school, and at home it should be set up similarly. Spend some additional time setting up folders, cubbies or individual spots on some shelves for your children. That way, they know where to go to find their school work. There should be a “place for everything” - both to save your children time and energy with searching for missing assignments, and to save you from losing your sanity.
Create a library book bin.
I have spent more time than I care to admit hunting down my children’s lost library books. The good news is that after many years of frustration, I have finally wizened up. Get yourself some cheap cubby bins (the kind that easily slip onto shelves) and label them with your child’s name. Designate that bin the “library book bin” and make sure books are to be returned to that spot when they are finished reading.
Make a designated space for school records.
Depending on what your state requires, you may need to save portfolios or cumulative files for longer than the school year. It would be smart to have a designated space for record keeping. We are not required to do this by law where I live, but I have chosen to keep folders and a binder labeled with each child’s name and that will serve as a portfolio of sorts.
Get yourself a tabletop organizer.
My family loves the Create-a-Space Storage Center from Learning Resources. It is an absolute must-have for any homeschooling family who works around a kitchen or dining room table. A multi-functional space saver, it comes with eight storage containers (plus the center console) that come in and out of the fitted tray. Each removable container comes with an easy-to-hold handle, so children can easily access and grab the materials they need. We love this one because it’s super convenient to have all the needed supplies in one place.
I have found these simple tools have made organizing our family’s homeschool much easier. Regardless of what you choose to do, please know there’s no right method of homeschool organization - but you do need to do it!
This year back-to-school is looking different for everyone, but that doesn’t mean it’s not exciting! Learning Resources is proud to support parents and teachers by offering products that keep your students learning and growing amidst all the changes they’re encountering. That is why we are extremely excited to share that some of our most loved preschool products will be available at select Target locations as well as online at Target.com. Target and Learning Resources prioritize your safety, that is why our products are also available for curbside pick-up. Simply select Drive Up at checkout on the Target App and it will be delivered to you outside the store for no extra cost.Our products at Learning Resources are designed to promote learning through play, help you engage your children’s brains, boost motor skills and develop their creativity. Our free at-home learning activities combined with our educational preschool products available at Target will keep your kids engaged throughout the day.A few of our favorites available in-store at Target:Coding Critters Ranger and Zip -These playful puppy pets bring early STEM concepts to preschool learning through 100% screen-free coding. Kids code along with their new pets’ storybook adventure, and help the brave Ranger and mischievous Zip have a playtime they'll never forget! The Coding Critters also double as cute interactive pets - press Ranger's nose to activate Play Mode, where you can feed, pet, and take care of your new puppy robot pal! Puzzle Globe -It’s a whole new spin on learning about geography! The Puzzle Globe is designed to help even PreK learners investigate the continents, the oceans, famous landmarks, different kinds of animals, and much more. The big chunky pieces are designed to match up to holes on the globe, so it’s easier for children to put continents in place.Learn-A-Lot Avocados -These avocados have feelings, and they're not afraid to show it! Kids build early fine motor, color, and social-emotional learning (SEL) skills with every spin of the Learn-A-Lot Avocados. Whether the avocados are happy or sad, sleepy or mad, or just feeling other big feelings, they're always ready to have a good time.Alphabet Acorns Activity Set -A unique twist on matching games! Kids will learn letters and the alphabet as they put the acorns together by matching upper- and lowercase letters. Inside each acorn is a little surprise…a vibrant color counter. Kids can stack the ABCs in order, or just make up their own game.Hoot the Fine Motor Owl -Hoot is here to help kids prepare for preschool success with four fun activities. Cuter than your average developmental toys, this fine motor skills owl is designed to build and strengthen the different areas of hand strength and coordination included in school readiness checklists [fusion_menu_anchor name="stores" class=""][/fusion_menu_anchor]List of stores by state:[fusion_accordion divider_line="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id=""][fusion_toggle title="Alabama" open="no"]
Back-to-School Shopping at Target!
This year back-to-school is looking different for everyone, but that doesn’t mean it’s not exciting! Learning Resources is proud to support parents and teachers by offering products that keep your students learning and growing amidst all the changes they’re encountering. That is why we are extremely excited to share that some of our most loved preschool products will be available at select Target locations as well as online at Target.com. Target and Learning Resources prioritize your safety, that is why our products are also available for curbside pick-up. Simply select Drive Up at checkout on the Target App and it will be delivered to you outside the store for no extra cost.Our products at Learning Resources are designed to promote learning through play, help you engage your children’s brains, boost motor skills and develop their creativity. Our free at-home learning activities combined with our educational preschool products available at Target will keep your kids engaged throughout the day.A few of our favorites available in-store at Target:Coding Critters Ranger and Zip -These playful puppy pets bring early STEM concepts to preschool learning through 100% screen-free coding. Kids code along with their new pets’ storybook adventure, and help the brave Ranger and mischievous Zip have a playtime they'll never forget! The Coding Critters also double as cute interactive pets - press Ranger's nose to activate Play Mode, where you can feed, pet, and take care of your new puppy robot pal! Puzzle Globe -It’s a whole new spin on learning about geography! The Puzzle Globe is designed to help even PreK learners investigate the continents, the oceans, famous landmarks, different kinds of animals, and much more. The big chunky pieces are designed to match up to holes on the globe, so it’s easier for children to put continents in place.Learn-A-Lot Avocados -These avocados have feelings, and they're not afraid to show it! Kids build early fine motor, color, and social-emotional learning (SEL) skills with every spin of the Learn-A-Lot Avocados. Whether the avocados are happy or sad, sleepy or mad, or just feeling other big feelings, they're always ready to have a good time.Alphabet Acorns Activity Set -A unique twist on matching games! Kids will learn letters and the alphabet as they put the acorns together by matching upper- and lowercase letters. Inside each acorn is a little surprise…a vibrant color counter. Kids can stack the ABCs in order, or just make up their own game.Hoot the Fine Motor Owl -Hoot is here to help kids prepare for preschool success with four fun activities. Cuter than your average developmental toys, this fine motor skills owl is designed to build and strengthen the different areas of hand strength and coordination included in school readiness checklists [fusion_menu_anchor name="stores" class=""][/fusion_menu_anchor]List of stores by state:[fusion_accordion divider_line="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id=""][fusion_toggle title="Alabama" open="no"]
No better phrase fits the 2020-2021 school year than "different strokes for different folks"! Whether your family has chosen in-person, virtual or homeschool learning, we know that it wasn't an easy decision for your family. If you have chosen home-schooling for this year, this post may help provide some organization inspiration as your kitchen table becomes the classroom.
Whether you are new to homeschooling or are looking to up your organization skills, we've pulled together a few of our favorite tips that we hope will help you ease into this school year feeling prepared.
Find a consistent spot for homeschool.
Consistency is key! Studies show that having a place dedicated to working helps the brain focus its attention to the task at hand. While it may not be feasible to convert an entire room to homeschooling, creating a workstation at the kitchen or dining room table will help your child focus on schoolwork with limited distraction. The Create-a-Space Bundle is a great all--in-one way to easily store all of your homeschool supplies. The magnetic, sealable pouches can store manipulatives for counting or letter practice while the circular tray can house writing utensils, markers, glue sticks and any other items needed quickly and easily. The circular tray can also be picked up quickly at the end of your school day so your table can serve dinner. Pulling these items out at the beginning of each school day will create a routine and help your child's brain switch from kitchen table to desk.
Color code.
Easily track and locate different work by color coding. Not only will this help make your home school a bit more colorful and fun, it will help both you and your child to organize work by color. The Write & Wipe Pockets are great for being eco-friendly too! Reuse worksheets by sliding them into these dry-erase pockets and fit in with your color coordination. Color coding is also really helpful if you have more than one child learning at home. Having a distinction between work for different children, subjects or days can help you as an educator and parent locate work or items more easily.
Make sure everything has a place.
Just like socks and shoes have a designated spot in your home, so should school work. Rather than letting papers pile up and get lost, figure out a filing system that works for you that ensures everything school-related has a place. Repurposing plastic bins, bookshelves or magazine holders are a great way to get started with figuring out a system using items you already have in your home. Don't forget about items like dry erase markers and your supplies! This Magnetic Whiteboard Storage Pocket is easy to stick on your dry erase board so that your items don't always end up in your child's supply bin.
Get creative with how you store items.
You don't have to dedicate an entire room in your house to homeschooling to make it work! Think of creative ways to store items that will not be used after your school day ends. Are there places you can hang items, rather than lay them down? What can be folded up and tucked away? Are there items in your house that can be repurposed for storing homeschool material? While it can be daunting to think about, we promise that homeschool materials do not have to take over your life! One recommendation is adding zip ties to the end of pointers, rulers or other items that have a hole to them. Hang these up using magnetic hooks to make them easy to locate while still being out of the way.
Similar to how we all faced quarantine, we're all in this new and likely challenging school year together, even if that looks different to everyone! What are your tips for home school organization?
No better phrase fits the 2020-2021 school year than "different strokes for different folks"! Whether your family has chosen in-person, virtual or homeschool learning, we know that it wasn't an easy decision for your family. If you have chosen home-schooling for this year, this post may help provide some organization inspiration as your kitchen table becomes the classroom.
Whether you are new to homeschooling or are looking to up your organization skills, we've pulled together a few of our favorite tips that we hope will help you ease into this school year feeling prepared.
Find a consistent spot for homeschool.
Consistency is key! Studies show that having a place dedicated to working helps the brain focus its attention to the task at hand. While it may not be feasible to convert an entire room to homeschooling, creating a workstation at the kitchen or dining room table will help your child focus on schoolwork with limited distraction. The Create-a-Space Bundle is a great all--in-one way to easily store all of your homeschool supplies. The magnetic, sealable pouches can store manipulatives for counting or letter practice while the circular tray can house writing utensils, markers, glue sticks and any other items needed quickly and easily. The circular tray can also be picked up quickly at the end of your school day so your table can serve dinner. Pulling these items out at the beginning of each school day will create a routine and help your child's brain switch from kitchen table to desk.
Color code.
Easily track and locate different work by color coding. Not only will this help make your home school a bit more colorful and fun, it will help both you and your child to organize work by color. The Write & Wipe Pockets are great for being eco-friendly too! Reuse worksheets by sliding them into these dry-erase pockets and fit in with your color coordination. Color coding is also really helpful if you have more than one child learning at home. Having a distinction between work for different children, subjects or days can help you as an educator and parent locate work or items more easily.
Make sure everything has a place.
Just like socks and shoes have a designated spot in your home, so should school work. Rather than letting papers pile up and get lost, figure out a filing system that works for you that ensures everything school-related has a place. Repurposing plastic bins, bookshelves or magazine holders are a great way to get started with figuring out a system using items you already have in your home. Don't forget about items like dry erase markers and your supplies! This Magnetic Whiteboard Storage Pocket is easy to stick on your dry erase board so that your items don't always end up in your child's supply bin.
Get creative with how you store items.
You don't have to dedicate an entire room in your house to homeschooling to make it work! Think of creative ways to store items that will not be used after your school day ends. Are there places you can hang items, rather than lay them down? What can be folded up and tucked away? Are there items in your house that can be repurposed for storing homeschool material? While it can be daunting to think about, we promise that homeschool materials do not have to take over your life! One recommendation is adding zip ties to the end of pointers, rulers or other items that have a hole to them. Hang these up using magnetic hooks to make them easy to locate while still being out of the way.
Similar to how we all faced quarantine, we're all in this new and likely challenging school year together, even if that looks different to everyone! What are your tips for home school organization?
There’s no doubt that this upcoming school year will look different. Change can be challenging, but adapting to change early can help relieve some of the stress on top of first day jitters.One of the known sweeping changes coming to the classroom is mandated masks. Masks are an important and easy first line of defense for children’s’ health and safety in the classroom. Today we’re sharing a few tips and tricks to help your child get in the habit of wearing a mask for long periods of time before stepping back into the classroom.
Be a role model.
Whether we know it or not, kids watch our every move. If you’re wearing a mask, they will likely ask why. Explaining to your children that you are wearing a mask in an effort to protect yourself and those around you from getting sick is an easy way to start the conversation. No one likes to feel sick, so wearing a mask can help prevent those icky feelings. Having these conversations with children now (if you haven’t already) is important for them to begin to understand why masks are part of our new normal.
Start wearing masks now.
We all know how hectic the first day of school can be! This isn’t the time to add a mask in the mix. Starting to practice wearing a mask will help children get into the habit, similarly to wearing shoes inside public buildings. Beginning this practice a few weeks in advance will help your child become more familiar with the idea of wearing a mask to (hopefully) avoid any push back in those first days back.
Practice at home.
There are a few ways to start normalizing the idea of masks at home. Try putting a mask on a favorite stuffed animal or doll and act out a trip to the doctor. The animal or doll can be praised for wearing their mask, and in doing so your child will begin to positively associate wearing a mask.Beginning to wear a mask for eight hours each day will be a big change if your child has only worn it for short periods of time (or not at all). Gradually have your child wear the mask for longer increments of time. Start with a short time like 5 seconds, then 10 seconds, and work up from there. The goal is to only increase the time when your child has successfully worn the mask without taking it off.Another way to practice at home is by wearing a mask around the house. Normalizing this look with your child will build familiarity and comfort right at home. Try taking selfies with the mask too and use positive comments like “You look like a superhero!” or “You look great wearing a mask!”Try printing out pictures of your child’s favorite character and encouraging them to draw a mask on them. Positive comments like “[Character] loves to help others, and I’m sure they would wear a mask to protect their friends. You’re just like them!” are helpful for normalizing this new habit.If you are able, consider letting your child pick out their own mask(s). Try making this special like back to school shopping for a backpack. If they find a mask they like, they may be more inclined to wear it and pick out outfits to go with it.If necessary, you can offer a small reward for wearing the mask such as a treat, screen time or a special book to read. Setting clear guidelines for these rewards may make children feel more inclined if they are struggling.What are your tips for normalizing wearing masks with children?
Tips for Helping Your Child Feel Comfortable Wearing a Mask
There’s no doubt that this upcoming school year will look different. Change can be challenging, but adapting to change early can help relieve some of the stress on top of first day jitters.One of the known sweeping changes coming to the classroom is mandated masks. Masks are an important and easy first line of defense for children’s’ health and safety in the classroom. Today we’re sharing a few tips and tricks to help your child get in the habit of wearing a mask for long periods of time before stepping back into the classroom.
Be a role model.
Whether we know it or not, kids watch our every move. If you’re wearing a mask, they will likely ask why. Explaining to your children that you are wearing a mask in an effort to protect yourself and those around you from getting sick is an easy way to start the conversation. No one likes to feel sick, so wearing a mask can help prevent those icky feelings. Having these conversations with children now (if you haven’t already) is important for them to begin to understand why masks are part of our new normal.
Start wearing masks now.
We all know how hectic the first day of school can be! This isn’t the time to add a mask in the mix. Starting to practice wearing a mask will help children get into the habit, similarly to wearing shoes inside public buildings. Beginning this practice a few weeks in advance will help your child become more familiar with the idea of wearing a mask to (hopefully) avoid any push back in those first days back.
Practice at home.
There are a few ways to start normalizing the idea of masks at home. Try putting a mask on a favorite stuffed animal or doll and act out a trip to the doctor. The animal or doll can be praised for wearing their mask, and in doing so your child will begin to positively associate wearing a mask.Beginning to wear a mask for eight hours each day will be a big change if your child has only worn it for short periods of time (or not at all). Gradually have your child wear the mask for longer increments of time. Start with a short time like 5 seconds, then 10 seconds, and work up from there. The goal is to only increase the time when your child has successfully worn the mask without taking it off.Another way to practice at home is by wearing a mask around the house. Normalizing this look with your child will build familiarity and comfort right at home. Try taking selfies with the mask too and use positive comments like “You look like a superhero!” or “You look great wearing a mask!”Try printing out pictures of your child’s favorite character and encouraging them to draw a mask on them. Positive comments like “[Character] loves to help others, and I’m sure they would wear a mask to protect their friends. You’re just like them!” are helpful for normalizing this new habit.If you are able, consider letting your child pick out their own mask(s). Try making this special like back to school shopping for a backpack. If they find a mask they like, they may be more inclined to wear it and pick out outfits to go with it.If necessary, you can offer a small reward for wearing the mask such as a treat, screen time or a special book to read. Setting clear guidelines for these rewards may make children feel more inclined if they are struggling.What are your tips for normalizing wearing masks with children?
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Digital technologies and the ever-shifting needs of the modern job market are continuously transforming how children and adults learn, what they prioritize in their curriculums, and how knowledge is acquired and retained in a digital age. While the public school system is unlikely to experience any dramatic shifts in the years to come due to many factors that are out of our control, that doesn’t mean that other trends in the education sector are not on the rise, like instilling a love of STEM from a young age or learning how to leverage technology to learn online.
Now that students are forced to stay at home and honor the lockdown rules, there is an even greater incentive to embrace and adopt the growing trends in order to make at-home learning a breeze and celebrate their success and achievements. With all of that in mind, let’s take a look at the up-and-coming trends that will make a big impact on learning and personal development.
Teaching complementary subjects
When students decide on a career path, it’s usually to specialize in a specific field of study where they will spend their time involved in their work, most likely without making significant contact with scientists and professionals from complementary industries. It can be easy for a young scientist to get so wrapped up in their field of study that they forget that their colleagues from other fields might hold the answers they are trying to get.
This is why cross-field collaboration is so important in the modern scientific world, and why collaboration and multi-disciplinary science will become more commonplace in the future. One of the biggest problem of modern scientific communities, for example, is that there is not enough collaboration. This, for example, means that a molecular biologist might spend years trying to make an experiment work, having no idea that a physicist or a geneticist might be able to uncover the process that will get them there. This is a problem that collaboration and multi-disciplinary science can fix.
Inspiring learning from a younger age
Aside from inspiring young students to take an interest in multiple subjects and the scientific field, and aside from teaching them the importance of inter-disciplinary collaboration, it’s also important to note that education of the future will start from a progressively younger age. Even as we speak scientists from around the world are trying to uncover the secrets of how young children adopt and retain information and how they develop their interests and inclinations.
As the child grows and begins to explore the world around them, it will be up to the professionals and the parents to use engaging methods like using this fun geometric heart STEM challenge to educate young children and inspire them to become passionate about learning from a very young age.
Online learning is blossoming quickly
One of the biggest trends that is already transforming the way we learn and retain information is online learning, or better known in the digital world as eLearning. Even though individuals and freelancers are popularizing this trend, it is the innovative and professional eLearning hubs like Clutch Prep that are leading the entire industry forward with vast learning resources, engaging videos and curriculums that complement the textbooks that students use in school.
The key here is to create a fun and engaging online learning environment that will make adopting and retaining information easier, while inspiring passion and love for lifelong learning. What’s more, online learning platforms allow students to broaden their interests and delve deeper into the subject matter, which will ultimately inspire them to build a thriving and well-rounded career.
Using virtual reality for learning
Much like eLearning is making education fun and rewarding, virtual reality is making the modern learning environment more engaging for the tech-savvy student. VR headsets are nowadays becoming more affordable, and students are able to learn in a fully-digital environment, allowing teachers to take them on grand learning adventures without ever leaving the classroom.
Students will soon have the ability to learn about the solar system by traveling through space in a VR spaceship, or to explore the intricacies of the human body by shrinking down to the size of a blood cell. VR technology can serve many a purpose, and even help the youngest among us to learn coding and various computer sciences with ease.
Weaving artificial intelligence into the process
Finally, artificial intelligence is making a big impact on education as we speak, and it might not get adopted on a grand scale for some time, it will still disrupt and ultimately change the way teachers communicate knowledge to their students. Introducing AI-driven technologies into the classroom will improve scoring, help teachers discover the student’s pain points and knowledge gaps, and it will help them optimize the entire curriculum for maximum retention and student engagement.
Wrapping up
The education sector is always evolving with technological innovation, but it’s also important to note how students are adopting new trends at home and in the classroom. Be sure to use these insights to gain a better understanding of the course that education is taking, and how your children can use these trends to one day become successful, thriving adults.
Digital technologies and the ever-shifting needs of the modern job market are continuously transforming how children and adults learn, what they prioritize in their curriculums, and how knowledge is acquired and retained in a digital age. While the public school system is unlikely to experience any dramatic shifts in the years to come due to many factors that are out of our control, that doesn’t mean that other trends in the education sector are not on the rise, like instilling a love of STEM from a young age or learning how to leverage technology to learn online.
Now that students are forced to stay at home and honor the lockdown rules, there is an even greater incentive to embrace and adopt the growing trends in order to make at-home learning a breeze and celebrate their success and achievements. With all of that in mind, let’s take a look at the up-and-coming trends that will make a big impact on learning and personal development.
Teaching complementary subjects
When students decide on a career path, it’s usually to specialize in a specific field of study where they will spend their time involved in their work, most likely without making significant contact with scientists and professionals from complementary industries. It can be easy for a young scientist to get so wrapped up in their field of study that they forget that their colleagues from other fields might hold the answers they are trying to get.
This is why cross-field collaboration is so important in the modern scientific world, and why collaboration and multi-disciplinary science will become more commonplace in the future. One of the biggest problem of modern scientific communities, for example, is that there is not enough collaboration. This, for example, means that a molecular biologist might spend years trying to make an experiment work, having no idea that a physicist or a geneticist might be able to uncover the process that will get them there. This is a problem that collaboration and multi-disciplinary science can fix.
Inspiring learning from a younger age
Aside from inspiring young students to take an interest in multiple subjects and the scientific field, and aside from teaching them the importance of inter-disciplinary collaboration, it’s also important to note that education of the future will start from a progressively younger age. Even as we speak scientists from around the world are trying to uncover the secrets of how young children adopt and retain information and how they develop their interests and inclinations.
As the child grows and begins to explore the world around them, it will be up to the professionals and the parents to use engaging methods like using this fun geometric heart STEM challenge to educate young children and inspire them to become passionate about learning from a very young age.
Online learning is blossoming quickly
One of the biggest trends that is already transforming the way we learn and retain information is online learning, or better known in the digital world as eLearning. Even though individuals and freelancers are popularizing this trend, it is the innovative and professional eLearning hubs like Clutch Prep that are leading the entire industry forward with vast learning resources, engaging videos and curriculums that complement the textbooks that students use in school.
The key here is to create a fun and engaging online learning environment that will make adopting and retaining information easier, while inspiring passion and love for lifelong learning. What’s more, online learning platforms allow students to broaden their interests and delve deeper into the subject matter, which will ultimately inspire them to build a thriving and well-rounded career.
Using virtual reality for learning
Much like eLearning is making education fun and rewarding, virtual reality is making the modern learning environment more engaging for the tech-savvy student. VR headsets are nowadays becoming more affordable, and students are able to learn in a fully-digital environment, allowing teachers to take them on grand learning adventures without ever leaving the classroom.
Students will soon have the ability to learn about the solar system by traveling through space in a VR spaceship, or to explore the intricacies of the human body by shrinking down to the size of a blood cell. VR technology can serve many a purpose, and even help the youngest among us to learn coding and various computer sciences with ease.
Weaving artificial intelligence into the process
Finally, artificial intelligence is making a big impact on education as we speak, and it might not get adopted on a grand scale for some time, it will still disrupt and ultimately change the way teachers communicate knowledge to their students. Introducing AI-driven technologies into the classroom will improve scoring, help teachers discover the student’s pain points and knowledge gaps, and it will help them optimize the entire curriculum for maximum retention and student engagement.
Wrapping up
The education sector is always evolving with technological innovation, but it’s also important to note how students are adopting new trends at home and in the classroom. Be sure to use these insights to gain a better understanding of the course that education is taking, and how your children can use these trends to one day become successful, thriving adults.
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Coding Critters Ranger and Zip -These playful puppy pets bring early STEM concepts to preschool learning through 100% screen-free coding. Kids code along with their new pets’ storybook adventure, and help the brave Ranger and mischievous Zip have a playtime they'll never forget! The Coding Critters also double as cute interactive pets - press Ranger's nose to activate Play Mode, where you can feed, pet, and take care of your new puppy robot pal! 
Puzzle Globe -It’s a whole new spin on learning about geography! The Puzzle Globe is designed to help even PreK learners investigate the continents, the oceans, famous landmarks, different kinds of animals, and much more. The big chunky pieces are designed to match up to holes on the globe, so it’s easier for children to put continents in place.
Learn-A-Lot Avocados -These avocados have feelings, and they're not afraid to show it! Kids build early fine motor, color, and social-emotional learning (SEL) skills with every spin of the Learn-A-Lot Avocados. Whether the avocados are happy or sad, sleepy or mad, or just feeling other big feelings, they're always ready to have a good time.
Alphabet Acorns Activity Set -A unique twist on matching games! Kids will learn letters and the alphabet as they put the acorns together by matching upper- and lowercase letters. Inside each acorn is a little surprise…a vibrant color counter. Kids can stack the ABCs in order, or just make up their own game.
Hoot the Fine Motor Owl -Hoot is here to help kids prepare for preschool success with four fun activities. Cuter than your average developmental toys, this fine motor skills owl is designed to build and strengthen the different areas of hand strength and coordination included in school readiness checklists [fusion_menu_anchor name="stores" class=""][/fusion_menu_anchor]List of stores by state:[fusion_accordion divider_line="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" class="" id=""][fusion_toggle title="Alabama" open="no"]
