Looking for ways to add holiday cheer to your homeschool lessons this Christmas season? We compiled a list of fun, educational, and easy-to-follow Christmas activities at home that combine learning with the spirit of Christmas. Math Christmas Activity: Gingerbread House Geometry Step 1.  Gather Supplies Gingerbread house kit or graham crackers + frosting Candy decorations Ruler Protractor (optional) Paper & pencil Step 2.  Identify Basic Shapes Ask: “What shapes do you see?”

Thanksgiving is right around the corner! During this season of gratitude and giving, My Tutoring Partners wants to share fun and meaningful ways you can practice gratitude with your children at home. A thought on the importance of gratitude in a child’s life: The practice of gratitude not only improves your mood, but benefits your mental and physical health. Practicing gratitude leads to better sleep, improved focus, higher self-esteem, reduced stress and increased patience.

"Honoring the sacrifices many have made for our country in the name of freedom and democracy is the very foundation of Veterans Day." -Charles B. Rangel As Veteran Day approaches on November 11, we thought we’d share some meaningful ways you and your children can honor Veterans Day this year.  Let’s begin with understanding the veteran memorial symbol: The Poppy.  “In Flanders Fields” and the tradition of the poppy  In 1915 Canadian doctor and soldier Lieutenant-Colonel John

Melinda’s son, Elijah, was testing out at a 5th grade level in math when he was in 7th grade. That’s when she knew he needed extra support.  Elijah is homeschooled through Ocean Grove Charter School, one of My Tutoring Partners ’ partner schools. Ocean Grove Charter recommended Melinda use My Tutoring Partners to help Elijah improve his math skills. He started online tutoring two to three times a week and instantly became more comfortable with math, Melinda shared.  “Now (in