How to Support Academic Development

We came across this article and wanted to share.  This is a reinforcement of why a hands on curriculum is appropriate for young children (0-8yr old).

http://truthabouteducation.wordpress.com/2014/03/06/the-disturbing-transformation-of-kindergarten/

“If we teach reading, writing, subtraction and addition before children are ready, they might memorize these skills, but will they will not learn or understand them. And it will not help their achievement later on.” – Wendy Lecker