+ June 26, 2012

"The happiest moments of my life have been the few which I have passed at home in the bosom of my family."
—Thomas Jefferson

 

 
Do your children attend public school, but it seems that the system is failing your children? Do you have a discouraged child who struggles in one or two subjects, but can't seem to catch up? Or perhaps a high-achieving student who would love to explore topics ahead of his grade level, but has no opportunity for enrichment classes? Would you especially like to provide an alternative to yet more hours spent in front of an electronic screen, and instead build happy family memories at home?
 
Catholic Heritage Curricula invites you to try our Summer Enrichment Program! We offer materials that can be used for remedial reading, math, and spelling; or for wholesome summer activities and enrichment to keep skills up and children excited at the wonder of discovery over the long summer break from school.
 
Phonics, reading, spelling, and math workbooks may be used for catch-up tutoring in the child's comforting, supportive home environment. (For remedial work, select materials that are suited to the ability of the child.)
 

As the student progresses through the work, point out to him the areas that he/she has mastered, praising him/her for his achievement. When the student's weak areas begin to show, slow down a bit to make sure he/she understands the new concept. Then remind him that, just as he mastered previous concepts, he will soon master this one. Praise, praise, praise.

Students who are ahead of their grade level and thrive on challenges might use materials above their grade level, also suited to their abilities.
 
Or perhaps your family would like to create a summer of memories, exploring the wonders of God's creation through simple astronomy; bird study; or teaching your children how to whittle; or to cook over an open fire. See Tin Cups and Tinder, The Young Man's Handybook, or Pilgrims of the Holy Family. Would your daughter like to learn simple sewing and cooking skills with Mom or Grandma this summer? Create memories with Sewing with Saint Anne or Tea and Cake with the Saints.
 
Whether your child needs tutoring, or engaging enrichment activities, Catholic Heritage Curricula's Summer Enrichment Program gives your family the tools to fill summer days with wholesome, character-building activities.
 
Praying God's blessing and protection on your family this summer,
 
Theresa Johnson