W - WHO they are
(what are their personalities? strengths? weaknesses?)H - HOW they learn
(what are their learning styles and preferences? Cater to those in your lessons when possible, and their retention of material will increase exponentially! My children are auditory learners -and I am NOT- so we do a lot of read alouds, audio books, songs, etc. For kinetic learners, incorporate movement into your day. Visual learners need charts, graphs, pictures, etc.)
O - Outgoing or Introverted?
If you have an outgoing child, find ways for that child to interact with others. Grandparents
always love to hear oral presentations. Record speeches and share with others. Find ways for
them to share knowledge with others one-on-one. Find a co-op or athletic team or class outside
the home. Introverted children might prefer writing persuasive essays instead of giving
speeches. We all gain our energy from different activities and sources...channel that energy in ways that will help your child grow and learn!
L - Likes and Dislikes
One child may prefer a spotless work environment. Another, a messy desk. One may love all
things math. Another, not so much! We all perform better when allowed to do things we enjoy, so find ways to incorporate that into your homeschool! Of course, it won't all be
sunshine and rainbows, but finding ways to put things your kids enjoy into your day will reap
benefits for everyone AND increase learning and retention!
E - Emotional needs
Emotional needs can make or break your homeschool day. We all have emotions, but how we deal with them can change how much they affect us. If you have a child who has difficulty regulating emotions, find ways to address this during the day. Don't ignore this part of your
child or brush it off. When our emotional needs are not met, learning takes a back seat until we take care of the situation. Remember -- your child isn't GIVING you a hard time, your
child is HAVING a hard time.
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