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Math: Starting with the Hard Part
In many classrooms, word problems—the ones that really make students think—are saved for last. They’re tucked at the bottom of the page,...
Christine Heller
Aug 61 min read
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Why the One-Room Schoolhouse Still Works: The Power of Multilevel Teaching
The one-room schoolhouse might sound like a relic of the past, but its teaching model offers surprising advantages that modern education...
Christine Heller
Jul 292 min read
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Penmanship Still Matters
In an age where keyboards and screens dominate, it’s easy to question the relevance of handwriting instruction in today’s classrooms. But...
Christine Heller
Jul 282 min read
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Why Multilevel Science Works at Blue Horizons Knowledge Academy
At Blue Horizons Knowledge Academy, we take a fresh approach to teaching science — one that’s both classical in philosophy and practical...
Christine Heller
Jul 242 min read
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📚 Blog Post: "Why We Don’t Teach Creative Writing in K–5 — And What We Do Instead"
At Blue Horizons Knowledge Academy, we often hear the question: Why don't you offer creative writing in the early grades? Â The answer...
Christine Heller
Jul 213 min read
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Why We Start with Prepositions: The Secret to Strong Grammar Foundations
When most people think about teaching grammar, they assume you start with nouns or verbs. But at Blue Horizons Knowledge Academy , we...
Christine Heller
Jul 152 min read
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Why Memorize Poetry?
Memorizing and reciting poetry offers numerous developmental, academic, and emotional benefits for children. 🧠Cognitive Development...
Christine Heller
Jul 111 min read
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Why Your Child Probably Hasn’t Taken a Geography Quiz Lately
And why that should concern you. When was your child’s last Geography quiz? Can’t remember? You’re not alone—and you’re not forgetful....
Christine Heller
Jul 53 min read
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Real Dictionaries. Real Learning
📚 Real Dictionaries. Real Learning. At Blue Horizons Knowledge Academy, every student uses a real, physical dictionary matched to their...
Christine Heller
Jul 51 min read
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A Thoughtful Question from the Community
After sharing the curriculum we're using at Blue Horizons Knowledge Academy, I received a great question from someone in the Facebook...
Christine Heller
Jul 12 min read
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Why a Tech-Free Curriculum Matters
Tech-free schools—those that deliberately limit or eliminate student access to digital devices during the school day—offer several...
Christine Heller
May 31 min read
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Enroll Your Child in Our Tech-Free Microschool Today
Are you looking for a unique educational environment for your child that promotes a tech-free learning experience? Look no further than...
Christine Heller
Apr 161 min read
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Small Class Sizes, Big Opportunities: Blue Horizons Knowledge Academy
Have you heard about the latest educational innovation, Blue Horizons Knowledge Academy? This new private elementary microschool is...
Christine Heller
Apr 161 min read
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Discover Our Innovative Knowledge-Based Curriculum for Elementary Students
Are you searching for an innovative and knowledge-based curriculum for your elementary student? Look no further than Blue Horizons...
Christine Heller
Apr 161 min read
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