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As more families choose to homeschool their children, the demand for quality home education resources continues to grow. Whether you are a new homeschooler or have been educating your children at home for years, having access to the right tools and materials is essential to ensure a successful and fulfilling homeschooling experience. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this blog post, we will explore some of the best resources available to homeschoolers, including online courses, educational apps<\/a>, and learning materials that can be used at home. Whether you’re looking for ways to supplement your curriculum, teach a particular subject, or simply look for new ideas, we’ve got you covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Learning through play approach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learning through play is an essential part of a child’s development. It is a process that engages children in active, creative, and meaningful experiences, helping them learn new concepts and skills in a fun and engaging way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We at LondonDucklings are great fans of play-based learning, which is also why we’ve created a special section with emoji riddles <\/a>and interactive quizzes<\/a> available on the blog. These fun and interactive activities are an excellent way to engage children and get them enthusiastic about learning. By exploring the city through quizzes and riddles, children can learn about the rich history and culture of London while having fun at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Children’s maps and atlases<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Colourful and engaging children’s maps can make home education more fun and effective. Check my list of recommended children’s maps<\/a> and atlases <\/a>that I have great personal experience with when homeschooling my children. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the benefits of children’s maps is that they stimulate the visual sense and the imagination. They capture the attention and curiosity of children with bright colours and attractive images. They also encourage children to create their own maps using their creativity and imagination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Maps – our favourite children’s atlas\nby Aleksandra Mizielinska and Daniel Mizielinski <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Another benefit of children’s maps is that they enhance the spatial awareness and the geographical knowledge. They teach children about the shapes, sizes, locations, and features of different countries, continents, oceans, and regions. They also help children compare and contrast the physical and cultural aspects of different places and people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Children’s maps are a great way to enrich your home education experience and to inspire your children to learn more about the world. You can find a variety of maps online or in bookstores, or you can create your own maps with your children using paper, pens, stickers, or other materials. The possibilities are endless!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emoji Riddles: A great way to make home education fun and effective<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Emoji riddles can be a fun and effective way for teenagers to learn about a specific topic. By presenting information playfully and engagingly, emoji riddles can capture teenagers’ attention and spark their curiosity. Additionally, emoji riddles challenge teenagers to think creatively and critically as they work to decipher the hidden message. This can help teenagers develop important problem-solving and analytical skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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London Landmarks Emoji Quiz<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Also, the use of emojis in riddles can be a great way to make learning more relatable and accessible for teenagers who are accustomed to communicating through social media and texting. Including emoji riddles as a home education resource can be an excellent way to engage and motivate teenagers to learn about a specific topic. By learning about the city’s landmarks, events, and famous figures, children can develop a deeper appreciation for their city and its culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interactive Online Quizzes: Learn, test, repeat <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Online quizzes are a great way for children to learn about a specific topic in a fun and interactive way. These quizzes can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection and cover a wide range of subjects, from science and math to history and literature. They are designed to test children’s knowledge of a particular subject while also providing them with immediate feedback and explanations for the correct answers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Up for a challenge? Try our London Tube Quiz<\/a> (difficult)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

LondonDucklings’ quizzes are made to be a fun and interactive way for children to learn about London. These quizzes use images and easy-to-understand logic to engage children and make learning about London’s rich history and culture a breeze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From famous landmarks <\/a>and events to iconic figures<\/a>, the quizzes are suitable for children of all ages and interests. By incorporating colorful images and interactive questions, we try to bring the city to life and make learning about London fun and exciting for children. Additionally, the quizzes provide immediate feedback and explanations for correct answers, helping children learn while playing the quizzes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make the world your classroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Certain school assignments will be mandatory and non-negotiable but beyond these tasks, it’s important to give children a say in what you will be focusing on. Learning is most effective when driving through intrinsic motivation, so try to include different types of activities in your sessions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most likely they’ll have some favourite themes they are fascinated by; for us, it’s all about the Tudors and the Vikings when it comes to learning history. Strong female characters like Ronja, the robber’s daughter and Pippi Longstocking are great motivators for reading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kids’ fascination for animals and nature is great when it comes to learning about geography and new countries. Here are some examples of thinking out of the box<\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n