Being able to find the theme of a story is an important skill for students to have. In this brief video, you’ll learn how to help your kids find the theme of a story.
Nate Learns to Write: Part 2
In Part 1 of this series, Nate was introduced to The Baran Method by doing Exercises 1 - 3. Now, he’s on to Exercise 4. By the time he’s finished with Exercise 6, he’ll be able to apply the method to any writing assignment.
Where's the Evidence?
A parent recently asked, "Do you have a video that teaches students how to find evidence to support their claim?" That's an excellent question. Here’s a video that shows your kids and you exactly how to find text evidence.
Reading with Colors
Using colors to help our kids learn how to write works incredibly well. It's an integral part of The Baran Method philosophy. But did you know that you can use colors to help your kids build their reading skills? Watch this video to learn how to do this easy and fun activity with your kids.
Grammar Made More Gooder!
How do we teach grammar to kids so that grammar errors become a thing of the past? In this short video, you’ll learn how to correct your child’s grammar errors so that the errors disappear forever.
Color Is Cool
Colors can really help our kids become successful writers in a short time. Watch this brief video to find out why and how to implement this practice in your kids’ writing routine.
Isn't Teaching Writing with Examples Cheating?
Using examples to teach writing is a really helpful way for our kids to get their footing. When our kids are learning the basics of math, we work through examples and model how to put the "pieces" together. It's the same with writing. Use examples when you can to show your kids the end product, and just like when they learned how to do addition and subtraction, they'll soon be writing on their own.
Help! My Child Is Struggling With Reading
What's the simple and most effective way to help struggling readers become confident readers? Watch this short video and find out.