Building Joy and Connection: Inside Prisma's First Club Getaway Endeavor

This September, 55 Prisma learners from across the US and Canada came together at Club Getaway in Kent, Connecticut for five days of adventure, challenges, and friendship.

Jenna Walker
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November 20, 2024

Meet Leena Williams

In our Meet the Team blog series, you’ll get to read more about the innovative thinkers behind Prisma. Next up is Leena Williams, the Lead Coach & Curriculum Designer in our new high school program.

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February 8, 2023

Motivating Students Who Don't Care

Get to the bottom of your child’s apathy and help them find their ‘why.’

Prisma Staff
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February 7, 2023

Educational Family Trips: Planning Guide

From national parks to beach vacations, design an in-the-field learning experience the whole family will enjoy

Prisma Staff
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February 2, 2023

Switching to Online School: Step by Step

Online learning takes many forms. Decide why you want to go remote — and the rest will fall into place.

Prisma Staff
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January 31, 2023

ADHD and Homeschooling: 4 Reasons to Try It

Here’s how parents of ADHD children can set themselves up for successful learning at home.

Prisma Staff
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January 26, 2023

Stay Focused During Online School: 4 Tips

Online learning doesn’t have to be distracting. These tips can prime your child to thrive at home.

Prisma Staff
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January 24, 2023

Activities for Gifted Children: At School and At Home

From early childhood through high school, homeschooling provides the ideal setting to facilitate a gifted child’s learning. Here’s how.

Prisma Staff
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January 20, 2023

What Challenges Do Students with Learning Disabilities Face?

And how can you support them in the classroom?

Prisma Staff
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January 17, 2023

Child-Led Learning: 4 Ways to Try It

Today, although the concept of child-initiated learning still hasn’t made it to most mainstream classes, progressive educators have embraced the philosophy for the way it allows children to build self-confidence, develop a growth mindset, and become life-long learners.

Prisma Staff
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January 12, 2023

How to Get Kids Interested in Math

Focus on number sense and you’ll help your child add math skills to their toolkit.

Prisma Staff
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January 10, 2023

Get Your Child to Open Up: 7 Tips

Kids need to develop their own world as they mature. But the stereotype of the zip-lipped pre-teen doesn’t have to be your reality.

Prisma Staff
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January 3, 2023

Picking a Language to Learn: Tips for Parents

Learning languages opens doors, offers connections and inspires new ways of thinking. Here’s some advice about which one(s) to pick.

Prisma Staff
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December 27, 2022

Building Critical Thinking in Kids: 4 Proven Strategies

Critical thinking matters for academics, work and relationships. Here’s how to lay the foundations at home.

Prisma Staff
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December 22, 2022

Life of a Prisma Learner: Aaron

Read about the hands-on learning opportunities one Prisma high schooler tackled in the Secrets of the Biosphere theme

Emily Veno
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December 22, 2022

Building Creativity in Kids: 5 Proven Strategies

Creative thinking is the key to problem-solving. Here’s how to foster creativity at home.

Prisma Staff
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December 20, 2022

Alternatives to College: List & Guidelines

Traditional four-year college is only one option. Here’s how to inform your decision.

Prisma Staff
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December 15, 2022

Montessori Homeschooling: Guide & Tips

The Montessori approach focuses on early childhood. Here’s how the popular pedagogical method can lend itself to homeschooling for all ages.

Prisma Staff
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December 13, 2022

Is Roblox Educational?

While Roblox can be a place to have educational experiences and healthy social interactions, left unattended it’s just as easy for a kid to use it to play mindless video games and stumble on adult content.

Prisma Staff
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December 9, 2022

Healthy Habits for Kids: 6 Top Tips

Here’s what every parent should know about facilitating a routine that works for the whole family.

Prisma Staff
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December 5, 2022

Kinesthetic Learning: Definition & Ideas

Hands-on learning benefits all students. Here’s how to incorporate it into your homeschooling.

Prisma Staff
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December 1, 2022

Auditory Learning: Definition & Ideas

There’s no evidence to confirm the validity of these popular labels. But here’s how auditory learning strategies can benefit everyone.

Prisma Staff
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November 29, 2022

Visual Learning: Definition & Ideas

Although no studies link these popular labels to academic achievement, here’s how visual learning helps everyone.

Prisma Staff
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November 24, 2022

Discord Safe for Kids? Expert Advice

Here’s what parents need to know about Discord and any other online chatting platform.

Prisma Staff
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November 22, 2022

Get Kids Interested in Reading: 5 Strategies

Incorporate these reading tips into your routine, and you’ll be on your way to fostering a love of reading in your child.

Prisma Staff
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November 18, 2022

Holiday, Winter and Christmas Art Projects for Kids

Ready to Deck the Halls? Here are projects to engage kids of all ages—and tackle your seasonal shopping with DIY keepsakes.

Prisma Staff
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November 16, 2022