My daughter first attempt using Starfall on my laptop!
5/23/2012
I thought about different ways to teach my daughter the alphabets and sounds. Yesterday, as I took her to Target, we saw these ABC's flashcard sets that are just for a dollar. I was so tempted to buy them, but ended up not. When I went home, something came across my mind. What about teaching her using some great website that are designed especially for kids? I remembered how much my kindergarten students love use Starfall during their independent time. So, I taught my daughter a quick lesson on how to use navigation pad. After 15 minute of computer skill tutoring, she was able to master the basic skill. She seems to enjoy it very much because she didn't want to stop after almost an hour. We ended up fighting for the laptop because she wanted to play some more, while I needed it to do my work! Of course, I won...
I don't think she would enjoy learning as much if I were to taught her using the traditional flashcards approach!
Yes,I agree with you that your daughter would not enjoy learning as much if you were to taught her using the traditional flashcards approach. I assume that the main reason is related to the development of technology at the 21st century. In particular, growing up kids' interest is inseparable with new technology which is progressing rapidly.
ReplyDeleteI imagine that she was so cute as she fought with you by trying to keep working on your laptop. Your daughter reminded me my son. I miss him a lot.