So, I took a whole suitcase of books to Texas intending to do school there, despite the mocking of some, and the exhortation of others to leave all semblance of typical home life behind for the month. But, it didn’t happen. The suitcase was never even unzipped. Oh, there was all kinds of “education” going… Read More Back to School
Well, we survived the blizzard yesterday – got about a foot of snow in only a few hours. This angel is in our front yard, and yes that big white blob and the little ones are snowflakes! Let’s see if you can guess what my early (and only) Christmas present is this year… Early this… Read More Winter Wonderland
History group is the highlight of our week. It is such a blessing to come together with nine other moms and our combined 30 children! The moms…Trish, Ruth, Aimee, Pam, Betsy, Me, Izckra, Christina, and Laurie – Carolyn was missing this day. These are truly amazing women! Each one inspires me in a different way… Read More Homeschool History Highlights
On Monday, our homeschool history group took a field trip to theConnecticut Renaissance Faire. We are studying the Renaissance and Middle Ages this year, so it was perfect for our group! It was “school day” on Monday with cut rate tickets and back to back shows. We were there from 9a.m. through 2p.m. and still… Read More Of Knights and Fair Ladies
When deciding whether or not to homeschool, be sure and consider this little mentioned perk…. You get to prop your Latin book open with your pistols!
We’ve finally started school – a bit later than usual, but our summer was a bit crazier than usual, so I wasn’t quite ready. The kids were ready though, especially Kayla. It rained all day today and I’ve decided that rainy days are perfect for starting school! They just feel slower and there is a… Read More First Day of School
Kayla recently finished reading her first official chapter book! She decided to give it a try without any prompting – kept at it for days and updated us on her progress all along. She was so excited and immediately wanted to go to the library and check out more! Hurray – so thankful to have… Read More Chapter Book Champion