First Day Of School

Today is our first day back to school, indicating our summer break is now over.  I have decided to start out very slowly, putting our feet back into the waters, one step at a time.   I decided to start with the following today. . . . .

*Spelling and Vocabulary ~through WordlyWise3000.com

*US History ~ Watching the PBS Series "FRONTIER HOUSE" and doing a unit on The Homestead Act 1862

*Literature ~ Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe (study guide)

*Mathematics ~ Consumer Math (budgeting & time management)




 

So, Kiddo.......How do you think our first day went?

YAY. . . .It's Here

Kiddo's vocabulary book, that is!! WOO HOO!  We will use this in conjunction with their spelling program which you can find on-line HERE!

I absolutely LOVE their spelling lists!  They give you the word, the part of speech, use it in a sentence, AND even pronounce the word for you.  You can also play games the use your spelling words as well. 

WHAT'S NOT TO LOVE? 

What spelling vocabulary/spelling curriculum do you use?

I Changed My Mind

I have changed my mind (I'm allowed to, I'M THE MOM and THE TEACHER!) and decided to start school next Monday, the 12th. We have a LOT going on this week and I don't want our first week to be dodging bullets. So, we will enjoy another few days off and then jump back in the following Monday.

Have a great weekend!

On Monday. . . . .

. . . . .this will be us. At least that's what we're shooting for!

How about you?  When do you start school again or have you already started?

Famous Homeschoolers

Have you ever wondered about some of the famous people who have been homeschooled?  I know Kiddo and I have so we did a little search and this is some of what we found. . . . .

Each name has a link to information you can find about them at Wikipedia, plus books you can get about their life and work.  These would make great unit studies for your homeschool student or just make for interesting reading.

Abraham Lincoln -President Books about Abraham Lincoln
George Washington - President Books about George Washington
Andrew Wyeth - Painter Books about Andrew Wyeth
Bode Miller - Alpine Skier Books about Bode Miller
Ernst Mach - Austrian Physicist Books about Ernst Mach
Erwin Schroedinger - Austrian Nobel Prize Winning Physicist Books about Erwin Schroedinger
Queen Elizabeth II Books about Queen Elizabeth II
Rosa Parks - Civil Rights Activist Books about Rosa Parks
Sho Yano - Child Prodigy Books about Sho Yano
Susan LaFlesche Picotte - First American Indian Woman Physician Books about Susan LaFlesche Picotte
Thomas Edison - Inventor Books about Thomas Edison
Woodrow Wilson - President Books about Woodrow Wilson
Tim Tebow - Heisman Trophy Winner Books about Tim Tebow

This information was obtained at Homeschool-how-to.com

WOO HOO!

Well, we FINALLY were able to take our end of the year test. I have to be honest, for the first time, I was a little worried about what Kiddo's Math scores would be. This year he seemed more distracted than normal. During review, some of the concepts we learned were sometimes difficult for him to remember, but he plugged along anyway, even during his frustration.  His overall composite percentile score was 94%!  Way to go, Kiddo!

Skippy's parents are here so we are taking a couple of weeks off before we start getting into some light reading and handwriting.  We can't stay away from our studies too long or it's hard to get back into the swing off things.

So far we have not really done anything with our summer other than drive Bean back to Texas.  I am hoping to take Kiddo to the creek at some point this week to just kind of relax and unwind.  I wish Jacob from over at "A Pilgrims Journey" was closer.  I know they would have an AWESOME time together!

So, what have you been doing with your summer?  Do you continue any of your studies during the summer?  When do you plan to start school again? 

Homeschool Bed & Breakfast

"Jesus saith unto them, Come and dine"
John 21:12

One of my greatest pleasures as a homeschooling mom is being able to give my son a hot breakfast, along with a warm smile and "Good Morning" each day. My sense of nurturing was satisfied, as I watched his sleepy-eyed yawn turn into a happy smile. Pancakes, waffles, omelets with feta (cause feta makes everything beta, don't you know), french toast, oatmeal, and sometimes crumb cake :> ) gives him the necessary "brain boost" that is necessary for him to listen and learn his homeschooling lessons. But just as important as the nourishing of food to our bodies, is the encouragement and love expressed when the food is served with a hug and a kiss.

Jesus knew all about the encouragement that comes from a good, hot breakfast. In one of His appearances after His resurrection, he had a great breakfast cooking for the disciples after their long, hard night of failed fishing. In the twilight, the disciples didn't recognize Jesus at first when He asked about their catch, but when Christ performed a miracle and filled their empty net, John realized it was Jesus. How wonderful they must have felt to see their Lord again, as they shared a morning meal together!

Someday, the Lord will serve another important meal. Christ is coming back for everyone who has trusted in Him as Lord and Savior, and we will share in His kingdom forever.  

"And he saith unto me, Write, Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb" (Revelation 19:9). 

I can only imagine the joy of fellowshipping with my Lord every morning and throughout eternity with the warmth of His love.   

"Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20).

"Jesus, how I long for the day of Your return! What indescribable joy there will be when I see You face to face! Use me to lead my children to You, so together we can experience Your love forever. In Your holy, loving name, Amen!"