In researching how we wanted to celebrate our oldest son’s graduation from 8th grade, I found a large amount of variation. People’s opinions on 8th grade graduation ranged from “give ‘em a pat on the back” to full scale ceremonies and elaborate gifts and parties. Most of my homeschooling friends opted for the former, no … Continue reading Homeschool 8th Grade Graduation Celebration
We joined a new co-op and my daughter’s class of 10-12 year olds was having a movie pajama party. She really wanted to make her new pajama pants to wear to the party, so I moved the pajama pants sewing project up on the priority list. Custom heart-shaped pockets were attached to the legs first … Continue reading Kids Sewing Project – Pajama Pants
I just joined a homeschool mama book club and our first book was “The Read Aloud Family” by Sarah Mackenzie. I thought I’d share my favorite quotes and take aways: She’s got a great list of read-aloud books categorized by age group. There were several suggestions that we haven’t read yet. “[We] lose ourselves in … Continue reading Homeschool Mama Book Club
Reading the book “Follow My Leader” by James Garfield took us on a unit study adventure that was better than I had anticipated. I haven’t mentioned it yet, but I recently offered to help a friend who was in a bit of a jam. Her oldest son (age 11) is coming to our house and … Continue reading Follow My Leader – Unit Study
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