We survived First Grade!!
It's been a long year but we have finally wrapped up our lessons!! There were many struggles this year and we are still not out of the woods yet, but when I look back at where we started, Brandon has really come a long way! His reading is getting stronger and I am learning to adapt to his learning style, making things easier for both of us. We started a Bible study late this year, so I will continue with those lessons through the summer.. We also got behind in Spelling, so we wil continue to work on that too. I went through all his school stuff and got his second grade books in order. I enjoyed that!! To me it's exciting, getting it all organized. Our 15 year old grandson is coming to visit in a few weeks. We are looking forward to that . He's lots of fun. After he leaves, I will start reviewing material with Brandon working on some of his weaker areas (phonics). I plan to start second grade towards the end of August or first part of Sept. It will all depend on how he is progressing while we are reviewing. I am praying second grade goes a little smoother!! LOL
Feeling old-
It's hard to believe but my baby girl is turning 18 on July 4th! Where did the time go??? Brandon turns 7 in August. I am feeling OLD!! LOL
Prayers requested-
My mom is still in Oregon caring for her dying MIL She has been there since May 17th. . Please keep the family in your prayers.
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Thursday, June 25, 2009 Brandon's school
Posted by Husband & Dad
Great job Mom & Brandon, I know how hard you both worked. Love You.
Thursday, June 25, 2009 Untitled Comment
Posted by psalms16vs2
Congrats on finishing the 1st grade. It always feels good to get another year behind you, doesn't it? Sounds like a fun time with your grandson. And I can't even imagine 18, thank goodness. I'm still trying to get use to 14. :) lol
Continuing to pray for your mom.
JoAnn
Thursday, June 25, 2009 Untitled Comment
Posted by diamondsintherough
So does the next year bring big changes with it? Eighteen. Her age is finally catching up with her. :o) Congrats on finishing school! We are close behind you on finishing, but I am far from planning next year's school. Wishing for God to drop in my lap all the curriculum I am supposed to use.
Thursday, June 25, 2009 Helpful book on teaching
Posted by Steven Harris
I just finished reading an excellent book "Mentoring and Modeling - Developing the next generation" written by Dr. John Goetsch and Dr. Mark Rasmussen publish by Revial Books and West Coast Baptist College. A very worth while read and one that I would insist that any of my future teachers read. It is a good source of help for the future.
Anyway - well done!
Thursday, June 25, 2009 Untitled Comment
Posted by jenn4him
Yay! Go Kristy! It does get easier. Eventually, they just give up when they know you are not going to. (Ha!) :-)
Jenn
Thursday, June 25, 2009 Hi
Posted by Anonymous
I'm glad you guys are taking a little break now. It'll be more relaxed.
I am praying for you guys and your mom and MIL!!
You have a lot of birthday in August!!
Love,
Chris
Thursday, June 25, 2009 1st grade
Posted by GRAMMA LOLLIE
Good job Brandon. We are very proud of you.
Love,
Gramma Lollie and Bampa
Friday, June 26, 2009 Untitled Comment
Posted by eclecticeducation
Still praying!
I loved the first grade, but I am now so looking forward to the 2nd grade. Brandon and LO are so close in age. I guess that is why they are doing everything at the same time. lol!! LO's birthday is Sept. 10th when he will be 7 years old.
Friday, June 26, 2009 Untitled Comment
Posted by mamakaren
My baby, Jenn4Him, will be 42! I'm really old...(-:
I am praying for your mom and MIL. I also hope that Brandon enjoys second grade.
Blessings, Karen
Friday, June 26, 2009 Untitled Comment
Posted by PlainJane
Yeah!!! Congratulations on finishing your school year Kristy & Brandon!!! Enjoy some break before you get back into it. You mentioned learning style - so what is Brandon's learning style? Just curious.
I will pray for your mom & her MIL.
Have a good weekend!!
Friday, June 26, 2009 Untitled Comment
Posted by PumpkinsMomma
congrats on finishing 1st grade! it was huge for me to finish that year since it was so much more work then k was. we are still not finished with this years school around here though! much more time before we wil be done.
Can you take a quick minute and go to my blog post and give me some tips on how to get back into blogging? I would appreciate it! The link is here.
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/pumpkinsmomma/702837/
marie
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