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Jun. 1, 2009

Time Changes Things


While growing up, I was never a child who liked chocolate very much at all.  I always chose the fruity or sour candies over any kind of chocolate.  But then around the time I became a teenager, I discovered that occasionally I liked a good candy bar. 

Well this is so funny to me because now as an adult I love chocolate.  It has a way of making any day better. 

It is so popular among all people which is why it is the first choice in gift giving.  We give chocolate for birthdays, Valentine's Day, and anniversaries.  We even use it for Corporate Gift Giving and graduations, you name it and chocolate is the gift of choice.

May. 17, 2009

Sawicki School


Is your homeschool year beginning to wind down now that summer is approaching?

I can already feel the affects of summer at our house. Just like the rest of the year we try to remain flexible in our school. However we don't take a formal summer break. We do however, take a break in the way we "do school."

For example we tend to spend lots of time outside. This may include reading, experiments, or just observing nature. I don't let my kids know, but even when they think they aren't doing school, they're still learning. And there is a ton to be learned during the long lazy days of summer.

If is rains and we are stuck inside maybe we'll watch a historical movie or TV show. Sometimes it is really necessary to spend days and days building and figuring with Knex. I'll never tell my son he's doing science or math. Cooking and gardening are other activities that top the list.

School in the summer takes on a new look, but learning continues just the same.

Apr. 29, 2009

Patience Necessary


Being a teacher to my own children has been the greatest adventure ever.  There have been many ups and downs.  Like the time my son finally started to really get reading after such a long time of it not clicking for him.  

Struggling Readers are the most difficult kids to teach because they come to the table already discouraged. It takes a lot of patience for a teacher to walk a child through the reading process. But it is so worth it when you see your child cross that bridge from being a struggling reader to being a confident reader.

Apr. 29, 2009

May 9th Stamp Out Hunger!


The statistics are shocking and continue to grow everyday.

There is an easy way that you can help. Just set out some canned or boxed food on May 9th and you letter carrier will pick it up and deliver it to a food distribution center that will in turn get it to the people who need it most. Don't worry about putting out too much food, the carriers don't mind and neither do the distribution centers =)

The need is especially great right now, so instead of naturally gripping tightly to what you have, remember you have it so you can share. We all have something to share. It is also a wonderful way to show your kids that you care about others. I love taking every opportunity to show my kids that we are here to care about people and the Letter Carriers Food Drive is the perfect chance to do this.

The statistic that has recently been haunting me is that the average age of a homeless person is 7 years old! This is for real!

Apr. 27, 2009

40 Bible Study Methods


Now that my kids are getting older it is very important to me that they learn to study the bible for themselves.  Although I love being able to teach them things from the bible.  The real value is that one day they will be able to teach themselves.

So while looking for curriculum for the upcoming school year, I am also looking at different study tools available to teach how to study the bible. 


Pastor Andy Deane has put together the ultimate tool for learning to study your bible called Learn to Study the Bible (40 Bible Study Methods) 

I'm not sure if my son is ready for this, but I am curious about it for myself.

Apr. 27, 2009

Charlotte Mason Freebie


When I first started homeschooling quite a few years ago now, Another homeschooling mom introduced me to Charlotte Mason.

Simply Charlotte Mason is offering the 45 page ebook by Sonya Shafer called Masterly Inactivity. 

I love the teaching methods of Charlotte Mason.

Apr. 23, 2009

Outside Help


I found some areas of homeschooling just a bit more challenging this year than in the past. 

Maybe it is because we are getting into higher levels of learning.  But whatever it is it can definitely be a frustrating situation for all involved.  The subject that was giving us the more headaches this year was math.  Algebra to be specific.  I was trying all kinds of things to get us to the point that we could move on.  But it didn't matter what I did nothing was working. 

Finally I considered a Math Tutor. Just because we are homeschoolers does not mean that there will never be times when we just need some outside help. It took a lot for me to admit that this was one time that I needed help. But I am so glad I did. We are no longer stuck and it feels great.

Apr. 23, 2009

Get Out Of The House


I have noticed that it is getting more and more difficult to keep our focus on finishing up school for the year. It is not even the kids that I'm talking about, but me. So I have come up with a list of ideas to keep us focused so that we can finish the year off right.

1. Take school outside.


Maybe have a reading time outside. Send each kid with their own blanket to find a nice quiet place to read outside in the fresh air.

2. Make gardening a Science.


This is a great time to teach about botany, weather, insects, ect. Besides it is a great thing when you can tell your kids to play in the dirt.

3. Get out of the house.


This time of the year is perfect for field trips. If you have been cooped up all winter it is exactly what you need.

Basically if you are feeling a case of spring fever why not just go with it? Sometimes its easier not to fight things, and this is one of those times. Besides lots of time outdoors is just what kids need. Spending time in creation is a great way to get to know The Creator.

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