We have a busy house where we homeschool our three beautiful children Boy 7, and girls 5 and 2 as of 11/2010. I believe education is inevitable for we are always learning. Also academics should be fun, and we hope to share some fun ideas for you on our blog.
Math is so versatile. you can always find something interesting for a child to count. :) Here my 5 yr. old is counting jewels and rings. We are in the middle of a Bible study on beauty. Inner, vs outer and so these things just fit right in. That's the fun thing about homeschooling. You take what the child needs to learn and make it interesting enough that they "want" to learn it.
My 5 yr old decided she needed a squirrel to climb the trees with her in the backyard today. So, she decided to make one. We dug out our handy sewing book for children, located the animal patterns and luckily had some felt on hand to work with. :) I cut it out for her since our scissors aren't the best for cutting felt, and she sewed it together with a large needle and embroidery thread, Then she stuffed it and drew on the smile, and named her "Nutty" Then I attached button eyes and a cute little pocket to hold a "nut" for the squirrel. We just happened to have some buttons that looked just like a walnut, and worked perfectly for this project. :)
Then I felt sorry for my 2yr old who can't make her own lovies yet, so I made her Ellie the elephant. :) So fun! :)
MommyMomment.ca is hosting a giveaway for a Montessori cd worth $580.25 from Montessori print shop.
This CD Rom Collection contains 948 Montessori-based files in PDF File format that are individually titled and stored in organized category folders. Simply browse through the categories, open the file you want, and print!
It includes:
944 Montessori materials in pdf file format
Culture/Art
Geography
Phonics Language
Grammar
Math
Nomenclature (Parts Of)
Picture Cards (Classified Cards)
Science
Sensorial
Teacher/Admin
Toddler
4 Primary Montessori Teaching Manuals
Practical Life
Sensorial
Language
Math
You can find the details to this fantastic giveaway at this link:
Just wanted everyone to know that a winner has been randomly selected and I've attempted to contact her. Congratulations WILLOW!! :) I have not heard back from her yet, and if I haven't heard from her by tonight, a new winner will be selected to take Karen Tylers course. Thanks to everyone for entering. I hope each and everyone of you has a chance to take the course. Also, I have added Karen's Geography Album from her course to my blog, with her permission, and you can find it under free printable downloads on the left column of my blog. Thanks again! I'll post again if a new winner is chosen.
Have you gotten your kids Valentines cards to hand out to their friends yet? I had... then found out I needed more than I had. :) I'm currently iced in my house with lovely winter weather so I'm not going out to buy more. Instead I searched the internet looking for fun ones to make. I found this adorable butterfly here to the right. Directions and template download are at this link:
But... I didn't have the exact same lollipops or the pink cardstock but hey, I've got organic Yummy Earth suckers and purple paper. :) I think they turned out quite cute. Now I've just got to enlist the childrens help in cutting them all out. :) Have a beautiful Valentines Day with the ones you love!
I'm so excited to offer this giveaway on my blog. I've only been blogging for a couple months now and have found it has been a wonderful way to share our homeschooling experience with others. The giveaway is for one lucky winner a free online Montessori course by Karen Tyler. You can read more about the course here: http://www.amontessorimarketplace.com/teachertraining.html I am currently taking Karen's training course myself and will vouch for the wonderful material she presents. Karen's next class begins March 1st, 2011 You have the option to complete the course in 1 or 2 years and will end up with 12 beautiful albums to help you teach Montessori education to 2.5 -6 year olds. You will also receive a certificate of completion. Karen is available to help you along your journey and will give you personal guidance with any questions you might have. This course is valued at $240 but is worth so much more!!!!
The course work covers:
An introduction to Montessori Practical life Sensorial Language Mathematics Grammar Mathematics Operations Writing Physical Science Ecology Geology Botany Zoology History Geography Astronomy
To enter this giveaway first sign up to Follow my blog with google friend connect and then add a comment on this post stating why you would love to win the prize. Please leave your name and contact e-mail w/ your post so that I can get in touch with you should you win. To get you an additional entry post a link to this giveaway on your personal blog and leave me another comment with a link to your posting. This contest is open world wide and will end in 2 weeks at 8pm CST on Feb 14th, 2011. The winner will be chosen randomly and contacted on Feb. 15th. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Good luck, and blessings to you! ATTENTION: Don't forget PLEASE leave contact info (your e-mail) on your note. If you win and I can't get in touch with you, you won't know, and the prize will pass to someone else in 48 hours. Thanks
Math is so versatile. you can always find something interesting for a child to count. :) Here my 5 yr. old is counting jewels 
and rings. We are in the middle of a Bible study on beauty. Inner, vs outer and so these things just fit right in. That's the fun thing about homeschooling. You take what the child needs to learn and make it interesting enough that they "want" to learn it.
it together with a large needle and embroidery thread, Then she stuffed it and drew on the smile, and named her "Nutty"
Then I attached button eyes and a cute little pocket to hold a "nut" for the squirrel. We just happened to have some buttons that looked just like a walnut, and worked perfectly for this project. :)
Have you gotten your kids Valentines cards to hand out to their friends yet? I had... then found out I needed more than I had. :) I'm currently iced in my house with lovely winter weather so I'm not going out to buy more. Instead I searched the internet looking for fun ones to make. I found this adorable butterfly here to the right. Directions and template download are at this link:
