Monday, August 20, 2007

Day 11

Public School started today and I am on week 3! I added Geography to Mondays schedule since we are 45 minutes ahead each day. It only takes about 10 minutes...so why not!! I am happy with our progress, and feel good about this whole home schooling thing. My son was a little sad when his friends were not around to play today. I am sure he will get used to it and be happy for an hour or two with his friends in the afternoon before dinner.


Today's Lessons:

Handwriting: Worksheet on writing the letter k. ( because his handwriting is sloppy) Then write all the words you know that start with k.

Reading: We took turns reading a chapter of Stanley & The Magic Lamp. Then he read Biscuit.

Grammar/Phonics: Word Flash Cards. Then 3 worksheets on letter families & more plural nouns (I will be happy when these plural noun worksheets are done!!)

Math: Test 46 Addition & 46 Subtraction Problems

History: We put together a Cain & Abel coloring book

Geography: Learned where the United States was on a map

Day 10

Friday August 17, 2007

We are all caught up for the week!

Today's Lessons:

Handwriting: Worksheet on writing the letter j. ( because his handwriting is sloppy) Then write all the words you know that start with j.

Reading: We took turns reading a chapter of Stanley & The Magic Lamp. Then he read Biscuit.

Grammar/Phonics: Word Flash Cards. Then 3 worksheets on letter families & plural nouns

Math: we did 3 workbook pages ( we are now 9 days ahead of schedule!! )

Health: What does your brain do? Lap book

Social Studies: Things change worksheet

Day 9

Thursday August 16, 2007



I decided to make up what I could from Wednesday without overloading his noggin. We accomplished a lot!

Today's Lessons:

Handwriting: Worksheet on writing the letter H & I. ( because his handwriting is sloppy) Then write all the words you know that start with H & I.

Reading: We took turns reading a chapter of Stanley & The Magic Lamp. Then he read Biscuit.

Grammar/Phonics: Word Flash Cards. Then 6 worksheets on letter families & plural nouns

Math: We only did 3 lessons since we are ahead.

Art: We ran out of time...so we skipped art this week.

Wednesday, August 15, 2007

Day 8 - No School Today!

I chose to not have school today since my son was not feeling well. He has bad allergies and went to bed yesterday in the middle of the afternoon. He only goes to bed like that when he isn't feeling well. He is doing better today, but I wanted to give him an extra day to rest.

Lap Book Show And Tell Giveaway


My birthday is coming up, and I wanted to give this year instead of receive!
So.....since I have had so much fun with these little lap books, I wanted to share!


I am giving away a cool set of lap book supplies to get you through at least half the year. In my case it might only last a few months since we are making so many!! I have included the file folders, fun scrapbook paper, punch out letters, stickers, envelopes, and a few more surprise goodies. ( I will post a picture when I can get my camera to chat with my computer!)


Rules: All you have to do is write a post on your blog and share pictures of one or more of the lap books you (your child) have made. Also, write a little blurb about this giveaway so others have a chance to receive! You can use the giveaway photo if you like. Then come back and leave a comment with your link at the bottom of this post.


The giveaway will be open for 1 week. It starts today 8/15 and will end Wednesday 8/22.....my birthday! I will announce the winner (picked by Random.org) Thursday 8/23.

Happy lap booking!
Melinda

Tuesday, August 14, 2007

Day 7

Today I caught a fidgety little boy not paying attention. He has a habit of rocking back and forth in his chair. I guess I just wasn't making it very interesting today! I will try to add more interesting topics!

Today's Lessons:Handwriting: Worksheet on writing the letter g. ( because his handwriting is sloppy) Then write all the words you know that start with g.

Reading: We took turns reading Chapter 2 of Stanley & The Magic Lamp. Then he read Biscuit.

Grammar/Phonics: Word Flash Cards. Then 3 worksheets on letter families & plural nouns

Math: We did 3 lessons today.

Science: What Plants Need Lap Book

Monday, August 13, 2007

Day 6

Today I was more relaxed. I felt good about what we are doing, and where we are going.



Today's Lessons:

Handwriting: Worksheet on writing the letter f. ( because his handwriting is sloppy) Then write all the words you know that start with f.
Reading: We took turns reading Chapter 1 of Stanley & The Magic Lamp. Then he read Biscuit.
Grammar/Phonics: Word Flash Cards. Then 3 worksheets on letter families & plural nouns
Math: Test 46 Addition & 46 Subtraction Problems.
History: Adam & Eve Lap Book

Saturday, August 11, 2007

It's Saturday!!

My son asked this morning if we had school. As soon as I told him no, he got a huge smile on his face and went to play his zoo computer game. Little does he know, the game is teaching him about money! Have a great Saturday!!

Friday, August 10, 2007

Day 5

This overwhelming calm came over me today. The stress off homeschooling has lifted! We are doing well. My son understands the schedule and knows what I expect of him. I'm feeling good!

OK...enough about that!!!! Today flew right by. I am thinking the first grade curriculum is too easy. We did the 2nd grade Summer Bridge book with him, and know the 1st grade stuff is finished in minutes. I will be adding to my lesson plans over the weekend!



Today's Lessons:

Handwriting: Worksheet on writing the letter e. ( because his handwriting is sloppy) Then write all the words you know that start with e.
Reading: We took turns reading Chapter 5 of Flat Stanley. Then he read The Big Red Stop Sign.
Grammar/Phonics: Word Flash Cards. Then 3 worksheets on letter families & plural nouns
Math: Lessons 9 & 10 in book. ( I am officially 1 week ahead of schedule!)
Health: Learn about the Human Body & Lap Book

Thursday, August 9, 2007

Day 4

Well, I woke up late today! The funny thing was, after a while I didn't care much! Last year when I woke up late and we had to drive 20 minutes to school, I freaked out! I would be frantic and on the verge of a meltdown to get to school by 8:20! This morning I woke up at 7:40, and for a moment I thought...Oh no I'm late....Ugggghhhhh. Then I thought.....wait a minute......it's ok.....relax.....you don't have to be anywhere.....it's OK!!!!!!!!! I felt this huge weight lifted off my shoulders. Now there is no pressure in the morning! I don't have to scramble every morning to make a sack lunch and drive him to school.
I decided to wake my son up a half hour later today in honor of our new found freedom, and we both schooled in our PJ's!! It was kind of fun!


Today's Lessons:

Handwriting: Worksheet on writing the letter d. ( because his handwriting is sloppy) Then write all the words you know that start with d.
Reading: We took turns reading Chapter 4 of Flat Stanley. Then he read The Big Red Stop Sign.
Grammar/Phonics: Word Flash Cards. Then 3 worksheets on letter families & nouns
Math: Lessons 6,7, & 8 in book.
Art: Paint pictures using Nouns, Living Things, & Gods Creations (from this weeks lessons)