Hereis a great link for the Presidential Fitness Test we are practicing for this year....
http://www.presidentschallenge.org/educators/program_details/physical_fitness/events.aspx
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Monday, September 22, 2008
One on one time
We will be starting week five of our school year this week...already?!?! It is such a cliche, but time is passing very quickly. So far, the school year is going well. I eased up on some of my scheduling, lightened our load with a little less activities, and tried spending more one on one time with each of my girls.
We have been starting our school day by reviewing their assignments and what the schedule looks like for the day (which seems to really help my middle child...she likes to know what to expect!). After our morning huddle, we do our one on one time, which has been really fun. A good friend of mine shared how she spent her mornings with her kids (Thanks Mary) and I thought it was worth a try! She spends one on one time with each of her kids in the am...sometimes it might be one hour, other times it might just be 30 minutes. Either way, the kids seem to really LOVE this idea! I rotate who starts out the one and one time and they are curiously excited to be with just me! They get to pick what we work on together. Sometimes it is grammar, sometimes it is math and sometimes it is a game with just the two of us! When they are not in their one on one time, they are doing work that can be done independently (and yes, even my 5 1/2 year old can work on her own for a while!)
If you have more than 2 kids and you haven't tried the one on one time, I would highly recommend it! It has been a fun way to change up our school schedule this year!
We have been starting our school day by reviewing their assignments and what the schedule looks like for the day (which seems to really help my middle child...she likes to know what to expect!). After our morning huddle, we do our one on one time, which has been really fun. A good friend of mine shared how she spent her mornings with her kids (Thanks Mary) and I thought it was worth a try! She spends one on one time with each of her kids in the am...sometimes it might be one hour, other times it might just be 30 minutes. Either way, the kids seem to really LOVE this idea! I rotate who starts out the one and one time and they are curiously excited to be with just me! They get to pick what we work on together. Sometimes it is grammar, sometimes it is math and sometimes it is a game with just the two of us! When they are not in their one on one time, they are doing work that can be done independently (and yes, even my 5 1/2 year old can work on her own for a while!)
If you have more than 2 kids and you haven't tried the one on one time, I would highly recommend it! It has been a fun way to change up our school schedule this year!
Monday, September 15, 2008
Lauritzen Gardens
We have a field trip Friday!
Friday, September 19th – Lauritzen Gardens
1:45pm-4pm
RSVP Required by Wednesday, September 17th
We will gather outside Lauritzen Gardens at 1:45 to collect payment and get organized. The tour starts at 2pm, so please be on time. If you would like to come early, you could check out the locomotives and even have lunch up by the locomotives (that area is free).
Come take a one hour guided tour of the garden and then play in the Kid Structure Outdoor Exhibit. The gardens are open until 5pm, so you can stay as long as you like. It is located close to Henry Doorly Zoo. You take the same exit, however, it is on the North side of the interstate and east of 10th Street. The signs will direct you to the “Botanical Gardens”.
https://www.omahabotanicalgardens.org/
Kids $3 (kids under 6 are free!)
Adults $7
*Please bring exact payment the day of the field trip.
Imaginative KidStructure exhibit to run through October 5, 2008
A Project of the Lauritzen Gardens Guild
Never before has a garden visit spurred such whimsy, magic and fascination for children. KidStructure, an outdoor exhibit of structures custom-designed by area architects and contractors, will ignite the imagination of all who experience these creative structures for the young and young-at-heart.
KidStructure stretches the definition of traditional playhouse design. These unique and adventurous structures will encourage interactive learning, garden exploration and, most importantly, imagination!
Friday, September 19th – Lauritzen Gardens
1:45pm-4pm
RSVP Required by Wednesday, September 17th
We will gather outside Lauritzen Gardens at 1:45 to collect payment and get organized. The tour starts at 2pm, so please be on time. If you would like to come early, you could check out the locomotives and even have lunch up by the locomotives (that area is free).
Come take a one hour guided tour of the garden and then play in the Kid Structure Outdoor Exhibit. The gardens are open until 5pm, so you can stay as long as you like. It is located close to Henry Doorly Zoo. You take the same exit, however, it is on the North side of the interstate and east of 10th Street. The signs will direct you to the “Botanical Gardens”.
https://www.omahabotanicalgardens.org/
Kids $3 (kids under 6 are free!)
Adults $7
*Please bring exact payment the day of the field trip.
Imaginative KidStructure exhibit to run through October 5, 2008
A Project of the Lauritzen Gardens Guild
Never before has a garden visit spurred such whimsy, magic and fascination for children. KidStructure, an outdoor exhibit of structures custom-designed by area architects and contractors, will ignite the imagination of all who experience these creative structures for the young and young-at-heart.
KidStructure stretches the definition of traditional playhouse design. These unique and adventurous structures will encourage interactive learning, garden exploration and, most importantly, imagination!
Friday, September 12, 2008
Star Gazing
Nebraska Star Gazing Party
Eugene T. Mahoney State Park is hosting the Stargazing 2008 parties. May 9th, June 13, July 11, August 8 and September 19, join the Omaha Astronomical Society and Prairie Astronomy club and view the spectacular sky using the powerful telescopes! Stargazing begins at the golf driving range from dusk to 11 pm. Weather Permitting. Don't forget to join the 15th Annual Nebraska Star Party at Merritt Reervoir, near Valentine, NE at the Snake River camp ground. It starts July 27 and goes to August 1. A Park Entry Permit is required. Contact: Administration OfficeContact Phone: 402-944-2523 , ext 7122 Contact Email: mahoney@ngpc.ne.gov
Eugene T. Mahoney State Park is hosting the Stargazing 2008 parties. May 9th, June 13, July 11, August 8 and September 19, join the Omaha Astronomical Society and Prairie Astronomy club and view the spectacular sky using the powerful telescopes! Stargazing begins at the golf driving range from dusk to 11 pm. Weather Permitting. Don't forget to join the 15th Annual Nebraska Star Party at Merritt Reervoir, near Valentine, NE at the Snake River camp ground. It starts July 27 and goes to August 1. A Park Entry Permit is required. Contact: Administration OfficeContact Phone: 402-944-2523 , ext 7122 Contact Email: mahoney@ngpc.ne.gov
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Thursdays?!?!
What is it about Thursdays, November and February? I get tired when all of them come around. It just seems tougher to keep the normal rountine going! After nearly 3 weeks of school, I get tempted to slack off or get distracted and not complete my housework or our schoolwork. What is that all about? I know we have worked hard all week (or all year) and everyone is pretty tired. I know the weekend is right around the corner. I also know I should just push through it and I am ALWAYS bummed out when I do actually let myself slack off! In a proactive measure, I have scheduled lighter school days on Friday. So, today...I will not slack off! I will keep on track and do my chores and the school work we've scheduled! I will look forward to our lightly scheduled Friday! Hope you have a great Thursday!
9/11
If you have kids that don't remember 9/11, here are a few websites that may help.
http://www.familiesandwork.org/911ah/911ashistory.html
http://www.history.com/minisites/9-11
Here is a neat prayer:
http://christianity.about.com/od/patriotdayseptember11/qt/september11pray.htm
http://www.familiesandwork.org/911ah/911ashistory.html
http://www.history.com/minisites/9-11
Here is a neat prayer:
http://christianity.about.com/od/patriotdayseptember11/qt/september11pray.htm
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Barbie Mummification
As some of you may know, we are doing Story of the World - Volume I for history this year. We are studying Ancient Times and the book recommends we mummify a chicken. While the thought of that is intriguing, I found some links for mummifying a barbie instead. This link is to one of the best ones, especially with the cool pyramid! We'll let you know how it goes!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aID8ID7keV0&feature=related
Here is another one...same idea
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/jaminacema/319302/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aID8ID7keV0&feature=related
Here is another one...same idea
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/jaminacema/319302/
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
What's this caterpillar
Jason found this site and it is really cool! This is the season for caterpillars and this is a great resource for identification of the most common furry things our kids love to bring in the house!http://www.whatsthiscaterpillar.co.uk/america/
Monday, September 8, 2008
Homeschool T-shirts
I was thinking of getting some of these for the girls (the “homeschool girl” one). If you want to go in on an order, let me know!
T-shirts are $5.99. Shipping is 0.75 cents. If we order 10 or more the group name can be added to the back of the shirt for $1.50. If we order 26 or more it can be added for $1.
They also have tote bags and other things.
http://www.greathomeschooltshirts.com/
Here is a link that takes you to the shirts they have:
http://www.greathomeschooltshirts.com/productpage123.asp?CategoryID=1
Let me know and I would be happy to put together an order, but it has to be by end of day on Wednesday!
Shana B.
T-shirts are $5.99. Shipping is 0.75 cents. If we order 10 or more the group name can be added to the back of the shirt for $1.50. If we order 26 or more it can be added for $1.
They also have tote bags and other things.
http://www.greathomeschooltshirts.com/
Here is a link that takes you to the shirts they have:
http://www.greathomeschooltshirts.com/productpage123.asp?CategoryID=1
Let me know and I would be happy to put together an order, but it has to be by end of day on Wednesday!
Shana B.
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Husker Schedule
Our group toured Memorial Stadium last spring. Don't they look official at the press conference table?!?!? We are also BIG Husker fans in our house! Make sure you know when the games are by clicking on this link:
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