Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Our first week

Today is day 3 of our first week of homeschool.  This year is a little different for the kids because there's a lot more hands-on learning, a new curriculum, and now they each have their own desk to work at. 

If you were to ask Wesley what his favorite part of his "school day" was, he'd probably tell you "book basket".  Book basket, as we call it, is just a small collection of books that stay in a basket in our livingroom.  Everyday, the kids have book basket time for 15 minutes.  They are required to sit and read or look at books silently, independently.  These books are changed out weekly for different books.  Wes has been working on his first chapter book, Shrek: The Novel.  He made his own bookmark and feels accomplished knowing he's already at chapter 15! 


Austin's favorite part of school would be his desk.  He loves having a place to keep his things, seperate from his brother and sister!  Closely following his desk, would be his art supplies.  Anytime he gets to take out his scossors, crayons, and glue he's a happy boy!!  His handwriting is turning out to be great!

Reagan just loves to do anything school related!  Most kids hate doing sit-down work with pencil and paper in hand.  Not Reagan!  She is starting to recognize letters and numbers and enjoys tracing and coloring pictures.


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