I am not sure what type of schoolers you would call my family, but whatever it is, we have fun. Monday we took a field trip to the interpretive center in South Charleston. My 9 yr old learned all about the Native Americans, how to make glass, and a little bit about the local history of mining. It was very interesting. I was really proud of him as he sat and listened for almost an hour to the tour guide explain the significance of the exhibits and artifacts. I love that I can take him to a place like and let him learn history by experiencing it first hand. ( not just through a book).
We then went to a nearby park and did fill in the blank Bible Verses and addition facts with sidewalk chalk. I love that God has granted me the knowledge about learning styles and the ability to put it into practice with a variety of ways.
Tuesday we went to a homeschool co op. The boys were able to hear a devotion, discuss the frogs in the story of Moses and the 10 plagues, dissect a handmade edible frog, receive a cool packet of info on frogs, and dissect a real frog. It was so cool and informative. Again my 9 yr old had a great time, and even shared some of his new found knowledge related to frog anatomy. He wants to do more frog dissections at home with his dad and me, so he can tell us more about the various frog organs he encountered.
Today we went to the local science and technology kids museum. They watched a movie about the fighter pilot and my 8 yr old was enthralled with this. They were also able to play with the Lego movie making exhibit, the hydro power / water erosion exhibit, and see some of their friends.
Its such a cool thing to know how your kids learn best and find ways to incorporate that knowledge into daily lesson plans. Its a heart warming experience to see their eyes light up when they learn something new or when their mind is finding ways to incorporate their new found knowledge into some practical technology. I feel so blessed to be a part of this, and all the conversations that pop up just because I am with them and willing to listen. Maybe this is how God feels when we come to HIM in prayer?
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I wish we could have made it to the Clay Center. We really wanted to go this year! I'm glad to hear that you and yours had a wonderful experience.
actually I was pretty ticked off with some of the employees there. It was just little things, but I think it was the same guy that kept making silly comments. I should not let it bother me, but for some reason it did.
Yeah I was hoping to see you. When are you due? ( sorry I can't remember if you already told me)
Maybe we can go sometime in Jan or Feb when your baby is a little older.
I'm due on Halloween, though we expect that she will make her appearance a little earlier than that.
Sorry to hear that you had a bad experience at the Clay Center! A friend of mine organizes a lot of educational events there and would be interested, I'm sure in hearing your concerns. Were there a lot of homeschoolers that showed-up?
Passing on the Versatile Blogger Award to you! Stop by and accept at http://www.baldwinhomeschool.blogspot.com =)
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