This February, I'm featuring several homeschooling mamas as they share their "heart of homeschooling." I'm starting off the series with this blog post. Make sure to check back once in a while during the whole month for more. I hope this glimpse of our hearts inspires you to at least look into the beauty of homeschooling. "I don't like that book!" said my daughter about … [Read more...]
Owl Moon: An Exercise in Choosing Go-Along Books
Last week, we thoroughly enjoyed "Owl Moon." Written by award-winning author Jane Yolen in poetic form, it is a story about a father and his daughter who go searching for owls (or owling) one cold night. As promised last Monday, I'll be sharing how we choose and use go-along books to enrich our reading experience. By using "Owl Moon" as an example, I share here three … [Read more...]
The Power of "Go-Along" Books
Picture books, as I have personally proven in more than two years of using Before- and Five in a Row, are a great jumping point for all kinds of learning.Just by reading and focusing on one book once a week, our family has discovered so much about the world around us! Our curiosity is being stimulated, and our love of learning is constantly being nurtured. Did you notice that I … [Read more...]
The Clown of God: More Than A Christmas Story
The Clown of God, a Five in a Row book, introduced me to Tomie dePaola and made me an avid collector of his books. Mr. dePaola, a Catholic, often infuses his work with the religion's traditions and beliefs in such charming manner that it doesn't come out as preachy. Just engaging and fun. "The Clown of God" is the touching story of Giovanni, … [Read more...]
Read and Move: A Perfect Combination for Toddlers
Little Sir turned two late last year, and already, I can see how different his learning style is from his sister. The little guy loves to MOVE! Finding books that make him stay and listen is quite tricky. Toddlers are always on the go, and they love imitating and experimenting with the way their bodies move. Books that allow them to do both are sure to be fascinating and … [Read more...]
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