tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42577328823622810952011-11-27T19:24:34.855-05:00How our family tries to provide a social life for our homeschooled child...Homeschool Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07444639898995801326noreply@blogger.comBlogger741100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4257732882362281095.post-62041690836739719962008-08-07T16:25:00.003-04:002008-08-13T05:05:14.841-04:00

The park where Sweetpea and I spent today has been the talk of the locals in the area for quite a while. They said that the Coggshall Park’s survival is endangered by logging. As a matter of fact, I had read from the paper that a machine that was used for cutting trees was put on fire by someone. He's probably angry about what was going on in the park.There were not too many people at the park

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Yesterday was different. It was Sweetpea's first time to go to the beach. It was my first time, too (here in the United States). The sun was already high when we arrived there. But the breeze was really nice.It was exhausting bringing a huge backpack, two beach chairs, a cooler and another bag of sand toys and rice. I don't usually travel heavy, but I had no clue what to expect at the beach and

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We have decided that it was time for a splash in the pool. Sweetpea and I arrived first at Blessy's house. That was good because she had the chance to play with Vin and Nicko.The day was hot and we didn't want the kids to jump into the water without lunch. So that was the rule: no lunch, no swim. And of course, Sweetpea (of all kids!) was starting to get impatient. Blessy's pork roast was good.

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My girlfriends and I had planned to have swimming today but the weather just didn't want to cooperate. So, we decided to have our playdate at Cheryl's place.Sweetpea and I arrived there at 11:30 and Nicko hugged her right away at the doorway. I only brought soda and juice this time. Blessy cooked her delicious version of beef steak and Cheryl had adobo and monggos. We just started having our

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Sweetpea and I had our swimsuit hidden under our clothes. We were all set to go swimming, and being a swimmer myself, I was really excited! Jeni had followed my car as we drove to Blessy's place. It was our first time to spend our playdate there.Sandy was already there when we arrived. Eli and the twins were getting ready to jump into the pool. Blessy's boys, on the other hand, were very

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Although the sun was high, it still was a perfect day for another playdate. Soon after I received a call from Sandy, I jumped into the car and drove Sweetpea straight to Doyle Field. Blessy was not there yet when we arrived. I had brought three McDonald's meals, some spaghetti and green grapes. But by the time Blessy came, the meals had already been consumed.Meantime, Sweetpea had a blast

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I was the first one to arrive at Cheryl's home. Her sister, Brenda, was there for a visit. She's from Las Vegas and she looked similar to her. It was still raining so we had our lunch inside. I had brought eggplant omelet which I cooked earlier and chicharon. Cheryl, on the other hand, had prepared several things.After the light rain, the kids ran outside to play. But before anyone could wipe the

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Sweetpea and I missed last Wednesday's playdate. The past few days were also extremely hot so we never went out for anything except for very important things. But today, we were at Doyle's Field. Everyone was already there when Ivy and I and our kids arrived. They were all seated around a table under a nice shady tree. It was my first time to meet Cheryl's mom.I didn't have breakfast so I was

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This playdate was totally unplanned but it went great even when the day was in the 90's. Kaylee and Sweetpea got along well in an instant and they spent hours playing under the heat of the sun.They played in the new playground set which my husband had just installed in our backyard a week ago. They had a blast swinging and sliding, although they never made any noise. They just enjoyed running

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Jeni and I arrived at Cheryl's place past eleven. Sandy was already there with Baby Eli. It was nice to see her back again. It's actually her first time to meet Jeni who happens to hail from the same place she came from. And with Jeni's son, Conner, Eli has now someone his age to play with.Today is supposed to be our welcome party for Sandy. I had cooked escabeche as well as ampalaya omelet

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The weather was lovely. As usual, we had our lunch at Cheryl's deck. I tried to feed Sweetpea with sausage and rice even if she was busy playing with the other kids. I observed that she was more fond of Jessa than Jacinda. I could not understand why but I guess some days she and Jacinda are close, and some days they aren't.Vivian wasn't there and we kept on wondering why she hasn't been

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We didn't have our playdate last week because we thought that the weather was going to be nasty. But we were wrong. The sun was shining and Sweetpea and I were stuck at home.Today was awesome, too. Although we arrived late at Cheryl's place, everything went great. We had our lunch at the deck where we enjoyed basking under the heat of the sun. I had cooked some pork sauted with bokchoy and a

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Everybody couldn't make it to the playdate, so Cheryl and I decided to go to Cogshall Park this morning. In the playground, Zack and Sweetpea played with other kids for about an hour and a half. The sun was shining and we all enjoyed the warm fresh air, but I was particularly busy monitoring Sweetpea as she went up and down in different slides.When it was time to go, we proceeded to McDonald's

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It could have been a perfect day outside for the kids, but things weren't as perfect as they appeared to be. For one thing, Sandy's currently visiting her family and friends in the Philippines and Blessy had to do her case study. Although Maricel was around with Kirby (thanks to Ivy for picking us up!) --- she didn't stay long either. So, Ivy and I also left soon after Maricel had left.I was

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Ivy had promised to pick us up today and she finally came past eleven thirty with her new Chrysler Town & Country van. She said she was starving, but we had to pick Maricel and Kirby then drop by the grocery store to buy some icecream and juice. Ivy already brought some pancit guisado, Maricel brought some torons and I brought a modified beef caldereta and some cotton candy for the kids. When

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Today's playdate was at Cheryl's place. Cheryl just got back from Las Vegas and she brought some chorizos and langka (jackfruit) which we feasted on for lunch. I brought soda and orange juice while Sandy brought leche flan and bam-i. Ivy was absent because her girls were sick. So Sweetpea just played with the boys --- Zack, Nicko and Eli. She seemed able to integrate with them right away and

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We went to the mall with Ivy and her two daughters. Sweetpea was a little shy because it has been a long while since she last saw Jessa and Jacinda. At the play area, we met Sandy and Eli. Blessy arrived later, pushing Nicko on his stroller.The kids were having a great time at the play area. As usual, we had our lunch at the food court. We joined two tables so we could sit down together. Ivy and

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We were at the mall again today. Sweetpea had a blast playing with Nicko, Eli and other kids around at the play area next to JC Penney. I was a little bit scared that Sweetpea started to show courage being away from my side not only while we were inside the play area but even when we were at the food court during lunch break.At one point, my girlfriends and I decided to check out Macy's. After

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It was snowing outside with a little mixture of rain. But that didn't stop us from going to a local mall for this week's playdate.The mall had a special play area for kids. Although only Eli and Nick showed up, a lot of other kids were there.I was taken aback. It took a long time for Sweetpea to leave my side and play with other kids. So, I was really happy when she finally had the courage to

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1. Respond to the invitation as soon as possible. Let members know if you ‘will be there’ or ‘can’t make it’. This will keep the playgroup going strong and help the host plan for the event. 2. If your child is not feeling well, skip the playgroup until when he/she is feeling better. Most parents are concerned about their little ones catching colds from others and they won't appreciate the

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A playgroup is a small group of parents and children who get together on a regular basis for informal socializing and play. It is most often formed spontaneously by parents based on their shared interests or culture. Studies have shown that a playgroup can significantly help children develop social skills, gain independence, and build self-confidence. It can also give parents a chance to meet

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Since Thursday, Sweetpea was back to being herself again. I couldn't be much happier just seeing her smile again. The fever was a bad one. Her doctor said she had an ear infection and she needed to be treated with antibiotic. Thank goodness, she's getting better now...

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Sweetpea's fever is back again. My husband and I agreed that we would let her recuperate fully this time before we bring her to another playdate.

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Today was Sweetpea's second playdate. It was also our first meeting with Ivy and her kids. Ivy and I noticed that Sweetpea and her daughter, Jacinda, clicked right away like instant forever friends. They were holding their hands as they go from one activity to another. All the moms around were giggling as they watch a friendship starting to grow. It was also Ivy's birthday celebration and we

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Before sweetpea started homeschooling, all I could think of was providing her with the best quality education she can have. My husband and I are extremely academic persons. As students, we both excelled in our classes --- and as adults, we're both educators and passionate about teaching and learning.But we didn't want our daughter to be a genius who is awkward and socially backwards. Who would?

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I wish I didn't bring Sweetpea out to dinner last night. Her fever was gone and Friday nights are among the very few occasions for her to be around other people. But before we even headed back home, she showed signs of being tired and sleepy. Today, her fever is back --- and she's coughing.

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Sweetpea's new social life also gave her the challenge to build her immune system. She's sick right now and I hope she will be fine pretty soon.

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I was supposed to meet Ivy and her two daughters today, but she didn't show up at the playdate because of the bad weather. Snow fell thick and hard last night and it's been raining all day today. But Sandy volunteered to pick us up and we managed to show up at Cheryl's place without Ivy.I was glad to meet all the moms and Sweetpea was happy playing with other kids. At the start, she was mostly

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Theme: Animals in the ZooLetter: ONumber: 1Color: Green & Brown3/Mon - Labor Day: No school today but we went to Marshall Farm so that Sweetpea can see actual apples on the trees and different animals as well. Unfortunately, the animal park is only open during the weekends; but Sweetpea still enjoyed watching the different funrides in the park.4/Tue - First day of Homeschool: We went to

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Oh yeah, we definitely made sure that Sweetpea’s first day of homeschool was memorable. Early in the morning, we packed our lunch, the video cam and everything else we needed for a trip to the zoo! With us were Mom and Aunt Paulette. We pretty much squeezed ourselves into our Dodge Grand Caravan with some extra leg room. I brought a poster of animals which I made last night.The trip to Providence

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Our house is adjacent to a really nice Elementary School so there’s a lot to watch outside our window especially during school days. Sweetpea and I would occasionally peer down at the people on the street and see what’s going on. We’d watch parents dropping off their kids in the morning because traffic is heavier and more interesting. Several times, I would point to Sweetpea the school buses

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gray words are tempos that tell you how fast or slow to playred words are dynamics that tell you how loud or soft to playblue words are directions in music that tell you where to goyellow words tell you how how to play in generalaccel. - short for accelerando which means play fasteraccelerando - play fasteradagio - play slowly al fine - to the endallegretto - play meduim-quickallegro - play fast

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Change. A variance in the rate, scale, and pattern, including trends and cycles.Constancy. The stability of a property, such as the speed of light.Equilibrium. The physical state in which forces and changes occur in opposite and off-setting directions.Evidence. Data and documentation that support inferences or conclusions.Evolution. A series of changes, some gradual and some sporadic, that

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Algorithm. An established step-by-step procedure used to achieve a desired result. For example, the addition algorithm for the sum of two two-digit numbers where carrying is required: 55 + 27 82Arbitrary unit (of measure). A unit that is not part of the standardized metric or US Customary systems. For example, using one’s own shoe size to measure the length of a door opening or saying

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HOMESCHOOL TERMS:First Quarter: Sept. 4 to Oct. 26Second Quarter: Oct. 29 to Jan. 15Third Quarter: Jan. 16 to Mar. 14Fourth Quarter: Mar. 24 to May 16DATES TO REMEMBER:Sept 4 (Start of School)Oct 25-26 (Exam Days)Jan 14-15 (Exam Days)Mar 13-14 (Exam Days)May 15-16 (Exam Days)May 16 (End of School)NO SCHOOL DATES:Sept 3 (Labor Day)Oct 8 (Columbus Day)Nov 22-23 (Thanksgiving)Dec 17-Jan 4 (Christmas

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And I love it! The tulips are awake, the birds are chirping, the trees are beginning to bloom… For several days, Sweetpea and I had fun walking around the neighborhood and spending some time at the school playground which is only a block away from our house. I was happy that Sweetpea gets to spend playtime with other kids… She had a blast with the slides!Last Sunday, after breakfast, we hit the

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In full, JOSÉ PROTACIO RIZAL MERCADO Y ALONSO REALONDA (born 19 June 1861, Calamba, Philippines- died 30 December 1896, Manila, Philippines), patriot, physician and man of letters whose life and literary works were an inspiration to the Philippine nationalist movement.Rizal was the son of a prosperous landowner and sugar planter of Chinese-Filipino descent on the island of Luzon. His mother,

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Sa Aking Mga Kabata(This poem was written by Rizal when he was 8 years old)Kapagka ang baya’y sadyang umiibigSa kanyang salitang kaloob ng langit,Sanglang kalayaan nasa ring masapitKatulad ng ibong nasa himpapawid.Pagka’t ang salita’y isang kahatulanSa bayan, sa nayo’t mga kaharian,At ang isang tao’y katulad, kabagayNg alin mang likha noong kalayaan.Ang hindi magmahal sa kanyang salitaMahigit sa

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(Lumang Bersiyon)Iniibig ko ang PilipinasIto ang aking lupang sinilangan.Ito ang tahanan ng aking lahi.Ako'y kanyang kinukopkopat tinutulunganUpang maging malakas,maligaya at kapakipakinabang.Bilang ganti, diringgin ko ang payo ng aking mga magulangSusundin ko ang mga tuntunin ng aking paaralanTutuparin ko ang mga tungkulin ng isang mamamayang makabayanat masunurin sa batasPaglilingkuran ko ang

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Background of Lincoln’s most famous and shortest speechOf the five known manuscript copies of the Gettysburg Address, the Library of Congress has two. President Lincoln gave one of these to each of his two private secretaries, John Nicolay and John Hay. The copy on exhibit, which belonged to Nicolay, is often called the “first draft” because it is believed to be the earliest copy that

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The Landing of the Pilgrim Fathers in New Englandby Felicia Dorothea Hemans (1793-1835)The breaking waves dash’d highOn a stern and rock-bound coast,And the woods against a stormy skyTheir giant branches toss’d;And the heavy night hung dark,The hills and waters o’er,When a band of exiles moor’d their barkOn the wild New England shore.Not as the conqueror comes,They, the true-hearted, came;Not

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Springby William Blake Sound the flute!Now it’s mute!Bird’s delight,Day and night,Nightingale,In the dale,Lark in sky,–Merrily,Merrily merrily, to welcome in the year. Little boy,Full of joy;Little girl,Sweet and small;Cock does crow,So do you;Merry voice,Infant noise;Merrily, merrily, to welcome in the year. Little lamb,Here I am;Come and lickMy white neck;Let me pullYour soft wool;Let me

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Who has seen the wind?by Christina Georgina Rossetti Who has seen the wind?Neither I nor you:But when the leaves hang tremblingThe wind is passing thro’ Who has seen the wind?Neither you nor I:But when the trees bow down their headsThe wind is passing by. Treesby Joyce Kilmer I think that I shall never seeA poem as lovely as a tree. A tree whose hungry mouth is prestAgainst the earth’s sweet

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1.WRITE THE STORY IN THE BOOK FROM A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW. Take an entire story (or part of it) and write a version as someone else would tell it. 2.WRITE THE DIARY A MAIN CHARACTER MIGHT HAVE WRITTEN. Imagine you are the person in your book. Write a diary for a few days or weeks as she or he would have done. 3.WRITE A CHARACTER SKETCH OF SOMEONE IN THE BOOK. This might be the central

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Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences makes people think about “IQ,” about being “smart.” The theory is changing the way some teachers teach. Howard Gardner, Ph.D. is a professor at Harvard University and the author of many books and articles. His theory of multiple intelligences has challenged long-held assumptions about intelligence — especially about a single measure of

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Jack Be NimbleJack be nimble.Jack be quick.Jack jump over the candlestick!The Apple TreeWay up the apple tree,Two little apples smiled at me.So I shook that treeas hard as I could!Down came the applesMmmm, mmmm, good!Little Miss MuffetLittle Miss MuffetSat on her tuffet,Eating her curds and whey.Along came a spiderWho sat down beside herAnd frightened Miss Muffet away!Jack FrostJack Frost is a

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Pat-a-CakePat-a-cake, pat-a-cake,Baker’s man!Bake us a cakeAs fast as you can,[Alternate clapping baby’s hands and yours.]Mix it and prick it[Pretend to stir bowl, then prick cake.]And mark it with B,[Make a ‘B’ in the air.]And put it in the ovenFor baby and me.[Alternate clapping baby’s hands and yours.]Five Fingers Five fingers on this hand.(hold up one hand)Five fingers on that:(hold up the

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Ako ay May LoboAko ay may lobolumipad sa langitdi ko na nakitapumutok na pala.Sayang lang ang perapinambili ng lobokung pagkain sananabusog pa ako.Sampung Mga DaliriSampung mga daliri, kamay at paaDalawang mata, dalawang tainga,Ilong na magandaMaliit na ngipin, masarap kumainDilang maliit, nagsasabingHuwag kang magsinungalingTAYOÝ SUMAKAY SA KABAYOTayo`y sumakay sa kabayoMabilis tumakbo ang

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Examinations and assignments are the two most commonly used approaches to assessment in higher education. Negotiated and computer-based assessment are emerging approaches that are gaining popularity among some disciplines. Examinations. It is a common misconception that examinations are a type of assessment rather than an approach. An examination defines the conditions under which students

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Learning theorists have argued that learning and development are not like an assembly-line which can be broken down into discrete steps occurring with machine-time precision, but an organic process that unfolds in complex ways according to its own pace and rhythm. Teaching and learning occurs in complex ecosystems, dynamic environments where teachers, students, materials and supplies, texts,

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Facing root canal surgery without anesthetic, having your tax return audited, or taking standardized tests may carry equal aversion/terror. Each guarantees a loss of control while also threatening pain, frustration, or embarrassment. In two previous columns, we explored the fallout of pessimism, fear, and shame. Here we will try to tame testing’s terror by exploring what test designers are trying

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Most of Sweetpea’s books are simply tucked inside a basket so I decided to take them out and arranged them on the floor this way. She has done a lot of mischiefs these past days and I thought rearranging her books might be enough to draw her attention to silent reading. And, tada! It worked.I’m a Little Bookworm (Tune: I’m a Little Teapot)I’m a little bookwormShort and Smart.I open a book,That

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Make-believe and other imaginative activities are already part in Sweetpea’s mental world. And she is only nineteen months old. Today, I caught her playing with her bunny. Look! Let me brush your hair!Although I am used to seeing her kiss, hug and cuddle her stuffed toys, this was my first time to see her pretending to brush a bunny’s hair.I was amazed to see her do this. But I am grateful

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A course of study is a comprehensive plan, which indicates the scope, and teaching sequence of all the learning activities provided for a particular course. It serves as a teacher’s road map. What are the basic components of a course of study?A formal written document that contains:Title:Course Description: A general description of the course.Course Content: Usually 2 or 3 paragraphs.Course Goals

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1. There is no relationship between the amount of money spent on schooling and “good” results as measured by parents of any culture. This seems to be because “education” is not a commodity to be purchased but an enlargement of insight, power, understanding and self-control almost completely outside the cash economy. Education is almost overwhelmingly an internally generated effort. The five

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Reading time always creates a special bond between me and Sweetpea. We both love to read together and she enjoys it when I change the expressions of my voice. But a lot of time, she prefers to read alone. She would insist on staying in a corner where she could pretend to read the text all by herself.Today, though, she came to me with a book in her hand. But after I read it to her, she pushed me

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WHY USE PORTFOLIOS?Portfolio assessment strategies provide a structure for long-duration, in depth assignments. The use of portfolios transfers much of the responsibility of demonstrating mastery of concepts from the professor to the student. WHAT ARE PORTFOLIOS?Student portfolios are a collection of evidence, prepared by the student and evaluated by the faculty member, to demonstrate mastery,

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4 °F outside.Someone was in a doodling mood today. So I made sure there’s plenty of markers, colored pencils, and paper around to keep those little hands busy. Our homeschool isn’t officially open yet; but I always manage to grab every opportunity for Sweetpea to satisfy her curiosity and creativity. She’s such an independent learner for her age.This is not her first time to do this though. She’s

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PRESCHOOLToddler Class: (Age 2)English (Phonics & Reading/Handwriting/Readiness)ArithmeticScience & HealthSocial StudiesVisual Art/ Music/ Physical Education/ Free PlayChristian Living / MannersKindergarten 0: (Age 3) English (Phonics & Reading/Handwriting/Readiness)ArithmeticScience & HealthSocial StudiesVisual Art/ Music/ Physical Education/ Free PlayChristian Living / MannersKindergarten 1: (

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Homeschooler, Jason Scoggins, scored a perfect 800 in math on the SAT college admission test last year and made the front page of the Wall Street Journal. Jason’s success was another in a long line of success stories that have made colleges, the media and the educational community sit up and take notice of homeschoolers — except in one area — mathematics. Homeschoolers have bettered the national

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Although every homeschool is unique, certain homeschooling “styles” have become very popular. Most homeschoolers do not follow one style or method exactly. Instead, they select the ideas and suggestions that fit their family and eventually end up with a method all their own. It may take some time to develop your own routine and you may discover that you start out more structured in the beginning

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God our Father, You created usAnd through your Son, JesusMade us members of your Holy Family,The Church.Fill us with the gift of your Holy Spirit,that we may have the strengthto care for one anotherand the courage to lead our livesfollowing the example of your Son.Mary, Mother of God,Keep us from harm.Joseph, patron of all workers,Help us to develop our talentsto the best of our ability.Amen.

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1. Homeschooling is life changing. It creates personal growth for both the parent and the child. You (the parent) get a second chance to re-discover your own special genius, while you help your children discover theirs. Nothing you will ever do will have a more profound effect on your child and your family’s future as homeschooling.2. You are qualified to homeschool your children if you love to

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by REBECCA WINTERSMonday, Sep. 11, 2000This fall a new college will open its doors to a crop of freshmen who may never have set foot in a high school. Nearly all will have earned straight A’s, but most will never have SAT through a lecture. When it welcomes its inaugural class of 80 students in October, Patrick Henry College in Purcellville, Va., will be the first college designed specifically

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It used to be that most parents who decided to school their children athome did so for religious reasons. Today, parents have other reasons as well: Those with gifted children, for instance, can step up the learning pace by teaching their kids themselves. Parents with children suffering from Attention Deficit Disorder can make sure their youngsters get the specialized attention they need. Not to

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New York - College is expensive. Four years at an elite university like Princeton or Harvard will set you back around $160,000. That’s a lot of money, but consider the benefits: The professors, the coursework, the people you’ll meet and the invaluable experiences you’ll have. And, of course, the bottom line: You’ll earn more money afterward. In fact, on average, the holder of a four-year college

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by Katharine HoukA topic that frequently comes up at homeschooling support group meetings is record keeping. For those whose homeschooling approach is interest-initiated and far-ranging, it can be a challenge to write quarterly reports for submission to the school district, when learning is expected to be pigeonholed into subject areas.When our family first started homeschooling, the New York

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By the year 2000 — ALL CHILDREN in America will start school ready to learn. THE HIGH SCHOOL graduation rate will increase to at least 90 percent.ALL STUDENTS will leave grades 4, 8, and 12 having demonstrated competency over challenging subject matter including English, mathematics, science, foreign languages, civics and government, economics, the arts, history, and geography, and every school

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Even before our daughter was born, my husband and I have already decided to homeschool her. We thought it was the best thing we can do for our daughter. We are both teachers and I was a high school principal one time. I myself had experience in teaching elementary, highschool and college. I took curriculum development and educational management courses. And my husband is currently teaching

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Washington, D.C. – The traditional “Reading, Writing and ‘Rithmetic” has long been the core curriculum in America’s schools. Now one leading Catholic educator has suggested that the nation’s 95,615 elementary and secondary schools add a fourth “R” – responsibility. Dr. Karen Ristau, president of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), said, “Responsibility goes way beyond basic

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 Listen to stories without interrupting  Recognize rhyming sounds  Pay attention for short periods of time to adult-directed tasks  Understand actions have both causes and effects  Show understanding of general times of day  Cut with scissors  Trace basic shapes  Begin to share with others  Start to follow rules  Be able to recognize authority  Manage bathroom needs  Button shirts,

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(Front Royal, VA) — Three veterans of the United States Catholic home school movement spent Thanksgiving week in Vatican City meeting with officials of various congregations and councils of the Holy See to discuss the positive results of Catholic home schooling. Dr. Mary Kay Clark, Director of Seton Home Study School, as well as Dr. Catherine Moran, President of the Catholic Home School Network

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Lord Jesus,Master of both the light and the darkness, send your Holy Spirit upon our preparations for Christmas.We who have so much to do seek quiet spaces to hear your voice each day.We who are anxious over many things look forward to your coming among us.We who are blessed in so many ways long for the complete joy of your kingdom.We whose hearts are heavy seek the joy of your presence.We are

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I offer to you, dear Lord,my praise and thanksgiving!And with a joyful heart,This homeschooling journey I startwith you,with my husband,with my little one.Bless my mind that I may think clearly.Bless my heart with your unconditional love.Bless my hands that I may doeverything you want me to do.Bless me alwaysthat I may not falter,I may never lose hope,never stray from the truth.Bless my home with

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