Elementary


This Past School Year's Curriculum

This Past School Year's Curriculum

I'm at Simple Homeschool today talking the curriculum we used this past year during our big year of transition from interest-led elementary into the middle school years. This was just one of many transitions for our family this past year.

More Spring Science (& Writing)

More Spring Science (& Writing)

The kids are keen about a topic and naturally have something they want to share. We sit down together over several days (or just one short session) to get out the thoughts, edit and then publish. Most times "publishing" is simply me handwriting or typing what they want to say.

Spring is For Science

Spring is For Science

It's amazing the difference one month makes this time of year. Spring's arrival on the calendar last month was still very much winter. But in one month the longer and warmer days have worked their magic. And now, mid April, it's truly spring.

When You Feel Inadequate

When You Feel Inadequate

Ever have one of those days, or weeks or months when you feel woefully inadequate as a homeschooler or mother? Yeah, me too.

Craft Storage in a Small Space

Craft Storage in a Small Space

Today I have a video to share with you. Taking you "behind the scenes" to show you how we store craft supplies in our small chalet.

Artist For Hire

Artist For Hire

You know proud mama's - they love to share the amazing things their children are up to. I'm certainly no different. A few months ago Laurent was given a commission by one of our blogging friends Brian Green. Laurent was thrilled with the project and I was so proud of ...

Sugaring! (& a Spring Reading List)

Sugaring! (& a Spring Reading List)

For years I've read seasonal stories to my children. Stories in general but I do love marking the seasons in our reading also.