Last year, I didn't fully commit to journaling my experiences. Now, I want to make sure I write it all down as I take it all in. Mostly for myself. But, if someone wants to read my ramblings, that's cool too. This is my homeschool forum: documenting the good, the bad, the ugly, and everything in between... I'm going to try and be consistent!
First week of school? Successful overall, thankfully. Partly because I was prepared and knew what to expect. Mostly because of God's grace. Kindergarten was a good learning ground and we had a lot of fun, but I'm finding this year to be a bit easier already. Naomi is older and Silas is a better communicator. I'm finding it easier to engage all three of the kids because they're able to do more.
Another HUGE help? Daddy not working nights anymore! Woohoo! It was difficult last year homeschooling during the morning while Tim slept. I'm realizing that now. There was lots of, "Ssshhhhhh....let's be quieter. Stay downstairs while daddy sleeps. Keep your voice down." What a change! Is this what homeschool life is like when your husband works during the day?! Wow. Over 4 years of night shift really made our lives different from most. Now, Tim gets home in the early afternoon and our mornings are soooo much easier. The kids can learn and play all over the house at any given time, which is awesome. My stress levels are lower too as a result, which is good for the kids! Shocking, right? ;)
Silas has really developed an affinity for building and exploring by himself, which means lots of LEGO creations. We do a worksheet a day and also review his numbers and letters through songs, flashcards, and crafts. I try to keep it limited though since he's only 3 and picks up a lot just from watching and listening to Lydia.
Naomi enjoys just being around Silas, which is nice. Most of the time. Except when she tries to destroy his masterpieces. We're working on that.
She likes crib time, and it keeps her contained for part of school time. I give her LEGOs in there, and she's surprisingly good for an 18 month old! Dry beans are a big hit, too. I lay a big sheet down under a plastic bin and she goes to town, scooping and shoveling.
My biggest hiccup this last week has been making sure I'm rested enough and up early enough to be ready for school. Today I was tired from the weekend and had to really force my brain to engage fully. This morning, especially, I was glad we start each school day with Bible time. It's God's very necessary way of resetting my mood/attitude/outlook as I teach my children.
Here are some pics from our first school week:
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