Collage Friday - Math, Appliances, and Other Goodies

 

It's been an odd week. We're not QUITE done with our schoolwork (more on that later), and we have been jam packed with special activities.

Last weekend we went to see a local high school production of Hairspray. It was excellent! Our friend, Olivia, who we go to church with, has babysat the kids, and was also one of my piano students, had a part in the show. Anna and I had a fun night, and we're still singing Good Morning Baltimore a week later!

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Music History and Notebooking for The Birds - SQUILT Lesson #10

One of the best ways to sneak music appreciation into your homeschool day is to incorporate it with whatever you are studying at the time.

This week we have been learning all about birds.

Two pieces naturally came to mind. Both are by the French composer, Camille Saint-Saens.  

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10 Best Toys For Little Boys

There's just something about little boys and their toys that is wonderful.

The organization, imagination, and creativity that goes into my little boy's playtime is astounding. 

Now that my son in 8 years old, he's been through a few "stages" of toys. As I look back, however, it's just been a few toys he's loved and focused on in his life. 

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