by Becca Kunz | Sep 16, 2014 | Family, Homeschool, Parenting
Well, we officially started first grade homeschool today. What fun! “Big” kid circle time games include clapping, stomping and using beanbags to learn numbers, letters and poems. Learning verses and songs through movement. Beginning our year with form...
by Becca Kunz | Dec 13, 2013 | Felt, Festivals, Homeschool, Uncategorized
Through the brightness of Saint Lucia, light and hope are celebrated on Santa Lucia Day. This holiday marks the longest night of the year, as well the beginning of the Christmas season in Sweden and many other countries. Light, on this long dark night, is celebrated....
by Becca Kunz | Oct 2, 2013 | Festivals, Homeschool, In the Kitchen, Parenting
As part of our home schooling each year, we make dragon bread for Michaelmas, decorating the monster with dried fruit and nuts. We like to use pumpkin seeds for spikes! Michaelmas is celebrated in honor of Saint Michael, who was known to have slain a fierce and...
by becca | Nov 16, 2012 | Homeschool, Parenting
The decision of educating our children crept up on us. When our first daughter turned three, were faced with the decision of whether or not to send her to preschool. This is where our journey into childhood education began, where we found a maze of options for...