Weekly Wrap Up - New Things, Sick Things, Fun Things

Weekly Wrap Up – New Things, Sick Things, Fun Things

June 28, 2012 By Stef

Tropical Storm Debby ended up raining on us for a couple of long days – three of us were sick so it didn’t matter much. We had to take little man to the dr. because his eyes were swollen and turning purple! After antibiotics he was ready to start taking care of the rest of us. The Play Doctor Set has come in handy and definitely this child’s favorite kit!

Our empty pool was quickly full of water, frogs, and tadpoles. The boys enjoyed catching the frogs (and teaching them how to do cannon balls). I figured it would be good to turn this into some type of learning opportunity since we really weren’t doing much table learning!

I’ve come to a comfortable place in our homeschool where crafts do not have to be award winning, nor pinterest worthy. My mom showed me some of the crafts I made in Girl Scouts and they were hideous. I asked why she kept them and she told me how much fun I had making them. Isn’t that the point?

A love for learning is all about asking questions and taking another step deeper. Always go deeper.

Thanks to Debby I put our frog learning to good use. Check out my first science Squidoo Mini Unit Study: Frogs! I am new to contributing to Squidoo and it’s becoming my favorite thing! I plan on doing a few more little mini unit studies – because it’s addictive and I don’t feel so bad taking all those photos.

Sickness must inspire my creative because also new this week … I started making Scavenger Hunts!

Each morning the boy finds a new hunt on the counter and he gladly fills in the 10 questions. It’s something fun and I like that it makes him think! I will be sharing these free pdfs on my blog each Wednesday (for all type of school kids) – check out this week’s 10 Hunt.

Speaking of the boy – he’s back to swim team practice. This week he came in last at every kickboard race, but WON! The other kids were using their arms, yet he would not cheat. I rewarded him with a wii rental from Red Box! All the homeschool worksheets and books just do not compare when your child’s character shines — love the We Choose Virtues cards!

As far as B90Days – being honest – hubs and I stopped reading a few weeks ago. But God put it on my heart recently that even though we started together … I am still responsible for my obligations. I am WAY behind – but I am reading! God’s Word is truly transforming!

Make God’s Word available to your kids in a fun way! Did you know – What’s In The Bible video 8 has been released?

We love these dvds! Ordered ours – it arrives next week – we’re looking forward to it!

And now … we pack up for a weekend at the beach in my home town!

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8 comments on “Weekly Wrap Up – New Things, Sick Things, Fun Things”

Mary on June 29, 2012 at 8:34 am said:

Lots going on during your “sick week”, Stef! I’m off to check out your lens right now.

The kickboard story warms my heart. That was such a life example for your son – getting rewarded for doing the RIGHT THING. It’s funny how something little like a rental from Redbox speaks volumes to our boys, isn’t it?

Enjoy your weekend at the beach. You all deserve it after the cruddy weather you had during the week.

Phyllis at All Things Beautiful on June 29, 2012 at 9:22 am said:

Sorry you guys were sick! Yes, to have fun and learn is the point of crafts!

Carrie on June 29, 2012 at 9:43 am said:

I love this:
“I’ve come to a comfortable place in our homeschool where crafts do not have to be award winning, nor pinterest worthy. My mom showed me some of the crafts I made in Girl Scouts and they were hideous. I asked why she kept them and she told me how much fun I had making them. Isn’t that the point?”
How true, and how often we tend to forget the fun element when we’re teaching. I have to seriously limit myself online or I can easily fall into the “inept comparison” trap! Can I admit how many crafts I’ve found online that have flopped in our house? Yes, you won’t be reading about those on my Pinterest boards, LOL.

Theresa on June 29, 2012 at 12:48 pm said:

I love the scavenger hunt idea!

The frog learning sounds fun!

Yikes- his eyes were swollen-poor kid! I hope he is feeling all better.

Ticia on June 29, 2012 at 1:43 pm said:

I’m with you on WITB, I had to make a special trip to the store the day it opened!

I hope your little guy gets better soon.

Our crafts are rarely pretty or pinterest worthy. Maybe that’s why they’re not pinned

Jamie {See Jamie blog} on June 29, 2012 at 2:40 pm said:

There is this Christmas tree ornament my mom has had for 30-something years. It’s not even recognizable as anything in particular, but it was something I made with scraps of felt to surprise her. She kept it all these years because I was so proud of it & because she knew how much heart went into it. It is certainly not pinterest worthy.