When my older two children were in first and third grade I decided to use a journal for communication. Instead of giving them journal assignments or a journal to just write their thoughts, their journals were a communication between my child and I.
Poetry for Kids
Poetry can be an excellent form of self-expression. While I haven’t really assigned poetry for […]
Combining Multiple Language Arts Resources into a Cohesive Plan
As eclectic homeschoolers, it is common for me to take bits and pieces of one […]
Blogs for Kids
Blogging is a great way for kids to practice their writing. I started a blog […]
Review of Classical Writing Curriculum
We have been using Classical Writing for over a year now and am finally getting […]
Michael Clay Thompson Language Arts Island Level Schedule
I’m listing our schedule for the Michael Clay Thompson Language Arts Island Level program. It […]
Kindergarten Writing Growth
It has been over a year since my five year old started his blog. When […]
Kindergarten Writing Sample
Below you will see pictures of his work in the Write About Me book. I wrote the interpretation of his writing below each picture. I do use a whole language method for writing at my son’s age. I typically don’t correct his grammar or spelling or punctuation. If he asks me how to spell a word I usually tell him to try and sound it out. Sometimes I can read what he writes, but I usually have him read it to me so I know for sure what he wrote.
Menu Planning Activity – Choose Your Favorite!
We did a little project this afternoon. I had the boys each pick a grocery […]
Kindergarten Blogger
My 5 year old is enjoying blogging. Today he created a blog post when he […]