This week started with Kenny Chesney and ended at the beach. All in all, it was a pretty perfect way to end the summer. We also read more books than usual and played some games that are new to us!
My Little Poppies Week in Review 29
Here’s what the poppies have been up to:
Saturday & Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Books we are reading
Dad is reading:
Mom is reading:
I’m also trying something new and so I’m reading this:
My big kids shared a room this week and, when they weren’t running around, there was a lot of THIS happening (and it made me smile!):

Together, they shared and devoured several books from the Harry Potter series.
8-year-old is reading:
6-year-old is reading:
5-year-old is reading:
Oh my gosh, you guys! My little guy turned FIVE. How is it possible that he’s already one whole hand’s worth of years? Bittersweet for sure!
Recent hot topics:
I love to share what I’ve been reading on both Facebook and Twitter. These were the articles that garnered the most discussions and shares this week.
How to Cope When Your Child Talks Nonstop ~ Rachel, A Mother Far From Home
Stop Wasting Your Kid-Free Time ~ Amanda, Dirt and Boogers
Why I Feel So Sad During Back to School Season ~ Amanda Redhead, Huffington Post
Why We Should Bring Back Vocational Training ~ Starre Vartan, Mother Nature Network
… and this image made you laugh out loud!
In case you missed it, here’s the new stuff from My Little Poppies:
Gifted Homeschool Curriculum 2016-2017
What’s in Your Not-Back-to-School Basket?
A Gifted Math Curriculum for Your Little “Mathemagician”
10+ Amazing Math Games for Your Homeschool
10+ Games to Make You Giggle
5+ Nature Games for Your Homeschool
10+ Games to Get Kids Moving
10+ Family Friendly Card Games
5 Days of Family Games for Your Homeschool
Lunchtime Learning: Games to Play While You Eat!
Gifted Homeschool Curriculum (2015-2016)