Here is everything wonderful from the week that was. I’d love to hear what you were up to this week. Please share in the comments!
My Little Poppies Week in Review 7
Here’s what the poppies have been up to:
This week was a fun one. We’re finally catching up from a rough couple weeks. Also, because the year is coming to a close, our obligations are lightening, leaving more space for friends and family. The weather has been in our favor too!
Sunday
We had a wonderful Easter morning with mass and friends and a fantastic day with family!
Monday
The Easter Bunny gave the kids Extreme Dot-to-Dots and they are obsessed… and incredibly quiet! Easter Bunny for the win!
Tuesday
One thing I’ve learned is that my children, left to their own devices, are often far more creative than I am- even when I’m trying to be creative. This week, my kids finished their homeschooling early and, still hungover from Easter, went upstairs to read quietly for a little bit. Well, I thought they were reading but they were really plotting! They placed a half dozen letter boxes in our own backyard and sent me on an incredibly fun scavenger hunt. I want to do it again!
Wednesday
It can be tough to get 1:1 time with each of your children. This week, I had a couple of uninterrupted hours with our littlest guy and then we spent a gorgeous afternoon playing in the woods together.
Thursday
Thursday was an unbelievably gorgeous day and we took full advantage. We met up with friends for an art-themed hike. Our entire day was spent outdoors!
Friday
A birthday card with quill and ink!
There’s nothing quite like real-world math. This kid is a master at it- he loves to make math problems out of everything and anything!
The poppies are currently reading:
I love to share great books. Here is a bit of what we’ve been reading this week. I’d love to hear what is on your bookshelf!
Our Current Homeschool Read Alouds Include:
Dad is reading:
Mom is reading:
7-year-old is reading:
6-year-old is reading:
4-year-old is reading:
This is what the {Virtual} Family Book Club is reading:
Our book club is celebrating the upcoming National Library Week by reading a selection of library-themed books. Is your favorite on this list?
This week’s 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.
The Thing We Forget About Sending Our Kids to School ~ Quill and Camera
Rainbow Crayon Bud Vase ~ The Kids Should See This
10 Ways to Find Yourself Again in Motherhood ~ Finding Joy
Primitive Reflexes: Why a Retained Spinal Galant Reflex is Mistaken for ADHD ~ Integrated Learning Strategies
Feeling Like a Failure [Failure to Thrive] ~ My Little Poppies
Why Finland Has the Best Schools ~ William Doyle, Los Angeles Times
Time is Precious ~ Monkey Mum
When You’re In the Gray Area of Being Suicidal ~ Taylor Jones, The Mighty
6-Year-Old Stares Down Bottomless Abyss of Formal Schooling ~ The Onion
8 Reasons I Allow My Child to Go Barefoot ~ Rhythms of Play
In case you missed it, here’s the new stuff from My Little Poppies:
And My World Changed Forever: The Importance of Parent Groups
First You Gotta Do the Truffle Shuffle
Feeling Like a Failure [Failure to Thrive]
5 Things No One Tells You About Homeschooling
National Library Week: 10+ Books to Get Your Kids Excited About the Library
Animal Helpers in History
And, did you know you can find me elsewhere? Here are some recent posts:
How My 6-Year-Old Taught Me to Love Cooking [Simple Homeschool}
Practice Math Skills the Fun Way: Math Dice Chase [GeekMom]
Stratos Spheres: A 3-Dimensional 4-In-A-Row Game [GeekMom]
Now, it’s your turn. Tell me: What was the highlight of your week? What are you reading? Share here!
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