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 8
Here’s what the poppies have been up to:
This is one of those weeks that went by in a blur!
Sunday
On Sunday, we celebrated a special girl’s special day!
Monday
I’m hoping this is the LAST of the white stuff. Just sayin’!
He might be the only guy happy about this. Even the kids are over it!
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Tuesday
We have been trying to channel spring weather with a simple plant study, seedlings, caterpillars, and… magnetic slime while we wait for the weather to turn!
Homeschool today…magnetic slime!
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Wednesday
When little brother makes a birthday cake for big brother:
And, in a blink, our first baby is 8!
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Thursday
The birthday boy enjoyed this 3D puzzle:
Friday
I think we’ve enjoyed everything Joyce has written this week!
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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.
10 Ways to Guard Your Daughter Against Toxic Relationships by Dr. Gina Madrigrano, Babble.com
The Hardest Baby Ever by Lesley Miller, Coffee and Crumbs
Teaching Gifted Kids to Explain Their Thinking by Ian Byrdseed, Byrdseed
No Spanking, No Time-Out, No Problems by Olga Khazan, The Atlantic
The Invisible Work (and Value) of Parenting by By Lara N. Dotson-Renta, The Washington Post
This essay got a high-school senior into 5 Ivy League schools and Stanford by Abby Jackson, Business Insider
Beverly Cleary on turning 100: Kids today ‘don’t have the freedom’ I had by Nora Krug, The Washington Post
Why this Common Discipline is Harmful for Teens by Karen Young, Hey Sigmund
In case you missed it, here’s the new stuff from My Little Poppies:
A Fun, Hands-On White House Homeschool Lesson
Reducing Toxins in Your Home with Pure Haven Essentials
Dangling a Homeschool Carrot
Does Your Child Love Babymouse?
And, did you know you can find me elsewhere? Here are some recent posts:
Get Those Kids Moving with ThinkFun’s ‘Yoga Spinner Game’ [GeekMom]
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!
Did you make your own magnetic slime? I’ve seen recipes but didn’t know where to get the iron powder? I’ve never heard of William Joyce but those books look awesome, off to check them out on Amazon!!
Hi, Krista!
We did! I got the powder off of Amazon. What don’t they have??
I reviewed How to Teach Your Children Shakespeare a couple years ago - now that the kids are a little older I really need to dig it back out I saved i - somewhere….lol. I really thought some of the ideas were great! Looking forward to hearing your opinion