It has been forever since I did a weekly wrap-up. September was my last one to be exact. Where have these past few months gone? I swear this year has flown by. We have been busy. I honestly can't tell you exactly with what, but each week has brought on new challenges and adventures. Some years are just like that when you home school.
So what have we been up to?
School, of course! Things have been going so-so. We've made a few switches over the past few months. The biggest one is Michael is back to using Saxon for math. Teaching Textbooks was just too easy. I felt is was a complete waste of time for him. Oddly, he is enjoying Saxon now where before he dreaded. Sometimes mom does know best. I guess he needed to learn this on his own. He now has to do math over the summer, but he doesn't seem to mind.
Therese had try-outs for a play. She is now officially old enough to join our local drama club and was thrilled to be able to try out. She did a great job. Prayers she lands a role would be greatly appreciated. We're looking into voice lessons for her. She's thinking about joining the swim team if she doesn't make the play.
Michael started a new shooting team. He gets to practice his shooting and hopefully be able to compete if he's good enough. He was excited to be able to actually join the team.
Their Founding Fathers class is going exceptionally well. They really enjoy the class and have learned a lot from their teacher.
I've been planning for next year already. I am about half way done with our lesson plans. I hoping to be able to enjoy the summer months!
What I'm reading....
For my mom's book club, I've been reading The Diary of a Country Priest by Georges Bernanos. I've also been reading through various curricula for next year. We officially start high school next year.....ugh!
What the kids are reading......
For English, Therese is reading The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett and Michael is reading Lord of the Flies by William Golding.
For history they are currently reading a handful of books about World War II. I really need to post about all the fun stuff they are working on in history.
For fun, Therese is reading Botanical Beauty, Your Own Beautiful: Advice and Inspiration from Chelsea Crockett , and Fabulous Teen Hairstyles.
Michael is reading a ton of books about Star Wars. This is probably because the new movie was released on DVD and he got it in his Easter basket.
Photo of the week....
Till Next Time,
Monique
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