Monday, March 9, 2009

A day in the life. . .
















Today was a fun, creative day. We were a little slow getting up -you know, with the time change, certainly not because we're lazy:). We were excited because this was the first day of our 6 week learning co-op. Today's theme was electricity. The kids had a fantastic time. They made these bugs out of a battery, wire and a light bulb, played with snap circuits, read a book about Thomas Edison, did an experiment, and used something called an energy ball. It was a great kick-off to the co-op. I'll be doing the chemistry portion in a few weeks (my 11th grade chemistry teacher, Mr. Snow, would be so proud!)

When we came home the kids watched This is America, Charlie Brown while I prepared lunch. After lunch, J read from The Penderwicks and I read to B(a Magic School Bus book about sharks). Then we did an art project. I was inspired after going to the flower show to make little fairy houses. J and I made little cave houses while B made a shark house.

Then it was time to deliver Girl Scout cookies, do some errands and plant some seeds. I'm exhausted!

4 comments:

  1. That time change was tough on me this morning as well! What a full and exciting day full of learning your kids had.

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  2. Very nice, and we are looking forward to the chemisty as well! We weren't nearly as busy as you later in the day, just 4 kids over for a wild playdate until 6 pm!

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  3. Oh! We love little fairy houses... we always say, "We should do that!" but have yet to follow through.

    Sounds as though you've had a delightfully full day. :)

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  4. I love the cave and shark house! Sounds like a great day!

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