Tuesday Together

Together, some.
Alone, some.
In Student's bed, some!



Teacher said if it was ONLY reading going on in Student's bed, then student's bed is open for his visit.



Writing, not being her favorite, Student does however like to share her work. Reading her story aloud, she doesn't have to ask Warrior to quiet down as he's still in her bed. Thus, she's happy to share!



Mascot uses his favorite POINTER to choose the country the Homeschool can pray for today. Those red and orange countries on the map currently persecute Christian solely for their faith, and we are called to pray for those suffering, and mourn with those who mourn, so we practice that here at the Schoolhouse. Cousin wanted to take note of which countries were Bible-friendly so he didn't go to the wrong one on vacation, sweet boy that he is!



Reviewing the month song, rug time is complete.



Working his skip-counting skills, Warrior is up to 2s, 5s and 10s. Can't wait to see him connect this counting with coins! That's the kind of thing his brain really gets a kick out of.



And to be the only third grader, usually means for seatwork, so as the others fill the floor, Student continues in her work. Diligence in her prayer journal among the other lessons, this is the focus we are called to.

2Peter 3:14
Therefore, beloved, since you are waiting for these, be diligent to be found by him without spot or blemish, and at peace.

Finally Friday

With the knowledge that cousin will arrive soon, one would think that the Homeschool would get dressed for the day BEFORE starting school...but that's not always the case.



Really, Teacher could take time out of the learning to require that Warrior and Mascot cover with clothing, but then the delay of tasks could be extensive. Distractions come to Warrior as often as he breathes, so the ruling is COME AS YOU ARE. Just how Jesus accepts us... and complete your lessons so that you have enough time to scramble for clothes before escorting Student to the dentist!





Ah, yes, the dentist. When one schools at home and the receptionist can call and ask one to get to the office in 5 minutes foe sealants, yes, this is yet another joy of life at the Homeschool.



Cousin and Warrior read together and played quietly with the lobby toys, as was the report from the staff behind the counter. YAY! Chalk this visit up as one positive representation of home-educators. As this is not always the case, we thank God for children and their learning to choose to do what is right, even when Teacher isn't in the room! This means PARKTIME!



Not only did the children enjoy the sun and fun...



this lone dog was quite happy to share the park, too!



Cousin just knew it was a good thing that Teacher had the camera and insisted that a picture be taken of the dog and immediately we begin the search for the owner! He had visited the local donut shop that morning and remembered an LOST ad with a dog picture and tried to put his head with the others' to devise a plan to wrangle the dog while all drove to the donut shop to compare pictures.

Only minutes into their brainstorming, the owner yelled from around the corner, and dog's playtime was over. As for the Homeschool? Play and school are jut another blessing from Jehovah that opens the little minds of these children for Teacher to look into with amazement. Taste and see that our Lord is GOOD!

Fall 2011: New Beginnings

It arrived! The new year came, and each is older and
fosters a stronger hunger for knowledge!

Lord, may this year lead us to where You would have us to go.
May our thoughts and words be pleasing to You,
as we use these brains You have given, to
renew our minds daily.
In Jesus name, amen.

Here it is, the new classroom!
Bluish, yes.



No kidding, clothes on and hair up? This MUST have been the FIRST day of the year!



Principal suggested that Teacher blog in PAST tense since she's not usually caught up on posting the daily school happenings!



And so that's what one will read, the PAST happenings of our 2011-2012 schoolyear here, on the schoolhouse 27 blog.



That's the OFFICIAL name anyhow, each private school must legally have a name. Considering Student isn't the ONLY pupil anymore, Teacher and Principal redesigned the banner and voila!





And to top-off the first day of Kindergarten for Warrior, and 3rd grade foe Student: the piercing of Student's ears! What a proud day for the Homeschool. The whole gang was right there supporting her through the ear0gun trigger-pulling!



She didn't seem to feel much pain, but her eyes truly sparkled. Those sparkles that come with each right-of-passage in this life. Yes, those are the ones, the ones that say the babies are growing up.

Lord above, help we as parents to nurture Your children with knowledge, love and admonition of You. In Jesus name, amen.

Reading Wednesday

Yes, Reading on campus and off.
Beginning with all things BOY:



Ending with Reading together.



And the in-between?



Running around town distributing posters for the latest service project God has called the Homeschool to:
Japan Relief Benefit.

Friday Field Trip

With lunches packed,
friends aboard,
and prayers lifted up,
it's off to the zoo for some Friday Fun!

Wednesday Dirt

Because the promises of our Heavenly Father
stand true, planting begins.

As spring is bound to come, the garden work begins inside with Student, Warrior and Mascot
each providing their skills in a group effort:



water: check.
seeds: check.
dirt: check.

Let's do this thing!





Alongside the dirt,
praises fill the air.



From piano to voice,
the Homeschool belts it!



Seatwork for all, and all for seatwork...right?



Not all feel that way, but each does their share...
or tries to escape before doing so.

And Spring Break Comes

Just as Our Lord promised, the season
has changed. Welcome Spring!

Enter: the great American roadtrip!



Finding the presence and care of God around every corner...





The Homeschool galloped through the city...



across bridges and through the woods...



and rested by the water.





Now, really, God is good.
Even though the trees still looked naked,
and lacking-life...
all felt the warmth of the sun,
swung in the breeze,
and held high hopes for the days ahead!

Praise You, oh Father of Jacob,
You who never sleeps and cares for
our every need. Thanks to You with much
honor and glory,
as You are that which keeps us safe.
In Jesus name, Amen.

Monday School

Beginning the morning with thanks,
the Homeschool brings praise
and honor
to the King of Kings.

And who is to say we cannot do all things for His glory?
He just may get a kick out of jumping rope!
Can't wait to get to Heaven and figure out how to
double-dutch!







And for less movement of the physical,
but much of the mental...



Warrior and Student have fallen for the battle of checkers.
The good sports that they are,
makes it all the easier for the afternoon to pass
as Teacher works on other things.

And when Mascot finds himself ready for nap,
a cuddly book reading is in store.



There's no substitute for a wee one on campus.
This Mascot is growing, indeed...
growing each of us into more patient
and loving souls along the way!

Thank you, Father above, for Your
blessings of people, presence
and property. Amen.

Tuesday Transformation

Beginning with fog and dribbles of
leftover snow, the Student perched
and breathed in the morning air.



The Homeschool is daily counting down the days until Spring Break.
Vacation here we come!



Not before seatwork, of course!



Warrior is becoming more fluid in his reading, and for the first
time, read from a non-lesson book. He wasn't sure he could read a
REAL book, but alas, he did!



Meanwhile, the sun became exposed and Mascot sat for some Thomas the Train.



Escaping for a picnic and outdoor bridge-walk with Grandmother,
the Homeschool made good use of the sunshine.



With Praise to the One who created the sun,
we thank Him for bringing the warmth to our lives on earth today.
Amen.