Monthly Archives: April 2009

Practical application of timelines

Posted on April 30, 2009 by

This is a guest post by JoAnne Bennett, a dear friend and mentor. She was kind enough to provide the following post and I’m so glad she did. We will use the time line for the facts which must be memorized for that unit.  As we do an overview to introduce the unit, I emphasize that these are the most important events.  We will add other significant events as they are discovered and discuss their … read on, my friend…

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Measurable goodness winner!

Posted on April 30, 2009 by

I had lots of entries for my little giveaway and was so excited to see such exuberance for these humble brass rules. I really do wish I had a set for each of you. It was so much fun that have already decided I will have another giveaway soon–maybe paper. Or a handmade book. Or a kit. The winner is… (cue cheesy drum roll) ALEXA! Congrats girl! Get in touch with your snail mail address … read on, my friend…

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In art, bigger really is better

Posted on April 23, 2009 by

These days in the art community there is a wonderful movement that strives to get back to handcrafted, placing a premium on pieces that are brimming with the artist’s personality. I agree, I much prefer the one-of-a-kind over the mass produced. I prefer smaller pieces that are well done over larger pieces that lack detail. That said, there are some things about your art that are better bigger. Bigger Dreams. Goal setting is important, but … read on, my friend…

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Measurable goodness giveaway

Posted on April 23, 2009 by

I am so geeky about all my bookbinding tools. I love my almond-scented Italian glue, my wooden bone folder, my Japanese punch. They inspire me every time I pick them up. One tool I often reach for is my set of brass rules. They make measuring super simple, because I don’t often plan ahead and have to do things one-handed. They are incremental and super handy for all sorts of things, from books to boxes … read on, my friend…

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Yes, home educating is my job

Posted on April 17, 2009 by

I used to bristle a little when people would ask me what I “do,” only because my answer seemed to disappoint them. It implies that work outside the home is somehow more valuable than what I “do” within these four walls. Now that I have given it some thought, I am glad to say that home educating is my job. People with a “job” have: A defined task(s). I have the task of teaching my … read on, my friend…

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Finally: a use for junk mail

Posted on April 8, 2009 by

We get tons of it every week. Finally, something to do with all that stuff! Younger kids: play post office and use it for the mail. cut out words, pictures, numbers for learning and review as flash cards use the grocery ads to create a pretend shopping list. Cut out the pictures of the items and glue to index cards. Tape a piece of bent index card to the back like a picture frame so … read on, my friend…

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My newest school planning helpers

Posted on April 2, 2009 by

I just love going to my local used home school store. The woman that runs it is a walking home school catalog. Her knowledge of all the different curricula is staggering. And there is where I happen upon most of my home school loves. My newest favorite resources are these giant, yet unassuming books. They may not sound like a big deal, but they are–at least they should be. I am in love with all … read on, my friend…

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