School Update

We are really enjoying K and 2nd so far this year. While I still don't feel I have perfected juggling two at the same time, we are managing most days just fine. :) For example, I would love to let one play while I help the other as needed, but they always want recess at the same time, so this plan doesn't work so well. Still working out the kinks.

Adjectives Game

Lorelei loves 2nd grade. Her teacher reported that Lorelei is "so happy" and didn't have any concerns so far. When I am there making copies I sometimes catch snippets of the 2nd graders sharing their writing with the class. They usually start out the day with a little writing prompt and I love to hear what they are sharing. Her teacher seems immensely patient, laid back and so fun for them. So far math has only had a few challenging moments, but for the most part seems to be going more smoothly than last year. (Even borrowing while subtracting three digit numbers!) I feel like reading is going along very well also. There are definitely some rough home school moments with this girl, but hoping she improves her attitude.

Practicing Spelling Words In Shaving Cream

Habitat Project (Pond)

Makin is loving Kindergarten. While his class isn't the set of sweethearts Lorelei has been blessed with, he has a decent group of friends and is always happy for his school day at GCA. He plays soccer every day at recess (with the exception of literally one day, where he played Frisbee, per Gracelyn's request) with many of the boys from his class. His teacher has a heart of gold and Makin holds his own with a class of mostly boys. The four girls in the class are gems. His teacher commented on his happiness as well and is thankful for his leadership. He is doing great academically. I am having to supplement some lessons, particularly with math, so he is working on addition facts and counting by twos. I could add more, but juggling the two grades makes me a bit of a slacker so far in going beyond "the list". Still planning to improve on this.

Measuring With Cubes
Weighing Various Objects With Cubes

He was told to write three sentences to answer these questions.
Loved his pictures to go with!

Mrs. Harris (K) assigned an apple project one day in Sept. I was thankful it was an assignment as art projects seem few and far between these days. We enjoyed apple stamping. :)

It finally cooled off enough one morning we had school outside in the front yard. Hoping for more of this soon.

Comfy Math Fact Practice