Since it is Friday I wanted to address the questions I've gotten about our little weekly homeschooling ventures.
Every week I choose a theme for learning. It usually has to do with something relevant going on that week. Example: Circus week because the circus was here or nature week because Earth Day was this Monday.This format has worked well for us and the girls really enjoy the schedule I have made for them. Oh yeah, it keeps me sane too!
On Mondays we go to the library for storytime. It lasts about 45 minutes and the kids get to dance, sing, and play as well have have circle storytime. This activity is free and they have a couple of friends there that they play with in the kid's resource center afterwards. At home we do arts and crafts, and reading.
Tuesdays we try to go on a "field trip" based on the weekly theme. Now that the weather is nicer we will be able to go to the zoo, botanical gardens as well as museums and parks. At home we learn sign language and read.
The middle of the week is super special because it's music dayon Wednesdays. We go to a Music Together class and have SO much fun! It lasts about 45 minutes aand the girls have another group of friends there ranging in ages from 6 months to 2 years (just like them). By the time we get out of there it's time for lunch. Yummy! At home we take it easy for the rest of the day. We like to go outside and play but music class is the highlight on this day.
Thursdays are at home days. We learn sign language, dance, do arts and crafts and read.
And finally, Friday is play day! Sometimes we have playdate parties and invite lots of our friends for food and fun. And sometimes we meet up with just one friend to play. Playing is a fantastic way for kids to learn and most important at this age.
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