tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11510490588872049202024-03-14T04:15:07.555-05:00A Learning JourneyA Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.comBlogger591125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-15791309367138383412019-07-15T16:20:00.001-05:002019-07-15T16:27:08.054-05:00Independent Review: Midnight Black Pencil Sharpener from Classroom Friendly SuppliesIt's summer and you know what that means. Back to school shopping is here! What . . . already? I knew that I would need a new pencil sharpener for the beginning of the school year, because the sound of my electric pencil sharpener was already annoying me. Not to mention is eats all the pencils down to teeny tiny stubs. I've been reading many reviews about the <a href="https://www.classroomfriendlysupplies.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pencil Sharpeners</a> offered at <a href="https://store.classroomfriendlysupplies.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Classroom Friendly Supplies</a>. I decided to visit their website and imagine my surprise when I noticed that they were looking for bloggers to do product reviews. Check out their <a href="https://www.classroomfriendlysupplies.com/pages/free-sharpeners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blogger Review Program</a> if interested in applying! I immediately contacted the company about this opportunity and requested a <b>Midnight Black</b> pencil sharpener. I was surprised how fast it arrived and I know . . . I'll be the weird one but I was super excited! The pencil sharpeners were developed by classroom elementary teacher and owner of Classroom Friendly Supplies, Troy Decoff, who sells his sharpeners as a side business.<br />
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The pencil sharpeners are currently available in 7 vibrant colors: Groovy Green, Hello Yellow, Midnight Black, Popular Purple, Precious Pink, Cool Blue, and Firehouse Red. They also offer replacement parts such as blades, trays, mounts, and clamps.<br />
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One thing I love about this company is that they support the Pencils for Promise Movement. They donate $1 for EVERY pencil sharpener sold to help build schools in developing countries. Check out their <a href="https://fundraise.pencilsofpromise.org/fundraiser/387993" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fundraising Page</a>. Furthermore if you purchase the <a href="https://www.classroomfriendlysupplies.com/collections/frontpage/products/3-teacher-special-pink" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Precious Pink Pencil Sharpener</a>, then he donates a portion of the sale to cancer research and awareness. Isn't that wonderful!<br />
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In preparing for the new year, I labeled my Sharpened and Dull Pencil Holder Containers for my classroom. This meant that I would need many pencils sharpened and ready to go. My 11-year-old daughter assisted me with this project. We both immediately noticed how easy the pencil sharpener was to use. I loved how sharp the point was and that it did not immediately break once I started using it. That always drives me crazy!<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><br />What I Like</span></b><br />
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<li>Sharpness of Pencils</li>
<li>Portable Pencil Sharpener</li>
<li>Children Spend Less Time Sharpening Pencils</li>
<li>Auto-Stop Feature*</li>
<li>Group Purchase Discounts</li>
<li>Company Sells Replacement Parts</li>
<li>Colorful Options</li>
<li>Unique Modern or Retro Appearance</li>
<li>Less Noise - Quiet Sharpening*</li>
<li>Fewer Shaving Spill Messes to Clean Up*</li>
<li>Quick Delivery</li>
<li>Reasonably Priced</li>
<li>Strong and Durable Construction</li>
<li>Fewer Pencil Breaks</li>
<li>Fast Customer Service</li>
<li>User-Friendly Once Familiar with Proper Usage</li>
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The company now offers a <a href="https://www.classroomfriendlysupplies.com/collections/frontpage/products/large-hole-sharpener-white" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Large Hole Pencil Sharpener</a> if you have younger students using bigger pencils.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Recommendations</span></b><br />
I HIGHLY recommend the pencil sharpeners from Classroom Friendly Supplies to ALL homeschool educators and classroom teachers. I recommend this product to families as well. I also recommend purchasing the mounting equipment. These pencil sharpeners would definitely serve as the perfect teacher gift for a new teacher. Veteran teachers will appreciate these tools in their classrooms too if you are looking for classroom donation ideas. I hope to purchase a Hello Yellow Pencil Sharpener, Mounting Equipment, and the 5 in 1 Laser Pointer later this year.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Price</span></b><br />
You can purchase 3 pencil sharpeners for $17.99 <b><i>EACH</i> </b>if you decide to take advantage of the 30% off bundling pricing. If you only want one pencil sharpener, then you can buy full price for only $24.99. The company even offers a school bundle price with a 45% off discount where you can purchase 36 pencil sharpeners for only $13.99 <b><i>EACH</i></b>. <a href="https://www.classroomfriendlysupplies.com/collections/frontpage/products/gift-cards" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gift cards</a> for varying amounts are available to purchase if you'd like to surprise your teacher friends.<br />
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Do you have any questions about the product? Visit the <a href="https://www.classroomfriendlysupplies.com/pages/help-portal" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Help Portal Page</a> for more information.<br />
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<b><u>Note</u></b>: All prices subject to change without notice.<br />
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Check out the <a href="https://www.classroomfriendlysupplies.com/pages/photos-videos" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">helpful video link</a> to learn more about the Pencil Sharpeners available through Classroom Friendly Supplies. The company also shares step-by-step <a href="https://www.classroomfriendlysupplies.com/pages/photos-videos" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">directions and photos</a> of how to use the sharpener and replace the blade.<br />
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A Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-76953639145857640332018-07-19T05:55:00.000-05:002018-07-19T05:56:09.318-05:00Homeschool Review Crew: The Green Book eGuide from Progeny Press<div style="text-align: center;">
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This summer we added the review product, <a href="http://stores.progenypress.com/green-book-eguide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Green Book - eGuide</a>, from <a href="http://stores.progenypress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Progeny Press</a> to our Language Arts curriculum studies. This downloadable digital PDF-formatted literature study guide is available immediately after placing an order. I wanted to focus on reading comprehension and vocabulary using high-quality literature over summer break. Progeny Press was the perfect answer for our light schooling summer reading adventures.<br />
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Progeny Press offers a conglomeration of study guides to meet your child's needs which are organized into four broad categories: Lower Elementary (K-3), Upper Elementary (3rd-5th), Middle School (5th-8th), and High School (9th-12th). It'll take you approximately 8-10 weeks to complete each study guide if you are only working on one page a day. The eGuides make scheduling flexible.<br />
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This 57-page literature study eGuide was written by Rebecca Gilleland. It is geared towards upper elementary aged students in 3rd-5th grade. It is designed to be utilized with <i>The Green Book</i> written by Jill Paton Walsh. This 84-page chapter book is NOT included with the study guide but is required, therefore you will NEED to purchase the book separately. There are 7 chapters in this short science fiction book.<br />
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Let's get back to the study guide. A <b><i>Short Biography</i></b> about the study guide developer is found in the eGuide before the <b><i>Table of Contents</i></b>. There's a two-page <i><b>Note to the Instructor</b></i> which explains how to use the Progeny Press study guides. The company recommends that you have a dictionary, thesaurus, NIV Bible, a Bible concordance, supervised access to the Internet on a computer, and a set of encyclopedias to refer to while utilizing the components of the guide. </div>
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The next section in your eGuide is the <b><i>Synopsis </i></b>which is basically a book summary. The story is about a family boarding the LAST ship leaving a dying Earth. They travel for 4 years on an old ship with little fuel in order to land on a distant planet (later known as Shine) which will become their new home. They must learn how to survive and live on this unfamiliar planet with the other refugee families. Shortly after they begin to settle and form a colony, they realize that nothing on the planet is edible and they wonder if they will be able to grow plants on the new planet. Each person was allowed to bring one book. <i>What book would you bring?</i> Pattie records her adventures and life changes in her <i>blank</i> little green book covered with gold-leaf tooling. To find out what life is like on this new planet and if they'll survive - you must read the book while using the eGuide. A blurb about the book author follows the synopsis.</div>
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The 3-page <i><b>Pre-Reading Activity</b></i> section contained four activities that will surely get your kiddo in the mood to read the book. A bulleted supply list is provided for the journal activity and the step-by-step directions are outlined with lowercase letters. Other activities such as drawing and discussion opportunities are listed. </div>
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The majority of the eGuide consists of the <b><i>Chapter</i></b> sections. Each chapter is numbered and contains activities for following categories: <i>Vocabulary, Questions, Think About the Story</i>, <i>Dig Deeper, and Optional Projects and Activities</i>. Each is clearly indicated in the eGuide. There's a wide variety of activities provided.</div>
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<li>Contextual <i>Vocabulary</i> activities are offered in addition to matching, word searches, identification, fill-in-the-bank activities, and multiple choice question formats. Dictionary skills are necessary. Students will write their own definitions for some terms before looking them up in a dictionary. </li>
<li>The <i>Question</i> section offers the student blank space to write their responses using complete sentences. Both literal and inferential types of questions were asked.</li>
<li>The <i>Think About the Story</i> section dives in deeper into the text and applying it to your life. This is also the section where you'll find literary techniques defined and practiced such as similes, foreshadowing, idioms, mood, metaphors, and so much more. She did a wonderful job identifying similes and choosing which sense evoked a picture in her mind. She analyzed the character's traits and feelings better when she was asked why she thought Pattie's father was sad when she didn't know what the words "cloud" or "daffodil" meant. </li>
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<li>The <i>Dig Deeper</i> section contains referenced Biblical verses for the student to read and write about. This section helps them formulate opinions and back them up with reasons. The author invites the child to relate and apply the verse to their life or to the story. For example, after Alyssa read 2 Thessalonians 3:10-13, she thought about and discussed what the Bible says about those who do not work and how Christians should respond. Furthermore, she shared the rules she would implement on planet, Shine, and explained her reasoning for them after reading Exodus 20:3-17. </li>
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An <b><i>Overview</i></b> section adds in more fun with crossword puzzles, Venn diagrams, mystery messages, and teaches her about other story element components like <i>Conflict</i> and <i>Theme</i>. This section asks the child to think deeply about and analyze the whole story. Moral lessons and character values are weaved throughout the story such as teamwork, trusting in God, courage, and friendship. Her favorite activity was figuring out the mystery message. </div>
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The 3-page <i><b>After-You-Read Projects</b></i> section is jam-packed with hands-on excitement. There are ten activities to choose from. You can do one or do all of the activities depending on your schedule. Bulleted supply lists and detailed directions are provided for specific projects. A few of the activities listed include growing a mini crystal garden, making dinner muffins, or learning how to spin thread. Check out all the hands-on activities found in the study guide! </div>
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A one-page list of <i style="font-weight: bold;">Additional Resources</i> is added to the eGuide for your convenience. Numerous books worth checking out are listed by title and the author is stated. Most of the books are organized by grade level ranges. They also include an educational link to the Progeny Press Pinterest board where you can find more possible projects and activities related to the book. </div>
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The eGuide includes a 6-page detailed <b><i>Answer Key</i></b> in a separate file. I appreciated the fact that the company separated the answers from the interactive guide so that students aren't tempted to check their responses before they are finished forming their own thoughts. The answer key is organized by chapters which are indicated in bold print. Each section is in italics. For example, you'll notice in the screenshot below the words <i>Vocabulary, Questions, Think About the Story</i>, and<i> Dig Deeper</i> are italicized. You can click on the screenshot to enlarge it. The font is smaller than the font as seen in the interactive eGuide. Mini-versions of the crossword puzzle and word search with the correct answers are found in the answer key. <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">How We Used <i>The Green Book</i> Study Guide</span></b><br />
I used <i>The Green Book</i> eGuide with my 10-year old daughter, Alyssa, who is going into 5th grade as her core summer Literature curriculum. We utilized the study 3-5 times per week for approximately an hour a day. Some days it took longer to complete the assigned pages. My daughter was going to her father's house this summer so in order to finish the book and study guide before she went she completed multiple pages a day. We also worked almost every day. <br />
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Your computer will need access to the Internet so that you can download the <a href="https://get.adobe.com/reader/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE Adobe Acrobat Reader program</a> which enables you to open, read, and interact with the file. The eGuide link was sent via e-mail. The process of accessing the study guide was very simple and easy. The eGuide was immediately downloaded so that I could check out the activities. I printed out single pages as Alyssa completed them on the computer. We wanted to have a printed copy of her work for her portfolio. This study can be utilized on a PC or MAC computer. We accessed the study on a MAC OS High Sierra 10.13.5 computer using Chrome as our preferred browser.<br />
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First, we skimmed the information about the study guide creator and novel author. We learned that Mrs. Gilleland is the co-owner AND associate publisher of Progeny Press. She also homeschooled her seven children. We also learned that The book author, Ms. Walsh, wrote over 30 young reader books in addition to books for adults.<br />
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Then, we read the four Pre-Reading Activities before beginning the book. My daughter glanced through our pioneer book collection searching for books related to the topic of traveling to a distant land. We talked about which book and personal item she would bring on the trip if she were in Pattie's shoes. These activities really helped get her prepared for what's to come in the story and ignited a sense of curiosity. All of the activities were fun and incorporated other subjects into the assignment such as Reading, Writing, and Art. What a great way to start before you begin reading!<br />
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Each day Alyssa would receive her chapter reading assignment from me. As the parent, you have a lot of flexibility with what you want to assign. After she completed the reading and corresponding activities for the day, we thoroughly discussed her work. She definitely strengthened her writing, dictionary, and typing skills. I used the answer key as a guide during our conversation. She was allowed to use the novel as a reference while working on questions. In the beginning we read aloud together, but she ended up reading most of the chapters silently. I wanted to foster more independence at this age. Since this was summer school, I also wanted to keep things light therefore no grades were given. Look closely and you can see her typed answers in the pages below. She was not able to circle her responses fo the <i>Imagery Senses</i> activity.<br />
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One of the activities my daughter enjoyed from the <i>After-You-Read</i> Projects section was making <i>Dinner Muffins</i>. They were delicious and she plans on making them again in the future. They had a hint of sweetness. The recipe reminded us of cornbread but they called it pan bread.<br />
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Another activity she adored from Chapter 2 listed as an <i>Optional Project</i> was the <i>Wind Water Bottle & Balloon Experiment</i>. This activity still fascinated my daughter even though we did it three years ago. </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Price</span></b><br />
You can purchase the E-Guide for $17.99 through the online Progeny Press store. <a href="http://stores.progenypress.com/green-book-the-book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Green Book</a>, which is the corresponding text, can be purchased for $6.99 from their online store. The study guide title is available in three different formats: CD Format, E-Study Guide, and Printed Workbook. The advantage of purchasing the downloadable digital format is that you can get started immediately. You can make copies for your classroom or homeschool.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Overall Experience</span></b><br />
The Green Book Literature E-Guide has definitely improved my daughter's level of comprehension. She was asking herself more thought-provoking questions about the story's plot enabling her to dive deeper into the themes.<br />
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She really appreciated the interactive feature of this eGuide. This was our first time using one a Progeny Press literature e-Guide with the interactive feature. She had a blast typing in answers rather than writing them on the lines. This feature was a huge motivator this summer. It's a lot easier to require complete sentences when your child can type them.<br />
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The study guide offered activities that could be done before, during, and after she read. The pre-reading activities sparked her curiosity about the book's themes and topic. Every once in awhile she would stop and I could see the wheels turning in her mind. The book's plot really encouraged her to use her imagination. Not to mention, she was constantly making connections to a show she was watching. Shout out to the author of the novel. My daughter absolutely LOVED this story. A parent or educator could easily have children write their own endings to the story as a way to integrate Writing. <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">What We Liked</span></b><br />
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<li>Interactive Feature - Perfect for Struggling Writers or Those Who Dislike Writing</li>
<li>Detailed Answer Keys are Provided</li>
<li>Applicable Themes and Message</li>
<li>Various Subjects Integrated Within the Study</li>
<li>Complete Study</li>
<li>Answers Can Be Written or Typed</li>
<li>High-Quality Literature Selection</li>
<li>Variety of Activities Included</li>
<li>Comparable Price to Other Study Guides on the Market</li>
<li>Christian Perspective</li>
<li>Make Multiple Copies and Reusable for Many Years</li>
<li>Immediate Availability</li>
<li>Contextual Vocabulary</li>
<li>Analytical and Inferential Comprehension Questions</li>
<li>Flexible Usage</li>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Possible Cons</span></b><br />
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<li>We had a few issues with answers deleting when she scrolled down and there were a few pages that did not print answers properly. The same answer would be listed for each question even though she typed different answers.</li>
<li>More typing space was needed for responses.</li>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Recommendations</span></b><br />
I <span style="background-color: lime;">highly</span> recommend this eGuide to Classical, Eclectic, and Christian educators utilizing a Literature-Rich approach. The study guide is complete for it purpose and is jam-packed with a variety of activities. It will help develop your child's analytical and critical thinking skills. This is great for students who dislike writing intensive curricula, because the interactive feature allows the user to type their answers directly on the pages. The eGuide also encourages the child to dig deeper into the Bible while making personal connections. This is a wonderful Christian-based study for your upper elementary student. About 3 years ago, we reviewed the <a href="http://totplay.blogspot.com/2015/10/tos-review-progeny-press-miss-rumphius.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Miss Rumphius E-Guide</a> if you want to check out that review.<br />
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A Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-42009967975397652442018-06-23T16:31:00.005-05:002018-06-23T16:31:56.102-05:00The Green Book My daughter is finishing up a new science fiction book titled, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Green-Book-Jill-Paton-Walsh-ebook/dp/B005OQHYFY/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1529782150&sr=8-7&keywords=the+green+book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Green Book</a> written by Jill Paton Walsh. This short 84-page book is suitable for upper elementary grade level students in 3rd-5th grade.<br />
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The story is about a family boarding <i>THE</i> LAST ship leaving a dying Earth. They travel for four years on an old ship with little fuel in order to land on a distant planet which will become their new home. They must learn how to survive and live on this unfamiliar planet with the other refugee families. Shortly after they begin to settle and form a colony, they realize that nothing on the planet is edible and they wonder if they will be able to grow plants on the new planet. To find out what life is like on this new planet and if they'll survive - you must read the book.<br />
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We made a connection while reading the book. The parts of the story reminded us of the Netflix show <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80104198" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lost in Space</a>. So if your children are fans of this popular show, then you may want to consider having them read this book over the summer.<br />
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<br />A Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-26285709546677791372018-06-16T21:33:00.004-05:002018-06-16T21:33:47.138-05:00Flubber: A Summer Bucket List Activity Alyssa made <a href="https://sciencebob.com/make-some-starch-slime-today/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Flubber</a> in a Mason Jar on Friday. It was a pretty light blue color. Sta-Flo liquid starch contains sodium tetraborate which acts like boric acid and baking soda making it into a slime that is squishy and stretchy. Kids just love making homemade flubber or slime! Be sure to add this activity to your family's summer bucket list. Click on the word Flubber above to find a recipe to try.<br />
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A Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-84839048734292056392018-06-09T19:56:00.003-05:002018-06-09T19:56:24.583-05:00Eastern European Firebird Art ProjectToday I am sharing my daughter's art project from this week. She used colored pencils, markers, and oil pastels to create her masterpiece, the Eastern European Firebird. She's thinking about creating a new one using just oil or chalk pastels next time in hopes to make the feathers glow and stand out more. She listened to and read the folktale about the Eastern European Firebird's glowing feathers that light the way through darkness before working on the project. The Firebird is a popular folktale in Ukraine and Russia. <br />
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We requested <a href="https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/penmanship/new-american-cursive-2-famous-americans-secular/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New American Cursive 2 (Famous Americans)</a> from <a href="https://www.memoriapress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Memoria Press</a> to review this year after completing Workbook 1 years ago. I wanted to build on what my daughter was taught in the first book. Furthermore, I believe that children should learn cursive. Research states that children who are fluid writers and have learned handwriting tend to do better in Reading, Spelling, and Grammar. They also have improved written communication skills, fine motor skills, and memory skills.<br />
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The <a href="https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/penmanship/new-american-cursive/#tab-description" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New American Cursive</a> series is an innovative penmanship program that eliminates 26 unnecessary strokes as seen in other traditional cursive approaches. This simplified letter formation method with fewer strokes was developed by Iris Hatfield, an experienced handwriting specialist with over 35 years of experience. <br />
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We received a physical copy of the 145-page <b>consumable</b> penmanship workbook in the mail. This is NOT a reproducible book; it is meant to be completed by one student. The pages are printed in black and white with an easy-to-read font. This secular spiral-bound book is intended to be used with elementary-aged children in 1st-4th grade. The landscape binding at the top makes it easier for students to write especially if they are left-handed. <br />
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A <b><i>Reference Chart</i></b> showing the alphabet (uppercase and lowercase) and numerals written using New American Cursive is printed on the back of the front cover. The workbook begins with an <b><i>I</i></b><i><b>ntroduction</b></i> which discusses the importance of children learning handwriting. It also mentions the benefits of teaching penmanship at an early age. Children gain a sense of accomplishment and learn self-discipline when learning to write fluidly in cursive.<br />
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The <i><b>Table of Contents</b></i> lists the titles for the lessons and indicates the page numbers. The book consists of 125 instructional lessons. There's usually only one or two lessons per page to complete. The lessons are categorized as follows: Instructional, Practice, Fun Exercises, Journaling, and Artwork. The 8-page <b><i>Teaching Guide</i></b> that is included in the book discusses the 3 P's of Penmanship: Posture, Pencil, and Paper Position. It also mentions that the focus should be on the 3 S's of Penmanship after students have mastered letter formation. The 3 S's are Size, Spacing, and Slant. Furthermore, the book discusses the purpose for each type of exercise. For example, <i><b>Instructional</b></i> pages are meant to review and reinforce letter formation and learning. Alyssa traced and wrote letters as she compared her formations. The <b><i>Quotations</i></b> were selected in order to develop character and penmanship. The <i><b>Art and Fun Exercises</b></i> were chosen to develop the child's imagination and fine motor skills. The short words utilized on the <b><i>Practice Pages</i></b> were designed so that children could focus on writing neatly and legible. Students are taught how to evaluate their own writing. The book not only presents handwriting practice pages, but it contains creative writing and journal prompts. The <i><b>Journal</b></i> pages were created as special "free writing" assignments to increase the child's imagination, develop better penmanship skills, and develop a love for creative writing habits. The guide also lists additional ways to teach children writing, offers assessment ideas, lists teaching tips, and shares information about their Penmanship Contest. <br />
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The author provides the teacher with a reproducible <b><i>Handwriting Evaluation Checklist</i></b> on page 132 to check the student's progress throughout the year periodically. She also encourages children to listen to classical music while working on practice pages. It is highly recommended that students work on a lesson for 15-20 minutes on a daily basis.<br />
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There's a <b><i>alphabet chart</i></b> on the back cover that utilizes arrows are to show the directional steps for writing lowercase letters, uppercase letters, and numbers. Reproducible practice pages with line heights of 18, 24, 30, 36, and 42 are found at the back of the book. The author also provides the user with reproducible journal pages for extra practice.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">How We Used New American Cursive</span></b><br />
<a href="https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/penmanship/new-american-cursive-2-famous-americans-secular/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New American Cursive 2 (Famous Americans)</a> was utilized 3-5 times per week for approximately 15-30 minutes each day by my 10-year-old daughter, Alyssa, who is about to complete her 4th grade year. She has a lot of experience with different cursive writing programs over the years. We worked through the workbook in sequential order. She completed 2-5 pages per day. Younger children with some cursive writing experience could easily complete one page a day.<br />
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The book begins with a review of letter and number formations, the pencil holding or grip position, types of letter connections, proper paper placement, posture, slants, neatness, and spacing. She reviewed the three main letter connections: Grins, jumps, and smiles. She even had the chance to read a letter written in cursive. The book also covers different writing styles and provides the child with practice pages. The lines gradually decrease in size as her writing skills develop over time. </div>
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<b><i><br />Test Pages</i></b> and <i><b>Dictations</b></i> were also included in the book. In the first photo, Alyssa was writing all the uppercase and lowercase letters on her Test Page. She also wrote a quote from her Holes book that I dictated to her on her Dictation page. </div>
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Two letters at a time are taught on the <b><i>Instructiona</i></b><i><b>l</b></i> and <i><b>Practice Pages</b></i>. As you can see in the photo below, Mr. Meerkat used direction arrows and starting dots to show her the correct letter formations in the top-right corner. Then, she traced and wrote each letter about 6-8 times. Next, my daughter practiced letter connections within a word and wrote the word several times each. Lastly, she would indicate her best cursive letter and word by circling it. The icon at the bottom of the page shows her the correct pencil position. The Practice Page gave Alyssa the chance to write words that begin with the letters Q and R while practicing letter connections. The student is frequently reminded to use correct form, spacing, posture, and pencil positioning. </div>
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<br />The quotations added to the book are famous words from a variety of well-known Americans such as Abraham Lincoln, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, John Wooden, Theodore Roosevelt, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. There weren't as many quotations as I had expected. The <b><i>Quotation</i></b> exercises were my favorite part of the program. Several different activities were presented such as writing the quote several times in a row, drawing a related illustration, and even explaining the meaning of the quote in your own words. This gives the child time to really think about the quote they are writing. The photo below is an example of a Benjamin Franklin quote Alyssa wrote twice, "<i>Do good to your friends to keep them, to your enemies to win them</i>." She drew a picture of a friend helping another person. She also evaluated her own work by placing a checkmark next to the neatest quote. Then, on the next page, she was asked to describe and write how she could be kind on smaller size 18 lines. </div>
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Alyssa read an excellent biography about Benjamin Franklin this year so she was happy to learn several new quotes by him mentioned in the book. She has plenty of drawing space. The quote shared was "A place for everything, everything in its place." My daughter had the task of drawing things she liked to organize. As you can see she listed Shopkins, tea bags, and Hatchimals. </div>
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Alyssa explained the meaning of the quote, You cannot win if you do not begin." She wrote her response in cursive. Notice that the placement guidelines have disappeared and the line size is much smaller. </div>
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My daughter wrote about a pet cat we used to own named Gypsy on one of the <b><i>Fun Pages</i></b>. Plenty of drawing space was given for a matching illustration. The <b><i>Fun Pages</i></b> and <b><i>Journal Pages</i></b> provided variety in her routine so she didn't get bored with lessons. </div>
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My daughter truly enjoyed the <i><b>Journal</b></i> writing assignments in the book. The prompts were simple and short. Alyssa wrote about several things she was thankful and focused on evenly spacing out the words. This prompt did not provide her with white space for an illustration. </div>
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The book consists of three evaluations. She completed Evaluation One found in Lesson 12 shortly after we received the book. It asked her to "Write a page about why handwriting is important and what you would like to improve about your handwriting. Use your best cursive handwriting. Sign and put a date at the end." An evaluation grade can be given if desired. </div>
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My daughter will complete Lesson 85 (Evaluation Two) which is found on page 93 this week. She'll be writing on size 18 lines. The lesson states that she must "Write a page about your favorite subjects in school. Use your best cursive writing. Sign your name and put the date at the end. Check Evaluation One to see how much your handwriting has improved." I can't wait to see the progress she's made in such a short amount of time. I can already tell that Alyssa is writing neater and not rushing through her work.<br />
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Alyssa was excited about using the New American Cursive workbook series again. We both still prefer this book's cursive writing approach. She'll continue to utilize the book next year and in her free time. Her cursive writing has definitely improved, her speed has increased, and she is also writing letters and words with more accuracy. Beautifully, legibly written letters, words, quotations, and passages are weaved throughout the pages of this workbook. The process seems easier and smoother since she's gained experience over the years writing in cursive. She's definitely a more confident writer.<br />
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My daughter can read cursive writing with more accuracy as well. She can't wait to write letters in cursive to family members over the summer with hopes that they'll respond back in cursive. It is an exceptional penmanship program emphasizing an easy-to-follow, gentle approach to writing!<br />
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<i>I like how you can illustrate your writing. They also reviewed and reminded me about smiles, grins, and jumps. The book slowly works its way from letters to paragraphs. The lines also get smaller. Mr. Meerkat is a cool mascot! It has test pages and other ways for me to grade myself that teach me to be honest with myself about my work. My favorite part of the program is that it lets me test myself and teaches me different types of cursive. The creative writing prompts were fun! </i><br />
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The <a href="https://www.criticalthinking.com/critical-thinking-detective-vocabulary-book-1.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Critical Thinking Detective: Vocabulary</a> resource is a 38-page paperback book written by Diane Hartsig. It is geared towards children in 5th-12th grade. Adults wanting to improve their critical thinking and vocabulary skills can also use this award-winning book. The colorful pages immediately appeal to the eye. It also contains a generous reproducible license which means you can reproduce each page for use within one home or one classroom.<br />
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The book consists of 12 mystery detective cases that span across a two-page spread. A variety of mysteries were presented in the book. Each vocabulary word is relevant and key to solving the mystery detective cases. All of the cases utilize the same format making it easier for children to solve the case. The sentences in each case are numbered in a smaller font size. The font type and size were readable and pleasing to the eye. A limited number of necessary images or illustrations are scattered throughout the book. The images were usually of the employee witnesses or suspects who were all of the same gender.<br />
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Alyssa needed to identify the meaning of 18-25 unfamiliar vocabulary words featured in each case. Words such as peremptory, unencumbered, and abrogate were introduced in the 10th case. Other cases included the following words: Chastisement, callowness, fecundity, decrement, harangue, and inveterate. You can see additional words taught during the 10th case in the the word bank image below. <br />
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A fill-in-the-blank vocabulary activity follows the mystery. This is an excellent opportunity for students to learn how to utilize the vocabulary words featured in the crime cases in a different context. Children can look at the words in the helpful word bank to identify words that complete the sentence correctly. The vocabulary words must make sense in the context of the sentence. Words can only be used once and you won't use all of the words.<br />
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<br />A short bio blurb about the author is included at the beginning of the book. Mrs. Hartsig is passionate about children's acquisition and language usage. She wrote Vocabulary Riddles and A-Z Catastrophes (Books 1 and 2). The Critical Thinking Detective: Vocabulary book also begins with a one-page <i><b>About This Book</b></i> and <b><i>How to Solve These Mysteries</i></b> introduction.<br />
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The answer keys are found at the back of the book on pages 26-37. The answer key reveals images of the suspects in question. The guilty individual is circled in red. They thoroughly explained the reasoning for why suspects were exonerated or implicated. The statements that proved or disproved guilt were indicated by the <i>numbered sentences</i> so that you can refer back to or locate the clues from the case in order to understand the outcome better. Furthermore, the company provided the user with a chart showing the appropriate vocabulary word synonym meanings within the context of the case. This is extremely helpful and enables you to make sure your student is using the correct definition of the vocabulary word. The fill-in-the-blank answers are listed by question number. <br />
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The book is complete for its purposes, but it is not a full curriculum. It helps develop reading comprehension skills, vocabulary, observational skills, problem-solving, deductive an inductive reasoning, decision-making, dictionary, critical thinking, grammar, logical, and analytical thinking skills. By addressing these skills, Alyssa's writing skills will also improve and grow stronger.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>How We Used Critical Thinking: Vocabulary </b></span><br />
I used <a href="https://www.criticalthinking.com/critical-thinking-detective-vocabulary-book-1.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Critical Thinking Detective: Vocabulary</a> book with my 10-year-old daughter, Alyssa, who will finish 4th grade this week. She works above her grade level. It was utilized as a Critical Thinking and Vocabulary supplement to her core Language Arts curriculum.<br />
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We progressed through the contents in sequential order beginning with Mystery 1. We wanted to attempt 1-3 mysteries a week, but we ended up spending approximately an hour and 15 minutes diligently working on the case. I adjusted how often we utilized the book based on the amount of time we spent working one mystery. We ended up completing 1-2 mysteries each week during the review period. Occasionally we would split the case work up over two days focusing on the mystery on Day 1 and complete the fill-in-the-blank page on Day 2.<br />
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Each case was based on 2-3 parameters that would help identify the culprit. We worked closely together for the first four mysteries. I gradually released control once she was familiar with the process of solving cases. Minimal help was given to mysteries after this guided practice.<br />
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She carefully reread the case pausing to look up unknown vocabulary words. I knew that my daughter would know some words, but that there would be a large number of words that she was not familiar with which means she'll expand her vocabulary knowledge. My daughter used a college dictionary, The New Webster's Dictionary and Thesaurus of the English Language, to search for meanings while I searched for the definitions using an online dictionary. We chose this dictionary rather than an intermediate one, because we believed we'd have more luck finding the definitions of the more challenging and advanced words in it. Knowing the selected vocabulary words will most likely help improve SAT test scores in the future since the words were taken from the SAT's most difficult word list and from the top searched words of the Merriam Webster online dictionary. <div style="text-align: center;">
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<br />Alyssa reread the passage one last time and replaced the vocabulary words with the synonym meanings. After researching the word meanings, analyzing the hidden clues, synthesizing evidence, and evaluating the information Alyssa finally solved the case and chose the correct suspect. There were times when she needed to use the process of elimination to narrow down the list of suspects. After sharing her opinion, we discussed her reasoning behind her choice. <br />
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<a href="https://www.criticalthinking.com/critical-thinking-detective-vocabulary-book-1.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Critical Thinking Detective: Vocabulary</a> book is a fun and unique approach to expand your student's vocabulary knowledge. We both thoroughly enjoyed using this method to learn new vocabulary words. There were words that even I didn't know, but this simple method helped us remember the vocabulary meanings. <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">What We Liked</span></b><br />
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<li>Variety of Interesting Mysteries</li>
<li>Challenging Detective Cases</li>
<li>Simple Directions</li>
<li>Decent Number of New Vocabulary Words Introduced</li>
<li>Detective Mystery Case Format</li>
<li>Developed Critical Thinking and Other Important Life Skills</li>
<li>Integrates Reading, Vocabulary, and Critical Thinking</li>
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<li>Provide a Blank Note-Taking Page for Vocabulary Definitions Adjacent to the Case </li>
<li>Fill-in-the-Blank Word Bank Words Should Match the Word to be Written on Lines </li>
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<b><u><i>Alyssa's Thoughts</i></u></b><br />
<i>This was my favorite activity of the day! I loved that it challenged me with unfamiliar words. I really didn't know many of the vocabulary words that they used in the mysteries, but at the end of the case I knew a handful of new words that will help improve my writing later. Solving mysteries is fun! I felt like a real detective as I looked up words in my dictionary and tried to figure out the meaning of the statements. I'm glad that the fill-in-the-blank page included a word bank. I wish the words in the word bank matched exactly with the words that go on the blank lines. Some of the words added suffixes to the end which confused me at first. </i><br />
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I can't wait for more books to be added to the series. I intend on using these books with my daughter during the holiday and summer breaks. It is an excellent way to develop critical thinking skills, expand her vocabulary, and empower her mind. My daughter's vocabulary skill set expanded with each case. I am impressed with the words introduced in the book. The words are challenging enough for young children at the lower end of the age range. The mystery case format engages and captivates the attention of the learner.<br />
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<br />A Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-14373956475676481272018-05-24T03:50:00.001-05:002018-05-24T03:52:58.977-05:00Homeschool Review Crew: Home School Navigator Reading and Language Arts Curriculum<div style="text-align: center;">
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For the last six weeks, the review product that we've been using in our home is the Home School Navigator Reading and Language Arts Curriculum and their <a href="https://www.homeschoolnavigator.com/interactive-notebooks/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interactive Notebooks</a> from <a href="https://www.homeschoolnavigator.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Home School Navigator</a>. Beth Strock and Ashley Lenhart are the curriculum authors. This innovative curriculum is suitable for elementary-aged children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. My daughter looks forward to using this comprehensive and complete curriculum every day!<br />
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I received a <b>one-year online subscription</b> for a <b>single student</b> with access to the accompanying PDF-formatted printables. In the beginning, we had access to ALL six of the color-coded levels for approximately 4 weeks. This enabled me to consider which level best fit Alyssa's needs. I love that they used a rainbow-color approach rather than a grade-based program. I was drooling as I glanced through each level; there's a myriad of helpful resources. I WISH a single membership gave access to all levels for a year so that I could differentiate the learning process even more for my daughter. I asked my daughter to watch several of the Blue and Green instructional videos covering reading strategies, listen to read aloud videos, and check out the writing prompts.<br />
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After spending about a month looking over the levels, the time came when we needed to "lock in" a specific level. We chose <b>Indigo</b> as her level, because she is a strong reader and can handle reading longer chapter books. This level included access to FOUR <a href="https://www.homeschoolnavigator.com/interactive-notebooks/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interactive Notebooks</a>. It also offered her the chance to critique ideas and write longer, more organized paragraphs. The Indigo level is geared towards 5th grade students. We are at the end of Alyssa's 4th grade year so this level was our best choice especially if we want to continue using it over the summer or next year. There were many reading comprehension strategies and skills from this particular level that I wanted to address such as point of view, cause/effect, symbolism, plot, flashback, foreshadowing, summarizing, questioning the text, making inferences, and identifying themes.<br />
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The curriculum integrates the following subjects into one program:<br />
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This means that your homeschool day is <i>more simplified</i>. You don't have to use every component or activity listed in the lesson plans.You have the option of picking and choosing what you use and how you use it. The lesson plans are just a guide for you. All the necessary printouts or graphic organizers are available in each of the corresponding sections. Minimal prep time is required. The best part is that you don't have to plan the lessons; it's already done for you. The website is user-friendly allowing a child once familiar with the set-up to independently follow the lesson plans. <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>How We Used Home School Navigator</b></span><br />
I used Home School Navigator as our core Language Arts curriculum with my 10-year-old daughter who is currently in 4th grade. I needed a more challenging literature program that fostered independence, critical thinking, and analytical skills. I was also looking for one that exposed the child to a variety of genres, writing styles, and comprehension strategies. We spent 1-2 hours on a <b><i>daily</i></b> basis completing MOST of the activities from the lesson guide. We hardly ever practiced the typing skills.<br />
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I accessed the curricula components on my MAC OS High Sierra Version 10.13.4. Chrome was my preferred browser. Adobe Reader was needed to open and read the PDF files. You may need Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or similar programs <b><i>IF</i></b> you choose to work on computer skills. You can easily eliminate these activities if you desire.<br />
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Logging in with our password was an <i>easy</i> process. My dashboard opened once I logged in. Then, I clicked "Go To Levels" where I double clicked the Indigo level. I clicked on Month 1 Week 1 (1.1) to find the weekly guide. I clicked on 1.1.1 which stands for Month 1 Week 1 Day 1 to see all the subjects listed. When you click on the arrow pointing down, you'll see one subject's assignment open up. You can only view one subject at a time making it easy for children to follow the plan without extra distractions. The first thing we did was watch the Parent and Student Introductory videos which gave an overview of how the program worked. It also built up our excitement level. The video is not specific to one color level. <br />
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We organized her materials in a 1 1/2" Indigo binder. The weekly lesson plans were printed and stored in front of the binder tabs. You can print the monthly handouts or click on each individual week to access and print the files. I printed on a weekly basis. The scope and sequence and monthly booklist was also printed before beginning lessons.<br />
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Materials were three-hole punched and placed behind one of the divider tabs in sequential order based on the lessons. The tabs were labeled <i>Read Aloud Comprehension Strategies</i>, <i>Writing & Grammar</i>, <i>Vocabulary</i>, <i>Independent Reading and Book Studies</i>, and Poetry. We also pulled out two composition notebooks from our school supplies closet. The blue one was used for the Interactive Notebooks and the green one was her Writing notebook.<br />
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The lesson begins with a <b><i>Read Aloud Book and Comprehension Strategy Mini-Lesson</i></b>. Alyssa and I wanted to spend more time reading together so we took advantage of this feature. Independent reading was also encouraged. A new genre and reading strategy were introduced each month. During the first two months we focused on fairy tales and completed an author study centered around Eve Bunting. Alyssa was able to focus on comprehending the text's meaning while I read aloud. Several book titles are read multiple times during the week. She independently read the book or listened to the read aloud video when a book was re-read a second or third time. The lesson plans included 5-8 read aloud picture books each month. A monthly booklist was provided. The authors are currently updating the program to include video read alouds in case your library doesn't carry the books. The curriculum designers chose high-quality literature selections.<br />
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A variety of literature comprehension strategies are then addressed using the picture books. I really appreciate that the literature read alouds tie-in with the comprehension strategy lessons. The author will usually include a video to introduce each new skill. One of the Home School Navigator instructors will demonstrate the concept in the video using a graphic organizer. After watching the instructional video below, Alyssa wrote questions about the book on post-it notes and placed them on the pages of the book titled, <i>The Water Dragon</i>. This really helped her focus on the meaning of the text. She also learned about Types of Conflict. I found a Types of Conflict poster on a different website with examples and definitions to review with her. I also printed decision-making tree handout to help her decide which types of conflict existed in the book titled, <i>A Day's Work</i>. Furthermore, she learned about Point of View. She read a handful of fairy tales and added the titles to her chart indicating whether the book was told in first person, limited third person, or omniscient third person. These are just a few examples of the many strategies covered. <br />
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<b><i>Writing and Grammar</i></b> are next on the list. A new writing style was introduced each month. Alyssa <b>wrote a Fractured Fairy Tale</b> and is now working on a <b>Research paper</b> about <b>The Lost City of Atlantis</b>. She took her fractured fairy tale through the writing process step beginning with a Brainstorming Bubble organizer. Then, she worked on Sequencing the Plot of her story using a Sequence Chart. Next, she wrote her rough draft. First, she revised and edited her own fairy tale using the Visual Checklist. Then, we edited her paper together using the detailed Writing Checklist. The authors also include writing checklists, rubrics, and writing tips to help the parent grade and give constructive feedback. She wrote in her notebook for 20-30 minutes. We set a timer to help with time management skills. <br />
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She's learning how to paraphrase when taking notes on notecards. She also learned how to find high quality, unbiased resources for her paper. Alyssa watched any related, assigned videos when indicated. The activity was modeled in the video so that students can be more successful and see an example of what is expected.<br />
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<b><i>Grammar</i></b> terminology is summarized on the occasionally assigned worksheet. She reviewed descriptive verbs, verb tenses, subjects/predicates, fragment sentences, adverbs, and so forth. She still needs to cut apart the sentences in the bottom photo and sort them into two categories: Fragments and Complete Sentences.<br />
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The <b><i>Vocabulary Word Study</i></b> section emphasized Latin and Greek roots. One new root was learned each week. She understood the meaning of more advanced words by learning the word parts. The same activities were completed each week. On the first day, Alyssa studied the word list. Then, she cut out the words and definitions, placed them in alphabetical order, and glued them down on paper. On the second day, she wrote the words in complete sentences. On the third and fourth day, she played review games such as Vocab-O, Roll 'Em Vocabulary, and a Dog Themed Board Game. She enjoyed playing all of the games! On the fifth day she aced a Vocabulary Quiz. She corrected the quiz with the answer keys.<br />
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After three weeks worth of vocabulary studies, a review lesson was built into the program. The 3-week review lesson assigned a word list sort for ALL the previously learned words and Alyssa played several review games before completing the review quiz. Teaching vocabulary in the context of a sentence will benefit the learner's understanding of the word.<br />
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I absolutely LOVE that <b>Poetry Extensions</b> were integrated into the lessons. The title and poet was referenced on the lessons plans, but <u><b>poetry printables are NOT included due to copyright laws</b></u>. The first lesson plans of the week will have a focus lesson on Poetry. First, I search the Internet for a copy of a printable to use. If I can't find a printable copy of the poem, then I copy and paste the words or type the poem into MS Word. Alyssa identified the rhyme scheme for each stanza and occasionally for the entire poem. She also highlighted rhyming word pairs using erasable colored pencils. My daughter searched for examples of similes in <i>The Squirrel</i> and <i>Pumpkin Picking</i> poems. We discussed how the title <i>Pumpkin Picking</i> utilized an alliteration. She identified examples of personification in the poem titled, <i>Until I Saw the Sea</i>. Additionally, we analyzed the mood and use of emphasized short words found in the poem, <i>Crickets</i>. If the poem printable didn't include an image, then I asked my daughter to visualize the poem as I read it out loud. Then, she needed to draw an illustration to match what her mind's eye saw.<br />
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I love that Alyssa is learning how to use<b> Technological Applications</b> like MS Office. She typed her fractured fairy tale which was one of her Writing assignments into MS Word. Basic keyboarding skills will improve the more she types. These technological skills are important for children to learn for the future. We photographed her writing sample to upload into her <b>Portfolio</b>. What? The curriculum has a Portfolio Feature! Yep . . . you heard me right.<br />
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<b>Portfolio Feature</b><br />
This is one feature I absolutely LOVE. I am extremely behind in uploading Alyssa's work which is why my dashboard currently states that we haven't made much progress through her level even though we are currently working through Month 2 Week 2 of the Indigo level. For now everything is stored in her binder. They recently updated this feature making it easier to upload work without waiting. I love that this company is constantly making changes that benefit their users. If you don't want to use the portfolio system, then you have the option of just checking off the lesson as completed.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Interactive Notebook Studies</span></b><br />
I would like to discuss the <a href="https://www.homeschoolnavigator.com/interactive-notebooks/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interactive Notebooks</a> offered through Home School Navigator. The Interactive Notebooks can be found in the Green, Blue, and Indigo levels. These levels are recommended for students in 3rd-5th grade. You WILL need to purchase the chapter books or borrow them from the library. Interactive Notebooks are a hands-on activity similar to the lapbook method. However, the cut out shapes are folded and glued into a composition notebook rather than a file folder. Then, the child writes their response underneath the flaps. We glued the instructions at the back of her notebook for future reference. Alyssa also cut out the book title and glued it on the first page of her notebook. <br />
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The four chapter books and month-long Interactive Notebooks included in the <b>Indigo</b> level are: <i><b>Holes, A Single Shard, Number the Stars, and Tuck Everlasting</b>. </i>These are all classic high-quality literature selections. Parents may want to preview the books prior to assigning the chapter readings and interactive notebook elements so that they can assess the appropriateness of the content for their children. We noticed a few references to slang words, violent scenes, swearing, and kissing in the <i>Holes</i> book. These books are suitable for mature readers.<br />
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You can also purchase these and other Interactive Notebooks separately in their store for $8 each. This would be a great activity to do over the summer to keep readings skills sharp or you could gather friends together and create a children's book club using the Interactive Notebooks. They could discuss the elements as a group and the home educator can be the facilitator.<br />
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We were anxious to begin the <a href="https://www.homeschoolnavigator.com/interactive-notebooks/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interactive Notebook</a> studies so Alyssa and I jumped ahead to <b>Month 2</b> of the <b>Indigo</b> level to find the 22-page Interactive Notebook study, <i style="font-weight: bold;">Holes. </i>The book was written by Louis Sachar and consists of 50 chapters. The books in the Indigo level are longer and more complex than those in the Blue and Green levels. She read the chapter books independently. I noticed that all of the Interactive Notebooks were available on the even months (2, 4, 6, and 8). We followed the regular weekly lesson plans for our level, except for the Independent Reading section. We replaced the Independent Reading assignments with the <i>Holes</i> Interactive Notebook study. Alyssa read 1-8 chapters each day and wrote two reader responses journal entries in her composition notebook. She chose a topic to write about off the list provided. Sometimes she would write two paragraphs about one topic or two paragraphs about two different topics. The choice and responsibility fell on her shoulders making her more accountable and offering her choices. More chapters were assigned to read in the Indigo level, but the work load was manageable.<br />
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Then, she completed the corresponding Interactive Notebook elements which were glued in her blue composition notebook. The Interactive Notebooks defined literary devices and those definitions were also added to the journal. Many times we would discuss her responses immediately after completing them instead of waiting until the next day to discuss them as scheduled. The lesson plan allows for schedule flexibility and things can easily be moved around. I wanted Alyssa's ideas to be fresh during our discussions. She would independently read books on discussion days. We also kept a Reading Book List to jot down each picture or chapter book title she read during that time. She read for 30 minutes during Independent Reading Time. The time was adjusted for days when more reading time was needed for the Interactive Notebook reading assignments.<br />
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The Interactive Notebook study approach definitely sparked interesting, more meaningful, in-depth conversations. My daughter seemed to really question and analyze the text more often.<br />
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<b><u>Interactive Notebook Elements Addressed in Holes:</u></b><br />
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<li>Learning About Palindromes</li>
<li>Translating Pig Latin</li>
<li>Defining Vocabulary Terms and Utilizing a Dictionary</li>
<li>Solving Math Problems</li>
<li>Formulating Opinions and Beliefs with Supportive Reasons </li>
<li>Listing Descriptive Language</li>
<li>Identifying Flashback and Supporting Opinions with Examples</li>
<li>Recognizing Character Traits and Showing Examples</li>
<li>Making Inferences Using Contextual Clues</li>
<li>Figuring Out the Purpose of Foreshadowing and Finding Examples</li>
<li>Making Predictions</li>
<li>Comparing Character Changes Using a T-Chart</li>
<li>Listing and Describing Examples of Character Traits</li>
<li>Responding to Analytical Comprehension Questions</li>
<li>Indicating Examples of Personification</li>
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The <i>Holes</i> Interactive Notebook study also concluded with a final <b>Jackdaw Project and Rubric</b>. Students are given instructions and the rubric clearly states the expectations making grading easier if you choose to give a grade. She created two Playdoh trees, a shovel, and black holes in the dirt on the lid to represent the setting. Inside the box, she added several items from around the house and construction paper made items to represent characters, climax, theme, problem, and solution. This project develops higher-order thinking skills especially when the she had to explain her reasoning for adding each item. </div>
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We also glanced at a <b>Blue</b> level Interactive Notebook study. I wanted to work on two Interactive Notebooks during the review period. However, I wanted to view the differences between the interactive notebook studies for the two highest levels. I chose a book we already owned. I jumped ahead to <b>Month 8</b> so that we could read <b style="font-style: italic;">Shiloh</b> which was written by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. The Interactive Notebook consists of 17 pages. It was a book that was on Alyssa's summer reading list so we moved it up a couple months. This was a much shorter chapter book than Holes. <i>Shiloh</i> consists of only 15 chapters and is found in the <u>BLUE level not the Indigo level</u>.<br />
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I viewed the lessons so that I could see if there were any differences in the approach. Basically, the same format was utilized. Reading chapters alternated with discussion days on odd-numbered weeks. Fewer chapters were assigned to read. She read only two chapters each session on the odd-numbered weeks. Two reader response entries were added to Alyssa's composition notebook. These were also completed on Day 5 of odd-numbered weeks. On even-numbered weeks Alyssa read 3-4 chapters from the book, but more time was scheduled to work on the interactive notebook elements. Day 3 was the discussion day. Days 4 and 5 were make-up days. There's a lot more flexibility with the schedule for younger readers. We just started <i>Shiloh</i> and have only read through the first 7 chapters. I also noticed that fewer vocabulary words were introduced in this book.<br />
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First, my daughter cut out all the assigned pieces and placed them in order. The notebook elements spanned across 2-3 pages. She glued them all in her composition notebook. She pre-read the "lapbook" pieces before reading the chapters. Then, she looked up and defined all vocabulary words prior to reading. She said it helped her understand the story better when she knew the vocabulary word meanings ahead of time. Finally, read the chapters and wrote her responses under the flaps or in the designated area.<br />
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<b><u>Interactive Notebook Elements Addressed in Shiloh:</u></b><br />
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<li>Comparing and Contrasting Using Venn Diagrams and T-Charts</li>
<li>Analyzing the Four Types of Conflict</li>
<li>Writing and Discussing Predictions</li>
<li>Making Inferences Based on Contextual Clues</li>
<li>Finding Evidence of Foreshadowing </li>
<li>Formulating Opinions and Beliefs While Supporting Your Reasons</li>
<li>Distinguishing Between Types of Characters: Protagonist and Antagonist</li>
<li>Describing and Providing Evidence of Character Traits</li>
<li>Visualizing and Sketching Settings</li>
<li>Indicating Voice or Point of View</li>
<li>Making Connections</li>
<li>Defining Vocabulary Words and Utilizing a Dictionary </li>
<li>Identifying Similes</li>
<li>Noting the Climax or Turning Point </li>
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<b><i>Alyssa's Thoughts About Interactive Notebooks</i></b></div>
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<i>I love the Interactive Notebooks from Home School Navigator way more than regular comprehension questions and vocabulary activities! Learning Pig Latin was my favorite activity in the <b>Holes</b> Interactive Notebook. I can give my own opinions or interpretations. It's better than a question being completely right or wrong. I have the chance to explain why I feel the way I do. The cut-n-paste lapbook responses are more fun than writing answers to boring questions. The activities weren't too easy or difficult. They challenged me at the right level. It wasn't too much work for me. It was only 2-3 pages in my notebook. I also didn't have to look up a LONG list of vocabulary words. There were only a few. I looked forward to working on my Interactive Notebook each day it was assigned. The only thing I didn't like was when my interactive notebook pieces bent in the notebook when closing it. I wish it was longer too. </i></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Recommendations</span></b><br />
I <span style="background-color: yellow;">HIGHLY</span> recommend this curriculum to ALL homeschool families and private schools. Families who enjoy a literature-rich program will appreciate this curriculum. If you have a child who loves to read and write this curriculum will help them flourish. If you want your child to become a stronger reader and writer, then I suggest trying Home School Navigator. Secular homeschool families may also find this program appealing. We will definitely utilize this program in the summer and next year. Visit their <a href="https://www.homeschoolnavigator.com/faq/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FAQ page</a> to view the Scope and Sequence for all levels and to learn more about the curriculum.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Results</span></b><br />
My daughter's confidence has soared with this curriculum. She feels like she's accomplished more in one day and that her voice is being heard. I've noticed her openly sharing her opinions and thoughts about books more frequently since we started using Home School Navigator. Alyssa has been more encouraged and passionate about independently reading books in her free time. After watching a few read aloud videos from the other colored levels, she made a list of books she wants to borrow from the library. We are quickly checking them off the list as she devours them. She is definitely retaining and comprehending the information from the books better.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">What We Liked</span></b><br />
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<li>Hands-On, Fun Interactive Notebook Studies</li>
<li>Familiar Routine</li>
<li>User-Friendly Website</li>
<li>High-Quality Literature Selections</li>
<li>Conglomeration of Comprehension Strategies Addressed </li>
<li>All Language Arts Components Included Except Spelling</li>
<li>Simplifies Our Homeschool Day in One Program</li>
<li>Detailed, Well-Organized Lesson Plans</li>
<li>Downloadable End-of-the-Year Portfolio Feature</li>
<li>Easily Accessible You Tube Video Read Alouds</li>
<li>Flex and Review Days Built Into Schedule</li>
<li>Teaches Using Multiple Learning Styles</li>
<li>Answer Keys are Provided</li>
<li>Color-Coded Levels</li>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Possible Suggestions</span></b><br />
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<li>Design longer Interactive Notebook study guides</li>
<li>Add more Interactive Notebook studies to each level (one per month)*</li>
<li>Create Levels for 6th-8th Grade*</li>
<li>Offer discounted subscription options for multiple levels or subscription includes ALL levels to help lower income and larger families*</li>
<li>Answer keys separate from child's dashboard* </li>
<li>Separate dashboards for parents and students including single users*</li>
<li>Add blank boxes to the vocabulary word list and sort for student-found words </li>
<li>Comprehension strategies and concept posters </li>
<li>Provide educational age-appropriate links to the poems, poetry book recommendations, or audio links for poems introduced in the program to save the parent time</li>
<li>Include lesson videos to introduce poetry skills </li>
<li>Add in more poetry activities (one per day)</li>
<li>Add word study videos that introduce vocabulary words with their definitions and images</li>
<li>Handouts added for every month for ALL levels (currently working on this)</li>
<li>Edit for missing materials (currently working on this)</li>
<li>Add read aloud videos of complete books (currently working on this project)</li>
<li>Video sound quality is low (currently working on this issue) </li>
<li>Videos Teaching Technology Skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)</li>
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<b><i><u>Note</u></i></b>: I contacted the company asking about videos for a long chapter book that was included in the lesson plan. They quickly responded and added the videos within a week of me making a request. Additionally, a few answer keys were missing from a lesson and they immediately sent them to me. I also asked several questions about the program and I always received friendly correspondences. The company has <b>excellent customer service</b>!<br />
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First, we printed the binder cover and the Banana Boats and Teddy Toast breakfast recipes. Then, she gathered the listed ingredients and marked the boxes as she placed the ingredient on the counter. Next, she followed the step-by-step directions provided in the recipe. Alyssa put the two recipes together to make bears with long hair. Finally, we enjoyed eating our tasty treats! <br />
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Each recipe also included a taste scale rating and a Junior Chef challenge. Alyssa colored the stars in yellow in order to rate their level of yumminess. The Junior Chef challenges were designed for a younger child, but my 10-year-old daughter willing completed the activities just for fun.</div>
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A Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-80919151388894178352018-05-12T16:42:00.002-05:002018-05-12T16:42:19.917-05:00African Crowned CraneDid you know that <b>African Crowned Cranes</b> roost in the trees of Uganda and Ghana? After researching information about these interesting birds, Alyssa learned that they are also great dancers. She recently captured the joyful dancing of the African Crowned Cranes in her colorful masterpiece below.<br />
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One History project my daughter recently completed was her George Washington <b><i>Jeopardy Game</i></b>. She created all the questions, answers, and the game. This particular project was due after reading a historical biography about Washington. Be sure to read my review for the nonfiction chapter book titled, <a href="http://totplay.blogspot.com/2018/05/homeschool-review-crew-heroes-of.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">George Washington: True Patriot</a> from YWAM Publishing. We made a few changes to the Jeopardy Question activity mentioned in their study guide, but it reminded me of my old teaching days. </div>
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The project can be used for a unit study culminating review or it can be played as a class game in preparation for exams. Why not have fun while reviewing previously learned concepts? </div>
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Her final project had 6 categories and each category consisted of 5 questions. The game was created with copy paper, construction paper, markers, and glue sticks. The category titles were color-coded. Alyssa wrote the questions on the front of the point cards and the answers on white copy paper which were glued to the back of the matching question.</div>
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As a classroom teacher, I would organize the students into groups to create questions for specific categories. The students were responsible for making sure the questions for one category gradually became more difficult in order to earn more points. Yes, that means they'll already know the answers to at least 5 questions. But, you can always make it a rule that they can't choose their own category if that's a problem. As with any Jeopardy Game, the questions gradually increased in the number of points earned from 100-500. </div>
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History was brought to life with our newest review book titled, <a href="http://www.ywampublishing.com/p-557-heroes-of-historybrcomplete-setbrbooks-1-28.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heroes of History</a> - <a href="http://www.ywampublishing.com/p-403-heroes-of-historybrgeorge-washington-true-patriot.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">George Washington: True Patriot</a> from <a href="http://www.ywampublishing.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YWAM Publishing</a>. It was written by Janet and Geoff Benge. A physical copy of this informative book from the Heroes of History series arrived in the mail. We also received the accompanying <a href="http://www.ywampublishing.com/c-108-downloadable-unit-studies-curriculum-guides.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Downloadable Unit Study Curriculum Guide</a>. This digital study guide was emailed to me.<br />
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We chose this book to review, because we were studying the American Revolution as part of our American History curriculum and George Washington was an influential historical figure during that time period. We wanted to learn more about him. The book proves that he led a meaningful life and touched the hearts of many Americans.<br />
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The 224-page paperback book contains 19 captivating chapters. The non-fiction book is suitable for children ages 10 and up. Children in 4th grade through adulthood will enjoy this historical biography written in a narrative format. It is also available as a Kindle e-book, Nook e-book, YWAM direct e-book download, and as an Audio book in CD or MP3 format. The text was written in an easy-to-read format.<br />
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The well-written story draws the reader in with a scene describing George Washington (the patriot) spying on the British through his spyglass at the Boston Harbor in July 1775. He was the Commander in Chief of the Continental Army. He was confident that he could defeat the British army that he once wanted to join. At one time in his life he had dreamed of becoming a British officer. We also learn that he served under General Braddock during the French and Indian War. He utilized the same strategies he learned under his command to defeat the British.<br />
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Then, the book quickly takes us back in time when he was 6-years-old eagerly awaiting the arrival of his half brother, Lawrence, from England who later was held responsible for managing the Epsewasson farm when the family moved away. His brother Lawrence gave him the best gift ever . . . a heavy lead toy gun. Later in the book Lawrence becomes ill and Washington stays with him in the Caribbean so he won't be alone. The book does a wonderful job introducing the reader to his family life living with an overprotective mother, sharing his youthful adventures, and his experience working as a surveyor by trade at the young age of 14.<br />
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George Washington eventually marries Martha and over time you begin to sympathize with them when he has to leave for work. You can "feel" the love they have in their marriage throughout the pages of the book. Many sacrifices were made as he led and helped build our nation. He never realized he would be away from his family and Mount Vernon for about 8 years. Later we read about Martha's reaction to his invitation to serve a second term as President. Hearing about the thoughts of other characters enables the reader see different perspectives.<br />
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The book addressed the obstacles he faced while fighting for our nation's independence during the 1700's when the American Revolution took place. The book introduced us to several other amazing historical figures while reading about George Washington's accomplishments and struggles such as to Martha Washington (Custis), Benedict Arnold, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, Benjamin Franklin, Alexander Hamilton, General Cornwallis, and General O'Hara. The book also covers many battles and wars that he was involved in <i>including but not limited to</i> the French and Indian War, Battle at Trenton, Battle at Fort Necessity, Winter in Valley Forge, Battle in Yorktown, Battle at Bunker Hill, and the Battle at Breeds Hill. He also attended the secret meetings with other delegates.<br />
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We learned about the different prominent positions George Washington held throughout his life such as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army, Chairman of the Constitutional Convention, and how he became the very First President. I never knew how humble he was until I read this book. He didn't want people to make a big deal about him becoming the first president. This book is jam-packed with interesting facts about George Washington.<br />
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Character traits such as bravery, honesty, strength, and determination were evident and exhibited through George Washington's words and actions. These are just a few reasons why he can be considered a role model today.<br />
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<b>Part 1</b><br />
This 64-page section contains a conglomeration of age-appropriate activities as categorized below.<b> </b><br />
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<li>Chapter Questions</li>
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This part contains only 4 activity pages.<br />
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<b><i>Fact Sheet</i></b><br />
Alyssa researched information about George Washington in her chapter book and utilized online resources to complete the Fact Sheet below.<br />
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Appendix A provides the educator with an 17-page list of books and resources including literature, movies, documentaries, articles, and educational websites. The book lists is divided into three sections: George Washington biographies, related books, and related Heroes of History book series. We already owned many books about George Washington, but we still took a trip to the library to check out more books. <br />
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Appendix B consists of answer keys for the first 3 chapter questions. These were printed out and utilized during each read aloud session and discussion. There is also a list of books written by the authors.<br />
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One neat feature of the study guide that I really appreciate is that a variety of subjects were integrated into the study guide such as History, Geography, Literature/Reading Comprehension, Language Arts, Creative and Essay Writing, Art, Character Education, Drama, Public Speaking, and Math.</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">How We Used It</span></b><br />
We used the George Washington book as a family read aloud. I read the book to my daughter, Alyssa (Age 10) who is in 4th grade. The book was utilized as a supplement for American History and Geography. Furthermore, this narrative allowed me to add another biography to her Literature studies.<br />
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The George Washington: True Patriot book and study guide were excellent resources for a student-directed independent unit study. The in-depth Unit Study Guide was used extensively during the review period, because the activities thoroughly reinforced learning. The detailed guide was stored in a 3-hole punched and pronged pocket folder.<br />
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The chapter questions were read ahead of time as a way to prepare her for the chapter and give her a purposeful reading experience. Pre-reading the questions helped her focus and pay attention during read aloud sessions. Alyssa silently read a chapter each day independently. She would occasionally look up difficult words in the dictionary to understand the word in the context of the sentence.<br />
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Then, we read the chapter together in the late afternoon followed by the chapter question discussion. My daughter's attention was captivated as I read. She was eager to hear the story again and listened attentively. Occasionally, we took turns reading paragraphs. Alyssa and I read a chapter a day 3-5 times per week.<br />
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She worked on her projects independently and needed minimal help with the projects she chose to complete. The whole process took approximately 45 minutes to 1 1/2 hours. Many of the the projects were continuously updated as she read the book. There's no way for us to complete <i>EVERY</i> project in the study guide during the review period, so we implemented a pick-and-choose approach based on what suited my daughter's needs, interests, and abilities.<br />
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">Chapter Questions</span></i></b><br />
There were four questions for each chapter. The first question was related to contextual vocabulary. She learned words such as <i>dysentery</i>, <i>aversion</i>, <i>embargo</i>, and <i>pandemonium</i>. The page number where each term could be found in the book was referenced in parentheses. I required her to think about and use the vocabulary word in a complete sentence.<br />
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The second question was fact-based meaning the answer could be found in the text. Here are a few of the questions that were included in this guide: <i>What did George do at Fort Necessity to save the lives of his men</i>, <i>What British general did George fight under in the French and Indian War, </i>and<i> What was the punishment for breaking the boycott of British products?</i><br />
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The third comprehension question checked her level of understanding. For example, <i>Why would the British want to hang George as a traitor, What was significant about these words from Jefferson's speech: An attack, made on one of our sister Colonies . . . is an attack made on all British America, </i>and <i>How did George turn the various militias into one unified army? </i><br />
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The last open-ended question was more interpretative or encouraged Alyssa to share her opinion about an issue. The following are a couple examples of open-ended questions found in the study guide: <i>What character traits do you think a leader of an army would have to possess? </i>and <i>What do you think was one important lesson George learned as a result of his experience with General Braddock? Explain your answer. </i><br />
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We verbally discussed the thought-provoking chapter questions <i>after</i> reading each chapter in order to assess her level of understanding rather than assigning a written response. There are other writing intensive activities to utilize from the study guide. I used the answers found at the back of the guide to check her responses for the first three questions. The educator must assess the student's response to the last evaluative question.<br />
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My daughter memorized ALL of the quotes listed in the guide during the review period. The quotes weren't all stated by George Washington. Some quotes were voiced by other relevant historical figures from the time period. I randomly assigned quotes for her to memorize. I recorded my daughter's recitations on our phone.<br />
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I also created cursive copywork pages for my daughter using a free penmanship worksheet maker and the quotes from the guide. The quote as seen below was stated by Nathan Hale.<br />
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Alyssa chose one specific quote for her banner display project. She wrote the quote, illustrated it, and explained the meaning of it in her own words.<br />
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">Display Corner</span></i></b><br />
She was responsible for collecting items to display in her Display Corner. Everything was displayed in a corner of the living room. More items were added as she read deeper into the book. The corner contained numerous books about George Washington, Mount Vernon, Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Battles, and more. The objects were related to George Washington's life and the time period in which he lived. She added an image of George Washington, American Revolutionary Battle map, Virginia map, her quarter collection, a plastic sword, horse figurine, a crown, a one-dollar bill, a quarter, early US pillow case cover flag, artwork printouts, relevant articles such as his letter to Martha Washington, and a few of her independent projects from the guide.<br />
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This was her favorite section of the unit study. It was also the largest section. Student Explorations are organized by types of activities such as <b><i>Essay Questions, Creative Writing, Hands-On Projects, Audio/Visual Projects, and Arts and Crafts.</i></b> We tried to choose several activities from each section for her to complete. Choices were made based on her interests, abilities, needs, materials on hand, and her preferred learning styles. We skipped over the Essay Questions this year, because I felt they were more appropriate for older children. Much to my surprise, we also didn't complete any of the Arts and Crafts projects.<br />
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<u>Creative Writing</u><br />
Alyssa wrote a diary entry from George Washington's perspective after reading <i>each</i> chapter. She pretended to be George Washington as she wrote the journal entries. Each <i><b>diary entry</b></i> was a summarization of at least 3-5 relevant events that occurred in that chapter. You can see an example of her work below for Chapter 11.<br />
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She pretended to be George Washington and wrote a <b><i>friendly letter</i></b> to his wife, Martha, recognizing and thanking her for the sacrifices she made throughout their life together. </div>
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I modified the first project listed in this section in order to add-in more technology since we don't have a video camera. I asked Alyssa to create a<i> This is Your Life</i> PowerPoint production for George Washington. As she read the book, she jotted down key people from his life to participate and include in the production. Each person reminded Washington of a memorable moment on a slide. I'll include a few screenshots so that you can see how we did the project.</div>
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<u>Hands-On Projects</u><br />
One hands-on project that Alyssa completed was the <b><i>Four-Part Annotated Mosaic</i></b> of George Washington's life. She folded the paper into fourths. Each box represented a particular time period of his life: Childhood, Teenage Years, Revolutionary Years, and Presidency. I didn't require her to annotate the drawings. She can always write an annotation summary on the back of each section later.<br />
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Another project she diligently worked on was her <b><i>Jeopardy Game</i></b>. This was an ongoing project. First, Alyssa brainstormed category titles for the game. Then, as she read the chapters she jotted down related questions under each category. She ended up with 6 categories and each category consisted of 5 questions. The game was created with copy paper, construction paper, markers, and glue sticks. Each category title was a different color. All questions listed under a category were color-coded to match the category's color. Questions gradually increased in the number of points earned from 100-500. For our game, the questions were written on the front of the point cards. The answers were written on white copy paper and glued to the back of the related question.</div>
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We want to create the beeswax candles. We'll purchase a kit and display them at the tea party. We also want to create the stain glass window project, but we weren't sure how to do it.<br />
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There really weren't any <i>nearby</i> field trip locations for us to visit or guest speakers to hear so the Community Links study guide section was not used. We do have plans to talk to a surveyor in the area so that she can see the different tools used. Hopefully, she'll get to try her hand at surveying.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Social Studies</i></span></b><br />
This part of the study guide is organized into 5 sections: Places, Vocabulary Terms, Geographical Characteristics, Timeline, and Conceptual Questions.<br />
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<u>Vocabulary Terminology</u><br />
We chose five words at a time for her to learn from the Social Studies section of the study guide. We will eventually add the vocabulary words that are included with the chapter questions. Alyssa created the flashcards online and used them to play a game of Memory or Concentration. The number of words will gradually increase over time. The word, <i>armada</i>, below was seen in both sections of the study guide. She used a dictionary or online resources to define the words. <br />
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<u>Map Work</u><br />
The Social Studies section of the guide included mapping activities. Alyssa identified and labeled important locations and geographical characteristics on a map of Virginia and West Virginia. She used references like an atlas and the Internet to learn more about the places mentioned in the book and listed in the guide. The study guide provided her with a bulleted list of the locations and geographical features to mark.<br />
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She completed the timeline using the chapter book, educational websites, and other History books. Many relevant historical events that occurred during George Washington's life were plotted on the timeline including but not limited to Washington's Birth and Death, French Revolution Begins, Battle at Bunker Hill, Boston Massacre, the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, Stamp Act, and Boston Tea Party.<br />
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A diagram is shared with the user on topics that could be explored and integrated into different subjects. This is a great resource for individuals implementing a unit study approach that want to extend the lessons even further. </div>
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">Culminating Event</span></i></b><br />
We are in the midst of planning our end of chapter Culminating Event since we finished reading the book and are finishing up projects. We are having a simple afternoon tea party or levee with a few friends of ours so that Alyssa can share her work. My daughter will design and send an invitation out to the guests. She will help me create a menu listing finger foods and sweet treats. She'll choose a composer from the time period so that music can be lightly played in the background. Her Display Corner including her projects will be available to view as well. At this tea party she will present several activities. I'll leave it up to her if she wants to dress up in period clothing or create decorations for the event.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Our Thoughts and Experience</b></span><br />
We absolutely LOVED the book and guide! This was a "twaddle free" account of George Washington's life. The adventure and action brought Washington's story to life. Alyssa felt like he was by her side. There is a conglomeration of activities including hands-on components to explore. The guide was comprehensive and complete for its purposes. I should let you know that there are several violence scenes described in this book which is to be expected since we are talking about the American Revolutionary time period.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>What We Like</b></span><br />
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<li>High-Quality Literature Which Brings History to Life</li>
<li>Narrative Format Captures and Maintains Attention </li>
<li>Descriptive Language of Text</li>
<li>Integrates Other Subjects</li>
<li>Righteous Character Qualities Emulated Through Character's Behavior and Attitude</li>
<li>Fascinating, Adventurous Account of George Washington's Life</li>
<li>Vast Assortment of Hands-On Projects to Choose From</li>
<li>Flexibility of Unit Study Guide Activities</li>
<li>Adaptable and Modifiable Activities and Projects</li>
<li>All Learning Styles Addressed</li>
<li>Relevant and Meaningful Content </li>
<li>Contains Vocabulary and Comprehension Extensions</li>
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<li>Add in American Revolutionary Time Period Recipes</li>
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YWAM Publishing has a vast assortment of books and study guides for you to purchase.<br />
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Chapter Book - $7.50 (Retail Price $9.99)<br />
Digital Unit Study Guide - $5.49 (Retail Price $9.99)<br />
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We HIGHLY recommend the entire <a href="http://www.ywampublishing.com/p-557-heroes-of-historybrcomplete-setbrbooks-1-28.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heroes of History</a> series. It's my favorite series! <a href="http://www.ywampublishing.com/p-403-heroes-of-historybrgeorge-washington-true-patriot.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">George Washington: True Patriot</a> is an exceptional read. Christian homeschool families and private schools will appreciate this biography. The book can be read independently, as a read aloud, or in small class or group setting like literature circles.<br />
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Individuals implementing a Literature-Based, Unit Study, Eclectic, or Delight-Directed approach may want to check out this set. <a href="http://www.ywampublishing.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YWAM Publishing</a> is one of my favorite companies when I look for historical biographies. If you have a child that enjoys reading about historical events and people, then you'll definitely want to check out this book and guide.<br />
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A Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-33330696140219661602018-04-27T15:47:00.003-05:002018-04-27T15:47:34.811-05:00Thai Elephant Geography Craft Project Our featured <a href="http://totplay.blogspot.com/2017/09/homeschool-review-crew-lets-go-geography.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let's Go Geography</a> craft this week is the Thai Elephant. Elephants are extremely important to the Thailand culture. They were used for heavy lifting jobs and today tourists are entertained by elephant rides. A white elephant was displayed on Thailand's flag for many, many years.<br />
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For this craft, we gathered supplies such as white cardstock, scissors, clue stick, gray cardstock, and colored pencils. First, I printed the elephant pattern on the gray paper from the Printables section. Then, the blanket for the elephant was printed on the white paper. Next, Alyssa cut and folded the elephant template so that it would be 3D and stand up. She colored the blanket and chair. The author encourages the child to color it red with gold edges. The next step was to cut and fold the blanket downward. She glued it to the middle of the elephant's back. After coloring the reverse side of the chair, it was cut and folded upward in a box shape in order to create a seat. My daughter glued the box seat to the blanket. The final step was to write Thailand on the elephant.<br />
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A Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-46569445609116275082018-04-18T23:38:00.002-05:002018-04-20T16:02:55.604-05:00Mongolian YurtDid you know that some Mongolians live in gers or yurts. They can be easily taken down and are portable for a nomad lifestyle. The top is ventilated so that cooking steam can escape. It can close if the weather is bad. Some yurts are decorated. A recent featured craft that my daughter, Alyssa, completed as part of her <a href="http://totplay.blogspot.com/2017/09/homeschool-review-crew-lets-go-geography.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let's Go Geography</a> curriculum was of a Mongolian Yurt.<br />
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First, we gathered basic supplies such as white cardstock, markers, scissors, and a glue stick. I printed the base and roof design templates from the Printables section of the curriculum file. Then, Alyssa colored the roof and carefully cut the dark, exterior lines. She glued the tabs together to create a cone shaped roof top. Next, my daughter cut and glued the two base edges together. She designed and colored the base. She wrote Mongolia on the yurt. Finally, she glued the last edges of the base together to form a circle and assembled it by adding the roof to the top. <br />
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We had the privilege to review <a href="https://www.apologia.com/173-anatomy-physiology" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology</a> published by <a href="http://www.apologia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apologia</a>. This curriculum is part of the Young Explorer Series. This particular book title is written by Jeannie Fulbright and Brooke Ryan, M.D. The curriculum teaches the human body for elementary grades. It is suitable for children ages 6 to 13 and is intended for those who are in K-6th grade. The textbook can be utilized with the entire family. The curriculum is adaptable and can be modified for multiple ages and grade levels. Apologia is a well-known homeschool Christian company and their books are unique in that they offer a Christian-Worldview about a specific topic. There are many text references to God, our Creator. I've used Apologia's curriculum in the past and it has become the elementary Science curriculum I turn to. We reviewed <a href="http://totplay.blogspot.com/2013/11/schoolhouse-review-apologia-exploring.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics</a> several years ago.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>What We Received</b></span><br />
We received physical copies of the following items to review by mail:<br />
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<li><a href="https://www.apologia.com/anatomy-physiology/223-exploring-creation-with-human-anatomy-and-physiology.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology Text</a> $42</li>
<li><a href="https://www.apologia.com/anatomy-physiology/276-anatomy-junior-notebooking-journal.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology Junior Notebooking Journal</a> $29</li>
<li><a href="https://www.apologia.com/anatomy-physiology/229-anatomy-notebooking-journal.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology Notebooking Journal</a> $29</li>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">How We Used It</span></b><br />
I used this curriculum with Alyssa (Age 10) who is in 4th grade as her core Science curriculum. I wanted to add in more hands-on Science activities to our day. You can work sequentially in order or possibly jump around. We chose to work through the lessons in sequential order. The Regular Notebooking Journal was the main journal we used for the purposes of this review. However, I assigned the coloring pages, labeling exercises, vocabulary activities, and the occasional vocabulary crossword puzzle from the Junior Notebooking Journal as supplemental work. The Junior Notebooking Journal included an easier vocabulary crossword puzzle in which the first letter of every vocabulary word was given.<br />
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<br />Science lessons lasted approximately 45 minutes to 1 1/2 hours. We didn't need to add any other supplementary materials to the day's work load. I used the Suggested Daily Schedule as a guide. It suggests that you work on Science twice a week. This means there are 28 weeks worth of lessons with each lesson lasting two-weeks long. You have an entire year's worth of lesson materials. I decided to split the lessons up into smaller chunks so that we were doing Science each day.<br />
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I implemented a pick-n-choose, relaxed approach when deciding on daily assignments. However, I reminded myself that I needed to balance out the Writing intensive components in order to limit the amount of Writing assigned in one day. We worked on Science 4-5 times a week.<br />
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The day usually began with reading and narrations. We took turns reading paragraphs or sections aloud. At the beginning of the week, I would assign coloring pages, manuscript Scripture copywork, and 1-2 fascinating facts. Alyssa completed the notebooking pages independently. Try This! activities that were related to the reading segment were usually completed when indicated in the book. Then, we'd add in the other randomly assigned pages from both of the notebooking journal activities throughout the week. There really wasn't any rhyme or reason as to when certain pages were done or how many. Alyssa always re-read the textbook pages while filling out her notebooking page responses. Thursdays and Fridays were reserved for experiments and an occasional Try This! activity.<br />
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Every other week, the fifth day served as a make-up day which enabled us to catch up. We occasionally used that day to jump ahead in our studies or wander off on rabbit trails. I loved the flexibility of the curriculum! I highlighted each completed assignment in yellow on the suggested daily schedule in order to track our progress through the curriculum.<br />
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We gathered materials needed for Try This! activities, projects, and experiments in advance. The supplies were stored in Ziplock bags and labeled with the corresponding lesson number. All bags were placed in a lidded storage tub with the online supply list.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Product Descriptions</span></b><br />
<b><u>Textbook</u></b><br />
The 265-page brightly colored hardcover textbook can be used year after year. It is written directly to the student in an engaging, conversational tone. The curriculum is organized into 14 lessons which are jam-packed with detailed diagrams, colorful illustrations, and vivid photographs.<br />
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It begins with a Scientific-Speculation Sheet and the Table of Contents which highlights each lesson in blue. There is also an Introduction to the book which explains each activity component of the course including a paragraph about the Lesson Increments, Narration, Notebooking Activities, Personal Person Project, Projects & Experiments, and a Course Website. A website address is provided on page 13 of the textbook and a password is given where you can access Book Extras that correlate with the course. Once logged in and you've added the course, then you'll find additional educational links, games, videos, and helpful printables related to the lesson content. This is a wonderful resource that will extend and enrich your study.<br />
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A step-by-step guide or overview on How To Use This Book follows. It includes numbered steps enabling you to make the most out of the course. The book also contains a handy list of items that are needed to complete each lesson. You are encouraged to gather supplies first. It is organized by lesson and items are bulleted making it easy to read.<br />
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The informative reading topics are organized by a larger bold purple print. These subject titles served as great natural stopping points for narrations. Alyssa narrated what she learned for each topic as we read together. Relevant vocabulary words were in bold print. <br />
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<b><i>Lesson Topics Covered:</i></b><br />
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<li>Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology</li>
<li>Skeletal System</li>
<li>Muscular System</li>
<li>Digestive and Renal System</li>
<li>Health and Nutrition</li>
<li>Respiratory System</li>
<li>Life in the Blood</li>
<li>Cardiovascular System</li>
<li>Nervous and Endocrine System</li>
<li>Nervous System Extended</li>
<li>Your Senses</li>
<li>Integumentary System</li>
<li>Lymphatic and Immune System</li>
<li>Growth and Development</li>
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Let me tell you about each of the textbook components. Some correspond with and can be used in conjunction with the Notebooking Journals.<br />
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<b><i>Creation Confirmation Booklet</i></b></div>
This mini-book is a great place to indicate and record those references to God, Biblical truths, and His creations. As you study anatomy and physiology, many references will be made towards God. Alyssa jotted down important points in this booklet when necessary<br />
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<i><b>Verbal Narration Prompts</b></i></div>
Narration prompts were scattered throughout the lesson in the textbook. For example, the following narration prompt was stated in Lesson 2 of the Skeletal System: <i>Take some time to tell someone what you learned about bone growth, remodeling, and healing</i>. Alyssa was later asked, <i>"Before moving on, review the bones of the arms, hands, legs, feet, and girdles. Tell someone else what you have learned."</i> Lesson 3 of the Muscular System prompts the child to <i>"Explain in your own words what you have learned about muscles so far."</i> Narration prompts were seen in a blue font.<br />
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I decided to narrate more often than required in the textbook. I wanted my daughter to retain the information better so she verbally narrated <i>smaller</i> chunks of information. I required Alyssa to narrate or "tell back" the material after <i>every</i> bolded topic. These narrations weren't written down. They helped her stay focused and to be an active learner while improving her communication skills. It definitely helped her retain the information better. After her response, I would clarify any misunderstandings and summarize key points.<br />
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<b><i><br />Try This Activities</i></b></div>
These are boxed mini-demonstrations that model relevant points throughout the book. These hands-on activities required very few supplies and minimal prep. They are best if used when indicated in the textbook, but you can wait until the end of a lesson or until after the day's reading if desired. Alyssa compared human figures she created out of clay with and without bones (toothpicks) in order to learn that the the skeletal system supports the body and enables it to stand up and move. We taped her fingers together so that she could learn why hand bones were important. In Lesson 3 she learned how smooth muscles push food through the intestines using a nylon sock and a clay ball. This was a bit tricky because the sticky clay kept getting stuck. Her favorite Try This! activities were found in Lesson 4 where she found out what acid does to teeth by observing the changes of the enamel on her baby tooth soaked in soda pop over time. She noticed that the soda stained the enamel and eventually small holes will form. She also watched amylase in her saliva break down starches into sugar when she observed the chemical digestion process of a cracker placed on the tip of her tongue. This lesson also included the stomach bag simulation which shows what happens when your stomach churns food. Furthermore, she measured the length of her small intestine using a yard stick and measuring tape. She loved testing the starch content of different foods using iodine in Lesson 5. She was fascinated by the chemical reaction of the iodine turning dark blue (almost black) when starch was present in a food. These activities really helped Alyssa understand the concepts being discussed in an age-appropriate manner. <br />
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Each lesson ended with a project or an experiment to complete such as creating an Edible Cell, Analyzing a Chicken Bone, Growing a Muscle, Designing a Digestion Theme Park, and Testing for Vitamin C. These activities helped Alyssa practice her observational and experimental skills. She learned the following basic steps of the Scientific Process when conducting a valid, reliable experiment: Listing Materials, Indicating the Procedure and Observing What Was Done, Writing a Hypothesis, Recording the Results, and Writing a Conclusion. Many projects included a bulleted supply list and step-by-step numbered directions to guide your child towards success. There are corresponding Notebooking Pages to record the experiment or project results.<br />
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Our first project was the Edible Cell creation. My daughter chose several different types of candy to represent the cell organelles. She cut chunks from the bottom to place the candy inside the jello cell after it set overnight. Then, she flipped it over. Of course the best part was eating it!<br />
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She also analyzed a chicken bone after it soaked in vinegar. The calcium was removed from the bone and the chicken bone became more flexible over time.<br />
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Alyssa learned that if you use the same muscle over time it'll become stronger. She recorded the number of times she could open and close a clothespin in a minute every other day. Alyssa graphed her results over several days. She noticed her hand muscles were becoming stronger enabling her to open and close the clothespin more often. </div>
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<b><i><br />What Do You Remember?</i></b></div>
This section contains <i>oral</i> <i>discussion</i> questions found at the end of each lesson as a review. Alyssa needed to recall important information learned from the lesson verbally. If you want your child to respond in written format there is a accompanying sheet in the <i>Regular Notebooking Journal</i> to record their answers. The answers to the What Do You Remember Review Questions can be found at the back of the book. The answers are in bold, italic print. The questions are in plain type. Alyssa wasn't required to respond with exact answers. She explained the concepts in her own words. The author clearly states that these questions are meant to jog their memory.<br />
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<b><i><br />Textbook Notebooking Activities</i></b></div>
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These notebooking activities correspond with those found in the journals so if you have one of the journals, it'll be easier and save a lot of time. You can create your own notebooking journal sheets if desired. I definitely appreciated having everything contained in one spot ready to go. </div>
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<i><b>Personal Person Project</b></i></div>
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This is an ongoing, unique project to be completed as you read through the entire book. After learning about a system, you will add organs or systems you've studied to a personalized paper model found in your Notebooking Journal. I love that all of the templates were provided in the Appendix of the Notebooking Journals with several different skin tones. The transparent overlay templates are made of acetate or overhead projector material. Lesson 1 includes a bulleted supply list and numbered directions for creating the Personal Person Project. Instructions for adding pieces are provided at the end of each lesson.</div>
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Both journals have a suggested daily lesson plan schedule based on the components found in each version, fascinating fact notebooking pages, diagrams to label, vocabulary activities, creative writing assignments, mini-books, scripture copywork (manuscript and cursive), project pages, and scientific speculations sheets. These activities reinforce learning. The journals also provide a <i>More to Explore</i> page which is the same in each notebook. It lists DVD and literature suggestions, experiments, word studies, Bible studies, and more hands-on activities. Your child documents the information they're learning from the text into a journal that can be reviewed later. As I discuss each notebooking element, I'll note the differences between the two versions. </div>
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<b><u><i>Junior Notebooking Journal</i></u></b></div>
The 230-page consumable spiral-bound Junior Notebooking Journal is to be used by a single student. There are 65 additional pages in the Appendix. The Junior Notebooking Journal is different from the Regular Notebooking Journal in that it contains coloring pages and more hands-on, cut-n-paste vocabulary activities such as lift-the-flap booklets and puzzle match-ups with shapes that enable the student to self-check their work. Alyssa matched definitions to vocabulary words. The vocabulary activities are more simplified. There are two coloring pages per lesson. Your child can color as you read aloud the text. The Junior version also has larger dotted primary handwriting lines, the font is larger, and the length of the copywork passage is shortened. There are also fewer crossword puzzles with first letter aids to make it easier for younger children. This notebook is intended for children in K-2nd grade possibly even 3rd graders who are still developing or mastering writing skills. The answers to the vocabulary activities are found at the back of the journal.<br />
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<b><i><u>Notebooking Journal</u></i></b></div>
The 202-page spiral-bound Regular Notebooking Journal is designed to be used with a single student. The Appendix consists of 44 pages. This consumable notebook version offers more advanced vocabulary Crossword Puzzles without first letter aids for each lesson. The crossword puzzle answers are found at the back of the notebook. The What Do You Remember review questions can only be found in the Regular Notebooking Journal. You'll also find that this version is more Writing intensive and offers more space to write. The lines are smaller, copywork passages are longer, and the font is smaller. This notebook version is more suitable for children in 3rd and 4th graders who have strong writing skills. Older children can also use this journal.<br />
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<b><i>Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles</i></b></div>
She practiced vocabulary terminology using crossword puzzles. Each puzzle provides a word bank and numbered across and down clues. The following is an example from Lesson 5.<br />
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<b><i>Labeling Diagrams</i></b></div>
Alyssa drew and labeled a cell during the first lesson. Then, she labeled the skeleton after learning about the skeletal system. These activities help improve vocabulary skills. She reviewed the functions of the organelles as she drew them. She also chanted and touched the bones seen on the diagram. <br />
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<b><i>Scripture Copywork</i></b></div>
Copywork verses are available in print and cursive format. Scripture Copywork was first done in manuscript format. Then, she wrote the same verses in cursive on a different day. Alyssa practiced and improved her penmanship skills as she completed her copywork activities.<br />
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<i><b>Fascinating Facts</b></i></div>
Alyssa wrote 1-2 fascinating facts after reading. She loves having the ability to chose the fascinating facts she thought were most interesting. Many facts are accompanied with a matching illustration. This helps to personalize the journal.<br />
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Alyssa wrote a Muscle Times newspaper article in order to share meaningful facts she learned about the types of muscles. She also created a comic strip that depicted a piece of food going through the digestion process. </div>
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<i><b>What Do You Remember Review Questions</b></i></div>
Review is built into the lessons if you use the Regular Notebooking Journal. These questions can be completed after all the reading is done or you can assign a few related questions after each reading segment. We tried it both ways depending on our busy schedule. This a wonderful way to check for understanding. They also offer Final Review Questions for an end-of-the-year check-up. <br />
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A variety of mini-books were utilized to record meaningful information such as matchbooks, tuck-in envelopes, layered books, tabbed books, accordion books, fans, cell wheels, shutter books, miniature books, flap books, and shaped pockets. The templates can be found in the Appendix. My daughter loved the skull book and the digestive mouth pocket. She liked feeding the mouth the food. Fascinating facts were written on the backs of the food items. The same miniature books are found in the Junior Notebooking Journal.<br />
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Alyssa documented the steps for the Edible and Choosy Cell projects from Lesson 1 on the notebooking form below. She recorded what she did and what she learned.<br />
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Every lesson ends with at least one experiment which utilizes the Scientific Method to document results. The title of the recording sheet is Scientific Speculation Sheet. The author encourages you to complete a few experiments each lesson. Most materials are available in the household. The instructions are clearly stated in the book.<br />
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<i><b>Personal Person Project</b></i></div>
This project is found on page 15 of the Regular Notebooking Journal. First, we glued the human body outline template to the page. Then, we printed and cut out a picture of Alyssa's head. Next, each organ or system was taped on top of the human body outline or underneath the head.<br />
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We haven't taken any related field trips yet, but we have future plans to include them and use this form to record the purpose and what we learned.<br />
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The Notebooking Journals serve as an excellent record of what your child has accomplished. It is a keepsake for many years to come. It can be shared with family members or reviewed periodically. It can also be utilized as a yearly unit study portfolio.<br />
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The audio CD is in MP3 format. Make sure your computer or device is MP3-compatible before using it. The CD contains numerous tracks. The author, Jeannie Fulbright, narrates the contents of the book for the child to follow along. Almost all of the text is read word-for-word. The author will begin with an Introduction to each lesson and end with the What Do You Remember Questions. The narration prompts are read aloud on the CD as well. The narrator doesn't mention the experiments, notebooking activities, or the Personal Person Project. However, when a Try This! activity pops up she'll encourage the child to read the textbook. For example, Fulbright will say, "You can now do the try This! page 5." The song "Dem Bones" that was mentioned in the book is sung on the audio CD. Soft music and other sound effects are added to the audio CD.<br />
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She read the text with a pleasant sounding voice. It wasn't too upbeat or too soothing. She manages to capture and maintain the child's attention. Her passion for the topic is evident as she reads aloud. The pace was appropriate and the CD helps with pronunciation of vocabulary terms. I love that children can see, hear, say, do, and record what they are studying. The complete and full audio recording of the text is read on the CD.<br />
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This CD can replace the teacher read aloud session if desired. The author can read the text for mom is she's tired, busy, working, sick, or unable to read that day. It can be used with non-readers, children with disabilities, and auditory learners. Older children who struggle with reading can also utilize the audio recordings. Personally, I love to use the audio as a review after completing a lesson. We listened to the CD before bedtime or while completing chores. You can have your child listen to it while coloring pages or working on notebooking activities. It is a wonderful addition to our elementary Science curriculum. <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Overall Thoughts</span></b><br />
We absolutely adore this creation-based curriculum. We are having a blast studying human anatomy and physiology. We are learning and retaining so much information using the methods of narrations, notebooking, hands-on activities, and experimentation. A conglomeration of activities were included making each day fun and exciting. I was thoroughly impressed with the topic coverage. This curriculum exceeded my expectations. I <i>really</i> appreciate that the suggested lesson plan offers flexible scheduling options. This curriculum implements a multi-sensory, hands-on learning approach.<br />
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<i><b>Alyssa's Review</b></i><br />
I look forward to Science each day, because I've had a lot of fun studying the human body with the projects, activities, experiments, and crossword puzzles. The review questions helped me remember what I just read and the answers were short. There were also only a few questions to answer. My favorite projects were the Edible Cell, Personal Person Project, and the Digestive Theme Park. My favorite topics to study so far were the Muscular, Digestive, and the Health & Nutrition units.<br />
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We are currently finishing up Lesson 5 which is the Health and Nutrition unit. We will slow our pace down for the rest of the year and extend the study with corresponding enrichment activities. I also hope to create tests to cover the key concepts in order to check for understanding.<br />
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My daughter retained a lot more information than I ever thought possible. I was thoroughly impressed with this curriculum. I was hesitant to use it at first, because I thought the terminology would be too advanced. But . . . I'm glad I took the leap forward. We've never studied this topic and it is now my daughter's favorite school subject and topic.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Recommendations</span></b><br />
We HIGHLY recommend Apologia's homeschool Science curriculum. Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology is our favorite course so far. It provides Alyssa with a solid, accurate foundation of human anatomy and physiology. I suggest purchasing all of the components for the course.<br />
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Christian homeschooling families should definitely check out this curriculum. Individuals implementing a Charlotte Mason teaching approach will appreciate the use of narration. If your child enjoys lapbooking and notebooking this curriculum has it. Unit study homeschoolers will also find this curriculum appealing. If you want to teach Science using a mastery-based learning approach then this is also the way to go. You'll focus on one topic, anatomy and physiology, all year. Exploring Creation with Anatomy and Physiology is a complete and comprehensive creation-based Science curriculum. Even though it is designed for K-6th grade, I recommend this set for older intermediate aged children in 4th - 6th grade.<br />
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A Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-5013660534037758072018-04-13T00:59:00.001-05:002018-04-13T00:59:20.845-05:00Homeschool Review Crew: Watchman Pictures Presents Princess Cut<div style="text-align: center;">
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Watchman Pictures recently sent us an excellent movie called, <a href="http://www.princesscutmovie.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Princess Cut</a>, to review. We received a physical copy of the DVD in the mail.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Synopsis</span></b><br />
Princess Cut is a Christian film categorized as a Romantic Drama. It is Dove Approved for children ages 12 and up. Although, I believe it is appropriate for mature children ages 10 and up with adult supervision.<br />
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The heart-warming love story is about a modest Carolina farm girl in her 20's named Grace Anderson who struggles with the dating scene before marriage and learning the meaning of true love. She has a strong desire to get married and hopes to one day wear a Princess Cut diamond ring on her finger. The film began with her looking at engagement rings, because she thought her boyfriend, Stewart, of 15 months was going to propose to her but that ended badly. I thought it was a little weird when he actually proposed to someone else from his circle of friends. The movie unravels her journey to find true romance and love. After several failed attempts, she learns to wait for God's timing to discover her long lasting love.<br />
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The movie is close-captioned and lasts approximately 97 minutes. When you begin the DVD, you can choose to watch the movie with or without English subtitles under Set-Up. You can also choose whether you want stereo or regular sound.<br />
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Princess Cut contains 12 chapters in addition to the Special Features. The movie's special features consists of The Making of Princess Cut, Deleted Scenes, Blooper Reels, Behind the Scene Footage, Set Apart Girl Promo, and Movie Trailers for princess Cut and Love Covers All. These features can be found under the Menu options. The chapter divisions help if you want to replay certain segments to discuss with your family as you watch the movie. My daughter loves watching blooper and deleted scenes so she was thrilled when she saw that they were included as features. <br />
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I watched <a href="http://www.princesscutmovie.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Princess Cut</a> one evening before bedtime with my 10-year-old daughter, Alyssa, for family movie night. I decided to make the moment a special one. We made special snacks and popcorn together before snuggling on the couch under a heated blanket. We watched the movie with regular sound quality and no English subtitles. After the film ended, we watched the special features. I did preview the movie in advance to check for appropriateness. <br />
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We discussed the underlying themes of the story's plot. We thoroughly discussed the following topics in depth during and after the movie: Love, Family, Truthfulness/Honesty, Relationships, Forgiveness, Happiness, Trust, Modesty, Purity, Morality, Righteousness, Contentment, Romance, and Marriage.<br />
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After watching the movie together we had an earnest conversation about marriage and the importance of saving her heart for the "right" man that God sends her way in His timing. We talked about what the word respect means and how it can be seen in a loving relationship. We like to call this discussion time together our Couch Conversation. This is a private, open conversation about special topics.<br />
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There was a <i>Discussion Guide</i> found under Resources on the website. We used its questions as prompts to start our family conversation. I was impressed and pleasantly surprised by my daughter's responses and I can only hope she'll continue to live a righteous life the older she gets especially when faced with temptations. She also realized the importance of prayer and having a deeper relationship with God. I told my daughter that I've been praying for her future and her husband since the day she was born. <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">My Final Thoughts </span></b><br />
This is a movie that will spark conversations about relevant and profound life issues. I think this was a great movie for me to watch with my daughter being a single mom jumping head first back into the dating scene. It's been 3 years since my divorce and I want to model appropriate dating behaviors. We were able to compare my dating habits with the movie. My daughter and I had a serious discussion about what Godly characteristics I would look for in a man when dating. She was curious enough to ask me after watching this movie. She also shared qualities that she felt were good for someone hoping to marry in the future.<br />
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Being raised in two completely different homes can be confusing for a child especially if the parents aren't on the same page about how to raise the child. I believe our discussion will help her think before acting when she gets older and begins to date. I also believe that this movie had a huge impact on her thinking. It will enable her to make wiser, smarter choices as she continues to grow into a beautiful young lady when faced with peer pressure or seeing irresponsible behaviors from others. <br />
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The main and supporting actors gave a solid performance. They are not well-known actors and actresses but they played their parts well. Ashley Bratcher (Grace Anderson) and Joseph Gray (Clint Masters) were our favorites! We truly enjoyed watching their friendship develop. Jenn Gotzon playing Brooke McClaren, who is Clint's ex fiancé, added a little more excitement to the story's plot.<br />
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There were a few parts that seemed predictable and several times the actors seemed robotic as if reading the lines from a script, but that didn't have an impact on my feelings about the movie's message. The sound quality of the movie was decent and the actor's words were spoken clearly. The settings and backgrounds of the movie were absolutely beautiful. I appreciated how the director showed what life was like living on a soybean farm. I also really the idea of the soybean seed packet that was given to Grace. What is this you ask? Well, you'll have to watch the movie to see the meaning and purpose behind it. The director also showed the importance of following your parent's advice and listening when they offer guidance. The relationship of the family unit was a positive one that emphasized love, unity, and communication. <br />
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This was a clean cut movie. There was no nudity or foul language. However, there was some violence. There is a scene when two men are fighting and one man attempts to hit the other with a shovel. One of my least favorite parts was when a therapist suggested that Grace live with her boyfriend before marriage to see if the shoe fits. I did appreciate that the director revealed Grace as a strong character who dismisses this advice and chooses to follow her own Christian beliefs as taught by her parents. She didn't let anyone else's opinions impact her choices in life. This shows our children that they can take charge of their life and make their own choices while reminding them that they don't have to follow the actions of others. <br />
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Overall, I enjoyed watching this movie with my daughter. The only part that I didn't quite understand or see the relevance of was the ring burial scene. The movie reveals a different dating perspective than what's seen in MOST movies on the market today. Many movies today contain too many risky, intimate scenes when it comes to dating. These movies send out the wrong message to our children. Princess Cut offers an approach to dating that is pure and loving based on friendship. It gives everyone a sense of hope that commitment and real romance can be a reality.<br />
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<i>I loved watching the Princess Cut with my mom. After seeing the movie, I do believe love is worth the wait. We shouldn't rush into things and we should wait for God to send us love. I learned to be safe and stay modest. I also learned not to date pushy men or ones that cheat when I get older. I felt bad for Grace when Stewart introduced his fiancé to his friends and it wasn't Grace. My favorite part was the happy ending but my mom says I shouldn't tell you what happens. A funny part was when her brother placed the ad in the newspaper about Grace. The guys that showed up were NOT good choices. My mom and I laughed so hard during this part. The only thing I didn't like was how pushy Jared was with Grace. I wouldn't change anything in the movie. </i></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Recommendations</span></b><br />
I recommend this movie for parents with pre-teen and teen daughters. This is the perfect movie specifically for girls around 17-18 years old who are beginning to date. I firmly believe this should be watched together as a family so that you can have a conversation about the issues addressed.<br />
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Boys can benefit from watching the movie too so that they can learn about gentleman manners and behaviors that good women are looking for in men when searching for true love. The character, Clint, modeled appropriate behaviors for other boys to emulate in a dating or serious relationship. The movie will appeal to Christian families as there are several references to God and the Bible.<br />
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I highly recommend this award winning movie for your family night. You'll want to preview it first to decide whether it is appropriate for your younger children to view. The profound message was of importance to me so I allowed my ten-year-old daughter, Alyssa, to watch it with my supervision. This is a personal opinion. I encouraged her to ask questions while viewing it. She wasn't shy about sharing her thoughts with me. She knows that she can come to me and talk about this topic anytime in the future.<br />
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First, we gathered the necessary supplies to complete the paper weaving project. She needed colored paper, scissors, tape, and a glue stick. I printed the straight-lined base pattern from the Printables section on dark blue colored paper. The curriculum author offered two base pattern options. Alyssa also choose several other contrasting colors for her project. She cut horizontal strips about 1 inch wide. Then, the base pattern was folded on the center line. She cut each line, but did NOT cut all the way to the edge of the paper. Next, she weaved the strips of paper through each cut. She alternated going above and below the base strips. My daughter trimmed some ends of the paper strips and taped them down on the backside to keep them in place. Finally, she wrote Cambodia on the project. The author suggests that you that you cover the project with clear contact paper if you wanted to create a placemat, but we skipped this step. <br />
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My daughter learns so much from these biographies. The corresponding study guide contains a variety of activities that enable your child to dig deeper into the story bringing History to life. After reading one of the books in this series, she feels like she knows and is friends with the historical figure. The book is suitable for children ages 10 and up, but you could read it aloud to younger children especially if they are History book lovers. <br />
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A Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-62189020778597668812018-03-24T14:40:00.002-05:002018-03-24T14:46:22.650-05:00Human Anatomy and Physiology Vocabulary I'm blogging today about <b>Vocabulary</b> for my Blogging Through the Alphabet post. The focus this week is on Letter V. My 10-year-old daughter and I are currently using Apologia's Exploring Creation with Anatomy and Physiology for Science right now. It is designed to be used with children in K-6th grade.<br />
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There are several interactive vocabulary activities included in the Junior and Regular Notebooking Journals. I am currently using BOTH of the journals with Alyssa. The Regular Notebooking Journal which is intended for older children has awesome crossword puzzles to help your child learn relevant vocabulary and their definitions. Alyssa looks forward to these puzzles which can be found at the end of each lesson. The photo below covers terminology taught in Lesson 3. <br />
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Let me tell you about the new Á La Carte collection. The collections consists of individual downloadable digital items meant to enrich or enhance the learning process. The company offers a wide conglomeration of Á La Carte products covering various subjects, time periods, and topics. They are organized by Historical Eras and Project Types. This means that if you are wanting a file folder game for your children to play that's related to your studies, then you can look under Project Types and click on File Folder Game. You can easily find what you are looking for when browsing. There are items available to supplement your History, Geography, Science, Art, Music, Bible, and Language Arts curricula. Projects such as games, timelines, newspaper and creative writing activities, posters, lapbooking resources, and 3D authentic crafts are offered. Activities will vary for each Á La Carte item. They are continuously adding newly released Á La Carte products to their store.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">What We Received</span></b><br />
We received a family license for the <a href="https://store.homeschoolinthewoods.com/collections/a-la-carte-projects/products/art-gallery-file-folder-game" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Art Gallery File Folder Game</a> and the <a href="https://store.homeschoolinthewoods.com/collections/a-la-carte-projects/products/composers-through-history-timeline" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Composers Through History Timeline</a> which means we can only reproduce materials within our immediate family. Teacher and School licenses are also available to purchase.<br />
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The downloads were emailed to us in PDF format therefore an updated version of Adobe Reader is needed and <i>highly recommended</i> for printing ease. I downloaded and saved the files to my MAC computer using Chrome as my preferred browser. Both files are compatible with PC and MAC computers.<br />
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The timeline and game were used with my 10-year-old daughter who is in 4th grade. I wanted to add more Music and Art Appreciation into our homeschool day. These supplemental resources definitely enriched her studies. I also used the Composers Through History Timeline to review the Classical composers we previously studied. We started with Classical composers and then traveled back to the Middle Ages moving forward chronologically each day. The Art Gallery Game was used to help her identify and recognize artists and their major artworks. <br />
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Both of the Á La Carte products provided a Licenses For Use information page in addition to an Introduction and Tips page which includes detailed printing and assembly instructions. I HIGHLY suggest reading the Tips page first before printing anything out. The specific instructions for each project follow the Introduction page. Both include a bulleted list of supplies and numbered step-by-step directions.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Art Gallery File Folder Game</span></b><br />
The <a href="https://store.homeschoolinthewoods.com/collections/a-la-carte-projects/products/art-gallery-file-folder-game" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Art Gallery File Folder Game</a> teaches children about popular artists and their well-known masterpieces. This multi-player game is suitable for children in 3rd-12th grade. You can have up to four players with the option of adding more players if desired. You just need to print more pawn pieces on different colored cardstock paper. It can also be found in the <a href="https://store.homeschoolinthewoods.com/products/activity-pak-artists" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Artist Activity-Pak</a>.<br />
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The 70-page file consists of master printables, step-by-step instructions, and finished product photos for you to view while assembling the game. These printables enable you to create a gameboard, player pawns or markers, and game cards. The 60 Art game cards include beautifully detailed hand-drawn black and white or color images. This game is complete and includes everything you need to play.<br />
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As you travel around the gameboard your family will learn about 18 different artists by reading the mini biographies. The artist's name, a short 1-3 sentence biography, and birth and death dates are given for each artist. The artists taught on the gameboard and through the use of the cards are Monet, Rivera, Van Gogh, Da Vinci, Seurat, Rembrandt van Rijn, Renoir, Holbein, Michelangelo, El Greco, Manet, Goya, Remington, Copley, Beatrix Potter, Doré, Rubens, and Raphael.<br />
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Furthermore, you will learn about the different Art styles and eras during the Baroque, Renaissance, Impressionist, Modern, and Americana Art Movements.<br />
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<span style="font-weight: 700;"><i><u>How We Used It</u></i></span><br />
We downloaded, saved, printed, and assembled the game and markers. I printed the first 7 Art cards in color and the rest in black and white. I really wanted my daughter to see the artwork in its true form when possible. The information to learn was printed on the back side of each card. We chose NOT to laminate the game, but you may want to for extended use.<br />
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You will need colored pencils, scissors, glue stick, colored and white cardstock paper, copy paper, clear packing tape, ink, printer, computer, and two file folders to create this game. <i><b>It is imperative that you read the instructions before printing to avoid printing mistakes. </b></i><br />
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My daughter colored the gameboard while I cut out the Art cards and assembled the pawns. It was a simple and quick process. We had fun listening to music or watching our favorite television shows as we completed this step.<br />
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I wanted my daughter to be successful so I assigned a sub-set of 5-15 Art cards per day for her to study before we attempted to play the game. She studied 2-5 times per week. The first time we played the game, we used half of the deck. I hung several Art Cards around the house for her to study too. She flipped them over to read the information on the back. At first, I only required her to memorize the artist and masterpiece title. However, over time she quickly learned the material so I asked her to study and memorize the dates and mediums for each Art card to make the game more challenging.<br />
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We played the game after she studied the cards for several days. Alyssa chose her marker and placed it on any work of Art on the gameboard. We started at the same location. The Art Gallery cards were stacked in a pile face up. The player would view the artwork at the top of the pile and answer one or more questions correctly in order to move ahead. I wanted my daughter to familiarize herself with the artists and the masterpiece title. Therefore, she had to answer the first two questions correctly before she could move ahead one space in a clockwise direction. An incorrect response simply meant that she could not move forward and it was my turn to view the next card. We took turns playing.<br />
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<u>Questions Asked:</u><br />
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<li>What is the name of the work?</li>
<li>What year was it done?</li>
<li>What medium was it done in? </li>
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We played the game at least 7 times during the review period and each time she retained the information better. The objective of the game is to be the first player to make it around the gallery in order to win the game. She really enjoyed playing this game. Personally, I think she liked the fact that she beat me <i>every single time</i> we played even though I tried my hardest. She told me she wants to continue playing the game even after the review is posted.<br />
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The 9-page <a href="https://store.homeschoolinthewoods.com/collections/a-la-carte-projects/products/composers-through-history-timeline" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Composers Through History Timeline</a> file consists of master templates, detailed directions, and finished project photos to help you assemble the timeline properly. The timeline is originally found in the <a href="https://store.homeschoolinthewoods.com/products/activity-pak-composers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Composers Activity-Pak</a>. The file contains 2 pages consisting of 42 important black and white figures and three-pages of predated lines. Most of the composers are from the Romantic period. There are 22 figures in that era alone. Almost all of the figures were men. The blank timelines indicate the appropriate place for each well-known figure to be glued making it easier for children to assemble. The designer, Amy Pak, selected the composer names that were seen frequently in History programs.<br />
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This timeline is suitable for children in 3rd-12th grade. It covers seven musical eras beginning with Middle Ages (500 A.D.) and ending with the Modern 20th Century era. The musical era bars at the bottom of the printable can be color-coded. Each color represented a different era.<br />
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<li><span style="background-color: #cccccc;">Middle Ages</span> (500-1400)</li>
<li><span style="background-color: #f4cccc;">Renaissance</span> (1400-1600)</li>
<li><span style="background-color: lime;">Baroque</span> (1600-1750)</li>
<li><span style="background-color: yellow;">Classical</span> (1750-1820)</li>
<li><span style="background-color: magenta;">Romantic</span> (1820-1900)</li>
<li><span style="background-color: #3d85c6;">Impressionist</span> (1890-1940)</li>
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You'll need white cardstock, white copy paper, colored pencils, clear packing tape, and a glue stick to create this timeline. You might also want to borrow composer books and Cd's from the library and create a You Tube playlist of music for each composer ahead of time. <br />
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The timeline was stored in a manila envelope with our tub of Music resources. It can easily fold-up accordion style. You can also hole-punch one side to place in a binder if desired.<br />
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First, I cut out the timeline sections and taped them together on the back side to form a chronological overview representing the seven eras of music. Alyssa colored the timeline era bars at the bottom of the page for me. We researched 2-7 composers each day during the review period. My daughter colored the images while I read a short biography I found online or in books we already owned at home. We also searched for composer music samples on You Tube or Google. Then, she pasted the colored figure in the appropriate place on the timeline. I might have her research her favorite composer and complete a notebooking sheet about him.<br />
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She also used the timeline to accompany our History studies so that she could see when certain events during the American Revolution took place in relation to the composers who lived at the same time. </div>
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In my opinion, this is not a complete product. In order to get the most out of it, you'll need other resources to make the process more meaningful instead of just a cut-n-paste activity. You may want to read about the composers or hear samples of their music before gluing the figures on the timeline. </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Overall</span></b><br />
Both of the products were wonderful additions to our homeschool day and outstanding ways to incorporate more Music and Art into our schedule. The clearly-stated assembly directions were easy-to-follow.<br />
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My daughter's favorite product was the Art Gallery File Folder Game. It was easier to use and made learning Art fun. She was completely engaged in the process and mastered the information shared. Repetition was key to mastering the information and building her knowledge base. Alyssa said that she liked learning about all of the different artists and their works of Art. She continues to challenge herself to learn all the information.<br />
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The Composers Through History Timeline is an excellent resource or visual reference to use at a later time. As we study historical events, I'll ask Alyssa to show me when they took place in relation to the musical eras. Her favorite musical eras were the Classical, Baroque, and Romantic time periods. The music she liked most was more upbeat or emotional. She enjoyed listening to Beethoven and Mozart the most.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Recommendations</span></b><br />
I highly recommend the Á La Carte products from Home School in the Woods! These engaging products will appeal to individuals implementing a Unit Study, Delightful Learning, Eclectic, Activity-Based, or Thematic approach to learning. Classical and Charlotte Mason homeschoolers may also appreciate these activities. This is not the Traditional Textbook form of learning. <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">What We Loved</span></b><br />
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<li>Variety of Artists and Movements Covered in the Art Gallery Game</li>
<li>Art Gallery Teaches Art Mediums and Dates Not Just the Artists and Artwork Name </li>
<li>Clear Printing and Assembly Directions are Provided</li>
<li>File Printables Easily Accessible</li>
<li>Hands-On Learning, Multi-sensory Approach</li>
<li>Makes Learning Fun and Interactive</li>
<li>Easy to Store</li>
<li>Contains Almost Everything We Need to Complete Projects </li>
<li>Professional High Quality Images</li>
<li>Digital Downloads Means Immediate Use</li>
<li>Number of Composers Covered</li>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Possible Vendor Suggestions</span></b><br />
The composer timeline does NOT include biographies or MP3 music clips therefore you must research it independently online or in books if this is the route you take. This can be very time-consuming unless you already have resources in your home. I wish that the company included at least one musical composition and a mini biography with several interesting facts for each composer to make the product even more useful.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Wishful Thinking</span></b><br />
We wish we could see more historical time period recipe booklets, hands-on crafts, mapping resources, and possibly even mini thematic coloring books added to the Á La Carte product page.<br />
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<a href="https://store.homeschoolinthewoods.com/collections/a-la-carte-projects/products/art-gallery-file-folder-game" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Art Gallery File Folder Game</a> $6.95<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Other </b></span><b><span style="font-size: large;">Á La Carte</span></b><span style="font-size: large;"><b> Products of Interest</b></span><br />
After viewing the Á La Carte collection, my daughter and I made a list of individual products we'd like to purchase and try in the future.<br />
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<li><a href="https://store.homeschoolinthewoods.com/collections/a-la-carte-projects/products/name-that-state-file-folder-game" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Name That State! File Folder Game</a></li>
<li><a href="https://store.homeschoolinthewoods.com/collections/a-la-carte-projects/products/merchant-marauder-file-folder-game" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Merchant Marauder File Folder Game</a></li>
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A Learning Journeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09796182670039545255noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1151049058887204920.post-794249818507253502018-03-16T15:00:00.000-05:002018-03-17T09:41:33.622-05:00Umbrella Art from ThailandMy daughter finally completed her Level 1 <a href="http://totplay.blogspot.com/2017/05/homeschool-review-crew-entire-level-i.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ArtAchieve</a> projects. We reviewed this curriculum last year in May. Thankfully, the projects were finished before our subscription expired but it was cutting it close. The <a href="https://artachieve.com/art-classes-level-i/level-i-art-lesson-12-the-umbrella-from-thailand" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Umbrella from Thailand</a> project was one of the toughest projects in Level 1 for Alyssa. This lesson was meant for children in Grades 1 and up. We think it is more suitable for children in 3rd grade and up.<br />
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Children learn how to utilize paintbrush strokes to create many different textures. First, she practiced creating a texture chart on manila paper. Then, she chose her acrylic paint colors and watered them down. Next, she designed her umbrella and painted it.<br />
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For this project Alyssa painted a coffee filter with sunset colors. Then, we printed the palm tree template from printables section of the curriculum. She taped the template to the black construction paper so that she could cut out the sky area from both pieces of paper. Next, Alyssa flipped over the black paper and added glue to the rim and trees. She glued the colored coffee filter to the paper. Finally, she wrote Iran in the top left corner.</div>
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