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I seem to have hit on an art project Sam really likes. These are done with construction paper and an Xacto knife. We talked briefly about complimentary colors and positive/negative space. The ones on the left were done Tuesday, the other two were done today. I’m kinda enjoying this project myself. 
I wonder if I could do card sized pieces and sell them on Etsy…? I’m kinda proud of my little witch. LOL!
This morning we were treated to a gorgeous sunrise. It was so freaking orange you’d think it was sunset… after a huge fire or something. There was even a rainbow.
After lunch we went on a listening walk. That was Jessie’s idea. We caught a leopard frog. Or at least I think it is. Could have sworn I ran across an entry for a frog that looks very similar… somewhere. The kids climbed the cedar tree. I’m going to make rabid tree climber out of Sam yet. 
I really enjoyed watching them climb. I think every kid should have a tree to climb.
Read a rather disturbing post today about the NEA (National Educational Association) and their current resolutions against homeschoolers. There is an online petition here that gives some of the details.
“The National Education Association believes that home schooling programs based on parental choice cannot provide the student with a comprehensive education experience. “
There sure is a lot of evidence to the contrary. Colleges are actively seeking homeschooled kids too. The petition link above includes a link to some impressive stats and more information (that I need to read).
Not exactly sure why this NEA resolution bothers me so much. I’ve seen other such things and ignored them successfully. Will have to spend some time thinking and reading more on it. Exactly WHY do I homeschool…? What makes ME think I AM qualified? Stay tuned….
October 19th, 2007 at 3:15 pm
lets see qualified? hmmmm
Your son is able to hold a conversation in Japanese with native speakers and they understand and praise him. He is interested in Math, History, Science etc. Both your children are rabid about learning in their own ways.
Yup, your not much of a teacher…. HELLO! you are doing a terrific job and your worrying about it confirms that. They are doing well because you care about giving them a well rounded program. They continue to do well because you have socialized your kids and devise ways for them to interact with others and not be isolated.
October 22nd, 2007 at 1:16 pm
I’m gonna save this email and read it every time I feel a little down about my “qualifications.”
Thank you!!!