Cursive Writing.

So the curriculum we selected has the girls learning to write in cursive. I didn't learn that skill until at least 2nd and 3rd grade in elementary school the girls are in K5 and K4. Chloe has taken off with this new way of writing and is much neater than her print ever was. Molly does some letters better than others and occasionally will just print, but hey she's doing more than most 4 year olds out there, so I must give her loads of credit. The girls know there vowels and just about every other day they are learning a new consonant, and how to write it as well. Chloe's preschool days help a bunch. Molly puts on like she doesn't know something, then when listening in on her playing school, and to here her and see here role play, it confirms she has actually learned something. Tomorrow holds a trip out to play and meet some more homeschool moms and kids.

Skating

Today we went to the local skating rink that offers a nice discount to home school families and have 1 session a month. Chloe was falling all over the place, I offered as much incite as I could from what I remembered from helping to teach at Haygood when we lived in VABeach and my lil brother now 20years old took lessons. It's been over 10years. So, as the 2 hours session went on she improved a little, but will need some practice. Molly was happy enough with the skates on and rolling around on the carpet. They allowed parents to walk on the rink (Thank the Lord for that) so Stephan and I took turns, Mostly Stephan in walking around helping Chloe not to totally injure herself. He was terribly tired, from working but wouldn't have missed this outing for the world.. it was yet another priceless event, and well both kids would have been stuck on the carpet, b/c Tristen is too little still to be just held w/ one arm. Once home we finished up some school work review, the girls have started blending letters. Ta, Te, Ti, To, Tu. Then it was outside to enjoy some fresh fall air, Tristen can sit just right in the baby swing, and loves to take in the sights of her big sisters running around the yard and then swinging next to her. Both girls had their bangs and hair trimmed by me!! Looks fine trust me Stephan didn't loose his head when he woke up, plus it saved us $20 plus tip.. Now I just need to teach Stephan some tricks and he can trim mine that would save another $20 plus tip. Since us ladies usually get the hair trimmed at least ever 3-4months. I'm all about saving!!

Homeschool update

The girls had started out on the A beka academy DVD program. It's been 15 lessons in and they get very bored with the DVDs. Thankfully we had a 30 day grace period to decide if we like the program, well we like the work, and the lay out of the program, however the DVDs are not working out. I called A Beka academy and changed out program to a parent guided program, and we are just waiting on the additional books and teaching aids to arrive. So for now we are using the DVDs then ship them back once the additional books are received. Both girls are doing great, we have learned all the vowels and their sounds, a,e,i,o,u. They are learning to write in cursive, Chloe's writing is turning our beautifully, Molly is needing some extra practice, but is getting there, she hadn't learned how to write all the letters like Chloe had in preschool. Both can write the number 1 and 2, they are also learning about money, currently pennies. We are doing a Bible curriculum as well, so they have memory verses that go along with the letters of the alphabet. So far they have learned their I verse: If ye shall ask anything in my name I will do it. John 14:14, and the E verse: Even a child is known by his doing Proverbs 20:11. We have learned about creation, Adam and Eve, and About how Jesus died on the cross for our sins and rose on the 3rd day. There have been songs and poems to learn, and they are enjoying the ability to take breaks when needed, to just be a kid. What an adventure home schooling has been in these very few weeks. Stephan and I are looking forward to continuing this close involvement in the girls education, there is something very rewarding about being the one to help teach your child to read and write, and to watch them blossom as they become smarter by the day.

Baby cereal....

This week Tristen has started on rice cereal, and she loves it. Just about 2tbsp worth around dinner time. Because she still gets momma's milk it will likely be another 2months until she needs to start veggies and fruit. So we will just focus on introducing other cereals, and building up to 4tbsp worth. Tristen is growing by the minute and has a check up in a few weeks so we will be able to see just how big she is getting. Shortly after that second round of shots she will be getting her very own earrings.

Day of Dance

The Girls started a Ballet and Tap class last week, this class will be every Thursday afternoon from September through May, with a big recital at the end to show off what they have learned. Today Stephan managed school work this morning and getting them ready, ponytails and all this afternoon for dance. I worked today, as we are blessed enough for a job that allows me to work on Stephan's weekdays off. So far the girls are loving the class and are excited about becoming little ballerinas and tap dancers. I'll try to get a snap shot of the girls in their dance garb. It's too cute, and they just look so grown up all dressed up.

Starting out.

This is the start of a blog for family and friends alike, near and far away. My tot site is full, and I do not care to pay to have it made larger, for more photos. This blog will be a place where I will keep you updated on milestones that have been reached, and our exciting adventure of homeschooling the girls. Love to all.