by Learning Mama | May 18, 2016 | Uncategorized
First of all, what is a commonplace book? A commonplace book is a notebook (or other resource) that is used to record ideas, facts, quotes, and personal responses to information encountered while reading, studying, or just going about your daily life. You can use it...
by Learning Mama | May 11, 2016 | Homeschooling
With my second little learner just beginning to reach the incredibly exciting reading milestone, I’ve been trying to help build her pride and confidence as she acquires what is to her an extremely difficult skill. My first reader needed minimal encouragement in...
by Learning Mama | May 4, 2016 | Homeschooling
Well, it’s that time of year again, and after reviewing our learning goals and materials from the past year, I think I’ve finally got the next one figured out! Maybe. It’s been a busy year with my 5 year old joining us for some of our formal...
by Learning Mama | Apr 27, 2016 | Homeschooling
“Oh, I could never homeschool my kids!” You’ve heard it, and so have I. It’s often one of the first things said to you when you make a new friend at church or at the neighbourhood park. Sometimes you hear it from an old friend (perhaps they...
by Learning Mama | Apr 25, 2016 | Uncategorized
Baby Wren and the Great Gift is the latest book by the much loved Sally Lloyd-Jones, author of our family favourite, The Jesus Storybook Bible. We just love Lloyd-Jones around here! We read from her Bible storybook daily, and have also greatly appreciated her...
