The Beginning of Our School Year

Last week, we began getting our feet wet with homeschool. I tackled a few subjects at a time to see how long it would take them to complete certain things. It wasn't too bad. And then I would add a few things each day and we hit a wall. I realized the kids don't know when it will end and they assume this will last until we light the candles for light at dark!!! LOL! So, you know me .. I threw together a spreadsheet listing all their subjects and what needs accomplished each day for the week. It is amazing how much better they do when they can make choices about what they would like to do first and then second and they can highlight as they finish their work and see their accomplishments!! Erica has cried the first three days at different times for various reasons. The vocabulary is too hard ... the math has too many problems ... "I have to read two chapters???" It has been kind of funny to watch. You realize they really are doing a lot of work and they can do it, too! It has been a lot of fun to watch. We have had good times and we have had some bad ones .... but I think we are getting a little better at it all together, all around :) Pray for us when you think of us!! We really do want this to be enjoyable for everyone! And we are looking forward to our trip in September/October ....