This week the children and I decided to take a little holiday together. My husband couldn't come because he was needed at work. So the children and I left the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, for a short time, and enjoyed the green pastures and slow pace of my sisters farm. We arrived late in the afternoon and our daughter, Jade, immediately went out and about looking … [Read more...] about Our Holiday on the Farm
Archives for 2015
A Doctor Who, Paleobiology, and Minecraft Kind of Week
As Unschoolers our children choose what and when they want to learn something. We never force learning because we have found that our children learn better, and are happier when they get to decide what it is they want to learn about. Their love of learning blossomed when we got out of their way and let them take the lead in their education. This post may contain affiliate links. … [Read more...] about A Doctor Who, Paleobiology, and Minecraft Kind of Week
Making Nature Fairies
This week the children and I decided to make nature fairies as a welcome to the coming of fall. We saw a post about making them at Twig and Toadstool and the kids loved the idea. With the first cool nights and the leaves changing colors, this is a great time for collecting items outdoors. First we went on a nature hike and found pine cones, acorns, rocks, sticks and leaves. … [Read more...] about Making Nature Fairies
Harry Potter Day Activities for Kids
On Friday morning our son, Gabriel, woke up and proclaimed the day to be Harry Potter Day. Now, internationally, "Harry Potter Day" is on May 2nd, but in our home it was September 4th. Gabriel declared that we could only do Harry Potter themed crafts, experiments, movies, books, etc. Normally we don't do "themed crafts." Can you imagine my mad dash for Pinterest? Thank goodness I found a … [Read more...] about Harry Potter Day Activities for Kids
A Week in the the Life of Unschoolers
This post contains affiliate links. I will receive a small compensation if you purchase anything through my links. I only promote items that my family or I have used personally and have enjoyed. We've had a great couple of weeks here in Georgia. The weather has been slightly cooler and the humidity has been really low. If you've ever been to the South then you know what a blessing … [Read more...] about A Week in the the Life of Unschoolers
Our Day at the Booth Western Museum
On Saturday my husband and I took our children to the Booth Western Museum's 12th birthday celebration. The museum is located in Cartersville, Georgia. It is dedicated to all things western as you can tell from the enormous statue at the entrance of the cowboy on the bucking bronco. The Zoo Atlanta Mobile was out front giving a presentation about Pandas for this occassion. Our son, … [Read more...] about Our Day at the Booth Western Museum
Our Edible Plant Hike
On Friday I took our son, Gabriel, on a hike with a group of other homeschoolers. This hike was led by a Ranger and was going to cover the native edible plants in our area. We arrived at the Chattanooga River Environmental Education Center a bit early so we meandered around the pond until the others arrived. We had to watch our step because the ground was covered in duck poop, but the … [Read more...] about Our Edible Plant Hike
Back to “School”
This time of year many children are headed back to school! If you are in Public or Private school you are getting your new schedules, supplies, and getting to know your teacher. If you are a Homeschooler you are possibly getting back into a routine and starting on your new curriculum or maybe you school year round. But, if you are an Unschooler, like us, maybe your days look a little … [Read more...] about Back to “School”
Through the Lens of My Toddler
My toddler got a hold on my phone and managed to snap this photo of me. Here is Mom wearing no makeup. She's stressed from a play date gone horribly wrong. She has the beginnings of a headache. She has holes and spills on her shirt and pants. She has diaper cream in her hair. She loses her temper. She questions her abilities as a mother. She has doubts and fears. Yet through the … [Read more...] about Through the Lens of My Toddler
A Week in the Life of Unschoolers
Last week we were on our eight day vacation at the farm in Tennessee. This week, we are back home in Georgia. We got back home Sunday evening and had a grand time unpacking the car. If you have ever traveled with children then you can imagine how messy the vehicle was. We took it to the car wash station and gave it a good bath and vacuuming. My son, Gabriel, began his … [Read more...] about A Week in the Life of Unschoolers