Forward Movement

We are moving steadily through curriculum and seasonally related projects. Time is flying by! It's difficult to believe we're already at the end of November. The changing weather keeps us in check : )

Curriculum plans for December-February include:
Saxon Math 3 Part 2
Singapore Challenging Word Problems 2
Logic
Minimus Latin
Vocabulary Vine Latin
MCP Plaid Phonics Level D
Spelling Workout C
First Language Lessons 3 (grammar / writing)
Journal Writing
Creative Writing
Research Writing
*currently looking for a new writing curriculum - considering Royal Fireworks Press*
Independent Reading
Children's Literature Classics - Anne of Avonlea then Anne of the Island
Story of the World 2
Holidays Unit Study
American History Unit Studies
Seasonal calendar-related research and projects
Building Foundations of Scientific Understanding
Earth Science Unit Studies
Field Trips
Dance
Music
Art

Yoga
Ice Skating
Bicycling
Hiking
Outdoor Time
Playtime (this is listed last but not last in importance!)

Did I miss anything?!

Native American Unit Study

This month we embarked on a Native American unit study, concurrently with Native American Heritage Month and Thanksgiving. Among the projects we made were a life-sized tepee and this cool totem pole! We're now incorporating the Thanksgiving unit study.

The Beach in November

Yesterday, on a cloudy, mild day, we took a trip to the beach. It was the first time we visited the beach in November. We checked out two new places, one with an awesome bike path. It was beautiful - a day to remember.