I realize it’s June.
I know that our newest addition will be here soon.
But I’ve always loved Japan.
Don’t ask me why
I really have no idea.
Probably because of all the stinkin’ adorable cartoons like this:
Anyway, for some background: I started off the 2008 Homeschool year with a goal of teaching my children Japanese.
Well, not the entire language.
But at least the basics.
And Yet, here we are near the end of the “Official” year, and I’ve yet to teach them anything more then how to count to 10.
Everybody can do that.
Seriously, watch this video….You’ll have it down in no time.
So in an attempt to mask my failure,
I’m cramming in one last theme for the year.
Just to make me feel better.
So This is it.
One Last Hurrah before Summer Hits,
and the Baby is here and I’m completely unable to form even English words into sentences.
I’m really actually excited about this topic.
(Did I mention I love Japan)
So to kick of the learning, I broke out one of my favorite art kits
And I gave the kids a mini-lesson in Sumi-e painting.
Here’s a shot of the inside.
The kit comes with everything you need
You can snag it for under $15 at Amazon.
Can you tell that they loved it!
Can you tell that I loved it?
I posted all the photos here in case you want to make some with your kiddos.
They’re really fun….and Frameable for gifts and classroom decorations.
(Make a black frame from construction paper)
(Ohhh or even better, use bamboo sticks if you can find them)
Anyway, stay tuned for lots more Japanese Crafts and Activities from us!
Next year I’m actually going to write my goals down.
(someone tell me how to keep it all straight?)
And Please people…..
Make me feel better!
What did you set as a goal this year, and completely ignore?
I know there are some of you out there……..Spill it.
You’ll feel better
And so will I.
So my boys just turned 4 about 3 months ago, and they’ve known their letters for a while. I had this big plan of teaching them to read and making sure they know their numbers.
Then reality struck, while theyr’e academically ready they weren’t emotionally ready. So, we’ve been working on the emotional part of sitting down and focusing for longer than 30 seconds. So I ignored the ridiculous over the top goal I came up with :)
Too funny Valerie, I bought a art program with good intentions BUT, we did two lessons. The funny thing is that I debated on this program for two days at a homeschool conference and convinced my sister to buy it also (she made it to lesson 4). So my plan now is to do it in the summer. Hmmmm….. wonder if I will stick to that!
You have a baby due next month- congratulations! I would like to homeschool my 7 year old and 5 year old, but I’m nervous about having a newborn in the middle of the school year. I’m due at Christmas. I’ve struggled with emotional health after my other two babies are born, so I’m concerned that I will be in over my head. I haven’t made a decision- keeping in prayer and trying to discern what God’s will is for my family.
Jen
Creative and Curious Kids!