Homeschool Pool Party

We have been having a great time hanging out with other homeschoolers since we attended the field trip.  The recent pool party was so much fun.  One of my favorite things about homeschooling is that it allows the kids to get to know and socialize with children of all ages, not just the ones in their peer group.  There must have been 15 to 20 kids there that day, and none of us mothers had to intervene once!  They were all well-behaved and respectful of each other.  It was an incredibly refreshing experience for me.  I also liked getting to know some homeschool moms :)  We enjoyed a rousing political discussion - who said you shouldn't talk about religion or politics at a party?

Visitors

Our new friends Grace, Luke and Anthony came to see our boat, garden and chickens.  They especially enjoyed swinging in the rigging.

Easter Cards

We used our beautiful Lino prints to make Easter cards for all of our family

 

Colorful Creations

Art class was a huge success today!  I introduced the children to Lino prints and they loved it.  First we sketched a simple picture  - Madison chose a flower and Marco, a rooster . . .

Then the kids drew their design on the Lino tile and gouged it out . . .

We risked a huge mess on the boat and ended up with these beautiful prints!

Field Trip Friday!

Our visit to Bahamas Wall as part of a group of homeschoolers for a presentation of their renewable energy systems was extremely enlightening - as much for me as for the kids.  Mr. Holdom was engaging and knowledgeable and the children thoroughly enjoyed it.  We especially liked getting to know some other local homeschoolers!