In light of my discovery that a significant amount of Astrophysicists have dyslexia, I decided to start our year studying Galileo. Of course you don't have to have dyslexia to study Galileo, nor do you have to have dyslexia to use this lesson block. This block can also be adapted to any age, many of the … Continue reading Using Galileo to Study Astronomy, Math, History and Physics
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When You Are Home Sick and Home Schooled
I had the best of intentions this week, as you may have noticed, the month was all planned out. I did so well, the boy didn't even know Monday was a holiday. I'm tricky that way. As it happened, it didn't matter. Because sometime late night Monday early morning Tuesday, this happened: "Mom, I feel yucky, mom....mom....wake up. … Continue reading When You Are Home Sick and Home Schooled
Great Winter Activity
I really don't like winter. Really. I dislike being cold more than I dislike brussel sprouts. Well, maybe not. So, I am often encouraging my boy to play outside, in the cold, without me. Even though his skin doesn't like the cold, he loves the cold. He claims he wants to live in Alaska. On … Continue reading Great Winter Activity
Dr Isaiah releases some oxygen
So this week my son has become re-fascinated with VideoScience by Science House. They have an app for your iPad or phone, and they also have the website, that I have linked to. I have mentioned in previous posts on Break the Parenting Mold, that Isaiah has a fascination with combustion. I have often wondered … Continue reading Dr Isaiah releases some oxygen
Homeschooling My Way 