I planned Monday's work and the kids completed it fairly well, though I had to check on Colt and Karys that they actually complete the required amount. Sigh.
Then they got bored. Which turned into hours of playing games on the computer. Sigh.
So that evening, I pulled out one of the books I borrowed from the library, called Glues, Brews and Goos by Diana F. Marks. I was so impressed with it, I've ordered a copy of my own!
Today, when Dart had finished all his online work, and mumbled about being bored, I handed him the book and told him to choose a recipe.
He chose chocolate clay.
Of course!
And we even had the ingredients, so we had to give it a try.
Dart collected all the supplies and the other kids kept close eyes on what he was doing.
When it was spread on the tray to set for a couple of hours, Colt even helped with the cleaning up of the mixing jug! What a helpful brother!
I think it was a success! :)
Taffy had her last day on the free trial of Mathseeds and Reading Eggs. She has enjoyed both programs immensely and has done quite well. Now to decide if we should continue and pay for 6 months tuition, or try another program. I have been looking at Starfall, so we may have a little go with that one too. I ordered the Bob Books (Set 1 and 2) as I have worksheets for those and I'm thinking we may just go with those if she likes them. They are more hands on, less time on the computer, which is far better for a 5yr old in my opinion. Then I will still need to find a maths program for her.
I gave her a craft to do that will come in handy for her next Nature Play Mission, and she really enjoyed it.
I read a review on a site that teaches video game design, among other exciting topics, and it is on offer for 50% for a short while. I am waiting to hear back from them on a query about the cost for a group of students. Should be interesting!
Now to plan for tomorrow........ :)
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