Month: November 2012
November 21, 2012
I know this is a secular curriculum, and not everyone celebrates Christmas. That being said, if you do celebrate it, I’ve written a really fun unit study based on four of Jan Brett’s popular picture books. If you aren’t familiar with Jan Brett, then you are in for a treat! Her illustrations are gorgeous and … Continue reading "Unit Study: A Jan Brett Christmas!"
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November 14, 2012
I came across this blog today and thought it might be of interest to anyone considering using Build Your Library. She is currently using Grade 1 – The Ancient World and she blogs about her school day at NewAdventuresHS. If you are currently using Build Your Library, either a full year program or a unit study, and … Continue reading "Blog Review of Build Your Library"
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November 4, 2012
When most people think of J.R.R. Tolkien, they think of the Lord of the Rings, especially since the release of Peter Jackson’s movie version several years ago. However, Tolkien wrote The Hobbit first, and it is a reading experience that is not to be missed. Enter the world of Middle-Earth, home to hobbits, dwarves, wizards … Continue reading "Unit Study: The Hobbit"
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