What We Read ll Feb 2019

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Sharing what our family read this month...
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This Open Collab is hosted by:
Mommy & Mia Homeschool Chronicles: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmcrZSa0FOG6FH5BUv8QNDg
The Simple Rugged Path: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7HVorQE8LgvYfw8_zPiDAQ
Creative 2X Mom: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_jc2X9jKUgTkoxsPB49_bg

Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLId_JNKYCQ7KKA1BqMTH4q4Gaz43OrZvA&jct=YLWHBrPkk8M2nmXKX8KICy3RKCLXIg

Winter Book Swap Unboxing:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AC_H9eJSkOw

The Mozart Girl Review:
http://creative2xmom.blogspot.com/2019/02/the-mozart-girl-review.html

Raising Giant Killers Review:
http://creative2xmom.blogspot.com/2019/02/raising-giant-killers-review.html

Boy Mom Review:
https://creative2xmom.blogspot.com/2019/03/boy-mom-review.html

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A Gameschooling Plan

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Today's video is all about how we use Gameschooling in our Homeschool and remember to bring the fun back into learning.

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Raising Giant Killers {Review}

  Much of my parenting journey has been birth out of intentionality.  I remember being pregnant with my oldest and realizing what a special gift it was to be his mom.  From the very beginning of my life as a parent, I wanted nothing more than to be intentional in my interactions and choices with my children.  So when I heard about this newest book by Bill and Beni Johnson, I was intrigued.  And hopeful.  Releasing my child into his divine destiny?  Sign me up!

  But coming away from this one, I have many mixed feelings.  I wanted so badly to whole heartedly endorse this book; I struggle to put into words the strange mixed bag of emotions that I'm stepping away with.  Let's try to break it down:

Pros:

• The Johnson put a special emphasis on being intentional in our parenting.  As parents, we can't live in reaction to our children.  Through prayer and guidance, we need to take active, intentional steps in preparing for this journey.
• Speaking life over our children.  In today's world, so much is breaking our children down.  It's become the norm, not only to speak poorly of ourselves, but to speak poorly of others.  There is very little filter and often that leads to breaking others down with our words and attitudes.
• Praying over our children from a young age.  It's never too early, or too late, to be praying over our children, their identity, and the lives they will live in, and out, of our homes.

Cons:

• There were some questionable verses taken out of context that sent up red flags right away.  I often felt a check in my heart that things just didn't line up.
• The authors make some far fetched guesses as to the background of some prominent Biblical characters, potentially skewing the intended message to fit their agenda.

This is one of those books that I struggled with reviewing.  There was so much good focused on being intentional, speaking identity, and building up our children with our words and attitude.  And for that, I am extremely grateful for this book and the Johnson's message.  But there was just too many red flags popping up left and right concerning the theology that is the backbone of this book.  So I think for a seasoned parent that's looking for refreshment and refocusing, this could be the answer.  But for a new parent, or a new Christian, I really hesitate to recommend this book.  In all reality, Raising Giant Killers has some great meal, but it filled with bones.  Chew carefully.

*Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the publisher.  All opinions are my own.

Top Five Reading Resources ll Homeschooling on a Budget

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Teaching your child to read can be really intimidating... especially if you're on a budget.  Join me in today's video where I share how we taught three preschoolers how to read spending very little money.

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Our Sixth Grade Reading List

Sixth Grade continues to build on more elaborate themes and characters.  The storylines continue to deeper and we see more realistic issues.  Students are introduced to multiple types of conflict including conflict with self.  It's from this point on that I find myself stealing book off my daughter's shelf because I want to read them too.

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
A Long Walk to Water
Black Gold
Blue Willow
Caddie Woodlawn
Call it Courage
Elijah of Buxton
The Giver
The Indian in the Cupboard
The Invention of Hugo Cabret
Island of the Blue Dolphins
The Lions of Little Rock
My Side of the Mountain
Number the Stars
Old Yeller
Rascal
Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm
The Secret Garden
Swiss Family Robinson
Treasure Island
Tuck Everlasting
Wizard of Oz
Wonder
Zia

What are your favorite books for this age?

For more suggestions see our
 First & Second Grade Reading List
 Third Grade Reading List
 Fourth Grade Reading List
Fifth Grade Reading List

Thinking Tree Adventure Handbook Flip Through

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Sharing a flip through and my first impressions of the Thinking Tree Adventure Handbook... checking out the layout, prompts and how this fun schooling journal is  formatted.

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Thinking Tree Adventure Handbook Flip-Through

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Sharing a flip through and my first impressions of the Thinking Tree Adventure Handbook... checking out the layout, prompts and how this fun schooling journal is  formatted.

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The Mozart Girl {Review}

Nannerl Mozart, a 12 year old musician, is living her dream.  Traveling throughout Europe, meeting kings and queens, she and her brother Wolfgang share a special bond as the famous Mozart siblings.  But Nannerl has a secret, one that she hasn't even shared with Wolfgang.  She longs to be a composer.

Working in secret, Nannerl begins her composition while on tour with the family.  In her spare time, she sneaks away to write music and learn the violin.  But between Papa's ideas about women and music, and Wolfi's stealing the spotlight, will Nannerl be able to rise up and make a name of her own?

Loosely based on history, The Mozart Girl gives an inside glimpse into the story of a very famous and talented family.  At the end of the book, the author includes a brief explanation of which "facts" were real and which were fictitious.  While Nannerl was the talented older sister of Wolfgang Mozart, much of this story is fiction.  And while I did enjoy the book, the tone was quite modern and a bit out of character.  This is a book that I would gladly put in my daughter's hands, but with a clear understanding that this story is far from accurate.

*Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the publisher.  All opinions are my own.

Our Fifth Grade Reading List

Fifth grade can be tricky.  Reading abilities are all over the place, themes are becoming more complicated, and vocabulary takes a leap in preparation for middle school.  In developing this reading list, I tried to keep the storylines interesting to hold the child's interest, while also challenging their way of thinking.  And we do love historical fiction in our home as you'll see reflected in these books:

My Side of the Mountain
Little Women
Peter Pan
Bridge to Terabithia
Anne of Green Gables
Moby Dick
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe
Where the Red Fern Grows
City of Ember
Bud, Not Buddy
Shiloh
Mr. Lemoncello's Library
Call of the Wild
Rascal
Robin Hood
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Toulaine
The War that Saved My Life
The Sign of the Beaver
Wizard of Oz

What are your favorite books for this age?

For more suggestions see our
 First & Second Grade Reading List
 Third Grade Reading List
 Fourth Grade Reading List

Three Ways I Am Wrecking My Homeschool

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Homeschooling has so many moving components... curriculum, scheduling, hitting all the subjects... but what if the issues that are wrecking my homeschool stem back to me?

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Be the Best Version of You ll 10 Affirmations to Live By

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What are affirmations?  And how do they fit into the Christian life?  Join me today and see how we're learning to speak truth into our every day lives.

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Listening Beyond the Words: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYNfDyZAvNnMcGBieLALunw

The Recycle Mom: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFBkFJSa-WKLCVnBnwXVc5w

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Secret Channel Book Swap Unboxing ll Collab

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Today I'm unboxing my package from the Secret Channel Book Swap!  I'm so excited to dig in and enjoy these treats from my partner.  Also stay tuned for February 28th, where I'll select one of these books to read and review.  Enjoy!

Ingrid of Mommy & Mia Homeschool Chronicles: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmcrZSa0FOG6FH5BUv8QNDg

Kim// The Homeschooling Grammy:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwJvLhRZtwxRwisPrlKTKzw

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Our February Morning Basket

Sharing the books and ideas in our February Morning Baskets. Click "show more" for multiple links and blog post.

The Simple Rugged Path:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7HVorQE8LgvYfw8_zPiDAQ

Bytes of Memory:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZYXBRaow7qaPnA5i0kf2bw

The Brave Homeschooling Mama:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNT9jeaMb7ylcKvZm5yq2Zg

You are an Artist:
https://www.chalkpastel.com

Art for Kids Hub:
https://www.youtube.com/user/ArtforKidsHub


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Mid-Year Homeschool Update

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Today I'm sharing what's working in our homeschool, what's not working in our homeschool... and future plans that could really shake things up.
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Mommy & Mia Homeschool Chronicles https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmcrZSa0FOG6FH5BUv8QNDg

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Confessions of a Homeschooler Literature Units Vol 1:
http://store.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=70_100_101&products_id=257

Penguin Lapbook:
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Penguin-Craft-Freebie-3400764

You are an Artist website:
https://www.chalkpastel.com

You are an Artist on Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/user/triciahodges

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Our Fourth Grade Reading List

Fourth Grade novels signal a transition in themes for more readers.  While many books like Paddington remain light, lots of books also develop a more mature theme and tone.  Our favorite books from this age range fall in the category of historical fiction, sparking a love for history and cultures.

A Bear Called Paddington
The Black Stallion
The Borrowers
By The Great Horn Spoon
Black Beauty
Caddie Woodlawn
Charlie and The Chocolate Factory
Dear America series
Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective
Heidi
The Secret Garden
The Sign of the Beaver
Swiss Family Robinson
Tom Sawyer
Treasure Island
The Whipping Boy
Wind in the Willows
The Voyage of Dr. Doolittle

What would you add to the list?

Also see:

Our First and Second Grade Reading List

Our Third Grade Reading List

Five Ways to Add Fun to Your Homeschool

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Five Ways to Add Fun to Your Homeschool... Maybe more!

Mommy & Mia Homeschool Chronicles https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmcrZSa0FOG6FH5BUv8QNDg

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Playlist:
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