What We Read and Our Homeschool Read Alouds ll October 2021

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It's time once again to share what we've been reading! We love books in our home and I'm excited to share with you all the wonderful treasures we found in the month of October. Join The Creative2xmom Family on their journey of being a family of 5! 💑20yrs led to 👱16 yrs, 👧13 yrs, and 👱 10 yrs.

2021-22 Read Aloud List: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5AXS5J4AcY&t=467s Fall Reading List: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cA4z3XcncZo&t=10s

What We Read ll Aug & Sept '21:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WQBegWIhFY Homeschool Haul ll Rainbow Resource, Christianbook, and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHPcEDTnp68

Thursday's Child Review:

http://creative2xmom.blogspot.com/2021/10/thursdays-child-review.html Contact us for business inquiries, reviews and collaborations: BethAnn_97@hotmail.com C O N N E C T subscribe at http://www.youtube.com/creative2xmom read at http://www.creative2xmom.blogspot.com like me on http://www.facebook.com/creative2xmom follow me on https://www.instagram.com/creative2xmom/ https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/52903?ref=nav_mybooks Music Attribution: Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod FTC Disclosure: This video is not sponsored. *This video is not intended for audiences under 13 years.

The Seed of Faith: A Christmas Miracle {Review}

 

It's the Christmas season and the little town of Shiloh is in the middle of a devastating drought (can anyone in California relate?).  The drought is so bad, in fact, that no one has a Christmas tree.  Just over the mountains lies another town ready to happily celebrate the holidays.  But three young boys realize how important it is to share with the people of Shiloh.  One night they decide to cross the mountains and bring Christmas to the small town, but on their journey, they encounter a raging storm unlike anything anyone's seen before.  While lost in the mountains, they meet a mysterious stranger named Josiah who brings them in, but disappears the following morning.  Will the townspeople get their Christmas miracle?

This is a sweet story that follow the lives of these young men determined to bring Christmas to the town of Shiloh.  It's a story of determination, selflessness, generosity, and miracles.  Written at a second to third grade level, The Seed of Faith is a beautiful lesson in holding to God in challenging times and focusing on the true meaning of Christmas, providing the reader with life lessons that will continue year round.

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

Weekend Links ll October 22, 2021

 

Science Experiments You Can Do with Apples

Shel Silverstein Lesson Pack

35+ Podcasts for Learning

Crochet Baby Blanket Patterns

Tea Party Printable

This Week:

What I'm Cooking:

Yeah for Rain!  California has sure needed it.  This week looks like we're finally getting a start on the rain we need to hopefully start climbing out of this drought.  It's been a few long hard years so we'll take every little bit we can get.

Since it's been raining, we've been craving all the soups and baking we can squeeze in.  There's nothing like coming in from the cold to a soup or stew that's been simmering all day so my crockpot has been working overtime.  My favorite this week was a pot of warm split pea soup paired with a loaf of fresh bread.

What I'm Reading:

I finally got a chance to started reading Gifted Hands by Ben Carson.  This is a man who has intrigued me for quite some time and his book has been on my TBR pile for awhile.  It's a quick read so I anticipate finishing it soon.

What I'm Doing:

I can't believe I'm saying this, but I've been trying to get a little Christmas planning done.  Beyond the party scheduling, I'm looking at details: picking up gifts here and there and stocking supplies for a few Christmas crafts.  It's going to be here before I know it and I'm trying to get ahead of the curve.

What I'm Enjoying:

Homemade granola...

Curling up with blankets...

Hot tea...

Good books...

Family board games!

What are you up to?

Black Ballerinas {Review}

 

This beautifully illustrated biography collective highlights black ballerinas from early 20th century to present day.  Each of these ballerinas forged the path for today's black dancers and have inspired generations of dance.  Each two page biography shares some biographical information on the ballerina and how she inspired Misty Copeland in her own dance journey.  Coming away from this book, I have a great appreciation of the rich dance history of this country.  I wish this book would have been wrapped up better in the end, but overall, it's a beautiful collective and would make a wonderful gift for the dancer in your life.

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

10 Things We Don't Do In Our Homeschool

*This post was originally published on 3/6/19.  Enjoy!

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Each homeschool is unique just as each family is unique.  Today I'm sharing ten good things that just don't fit into our homeschool.
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The Simple Rugged Path:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7HVorQE8LgvYfw8_zPiDAQ

The Waldock Way:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqCX1WaxK7QNR2dDdklS-VQ?fbclid=IwAR1PcS8CY_l6one6PrPI2HHSh7f6Ye_BJLjCeU7Ck_LIOm7vRuMLvmNxbfE

Playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdamhRE3YEBZ6oNyXPeTsfx46zV912Ps

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Navigating the Homeschool High School Years ll How I'm Preparing

 

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I'm not sure how we got here, but homeschool high school is right around the corner. Excuse me while I take deep breaths.

So I'm taking you along with me as I do some early research into what the high schools will look like in our home. Join The Creative2xmom Family on their journey of being a family of 5! 💑20yrs led to 👱16 yrs, 👧13 yrs, and 👱 10 yrs. Our Homeschool Word of the Year/ One Thing for 2021-22: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEAaKqVbBSE My Covid Experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF2roCps-mU 2021-22 Read Aloud List: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5AXS5J4AcY&t=467s Fall Reading List: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cA4z3XcncZo&t=10s Homeschool Haul ll Rainbow Resource, Christianbook, and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHPcEDTnp68 Contact us for business inquiries, reviews and collaborations: BethAnn_97@hotmail.com C O N N E C T subscribe at http://www.youtube.com/creative2xmom read at http://www.creative2xmom.blogspot.com like me on http://www.facebook.com/creative2xmom follow me on https://www.instagram.com/creative2xmom/ https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/52903?ref=nav_mybooks Music Attribution: Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod FTC Disclosure: This video is not sponsored. *This video is not intended for audiences under 13 years.

Thursday's Child {Review}

Margaret Thursday is a very lucky girl... for an orphan.  Found on the church steps as a baby, she's taken in by two elderly sisters and their housekeeper.  Her life isn't perfect, but it's good.  Until one day, the money that always appears for her upbringing stops.  As her caretakers age, Margaret is sent to live at an orphanage.  And it's a thousand times worse than she imagined.  

After crossing the matron one too many times, and learning that her new friends are in danger as well, Margaret plans a reckless escape that takes them all on a daring adventure of secrets, travel, and new found family.  But when the police start to close in, will Margaret be sent back to Matron?

I loved this book!  I had heard of Noel Stretfield before, but never read anything by this author.  Reminiscent of great childhood classics like The Secret Garden, Thursday's Child is full of adventure and mischief.  The writing style is rich with beautiful language and character development.  There are several characters introduced and each is developed well.  Margaret herself is written as strong female lead full of whit, wisdom, and independence.  The viewpoint changes often, but the author has a wonderful gift for making the story clear and interesting. 

This re-released edition is part of a series that is sure to engage middle and early high school readers.  Thursday's Child stands heads and shoulders above most books out there and I'm more than happy to look for more by this author.  

*Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book for review.  All opinions are my own.

 

Weekend Links ll October 8, 2021

 

Homemade Mulberry Pie

The Hard Part of Homeschooling Isn't Really the School

How Moms Can Make a Stress Free To Do List

10 Things You Need To Know To Homeschool

The Ultimate Guide to Using Story of the World in Your Homeschool

This Week:

What I'm Cooking:

Fall might finally be peaking its head out around here.  The mornings have been crisp and our days mild.  The garden is winding down and it feels like everything is being put to rest.  Except maybe mom.  I'm not sure we ever rest.  :-)

So soups have been sneaking their way back into our meal plan.  We had a particularly cool day earlier this week so I made a pot of lasagna soup.  This one is hardy and filling enough for the teenagers, and warm and comforting for all of us.

What I'm Reading:

My non-fiction book right now is Balanced and Barefoot.  Such a wonderful book for parenting well developed children from the early years.  Digs into the body and brain science behind spinning, climbing, exploring, jumping, going barefoot... this is a book I'd like to put in the hands of every new parent.

What I'm Doing:

We started some seedlings this week.  Not much compared to the summer, but I'd like to get to the point where I can have a small garden that changes with the seasons.  

What I'm Enjoying:

Cool, crisp mornings...

Warm filling soups...

Rollerskating...

Zucchini muffins...

Kitty snuggles!

What are you up to?

How to Make a Charlotte Mason Book of Centuries

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 Join The Creative2xmom Family on their journey of being a family of 5! 💑20yrs led to 👱15 yrs, 👧13 yrs, and 👱 10 yrs.

My Covid Experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF2roCps-mU 2021-22 Read Aloud List: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5AXS5J4AcY&t=467s Fall Reading List: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cA4z3XcncZo&t=10s Homeschool Haul ll Rainbow Resource, Christianbook, and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHPcEDTnp68 Contact us for business inquiries, reviews and collaborations: BethAnn_97@hotmail.com C O N N E C T subscribe at http://www.youtube.com/creative2xmom read at http://www.creative2xmom.blogspot.com like me on http://www.facebook.com/creative2xmom follow me on https://www.instagram.com/creative2xmom/ https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/52903?ref=nav_mybooks Music Attribution: Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod FTC Disclosure: This video is not sponsored. *This video is not intended for audiences under 13 years.

Our Homeschool Word of the Year & Our "One Thing" for 2021-22

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 Join The Creative2xmom Family on their journey of being a family of 5! 💑20yrs led to 👱15 yrs, 👧13 yrs, and 👱 10 yrs.

My Covid Experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF2roCps-mU 2021-22 Read Aloud List: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5AXS5J4AcY&t=467s Fall Reading List: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cA4z3XcncZo&t=10s Homeschool Haul ll Rainbow Resource, Christianbook, and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHPcEDTnp68 Contact us for business inquiries, reviews and collaborations: BethAnn_97@hotmail.com C O N N E C T subscribe at http://www.youtube.com/creative2xmom read at http://www.creative2xmom.blogspot.com like me on http://www.facebook.com/creative2xmom follow me on https://www.instagram.com/creative2xmom/ https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/52903?ref=nav_mybooks Music Attribution: Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod FTC Disclosure: This video is not sponsored. *This video is not intended for audiences under 13 years.