Outside. Raisin is not a fan of nature, but we've had some learning moments outside looking at bugs and plants. Raisin is excited when the bulbs we planted sprout. He learned to write his letters on the driveway with chalk. We learn about sports and run around together.
3. The computer. My son loves computer time! His Spanish Program is computer based, and he also practices typing (some days begging to do it). He also loves to browse Google Earth
Board games and puzzles. We have an overabundance of board games and puzzles from garage sales, and my son loves these. I also make games based on what we are learning. I love the abundant storage space in the office/school room we have.
Toys in the playroom. We are blessed to have a room in the basement with carpet that is walled off. It is just perfect for a kids playroom. We don't have toys all over the living room! We get to keep them downstairs and out of sight! We incorporate school time in to playtime so sometimes Raisin doesn't mind so much when we're practicing math with blocks or he's listening to a read aloud while he plays with his sister. School in the playroom works well some of the time. We watch educational videos on Netflix and via the library. Raisin is watching some Spanish language programs to enhance his Spanish learning. My daughter learns sign language through Signing Time videos. A projector puts the video on to the basement wall so the kids can play as they watch or listen.
Co-op. We will be doing a co-op with a few different classes this year: a science class, a language arts/writing class, a family and consumer education class every few weeks, and a parent-led "club" which will be a different game or activity each week. It should be a lot of fun!
Field Trips. We like to go to a local children's museum. There are other museums and group events to enjoy too. We're a part of a homeschool group that does regular service at a retirement care center.
The car. We listen to books and talk as we drive. I'm sure my son learns a lot during "car schooling" time.
Everyday life. Folding the laundry, setting the table, cleaning the bathrooms, going to the cleaners, going to the post office. Raisin learns with each task we do around the house and community.
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