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Friday, June 14, 2019

Learning Cursive in Narnia : Cursive Workbook


NARNIA HOMESCHOOL CURRICULUM 

Learning Cursive in Narnia is cursive workbook designed to give meaningful handwriting practice through copywork of beloved classic literature. Can be used as a first introduction to cursive or penmanship practice for teens and adults. Includes Cursive Alphabet Reference Chart (D'nealian Script), upper and lower case practice, Narnia related word practice and quotes for copywork . This book is perfect for use in homeschool, classroom, during summer, or anytime your child needs handwriting practice.

Why I Made This is Workbook
One of my boys struggles with his handwriting.  I looked all over for a cursive book that would peek his interest. I know that the best learning happens when connected to something meaningful, instead of just rote memorization.

We ordered a book themed workbook, based on another children's book series, but when I received it, I could tell it was not written by a teacher.  It was fun for practice, but not good at all for learning the formation of each letter and joining letters or correcting bad habits. As a homeschooling mother with a degree in Early Childhood Education, I knew I could do better.


The workbook we created has large illustrations with arrows on how to create each letter. Each page combines repetition of tracing and copying with the meaningful words and phrases from our family's favorite subject, the world of Narnia. The skills learned are thoughtfully scaffolded, as your child progresses from letters, to joining, to words, to quotes.


The words chosen for tracing and copying are found all throughout C.S. Lewis' beloved Narnia Series, including all the letters of the alphabet.  My boys helped me find many of the words, including "voyage" when I stumped for a v-word. The quotes for copywork are some of the most beloved in the novels, with many of our personal family favorites.


Contents:
  • Suggested Use and Schedule
  • Part one: Letter Practice
  • Part two: Word Practice
  • Part three: Quote Copywork

PART ONE letter practice.

PART TWO Word practice

PART THREE Quote Copywork 

My amazing detail oriented husband did all my editing, especially the hours of formatting lines and quotes.

Once we completed, I wanted to share the book with more families. My workbook is now for sale on Amazon.  It is Cursive workbook features over 70 pages of Narnia related cursive learning and practice using D’nealian Cursive.





BACK COVER
Book includes cursive practice of letters, words, and quotes.

Writing in the Wardrobe: Print Workbook



Don't forget to travel to Middle-Earth and Prince Edward Island after you leave Narnia:

Monday, June 10, 2019

Draw and Write Through History, 1850s to Modern Times


We are again using Draw and Write through History alongside My Father's World for Homeschool Art! I am amazed at how much my children have grown in their drawing skills using these books for the past four years!

The books are still used in conjunction with our workbox system, which creates more independence in the school day. These books are NOT consumables, so you can buy one for your family, then an inexpensive sketch pad for each child.


BOOKS NEEDED







SCHEDULE
Napoleon to Lady Liberty
Week 1 The Statue of Liberty page 58 

Week 2 Log Cabin page 54 

Week 3 Queen Victoria page 55

Week 7 Drummer Boy page 46

 Week 10 Steam Engine Train page 50

The 20th Century
Week 18 Titanic page 8

Week 19 World War 1 Soldier page AND 21 German U-Boat page 24

Week 20 the Red Baron page 26

Week 23 Amelia Earhart page 31 page 24 AND Sherman tank page 39

Week 25 Winston Churchill page 42

Week 26 Jaguar page 49 AND scarlet macaw page 51

Week 29 Apollo 11 page 58

Week 30 Martin Luther King Jr page 55






Wednesday, June 5, 2019

Talk Up Your Husband


Your words reflect your heart, but your words can also change your heart. In regards to spouses, negative words about your husband are going to give you more negative feelings about him. 

Talk up your husband.

Don't get me wrong, I'm all for processing out your problems, but I have found from personal experience that when I rehearse my frustrations about my husband over and over again, I can't heal from them and let them go. 

The opposite has also proved true, when I rehearse my husband's positive qualities, those are the ones that stick into my mind and heart. Positive words lead to positive feelings. When I tell others how amazing my husband is, my feelings follow. 

Talking up your husband not only improves him in your eyes, but makes you more of a joy to be around. To be frank, it is unpleasant to spend time with women who are constantly bashing their husbands. Talk up your husbands, for both your good.