Declaration of Independence Copywork Notebooks

Declaration of Independence Copywork Notebook - only $1.00 (Through Monday, October 4)

Includes:

• 3 Notebook Cover Choices
• The Entire Text of The Declaration of Independence
• Basic-lines Copywork
• Primary-lines Copywork
• Additional Templates in Both Basic and Primary-lined options

You might also be interested in the following titles:

Signers of the Declaration of Independence Notebooking Pages - $1.00 (Through Monday, October 4)

Includes:

• Study Helps
• 2 Cover Choices
• 3 Templates for Each Signer
• One Basic-lined, One Primary-lined
• Fact Sheet for Each Signer

Includes discount links to more titles (each only $1.00) after purchase.

Signers of the Declaration of Independence Mini-books and Flashcards - $1.00 (Through Monday, October 4)

• Study Helps
• Cover Art for Each Signer
• 2 Mini-book Options
• Art for Flashcards
• Pocket for Flashcards
• 8 Flashcard Options

Includes discount links to more titles (each only $1.00) after purchase.

School and Chore Charts Tutorial

So nearly 20,000 of you have downloaded this chore chart system, but do you use it?  Do you see the vision here?  So many times I download something from the internet and think to myself "well, that's cute, but I don't get it."  So yesterday, I made my son a new chart (the last one got destroyed long ago when we moved).  I know, it took me nearly two year to get around to making him a new one.  I'm not sure why?   I guess I thought he was getting too old for it.  But, when he saw it finished he said "Oh mom, I remember that chart... I loved it!"  Then my 14 year old daughter asked when hers was going to be finished.   I was shocked!  But, it's so easy to use, you'll see why.

Here's what you'll need to get started:

• half size poster board (if you're using the smaller chart you can use the small poster boards that come in a 5 pack)
• velcro sticker buttons (keep in mind that you will need double of one side of the velcro to add to the poster board)
• scissors
• double stick tape
• I also print out something like 'Chris' Chore Chart' to add to the top

Here's how I put it together...

1. First, print off your card choice (small or large)... I personally like the large.  
2. Cut them out and laminate them.   
3. Print out the grid using colored paper (if desired) and laminate.  
4. On your grid chart, add a velcro button to each square
5. Then add the opposite velcro button to the velcro on the grid chart  
6. Next, add all the cards to the grid... the 'opposite' side of velcro will stick to the back of the cards.
7. Now add the 'opposites' again to the back of the cards.  
8. Add double stick tape to the grid and add it to the bottom of the poster board.
9. Above the poster board add all the cards. 
10. Add title with glue or double stick tape.
11. Trim around the poster board

Cards before laminating.

Chart before trimming the poster board.

Finished Charts

In the morning, I just put everything I want him to do that day on the top portion of the chart.  Once he's completed the task he then puts the card on the grid portion.  He's finished when the grid is full.  And,  all you have to do is grab the cards you want them to accomplish that day and move them off the grid.  SO EASY!!!

New Titles - Signers of the Declaration of Independence

Signers of the Declaration of Independence Mini-books and Flashcards

This title is available for only $1.00 through Monday,October 4.  As an added bonus, I've added two related titles for only $1.00 each with the purchase of this title!  You will receive discount links for these titles with your purchase, so keep an eye out for those! 

Study then record what you learn about the great Founding Fathers of the United States of America.  Many of these great men lost everything in the hopes of a free nation.  

Included:

• Study Helps
• Cover Art for Each Signer
• 2 Mini-book Options
• Art for Flashcards
• Pocket for Flashcards
• 8 Flashcard Options

Signers of the Declaration of Independence Notebooking Pages

This title is available for only $1.00 through Monday,October 4.  As an added bonus, I've added three related titles for only $1.00 each with the purchase of this title!  You will receive discount links for these titles with your purchase, so keep an eye out for those! 

Study then record what you learn about the great Founding Fathers of the United States of America.  Many of these great men lost everything in the hopes of a free nation.  

Included:

• 3 templates for each signer
• basic-lined
• primary-lined
• fact sheet
• Additional layouts also available for addition study

Lives of Signers of the Declaration of Independence

My daughter will begin reading this book Monday and I want her to write a short narration for each of the 56 founders.  I just published Signers of the Declaration Notebooking Pages for she and my son to use during our study.  This title will sell for $5.00, but now through Monday, October 4 I'm selling it for only $1.00.  With your purchase you will also receive discount links to three related titles for $1.00 each.







 Here are a couple website
s that might also help with your study...

• Biographies of the signers
• Basic facts about the signers   

Science Choices for 2010-2011

Melanie:
Apologia Creation with General Science - we own the 1st edition

Supplements:
Exploring Creation with General Science Audio Book MP3-CD

Apologia General Science 1st Edition Lapbook Journal


Christian:
Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology by Jeannie Fulbright

Supplements:
Notebooking Journal for Human Anatomy and Physiology by Jeannie Fulbright

Book List for History

I usually have my book lists for the year all made up by the time we start school, along with tons of resources and notebooking pages all made up. But this summer was so extremely busy that I've only made up a small part of my book list and nothing else. However, I do have lots of books in mind. We are studying American History this year, picking up where we left off last year. We will begin with the French and Indian Wars.

We typically spend 1 to 2 weeks on each section. I'm hoping to get through a lot this year, but that's always my goal ;) Life has a way of getting in the way most of the time! As I decide on more books, I'll add it to this post, along with links to other resources I find to go along.

Our spine for history this year is All American History Volume 1... we started in Unit 3. Although, we will also be using parts of A New World of Adventure, as well.

French and Indian Wars - 1690-1765

Group Literature - Calico Captive

• Easy Fun School Study Guide
• About Elizabeth George Speare (Author)

Melanie - The Real Benjamin Franklin

Christian - Benjamin Franklin (In Their Own Words)

American Revolution - 1765-1783

Unit Study by Cindy Downes

Group Literature - Johnny Tremain

• Spark notes for Johnny Tremain
• Lesson Plans
• Study guide - 1 - includes information about author
• Study guide - 2
• Study guide - 3
• Johnny Tremain movie

I found the audio book of Johnny Tremain at my library. 

Melanie - Lives of the Signers

Christian - George Washington's Socks 

Framing a New Government - 1783-1800

Group Literature - Winter Hero

Melanie - The Real Thomas Jefferson

Christian - Thomas Jefferson: Third President of the United States (Childhood of Famous Americans)

Pre-Civil War - National Growth/Western Exploration

Group Literature: Of Courage Undaunted

Melanie - ????

Christian - Francis Scott Key (Sower Series)

Well, that's all I've got so far... like I said I still have a long way to go. But, I'm getting there and with a little luck, I'll have it all figured out soon!

By the way, my kids are posting most of their assignments on their school blogs this year. As I mentioned earlier I've been busy and looking for resources and making them is something I just don't have time for right now. They are basically adding narrations to their blogs and we have group discussion as well. It's working really well so far. Plus, the great thing about blogs is that it's like keeping a portfolio of all their work online, where it can't get lost.

Anyway... this post is UNDER CONSTRUCTION! More to come soon, I hope!!!

Followers Giveaway... And the Winners Are...

First, I want to thank all those who entered the giveaway! I wish I could give something to everyone!

So let's get to it!

Insect Combo Winner: Pati

All 50 States Winner: Erica Halmar

All Science and Nature Bundle Winner: Sandra from Colourful Children

All American Bundle Winner: Theresa Cooper

Notebooking Nook's Complete Collection Winner: Trish from God's Army School

Congrats to all the winners!!!

Headin' Out of Town

We're heading to our cabin this morning for some long over due rest and relaxation! We've only been up once this summer because we had a septic problem that needed fixing and now that that's all worked out, we're heading up! Yay! No internet or cell phones, aw, peace! We'll be back late Monday... then home for one day and then we're off to Disneyland for the rest of the week. It's going to be a crazy week, but tons of fun!

FOLLOWERS GIVEAWAY!

~ This Giveaway is Closed ~

TO CELEBRATE BACK TO SCHOOL I'M HAVING A GIVEAWAY!!!

Here are the prizes:

One (1) person will receive:

The Notebooking Nook's Complete Collection

One (1) person will receive:

All American Bundle

One (1) person will receive:

All Science and Nature Bundle

One (1) person will receive:

All 50 States Notebooking Pages

One (1) person will receive:

Insect Combo

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1. You MUST be a follower to one or more of the following:

• This Blog
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• Or add my button to your blog or website (my button code is in the left-hand sidebar). Once you've added my button to your blog or website, add a comment here with your link.

2. Leave a comment and let me know what prize you're interested in! Please make sure I know how to get ahold of you!!! You won't be able to receive your prize if I can't send it to you :D If you're not comfortable leaving your email in the comments then sent it to me privately here along with your prize choice.

3. All entries must be submitted before midnight (PST) on Sunday, September 12. Winners will be announced Monday, September 13.

Let all your homeschooling friends know by spreading the word!

Thanks for entering!!!

Blog Makeover!

As you can see, I got a cute blog makeover. I wanted something fun and colorful and I think that's been accomplished! I want to thank Staci at Blogging Bella Designs for doing such a great job. She's very creative and super easy to work with. I was a little reluctant to do anything different because I'm really very slow when it comes to all this sort of thing, but she did everything and made it absolutely painless. And I think she did it for a great price, check out her prices here.

If you're considering doing something different and fun with your blog, head over to Blogging Bella Designs and fill out her questionnaire.

I'm extremely happy with the end result! Thanks again, Staci!