farm-school outing
Way back a couple weeks ago the two older boys and I took an outing to Drumlin farm. It was on a Tuesday morning and we met our farm-school coop friends there, so the outing was totally in a home-schooling context. Of course, knowing us it wasn't entirely schooly!
friends on the farm
Still, there was some learning done. Direct experiences are always valuable—especially so in preschool.
tactile learning
And being a teacherly sort I made sure to get some situationally-relevant math problems in there for the 1st graders. They also had some chances to explore the built-in teaching material on the farm, and I was proud of their interest and focus.
reading in context
In fact, I was so amazed by how well Harvey was reading that it inspired my recent reevaluation of his progress!
But there was also plenty of time for good old-fashioned playing.
deep in kid territory
Whatever the educational justification, it's always nice just getting a chance to hang out with good friends!
friends