Thursday, February 15, 2018

Winter Olympics 2018

I've been busy -- a little too busy for my liking, but I've been covering a lot of local events for the paper and photographing a lot of places, animals, people and events.

I'm going to try to make a concerted effort to have more time for my blog -- starting with The Olympics.

Both of my daughters are figure skaters, so the Winter Games are kind of a big deal for us. As a homeschooling family, we are taking time to enjoy this once-every-four-years event.

My girls also are taking turns being sick, so we've been snuggling up by fires, surrounded in blankets and learning about different countries, flags, sport and disciplines.

This might be only the second time we've made Rice Krispie treats. But, the Winter Olympics seem to call for it! 

Feeling well enough to work on her Olympic Games lapbook.
The Opening Ceremonies called for arts, crafts and a couple of good books.
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These Usborne books were just what we needed for a quiet night at home. My friend Kelly never steers me wrong! Check out her Usborne Books page -- and ask her for her suggestions! 

It seemed appropriate to watch the Olympic Torch ignite as we held our own torches -- $.99 LED flashlights, some yellow and orange tissue paper and a Rainbow Loom rubber band.



Lapbooks provide a great way to keep all of our information at our fingertips -- I'll post more photos as we make more progress in our unit.







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