Book Recommendation

Boo and I just finished Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo, 2003 William Allen White Award Winner! 
I saw this description of the book and thought it was excellent, so I am adding it: “Because of Winn Dixie tells the story of ten-year old Opal. She has just moved to Naomi, Florida with her preacher father. On [...]

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Book Series

My daughter and I have just finished listening to book 2 of 3 in the Moongobble and Me series by Bruce Coville.  It is a 3rd grade level book; however, while listening to it, I know that younger children will be able to comprehend it.  The lessons are very cool – – and worthy of [...]

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Book Challenge

I ran across another site that had this - - thought it was really cool – – and figured I would share. I will probably also have Boo do this – – will talk with her about it tomorrow. 
888 Book Challenge
Challenge Rules
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
1. Challenge runs from January 1 through December 31, 2008.2. Choose [...]

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FREE Resources (for another Homeschooler)

 I tried to leave two comments on this site; however, I think the spam blocker, blocked them because of all the sites I listed.  So, I will leave this up for a while – – hope it helps someone!!  : )
Although the resources would be considered free, in all actuality, you do have to pay [...]

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1.1.08

Today was even better than yesterday!!! : )
Yesterday, as the day progressed, Boo was whiny and {starting to be} uncooperative. I understand that she needed to test the waters – – and I needed to make sure that I let her know that what we do is important and necessary – – and that her [...]

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