Today, June 13th is Jérôme Lejeune’s birthday. I have known of him and heard his name my entire life. But I had never known what an amazing man he was. It was one of those household names growing up that I heard regularly, was familiar with but I had no idea who he actually was….
What is the engineering process and why should my children know about it? There is a short answer to that and a long one. Today is Raye Montague’s birthday! Happy birthday Raye! Raye Montague was a mathematician and an engineer. She was the first person to ever design a Navy ship via a computer. She…
The scientific method is an essential life skill in our children’s tool belt. As moms we wear many, many hats, and scientist is definitely one of them, therefore it is important for our children to develop this life skill as well. Let’s explore this wonderful skill, whose big name is just that, a big name….
Hello, I thought I’d pop in here with a little home education update. We’ve been back at our learning since the beginning of August, and it has been a wonderful start of the year. I only have 3 students for the first time in a very long time! I started with my 3 oldests when…
Fall is my favorite season. I just love this time of year, fall picture books are so cozy and Nature Study is at its best. I love the colors, the smells, the change in weather. It’s the best time for flannel shirts, jeans and boots, my all time favorite. Fall brings so many changes to…
Along with Charlotte Mason, Anna Comstock is one of the most meaningful person behind the Nature Study movement! We owe her SO much! Early life Born in New York State on September 1st, 1854, Anna grew up on a farm. Her mother spent time exploring the country with her only daughter, discussing and studying birds,…
