This month we will be focusing on honor. It seems that many have forgotten what this word means. Children are found disrespecting authority; teens abusing their body; adults dishonoring each others values; police are dishonored and nothing is being done. So, we will focus on a characteristic that needs to be awakened, modeled and instilled in the future generation.
“Obedience is revealed in actions; honor is revealed in the attitude that goes along with those actions.” -Unkown
Spring is on its way! Here are a few fun projects to get everyone excited for spring.
As children of God He has entrusted us to take care of the Earth and everything in it. In this project students will learn how they can help the birds in their community and learn about the different kinds. With these items students will be able to bird watch to observe and enjoy the singing.
May 19th is Plant Something Day. If you have an old sandbox or plastic swimming pool your students can create a kid-friendly garden. Here's what you'll need: BPA-free sandbox, pavers (optional), gravel, weed barrier fabric (cut to fit the interior of the sandbox), potting soil, soil supplements (optional), assorted edible starter plants with shallow root systems, utility knife, drill and 5/8-inch bit, garden trowel, garden gloves, kid-sized garden tools. For more instructions visit HGTV.
May 31-June 6 is a week to honor wildlife found around your garden. You can do this by creating inviting homes or feeders. Students can build a bug mansion, a bee hotel, a mini pond, and many more. Have fun and remember we would love to see your wildlife creations!
In the public education system, students have access to a wide variety of books. However, many of the books now available are extremely inappropriate for young readers. If these books are found in public schools, they are also available at your local public library. Consequently, it is important for parents and community members to stay informed and take an active role in protecting children from harmful content. To learn more about how you can safeguard your children and your community, please visit the Public Education page "Would Your Child's Library Choices Make You Blush?" for additional resources and information.
With rhyming text and bright illustrations, students will read about the American flag’s history and the different manners in which the flag is used. They will also read how it is a symbol of the United
States and an image of the country’s best intentions. Although the poems are short, the vocabulary makes this book best suited for upper elementary students. (Intended for Elementary students)
This story tells how Francis Scott Key wrote America's national anthem during the critical moment in the War of 1812. The vivid oil paintings bring history to life. The story includes the words and music of the song, a photo of the original manuscript, and early maps.
(Intended for middle school students)
Hiding in the Light is the story of a teen girl's spiritual journey from Islam to Christianity. She grew up in a Muslim home where she obediently followed her parent's custom to practice the rituals of Islam. Then her world changed when she heard the call of Christ to leave everything to
follow Him. Students will find that we sometimes have to make life-changing sacrifices to follow Jesus.(Intended for young adult students)
Debbie Garza a once public high school teacher to homeschool parent shares her Free Spanish 1 curriculum. It is a 36-weekly lesson plan outlining daily free activities, videos, and workbooks for middle and high school students.
Elementary students will enjoy learning Spanish with OnlineFreeSpanish . It is entirely free and filled with games, coloring pages, and interactive activities ordered by levels that students can access anytime on their tablets or desktops.
Brief History of Mexican-American Contributors to our Society
Cesar Chavez
As a young boy, Cesar’s family owned a farm and a local grocery store. When Cesar was around eleven years old, the Great Depression caused his father to lose the farm. This led his family to move to California to find work. There they moved from farm to farm looking for work. All the family members had to work, even Cesar. Although everyone worked they still did not have enough food to eat. He and his family found working conditions to be horrible. They worked long hours with no breaks, there weren't any bathrooms, and they didn't have clean water to drink. With this experience, Cesar formed the National Farm Workers Association a union of migrant farm workers. For more information visit twinkl.
Carlos Santana
At the age of 5 Carlos Santana learned how to play the violin. Once he turned 8 Santana decided to play the guitar. With his talent, he played in bands in Tijuana, Mexico as a teenager. Later his family moved to California where he created the Santana Blues Band. Santana is known for revolutionizing the Latin rock genre, creating a unique sound that has inspired generations of musicians. For more information visit Kiddle.
Denver Zoo
Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance is proud to join the Mexican Cultural Center and many of their SCFD counterparts for the celebration of Día del Niño: Celebrating All Children. Attend this event for a bilingual day of animal demonstrations, a scavenger hunt, art class, a mariachi band performance and visits from Denver Public Library and other local organizations. For more information visit the ZOO.
WHEN: May 3rd
AT: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
PRICE: Children: $19, Adult: $26
WHERE: 2300 Steele St, Denver CO 80205
Space Foundation Discovery Center
Homeschool Day at Discovery Center offers STEM experiments and activities for students grades K-12 and families. The spring semester students will be exploring different fields of engineering and related careers in the space industry. In May, engineer and launch your own Estes rocket. For more information visit Discovery.
WHEN: May 7th
AT: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
PRICE: Children (4-15): $5, Adult: $10 + $5 material fee per student per workshop
WHERE: 4425 Arrowswest Drive, Colorado Springs CO 80907
Colorado Railroad Museum
As a family take a trip to Golden to enjoy activities with pop-up exhibits, re-enactors, and a variety of activities. For more information visit the Museum.
WHEN: May 15th
ADMISSION: $10 adults, $5 ages 2-17, $8 age 60+.
RIDES: $4 adults, $2 ages 2-17.
AT:10:00AM- 3:00PM
WHERE: 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, Colorado 80403
Homeschool parents, we would love to hear any questions, ideas, or suggestions regarding homeschooling. Do you have any questions regarding curriculum or any suggested materials to help other families? Please post your responses in the questions and comments section below. LET'S WORK TOGETHER!!
