Workbox System

This week we have spent time recovering from the stomach virus. It was awful, every single one of us got sick, except daddy. Well, we are feeling great now and looking forward to doing some fun fall activities! Recently we started the Sue Patrick Workbox System. I got to tell you, it is awesome!! There are many blogs out there that explains what the system is and how it works. I'll just give you the link so you can get her e-book, because it's a must:) http://www.workboxsystem.com/

Why I like it:
1. It holds me accountable. I'm bad about not doing a lot of Preschool things with my Monkey, but this is a huge help. I can plan ahead easier and fill the workboxes up with all sorts of stuff.

2. My oldest, Bear, thinks it makes school more fun. I always seem to forget about all the neat manipulatives and games that I have to do with the boys. This helps me remember them and add them to their boxes.

3. It keeps my youngest, Puppy, busy!! Huge plus! Yes, I even do it for my 2 yr old. Most of his boxes are filled with manipulatives and toys, but our school day is so pleasant when Puppy Love is busy.

Here are some pictures of our school room and the boys:


Monkey was studying the letter "I". In this pic he is measuring his desk with inchworms.




The book center is a favorite:)

Our trip to the beach

Wow, it's been a long time since I posted! I so wish I could be like all those other wonderful homeschool bloggers that give their readers wonderful ideas and encouragement. Oh well, I haven't been blogging lately, because I have been on major overload!! Homeschooling, Co-op, family, illness, and life in general. I wouldn't have it any other way though:)

We went to the beach for vacation(a few weeks ago). It was absolutely wonderful! I'm becoming a beach person:) It's always a special place for our family. We go with my in-laws and have the best time. Last time we went I was feeling like our family just wasn't quite complete...two years later, Puppy Love:) He loved the sand and the older boys couldn't get enough of water and sand! We went sand crabbing, built sand castles and just had some really good quality time. Very special.

We've been back to school for a few weeks now. We started Sue Patricks Workbox system. Gotta say, LOVE IT! I have a shelf for each child, including Puppy, who is only 2. It is a huge help on keeping him busy while the other boys are doing their work. Monkey is still in Preschool, so this helps hold me accountable to plan things for him to do, instead of overlooking his "school". The boys love it! Bear says that is makes school fun instead of just work. :) You should check it out for yourselves http://www.workboxsystem.com/

Well, that's just some of the things going on with in our world. Here's some pics to share...