Unit Study Pro 2.0
Deanne walks us through an updated version of her classic workshop, Unit Study Pro. Learn to...
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | Oct 18, 2023 | Videos, Workshops | 0 |
Deanne walks us through an updated version of her classic workshop, Unit Study Pro. Learn to...
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | Dec 27, 2017 | Extracurricular | 0 |
Are you a take-the-tree-down-right-after-Christmas or leave-it-up-to-the-New-Year family? This month our study will look at the memories we make with our children as we welcome the New Year. Memories are often created tradition and my Christmas tree take down has become a laughable tradition in our home.
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | Nov 21, 2017 | Academics, Unit Studies | 0 |
Thanksgiving brings wonderful memories of sitting around the dining room table filling ourselves with turkey and all the fixings while conversation and laughter fill the air. This month, we want to highlight one of the stars of Thanksgiving – the turkey! Historically considered the main dish since the days of Pilgrims and Puritans, the bountiful turkey dinner is thought to be rooted in the late 18th century, especially after the Civil War.
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | Oct 2, 2017 | Unit Studies | 0 |
In our October unit study, we will meet a man whose writings brought far-reaching economic, social and religious change and gave confidence to other world changers to share their ideas – Martin Luther.
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | Aug 21, 2017 | Unit Studies | 0 |
Did you know that August 24th commemorates a historic volcanic eruption? Over 1900 years ago, a cataclysmic event changed the face of southern Italy. On this date in 79 AD, Mount Vesuvius violently erupted burying the cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Stabiae in volcanic ash and pumice.
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | Jul 19, 2017 | Unit Studies | 0 |
Welcome to our July unit study celebrating the Blueberry! Blueberries have a rich history in North America from the earliest discoveries of the grown in the wild berry to the cultivated berry prevalent across the world.
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | May 24, 2017 | Unit Studies | 0 |
Welcome to our May Unit Study in celebration of Bike Month. I invite you to join me in making the most of your children’s natural curiosity while also reinforcing bike safety.
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | Apr 24, 2017 | Unit Studies | 0 |
Understanding the secrets of the sea has driven inventors, explorers and military minds to create and improve the unimaginable. Encourage your children to close their eyes and visualize this: An enclosed vessel submerged in water… one that may remind you of a large tin can.
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | Apr 14, 2017 | Unit Studies | 0 |
Regardless of your location, signs of spring are evident with the arrival of our fine feathered friends. Welcome to this month’s study. The study of birds (ornithology) lends itself naturally to the creation of a nature notebook.
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | Mar 27, 2017 | Unit Studies | 0 |
Kazoo: musical instrument or annoying children’s party favor? Love or hate it, the kazoo has had a fascinating history, remarkable staying power, and is fun for all ages.
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | Jan 9, 2017 | Unit Studies | 0 |
A great philosopher once said, “A day without friends is like a pot without a single drop of honey inside.” Ok, so maybe Winnie the Pooh is not your typical philosopher, but his words resonate in our spirits. Learning more about the complexity and splendor of the honey bee and her sweet food source will fascinate children of all ages. Let’s make like Busy Bees and begin!
Read Moreby Deanne Crawford | Dec 19, 2016 | Unit Studies | 0 |
As a family who loves to celebrate the Christmas season, we were excited when the sounds of Christmas filled the air. Whether meandering through the grocery story or hearing children sing loudly (and joyfully!) through their lessons, the songs of Christmas excite our senses in ways no other music does. Welcome to our December Unit Study on the Little Drummer Boy!
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