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21 Apr

We've made several boxes on our paper sloyd journey. The complexity of each grows as we progress through the course. However today's model, a paper sloyd box with cover, seemed to be a bit of a break from the recent challenges that we've had in creating our models. It was fairly straight-forward and simple. There was some detailed measuring involved, but the cutting was minimal, and it still came out beautifully. The paper (or cardboard) recommendations in the book, Paper Sloyd for Primary Grades tend to be antiquated (being that it was published in 1905), and perhaps...

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13 Apr

I love our paper sloyd model for this week! Project number 10, from the third year from the book Paper Sloyd for Primary Grades, is an extension envelope. That doesn't sound so amazing, but when you pick some beautiful paper, and it all comes together perfectly, it's hard not to get excited! Putting together this paper sloyd extension envelope was a bit of a challenge because the instructions were not always clear. However, we now enjoy the effort of figuring it all out. I think you'll enjoy this project. And - great news -...

06:00 / Charlotte Mason / Craft Projects / Happy Handicrafts / Homeschool
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07 Apr

This next paper sloyd model, is perhaps the most difficult, yet most useful that we have made so far. Today we are making a paper sloyd calendar. It is Project #9 from the third year from the book, Paper Sloyd for Primary Grades by Ednah Anne Rich. We created this model in two parts - first the calendar leaves, and secondly the calendar back. The leaves will eventually be attached to the back, creating a very cute, yet functional desktop calendar. Working with my children, we initially found this project quite challenging. First, was...

06:00 / Charlotte Mason / Craft Projects / Happy Handicrafts / Homeschool
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04 Apr

Spring is a Homeschooling family’s favorite season. The warming, yet still fresh air, the brightly blooming wild flowers, and the lingering days beckon to children and parents alike. There truly can’t be a more wonderful time to get outside, explore nature, and experience the fun and educational springtime activities that this season provides. Some of our favorite springtime activities cost little-to-nothing but serve to create special memories together, as well as to teach new and valuable skills. Here are our top 5 best springtime activities for homeschoolers: 1. Plant a Garden As the last frost finally comes and...

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30 Mar

Today we are creating a paper sloyd measure, or as we may call it, a ruler. This is project number eight from the third year from the book Paper Sloyd for Primary Grades by Ednah Anne Rich. Now my understanding of sloyd - and handicrafts in general - is that they are meant to be useful. Yet, honestly, we have not had great use for the projects in this book. The obvious reason is that the book was published in 1905, and school-aged children clearly had different needs than those in our current time. But looking deeper,...

06:00 / Charlotte Mason / Craft Projects / Happy Handicrafts / Homeschool
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27 Mar

There are many things to know about homeschooling, but one of my favorite things is that it allows us to provide our children with a more personalized education. Having the ability to accommodate our children's different learning styles and interests while homeschooling can unlock creativity and innovation. These traits are extremely important because they are essential skills for success in today's rapidly changing world. Creativity is the ability to generate new ideas and concepts, while innovation is the ability to turn those ideas into reality and bring about positive change. Today's businesses and organizations are constantly looking for...

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