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Oak Meadow Blogs – Oak Meadow Poetry Extravaganza – Part I
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Written by Amanda Witman. Oak Meadow Poetry Extravaganza – Part I. Poetry is art made of words. Oak Meadow students of all ages have the opportunity to explore poetry in their lessons. To celebrate National Poetry Month, Oak Meadow teachers selected some of their students’ best work to share. You will find it posted here “In the Meadow” over the next few days. Nature can be an endless source of inspiration for poetry. Oak Meadow second grader Tal Weitz wrote this beautiful rhyming poem about nature:.
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Oak Meadow Blogs – What About Socialization?
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Written by Amanda Witman. The question of socialization comes up often in conversations about homeschooling. Parents who are new to homeschooling or considering it as a future option may recognize that school provides more than just academics. They may worry about how they will recreate those other learning opportunities in their home. Well-meaning neighbors and family members may ask, But what about socialization? Well, what about it? What is socialization, anyway? Photo credit: The Gonzales Tran Family.
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Oak Meadow Blogs – Oak Meadow Poetry Extravaganza – Part II
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Written by Amanda Witman. Oak Meadow Poetry Extravaganza – Part II. There is not a particle of life which does not bear poetry within it. Gustave Flaubert. Anyone can be a poet! All you need is an inspiring thought and the words to give shape to that thought in the mind of a reader. If you have words and thoughts, you have what you need to create poetry. Image thanks to Shirley Tanzella. Sometimes poetry is inspired by a question, like this poem by Oak Meadow fourth-grader Sarah Cook:. She said I’d get p...
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Oak Meadow Blogs – Middle School 5-8
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Posts in category Middle School 5-8. 2016 Olympic Logo and Font I’ve had so much fun watching the Olympic games in Rio de Janeiro this week! I’m amazed at the talented athletes and their determination to reach their goals. It is fascinating to see the results. I’ve also been fascinated with the Olympic logo and the font, so I decided to investigate how it came [.]. READ MORE ». Exploring Science through Illustratio. READ MORE ». For my Northern Hemisphere Friends! READ MORE ». I find it really amazing th...
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Photo Credits: Grim Family (Oak Meadow Archives) Summer is officially here! For most Oak Meadow families, it is the time when the school year has come to its completion. As we begin the new season without a prescribed daily lesson plan, we begin to wonder about the activities in which we should engage our children. Should we keep up the acade [.]. READ MORE ». Tips and Tricks for Getting Your Kids. READ MORE ». Let Nature be your teacher. William Wordsworth What are your plans for the summer? Schooling a...
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Oak Meadow Blogs – Transitioning from School to Homeschool
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Written by Amanda Witman. Transitioning from School to Homeschool. Sending your child off to school is a big transition. Making the shift to homeschooling when your child has been in school is another big transition. It may take some time to feel settled on the homeschooling path. Here are some things to anticipate as you make your way. Photo credit: The Hendrickson family. Oak Meadow archives.). You will most likely need to file an intent to homeschool with local, state, or provincial educational author...
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Oak Meadow Blogs – 10 Ways to Include Heart in Your Homeschooling
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Written by Amanda Witman. 10 Ways to Include Heart in Your Homeschooling. 1 Maintain your focus. When giving your attention to your child. Photo credit: The House family. Oak Meadow archives.). In today’s world, most of us find our attention divided, scattered in all directions. Giving your full attention to your child is one of the best ways you can support his or her learning. As much as possible. Be silly, tell jokes, let your children know you delight in their laughter and smiles! Expect your childre...
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Oak Meadow Blogs – Homeschooling Multiple Children
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Written by Amanda Witman. How can I homeschool multiple children? If you’ve asked this question, you’re in good company. Meeting the needs of multiple children is a challenge for any parent. But homeschooling parents needs to be able to do it all day long. How is that possible? There is No One Right Way. Homeschooling families run a wide gamut, from regimented to easygoing. Where does your family fit on this spectrum? Helps them stay on track with everyone’s needs. If you need help with adjusting Oak Mea...
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August 13, 2013. Left a link on FB. August 13, 2013. Very interested in your blog. I have only read a couple, wanting to enter into the drawing, but I’m so glad I found you on mothering.com’s fb page! I’m curious to see if you have anything on your blog, etc, about homesteading? August 13, 2013. Looking forward to connecting with other homeschooling families as we are considering the Oak Meadow curriculum for our rising kindergartner and 7th grader. August 13, 2013. August 13, 2013. August 13, 2013.
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Oak Meadow Blogs – Oak Meadow Poetry Extravaganza – Part III
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Written by Amanda Witman. Oak Meadow Poetry Extravaganza – Part III. The true poem rests between the words. Vanna Bonta. We hope you have been enjoying the poetry that we have been sharing here. In honor of National Poetry Month! Today’s poetry installation features a beauty of a poem as well as a work of visual art, both by Oak Meadow students. Season of all Souls. The rain taps my windowpane,. Faeries urging me out of foggy mind. Winter is passed in the past,. Dripping water washes away stillness,.
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