New start

Today went so well, I had so much energy, and we did so much! It was so refreshing after feeling overwhelmed from our busy March, and our much needed break did the trick!

I've had a thought that I need to exercise more...but it's been not much more than a thought in the back of my mind. Somehow I tend to block out or forget the fact that I feel so much better when I do. I can think so clearly and can just get things done! So, today was the day I actually did my workout this morning (a video-at home-since I hate hate hate the gym :) And it went so well. BabyGirl did some with me, then we went on to do her kid exercise CD with different movements set to music. After that the day just went smooth as can be, and I'm writing this to remember so that on a simply lazy day when I have no motivation I will GET UP and GET GOING! Yay for energy and healthy exercise!

We went over symmetry today in our bug unit and made a butterfly by folding a paper in half, cutting out the wings, putting paint on one side and smashing it together. It was so cool to see our finished products, and I'm quite positive that symmetry will never be forgotten. Not to mention it was such fun!

For math today we did more addition/subtraction with pictures and items. We practiced writing out the problems as well. We went over halves and BabyGirl did SO WELL. It was awesome!

For reading, phonics, writing we worked with the short O sound. We wrote words and then read them and matched them to pictures. And, of course, read books.

For other bits of science and in the spirit of Earth Day we did some recycling activities that involved cut/paste since that sparks lots of interest and practices great hand movements. We also identified different hazards to our environment.

We're continuing to practice the months of the year, and are thoroughly investigating Jump Start World. BabyGirl also practices music daily with Daddy when he gets home. She got a real guitar, ukulele and recorder for her birthday. We're warming up to introducing notes as soon as we're ready. She's doing great with the exercises!

So wraps up our day. I love the track we're on, and look forward to many more productive days coming our way. Until next time...