tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post3816125755834896558..comments2024-03-21T04:02:46.799-07:00Comments on Little Catholic Bubble: Quick Takes: More life updates....Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-23028349074784303432014-07-21T06:28:36.274-07:002014-07-21T06:28:36.274-07:00* one curriculum and these curricula - hello, plu...* one curriculum and these curricula - hello, plural<br /><br />Another quick question- how often do you administer tests? I see Mother of DG suggests giving one standardized test a yr. What's your take on the frequency of tests and the type (full battery, skills, survey testing for elem.level, etc.?) I'll prob be picking ur brain with several schooling questions - ...please stand by ... ;)Nubbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15972118374098863290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-37403146469135112014-07-20T20:04:06.186-07:002014-07-20T20:04:06.186-07:00Thx- just gathering info at this point. I'm ve...Thx- just gathering info at this point. I'm very pleased with the education given at the present, but I'll file away the info here, just in case... ty!Nubbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15972118374098863290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-80574638599748671882014-07-20T19:26:30.984-07:002014-07-20T19:26:30.984-07:00That should say, "...by getting the Core Curr...That should say, "...by getting the Core Curricula..."Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-63839049024035947712014-07-20T19:05:51.221-07:002014-07-20T19:05:51.221-07:00Nubby, I have done eclectic (tailored to each chil...Nubby, I have done eclectic (tailored to each child) before, and this time, knowing myself, I am keeping it very simple (the beautiful hallmark of CHC), but getting the Core Curricula for the two grades I'm teaching, plus lesson plans. I will only be supplementing with the cursive program, and also having one of my boys (the math brain) supplement on Kahn Academy (free, wonderful, online). My mantra is simple, simple, simple, no busy work, no busy work, no busy work. The science texts have hands on learning and experiments, and we will go shopping for our stuff each week, if it's needed. :)<br /><br />I'm not worried about the testing on any state or national level, as anything that is in either the Catholic homeschools (or private or the charter schools my older kids attend) far outperform the regular public schools here. We've made so many transitions (from parochial, to homeschool, to charter, to university, etc.) that I'm comfortable at this point knowing they will be fine no matter what. <br /><br />So yes, while I've tailored things before and drawn from different curricula, this time I'm keeping it streamlined. And simple. There are some other great programs out there, such as Mother of Divine Grace, and the Angelicum. Are you thinking of homeschooling? You'd rock it, sista.Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-46302500616877970772014-07-20T16:52:44.980-07:002014-07-20T16:52:44.980-07:00Congrats on another grandbaby, and I'm sorry t...Congrats on another grandbaby, and I'm sorry to hear about your school closing. <br /><br />General questions on this particular homeschooling curricula and your experience: <br /><br />How do you create an advanced program and tailored materials for the year (ie., accelerated math texts and materials)? <br /><br />Do you pool all resources from this one curricula or do you supplement from various sites or other programs/materials?<br /><br />I notice the website doesn't say much in the way of pre-testing for grade placement determination, because they obviously assume the parent knows best the academic level, learning style, and character of the child.<br /><br />But do you evaluate your child's aptitude to determine grade level placement against state standards or a national standard; and, if so, do you find that translates pretty accurately for this curricula?<br /><br />Do you find this curricula offers a lot of hands on learning for kinesthetic learners? <br /><br />Do you supplement it often? Or is it rigorous enough on its own? <br /><br />Any general info of your exp is appreciated. I haven't perused the site in depth, yet. ThanksalotNubbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15972118374098863290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-83684361602743774632014-07-20T03:55:06.884-07:002014-07-20T03:55:06.884-07:00Our little Catholic school closed last year, and w...Our little Catholic school closed last year, and we are still broken hearted about it. It's difficult when family is forced to scatter. Kristy Z.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13072875223809773979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-4410590857571488792014-07-20T00:36:50.684-07:002014-07-20T00:36:50.684-07:00Having a cousin with serious back issues (surgerie...Having a cousin with serious back issues (surgeries never helped him, unfortunately), perhaps your son-in-law could look into Prolotherapy and/or TPI (Trigger point injection). Both have helped me in the past with tailbone and elbow pain. Prayers being sent!Charmainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17581858164687841224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-77232111078981158682014-07-19T13:00:22.582-07:002014-07-19T13:00:22.582-07:00Poorly written sentence:
I'm amazed that these...Poorly written sentence:<br />I'm amazed that these days a woman can almost instantly detect a pregnancy so soon after conception (the natural way).<br /><br />Better: I'm amazed these days that a woman can detect a pregnancy so very soon after conception. Lenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09173616693453942166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-47566663459674767612014-07-19T12:58:28.445-07:002014-07-19T12:58:28.445-07:00Hi Leila, Yes, God just laughs at our plans. I ima...Hi Leila, Yes, God just laughs at our plans. I imagine a deep voice chuckling, "Ha, Ha, Ha!" <br /><br />When the school year starts, will you have any babysitters living in your home? Well, I guess you'll be setting a good example when your young ones see you doing your school work.<br /><br />I'm amazed that these days a woman can almost instantly detect a pregnancy so soon after conception (the natural way). <br /><br />I was wondering how the new bride was doing with moving far away from her friends and family and being responsible for her own household. I was hoping she was enjoying a newlywed glow. I do hope the newlywed glow lasts through back surgery and beyond for both of them. How exciting to be expecting a new grandbaby. And best wishes for the back surgery of your son-in-law and that he'll be pain free and back to his Navy duties. When is the surgery? Yes, I have several questions for you.<br /><br />Finally, a cardigan is always appropriate in Phoenix in July due to the a/c blasting!<br /> : ) <br /><br />Have a good Saturday.Lenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09173616693453942166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-91685147813147749972014-07-18T22:05:45.225-07:002014-07-18T22:05:45.225-07:00Grandbaby is adorable!!!!!!!Grandbaby is <b>adorable</b>!!!!!!!Johannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07861467738117604139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-77812157519968920242014-07-18T20:54:28.229-07:002014-07-18T20:54:28.229-07:00Oooh, back pain is awful! You'd never know yo...Oooh, back pain is awful! You'd never know your son-in-law was suffering from those wedding pics. I will definitely pray for unbelievably successful surgery.<br /><br />Congrats on grandchild #2 and best wishes with homeschooling. CHC is wonderful!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-65850980905289654152014-07-18T18:15:06.592-07:002014-07-18T18:15:06.592-07:00Chris, can you come to my house and be my court je...Chris, can you come to my house and be my court jester? You keep me laughing and entertained! Your wife is a blessed gal, ha ha!! And thank you to all! My grandbaby is one month old today, wheeee!Leila@LittleCatholicBubblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09357573787143230160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-14300911769139092702014-07-18T17:00:03.114-07:002014-07-18T17:00:03.114-07:00Just filthy rich! Congrats again Leila. Felicity ...Just filthy rich! Congrats again Leila. Felicity and…Perpetua??? Come on, just imagine the Catholic Cred if you introduced your granddaughters as “ Felicity, Perpetua, Agatha, Lucy, Agnes…..) <br />And the “mime” picture looks like someone just tried to pitch a Sola-Scriptura argument to her. She is your granddaughter after all.<br />Homeschooling is great Leila. Although you may need to drink more. The kids will really bond and you must begin your own “jr Toastmasters” for your homeschooling pals in the area. Have the boys drape a bed sheet over their shoulders, turn sideways and recite Fulton Sheen talks. At least until they come up with their own material. Quiet House? Not! God is a riot!<br />And back surgeries are inherently sooooooo tricky. Prayers for the surgeons’ hands. And the new babies, and all the Millers and Annie the Adopter. Amazing.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15188319685568262029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-37781212372048418462014-07-18T09:17:00.571-07:002014-07-18T09:17:00.571-07:00Congratulations on the new grandbaby! How excitin...Congratulations on the new grandbaby! How exciting! <br /><br />Prayers for your son-in-law and his health! <br /><br />It sounds like you are going to have a very exciting fall! Kathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05155500364598716746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-35161266992797055432014-07-18T09:00:37.631-07:002014-07-18T09:00:37.631-07:00Congratulations on the newest grandbaby, and praye...Congratulations on the newest grandbaby, and prayers for your son-in-law! <br /><br />Felicity is adorable!JoAnna Wahlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09942928659520676271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-84342834296317415112014-07-18T08:53:33.475-07:002014-07-18T08:53:33.475-07:00Remember I said you'd have a great excuse for ...Remember I said you'd have a great excuse for a road trip next year, especially if Felicity had a cousin? ;-) I called it first! Congratulations on grandbaby #2! Oh, I will pray for P.'s husband! Back surgery is always especially grueling, which made me terrified of the possibility a few months back. <br /><br />I am so sorry about your Catholic school closing, much more so if it were one of the few faithful schools left. Indeed, God has a great sense of humor at times when it comes to our own plans. I'll pray for your peace of heart, mind and soul as you wade through these many changes in your life. What a couple of years for the Miller family!GFNYhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02003166578358673587noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-17247172640682052722014-07-18T07:53:02.262-07:002014-07-18T07:53:02.262-07:00Homeschooling plus a new baby in the family! Life...Homeschooling plus a new baby in the family! Life is never dull around your house, it seems! Congratulations to the expecting parents! Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11501575551066939483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-32285536405453484702014-07-18T06:48:34.296-07:002014-07-18T06:48:34.296-07:00I have been following Annie's blog since I hea...I have been following Annie's blog since I heard about it through my SIL. She had been talking a lot about how a good friend of hers is going to China to adopt two more children and I had no idea she was also a friend of the Bubble! As you said, she writes beautifully, and the pictures are amazing. It's as though you are really there! <br /><br />I had no idea that Felicity (still love this name!) has such big eyes! What a beauty! Love the mime act as well--I love the newborn stage, can you tell?<br /><br />Prayers for you as you encounter this new chapter in your life--it's so exciting to see what God has in store for us! Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10451590537173713861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-240447238522390484.post-22831665887035594422014-07-18T04:55:09.377-07:002014-07-18T04:55:09.377-07:00Best wishes on your revisited Homeschooling journe...Best wishes on your revisited Homeschooling journey! Your children are so blessed to have their Mama all day and you may find you will have more time for papers and blogging than you think. Hey, if I can homeschool and blog (and lose sleep) with 5 kids at home 24/7, I'm sure you can do it and so much more!!!<br /><br />Sorry to hear about your son-in-laws back issues. I will pray for his healing.<br /><br />I can't imagine all the emotions you must be feeling with empty rooms, but at the same time your heart is full with joy and blessings. Precious pictures of Felicity!<br /><br />And I'll be clicking over to your friend's blog soon! What an adorable picture of her holding those precious children! <br /><br />Have a blessed weekend Leila! I haven't done a QT for several weeks, but it was nice to get back on board with the one I published for today AND it was on time :) <br /><br />asliceofsmithlifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01411785385543404159noreply@blogger.com