Monthly Archives: October 2012

Shakespearean Enjoyment

Charlotte Mason extolled the idea of reading adult level literature to children.  It exposes them to beautiful vocabulary, well written phrases, complex plots and all sorts of stimulating ideas. ” The children’s lessons should provide material for their mental growth… … Continue reading

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Mr. Hoppy – Two Striped Grasshopper (Melanoplus Bivittatus)

Melanoplus Bivitattus.  Try saying that ten times as a great tongue twister! Brandon discovered Mr. Hoppy (pseudonym, courtesy the discoverer) on our way to the car after tennis.  We were amazed at his size!   He seemed terribly out of … Continue reading

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