Did You Know?

Did you know that beginning sometime between 0-3 months, infants mimic facial expressions?  I first came across this phenomenon (what seems like a million years ago) in college studying infant development.  I have seen it mentioned in passing on parenting...

All Saints School Day

Despite being up late due to Halloween shenanigans, we pulled all the monkeys out of bed at 6:00 for All Saints Day Mass.  It was a crazy idea, but actually it worked out ok.  It was the only way we could all go together and, since I really am not brave...

Finishing Up Summer Science

This week on the Work and Play, Day by Day Facebook page, I shared a glimpse into our science plans for this school year (human anatomy & health for those who don’t keep up with us there).  In this early fall season, however, we are still finishing up...

Quick DIY Geography Project

This is one of those things that I have had on my to-do list for a looooooong time.  Instead of purchasing puzzle maps and pin maps, we have the blank control maps (on poster board) and the labels from Montessori Outlet.  As much as I would love a gorgeous...

Aesop, Frogs, & Other Tangents

One of the language activities I have been doing with Kylee lately is practice narrations.  I read just a very short passage (no more than 1 paragraph) and she tells it back in her own words.  One of the things I have found is perfect, is this book from...