Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Thursday, October 17, 2013
God’s World News ~ a TOS review
Starting in 7th grade I like to incorporate current events into my girls schedule. This year that includes Madison. I was having trouble finding a good source to use so you can bet I jumped for joy when we were asked to review Top Story from God's World News. Using the resources published by God’s World News is a great way to make sure your student, whether young or old is aware of what’s going on in the World. The best part is that all the news is from a Christian worldview.
We were blessed to receive a full year subscription ($28.00) to the Top Story edition of the magazine. Full year subscriptions include 10 big, full-color, monthly issues every month except December & May. Each magazine includes 32 pages filled with age-appropriate news and features. Also included in your subscription are helpful biographies and topical lessons that can be downloaded and printed. You are also given the option to quiz your student to check for comprehension. And as a bonus the answer keys are included.
Top Story is the middle school level of God's World News packages, designed to help teach a biblical worldview. Consistent with all of our publications, Top Story emphasizes News, Knowledge, and Wisdom… website
With our subscription we also received a Map-It world map which is a full-sized (20x30) map sent with the September edition. Different sites are presented in the magazine that you then locate on the Map-It map. It is a great reference point and also comes in handy for other subjects in our homeschool.
A weekly email newsletter that includes answer keys to the magazine quizzes and puzzles is provided to parents and/or teachers. Your subscription also grants you access to a student website at teen.wng.org.
Madison has really enjoyed this magazine and so have I. I love the fact that is written from a Christian perspective. It has been a great springboard for conversations about what is going on in the world and how it fits into Gods plan. The articles in the magazines are through enough for her to get the gist of what is going on in the world without all the unnecessary gory details she might encounter from a regular publication.
I was also surprised to receive a copy of World. This is Gods World News’s magazine for adults. I was engrossed in reading this magazine and read it in one night while waiting for Mikayla to finish practice. I love the Christian perspective once again about stories happening around the world. The articles contain many stories of interest and relevance to my family. Plus, I had a few parents inquire about what I was reading. I took the time to share and hopefully encouraged them enough to further examine the magazine for their children and themselves.
Overall, I am 200% happy and thrilled with this magazine and what it offers for my family. So much so that I am getting subscriptions started for each of my girls. What child doesn’t like getting mail? I wholeheartedly recommend you check out all of the magazines levels available from God’s World News. There is something available for each learning level and you will be blessed by the fact your children are getting good quality news from a source you can trust. Be sure to check out what my Crewmates thought of this level, Top Story, and the other levels that were offered for review by clicking the banner below.
Company ~ God's World News
Product ~ Top Story
Price ~ $28.00 full year
Ages ~ middle school, 6th-8th
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Chess House ~ a TOS review
Have you ever wanted to learn how to play chess? Well today I am pleased to share with you a chess set from Chess House. The Lt. knows how to play chess but I admit I was totally clueless until we were able to review the Starter Chess Learning Kit.
Chess is a game that can be played by the young and old. It is meant to challenge your mind and what parent does not want that for their child. The Starter Chess Learning Kit is recommended for ages 6-12 but it can be used with beginners or advanced players.
This chess set is HUGE! It includes: 34 large size plastic chess pieces with two extra queens just in case a little sister happens to misplace one (just saying), a detailed instruction booklet, a large 20" x 20" vinyl roll up chess mat, a 49 minute teaching DVD called Elliot's Chess School, and a large 24" x 8" x 3" zippered canvas bag with a detachable shoulder strap to hold or transport everything. The bag comes in several colors and we were blessed to receive a green camo print which the girls love.
Let me tell you a little more about the teaching DVD called Elliots Chess School. The set comes with a Pawn Level: Beginner instructional DVD. On the video your student will be introduced to the fun and exciting game of chess right from the start. The video goes in detail about each of the pieces, pawns, rooks, bishops, nights, castling, pawn shields, development, and the King and Queen. You will learn how each piece can move, steel or overtake the other player's pieces, and how to develop strategies for playing and outsmarting your opponent. You will also learn the correct point value scoring for the game.
We started out by watching the DVD and then the girls dove right into playing. They had a little knowledge of the game beforehand but did not know all the correct movements of each piece. Overall, we had a great experience and they have beaten me several times. The Lt. returns home from his business trip in a few days and they are eager to play him!
So, you’re probably thinking this chess set is going to cost a lot of money right for all that you get? Nope! It retails for just $49.95 but right now you can save $10.00 and get it for $39.95. This would be the perfect Christmas or birthday gift for any child. It is very durable and the pieces have withstood a 4 year olds hands. I know that we will be enjoying this chess set for years to come!
This was a great learning experience for the girls and I and we wholeheartedly recommend you look into Chess House if you are in the market for a chess set. Be sure to read the reviews of my CrewMates by clicking the banner below.
Company ~ Chess House
Product ~ Starter Chess Learning Kit
Price ~ on sale for $39.95, normally $49.95
Ages ~ 6 and up
Friday, October 11, 2013
M is for… #fmsphotoaday
M is for Marie, Madison, Mikayla, Montana & McKenzie with Cinderella at her Royal banquet.
Bubbles
Montana wrote a descriptive paragraph about bubbles this week. Here is her finished story.
Bubbles
Bubbles are round circles.
They are clear.
Bubbles can be big or small.
Bubbles feel wet when they pop on you.
They are fun to blow!
Good job Montana!
Thursday, October 10, 2013
It’s not normal…
for 10 year old girls to train 26 hours a week. But because she loves it, we support her every inch of the way.
So, when she gets these aches and pains we ice and rest and take Ibuprofen. Which I really don’t like doing, but that’s my issue not hers 
However, because she is driven she keeps on setting goals and checking them off her list.
GOALS = dreams with deadlines
Even though I hate to see her achy and stiff, I am glad she is not normal. Her determination is just one of the many things that makes me so proud of her.
image credit ~ pinterest
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