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    Hatching Chicks with Kids

    Day One: We placed the eggs in the incubator and for the next 18 days we maintained the humidity and rotated the eggs at least three times a day.  Day 9: We “candled” the eggs to see if there were embryos or not.  This had to be done in a dark room so the picture is blurry, but at the bottom of the egg, that leafy shape is a foot!  The bright spot at the bottom of the egg is the air sac.  The girls squealed seeing the babies wiggle…

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    Encouraging Movement in the Classroom

    I am often asked how I get the girls to stay seated at the table during school.  The truth is…I don’t!  I believe their bodies were meant for movement and we “school” with that in mind.  I’ve always loved Nicolette Sowder’s quote: “If we want them to move mountains, we must first allow them to get out of their chairs!”.  So, here are a few options to encourage movement in your child’s day, especially when the weather keeps you indoors. Enjoy!  Chair Ball – We use this at our school…

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    A Closer Look at Cows

    During our time using “The Playful Pioneers” curriculum by The Peaceful Press, we spent a lovely week studying cows and I thought I would share our adventure with you! First up, we examined the beautiful and humble cow itself.  We used our cow figures from Schleich to have a closer look. Hereford Calf by Schleich Holstein Cow by Schleich  The girls loved studying the different cow breeds listed in “Farm Anatomy” by Julia Rothman.  They each picked a favourite and drew their choice.  Next up, they labelled their creations and…