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September 3rd - Flags and Skyscrapers
Here's a more detailed list of September Holidays and Events with worksheets, coloring pages and activities to provide teachable moments for September 3rd.
1977 - American Flag first flown in battle
The American Flag was first flown in battle during the Revolutionary War at Cooch's Bridge.
Australian National Flag Day
The Australian National Flag was first flown on September 3, 1901. The flag was designed by three teenagers who won a nationwide competition with over 32,000 entries.
Skyscraper Day
Skyscraper Day is celebrated on September 3rd to honor Louis Henri Sullivan, one of America's great architects.
September 3rd - Flags and Skyscrapers originally appeared on About.com Homeschooling on Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 at 22:00:41.
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September 2nd - Fires and Battles
Here's a more detailed list of September Holidays and Events with worksheets, coloring pages and activities to provide teachable moments for September 2nd.
1666 - The Great London Fire began
The Great London Fire began an September 2, 1666 and burned for 3 days, destroying over 13,000 buildings.
1945 - Victory over Japan Day or V-J Day
World War II officially ended when Japan surrendered to the Allies in Tokyo Bay on September 2, 1945.
National Blueberry Popsicle Day
September 2nd is National Blueberry Popsicle Day. I've never had a Blueberry Popsicle before, have you? You can easily make your own Blueberry Yogurt Popsicles with this easy recipe by Fiona Haynes, About.com guide to Low Fat Cooking. Popsicles were invented in 1905 by Frank Epperson, an eleven year old boy.
31 B.C. - Battle of Actium
On September 2, 31 B.C., Octavian defeated Mark Antony at Actium. With the defeat of Antony, Octavian became Caesar Augustus and took control of the Roman Empire.
September 2nd - Fires and Battles originally appeared on About.com Homeschooling on Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 11:05:34.
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Grandparents Helping Out
I was blessed with a new granddaughter in April, I'm expecting another on Grandparent's Day and another in December so I have grand parenting on the mind. This will make 11 grandchildren for me. Let me share with you a few things I've started up this year to help out my children and their families. We are fortunate to all live near each other, so it's easy to get together often.
Tuesday Craft Night
I get together with the moms for a craft night and the dads keep the children. This gives the moms a night to work on things without the kids underfoot. My oldest granddaughter (Katie Ann, age 9) also comes and works on her own projects and her Girls Cre8 Craft Club projects. It gives us girls a chance to talk and relax. It usually works out that we do this twice a month.
Wednesdays - Preschool Class/Family Dinner
On Wednesday afternoon we have a preschool type class for the 3-6 year olds. We're using the Smarty Crafts program for our projects. The moms help the 3 year olds, an older sibling helps the 4 year old and the 6 year old works on his own. The kids love this time. They talk about going to class at grandma's house all the time. We do crafts, learn letters and numbers for the youngest ones, have an outside activity and can't forget snack time! Then we all have dinner together that evening.
Thursday - Date Night
On the first Thursday of the month, I keep all the grandkids so the couples can have a date night. I make dinner for the kids so the moms don't have to worry about feeding them. I make myself available from 5:00 on allowing the families to come and go as their schedules dictate. On the weeks we have date night, we don't have craft night.
More for Grandparents
As I mentioned, we all live close by. I see my children and grandchildren all week long. I know it's harder for those that don't live near their grandchildren. Susan Adcox, the About.com Grandparents Guide, has some wonderful ideas to help long-distance grandparents stay connected with their grandchildren.
What is your experience as a homeschool grandparent? What role do you take? How do you help out? Share Your Story
This blog post is part of the All About Parenting Blog Carnival on the topic of Grandparents and Grandparenting, hosted by the About.com Guide to Grandparents, Susan Adcox.
Grandparents Helping Out originally appeared on About.com Homeschooling on Monday, August 30th, 2010 at 23:43:01.
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September 1st - Earthquakes and Wars
Here's a more detailed list of September Holidays and Events with worksheets, coloring pages and activities to provide teachable moments for September 1st.
1830 - Mary Had a Little Lamb published
Mary Had a Little Lamb was written by Sarah Josepha Hale and was first published on September 1, 1830. That's a long time ago!
1923 - Great Kanto Earthquake in Japan
Just before noon on September 1, 1923, the Great Kanto Earthquake struck the Kanto plain in Japan causing much destruction, fires and loss of life. The quake was estimated to measure between 7.9 and 8.4 on the Richter scale. Learn about earthquake safety.
1939 - World War II Began
On September 1, 1939, Germany invades Poland. Britain and France sent Adolf Hitler an ultimatum: Withdraw German forces or they would go to war against Germany.
1985 - Titanic Found
On September 1, 1985, the wreck of the Titanic was found. The Titanic sank on April 15, 1912.
September 1st - Earthquakes and Wars originally appeared on About.com Homeschooling on Monday, August 30th, 2010 at 19:24:31.
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Homeschooler wins 4-H Gold Medal
Through Abigail's involvement with 4-H, she has mastered her studies more thoroughly and also learned to integrate a number of life skills such as planning, preparation, and performance in the process - not to mention the major boost to her confidence and self-esteem. 4-H taught her to reflect on her own experiences and convey personal anecdotes in a creative and engaging manner. Abigail's work has won many awards, including, ribbons, trophies and a gold medal.
Read Abigail's story, then share about your homeschool student's accomplishments.
Homeschooler wins 4-H Gold Medal originally appeared on About.com Homeschooling on Monday, August 23rd, 2010 at 20:56:33.
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