We just moved at the end of last month. That was a feat. It was also an adventure. One thing we found out, the previous owners were willing to leave the piano that was in the house! This was exciting for everyone in the house. What was even more exciting was that we grabbed access to the Music & Creativity - Foundation Course from Simply Music … [Read more...]
What’s Hoppin’ at Hopkins Homeschool – January 21, 2018
Wow, another week has happened! Where did that go? I can tell you that I honestly don’t know! I have had an issue of getting myself ready for a week when I wasn’t ready for it. I had all the best intentions, but no motivation to make it happen. However, being in the homeschool way, we can make things work as we see fit! This week started slow. … [Read more...]
Music in the Homeschool ~ Blogging Through the Alphabet
Welcome back! We are officially half way through the alphabet! Yes, half done with this fun Blogging Through the Alphabet Series! I am so glad you joined me and Annette from A Net in Time for this journey! Even though we are half way through the alphabet, we would love to have you join us! Have an "M" post? Link it up with … [Read more...]
Music Appreciation for Elementary Grades ~ A Schoolhouse Crew Review
Music, such a wonderful way to play with your emotions. Why not have a way to teach this magic that is great for multi age groups and a variety of learners. If you are looking for this kind of music lesson, look no further than Zeezok Publishing LLC and their Music Appreciation Book 1: for the Elementary Grades. Zeezok Publishing … [Read more...]
Maestro Classics The Nutcracker ~ A Schoolhouse Crew Review
“Where words fail, music speaks.” Hans Christian Andersen. This is big reason why I want to be adding music into the lives of my children, but when they are kids, you have to make it fun! That is when I turn to Maestro Classics! Last week we spent some time with The Nutcracker and I can’t wait to tell you about … [Read more...]
The Unmaking Review and GIVEAWAY
Music is such a fun and wonderful way to sit back and relax. Finding just the right CD to listen to shouldn’t be had, you should be able to just know that you have a good Christian, family friendly CD in and ready to go when you need it. This last week I have been listening to Nichole Nordeman’s newest album, The … [Read more...]
Happy Kids Songs ~ A Schoolhouse Crew Review
Do you have that child who loves to listen to music all the time? The one who loves catchy tunes? Do you want to have them listen to songs that will help them build character, work on their attitude, manners and respect? Happy Kids Songs has some fun albums, like Friends & Sharing, Happiness & Attitude, Manners & … [Read more...]
Maestro Classics ~ A Schoolhouse Crew Review
Do you like stories? Do you like music? What about a story within the music? Maestro Classics does just this! We were given the chance to listen to Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel and The Sorcerer’s Apprentice. Both of these CDs were delightful to listen to! Maestro Classics is beautiful classical music for children! Their … [Read more...]