Yesterday, my boys did their last history mapping assignment for Bigger Hearts and I took their picture with it, our globe, and our manual.
This morning, I presented them with a "certificate" for completing Bigger... and we had a decorated cake!
We started this litte tradition when my third son graduated from LHFHG into Beyond... it was a hit!I asked my boys to give a recitation before cake eating. They had to give a "telling" from science and history and recite a favorite poem from the year. They both knew their poems by heart and did such a great job! I was not expecting a perfectly recited poem from memory- but that is what I got from both of them- I thought they would "read with expression" from the guide. My eight year old, in particular, brought tears to my eyes as he dramatically recited his favorite poem "The Railroad Cars are coming!"
I think, in the future, I might have them look through their binders and "tell" on several favorite assignments as that might give a little more direction. My oldest was so busy making sure he had his poem memorized- he forgot to focus on the facts he needed for the "telling."
Anyway- I wanted to share this happy tradition we have started. Todd (Dad) was there, too, as he starts a late shift on Fridays (thru tax season). It was great.
~Rebecca
) You and your boys are most definitely going to love Preparing. We're nearing the end and love it now just as much as ever!
. I always feel like we should do something at the end of a guide, but wasn't sure what to do. I am going to have to tuck this idea away in my memory bank - or better yet, print it off and keep it for reference (as I age my memory is aging as well 
). Anyway, your dc are so blessed to have you for a mom. This is a wonderful way to celebrate all that's been learned and enjoyed with HOD through the year and you can bet your dc will remember those celebrations fondly!