Category: Homeschool
How to Make the Perfect Square
While reading “String, Straightedge and Shadow” by Julia Diggins, we came across a chapter on constructing a square using ‘string’ and ‘straightedge’. Watch as I sh... Read More
The Pythagorean Theorem
How did Pythagoras show that the square of two sides of a right triangle equal the square of the hypotenuse? Watch as we recreate the proof from the 6th century. First we will construct a square with ... Read More
Pencil Extenders: What Are They and How Do You Use Them
This quick video show you what pencil extenders (pencil lengtheners) are and how to use them. These particular extenders are made for Lyra brand color pencils and can be found at http://http://www.wal... Read More
Watercolor Pencil Comparison
Watercolor pencils are perfect for drawings you want to bring to life with vibrant color and superb blending. They are especially great for non-detailed drawing in which colors blending into one anoth... Read More
Color Pencil Comparison
Ever wonder which color pencil set you should get? Well, I can’t make that decision for you, but I can show you the difference between these color pencil sets and hopefully this will give you a ... Read More
Interior Angles of a Triangle
This quick and easy projects demonstrates how the interior angles of a triangle equal 180 degrees. All you need is a piece of paper and a pair of scissors. We are using a Waldorf curriculum from Home ... Read More
Chalk Drawing: Geometric Shapes
As part of our Waldorf geometry unit, we are learning how to create shapes by shading them from the periphery, from the center and from intersecting lines. Join me as I make three chalk drawing to acc... Read More
Unity Study: Math
It’s time for a new unit! This time I take you through the process of putting together a math unit. I’m working on a geometry unit and a basic math unit. My default curriculum is always a ... Read More