Home School Heartbeat Radio Program
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You’ve done the seasonal unit studies—what’s left? Focus on the holiday itself! Whether you’re baking pumpkin pie or reflecting on the blessings of the past year, take time to savor the slice of life that is Thanksgiving. So says host Mike Smith, on today’s Home School Heartbeat. Mike Smith: A hands-on approach this week could include cooking skills, which is home economics. Discuss nutrition concepts as you plan your meal out. And all the measuring and timing in the kitchen make great teachable moments for math! For practical art projects, your children could make table centerpieces, hand-draw or design place cards on the computer, and arrange other seasonal decorations. This Thanksgiving, consider reaching out beyond your family circle. William Shakespeare said, “Small cheer and great welcome makes a merry feast.” Teach your children the heart of hospitality by including someone in your celebration who might otherwise not have a place to go. The originators of Thanksgiving, after all, were immigrants in a strange land. There are people in your church who don’t have family in the area—invite them to share Thanksgiving with you. Do you live near a university or college with foreign students? Or perhaps you’ve met an immigrant family at the grocery store or the library. Your children could experience the joy of sharing an American tradition with international friends! Next time, we’ll think more about the heart of the Thanksgiving holiday. And until then, I’m Mike Smith.
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