u/Microwave_Coven

Let's hear it.

I am trying to fit in as many outdoor activities as I can before the heat becomes too oppressive. It may already be too late.

My oldest is due for a bit of a break soon, which is fine, because I have to focus more on my youngest. He's maybe finally having a language explosion, which he needs in order to do more academically.

Could be board, card, app, video, anything, really.

I've been playing math games with my kids lately. Tiny Polka Dot by Math for Love has sixteen games for practicing numeracy and math facts. Their math fact flashcards are nice, too. We tried Sum Swamp and Ocean Raiders for addition fact practice, the latter being the trickier and more enjoyable of the two. If anyone has recommendations for other addition/subtraction games, please share.

I've added some card games from eeboo and Mudpuppy to the rotation, too, because pictures of animals are highly motivating around here. I wouldn't say they're superior to playing with regular playing cards, just prettier.

When my youngest was in book refusal mode, I bought him Pikuniku for the Switch, which requires reading dialog. The soundtrack is will get stuck in your head; don't say I didn't warn you.

Who here is currently homeschooling high school age students?

Also, Happy Mother's Day to all who celebrate.

The pettier, the better.

Do you have any last day of school celebrations planned?

I'm tempted to do the Pizza Hut summer reading program. For nostalgia alone.

We might double dip and do the local public library's program, too. They even have a track for adults. It's a fun excuse to read some books I've been meaning to get to for the last year.

In reading for fun news, the cat-related mystery someone recommended last week just arrived in through inter-library loan, and I am finishing American Fantasy, by Emma Staub (This Time Tomorrow made me cry; it's really good). It's set on a cruise with an aging Boy Band, and it's fun and clever. Everyone in the house seems to be coming down with something, so it's a good thing to read while loafing on the couch.

What is on your summer reading list? I really want to dive into The Count of Monte Cristo.

I like the AFI's top 100 list for tweens and teens, but right now the adversity towards the end of Kiki's Delivery Service is about the maximum the kids can handle.

Do you have any go-to games, destinations, or activities for the days when the outdoors is not a great option?

Chasing each other around the house is a popular one here, as is the local indoor playground. I hear our local zoo is amazing to visit in the rain, but I am not sure I want to be out there in the thunderstorm currently passing through.