The Declaration of Independence
When in the course of human events… We are focusing on the Declaration of Independence this week. There is a lot out there on this important document. We have collected
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Friday Faces: Book Club — Apeirogon
Are you enjoying our Friday Faces: Book Club? We still have a few more books and more staff to introduce you to. Today we have a smaller group as we
Teaching Character Through Literature: Integrity
Hello, Down Home Readers! Guess what? It is only 2 weeks till Thanksgiving Break! We are now in the season where time flies for adults but often creeps for kids
Bunker Hill and the 2nd Continental Congress
Welcome to week 8! Last week we heard the “shot heard round the world” as we dove into our study of the Revolutionary War. This week we have Mix-ins for
Friday Faces: Book Club – The Underground Railroad
We made it to Friday. What a week! Well, we have another Friday Faces: Book Club for you. Take some time to unwind as you are introduced to this week’s
The Character Issue: Integrity
I prefer to be true to myself, even at the hazard of incurring the ridicule of others, rather than to be false, and to incur my own abhorrence.” ― Frederick
Lexington and Concord (and more!)
Happy November! We hope you are having a lovely weekend so far. Our study of the Revolutionary War has begun with the “shot heard round the world”. Check out the
Friday Faces: Book Club — Lila
Hello, Friday! How are we at the end of October already? Just a reminder this weekend is the end of Daylight Saving Time. Extra hour of sleep anyone? Our Friday
A Day in the Life: The Matheny Family
Our first A Day in the Life post of the 2020/2021 school year is here! These posts are a favorite at Down Home. If you are new to SLOCA and/or unfamiliar
The Boston Massacre & The Boston Tea Party
It is the start of another week. Can you believe we are approaching the halfway mark for this trimester? For today’s Mix-ins for Monday, we have quite a selection of
