Workbox Wednesday

Here’s a photo of our workbox system. These are Jeega’s (6 years old). The same set up is with Bear, but we’re more relaxed with his since he’s 3.

Jeega's Workbox System prepped and ready

This picture was taken a month ago, right before St. Patrick’s Day. A couple things I’ve learned since then:

1. to break up the lessons into multiple boxes if possible. With the 1st grade My Father’s World curriculum, I put the bible reader in one box (#6) and then the copy work into another box (#8). But the copy work had so many parts to it, that Jeega would end up spending a long time on it, and getting frustrated. So, I split up the#8 box into 2 boxes separated by other things and she can get them done quicker and happier that way.

2. Work stations are a pain in the rear end. I’ve tried to incorporate them, but it takes me a LOT of time to figure out what I want and then set it up. Any suggestions would be great!

3. It’s SO worth the time to get the boxes set up! The kids do a great job at school when I take the time to set them up. I’m beginning to get the set up done quicker, and get to bed in a reasonable time. The kids keep me in line with the boxes! They don’t let me slack off too much.

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