Pongo Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 I finally finished the assignment book for my kiddos. I went and let them pick those really cute pocket folders with the colors/pictures on them.(2 girls picked animals and the ds a race car, of course) ( Page 1) I created a Year-at-a-glance school calender schedule with ALL our days off/holidays/vacations. (Page 2) I have their daily subject schedule timed (7:00 chores, 8:00 Piano, 8:30 English etc.) (Page 3) Veritas Press song lyrics (for our time line) (Page 4-24) Reading Book Log For my 1st grader I added her assignment sheets right before the Reading Book Log (basic assignment sheets). Then, I took it and had comb bound at Staples, with the pocket folders as the covers. They look so cute! Lastly, for my older 2 I really love the Assignment Planner by RR so they each have one in the front pocket of the folder, it fit perfectly. When we have our Fri. afternoon meetings they will fill in their assignment sheets/books. I think it's important to pass on ownership to them, hopefully the plan works :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhonda@LivingWater Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 I think ideas like that really spark their interest and it makes the little ones feel "bigger". It sounds like you put a lot of thought and time into them and I am sure they're great-they sound really cute too. Sounds like you're ready for school!! ~Rhonda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sadiegirl Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Can you show us a picture of your planner? they sound neat!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmgirlinwv Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Great idea! Very cute too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Alfred Academy Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Sounds like a great idea! I'd love to see a pic. too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pongo Posted August 1, 2008 Author Share Posted August 1, 2008 Okay, you made me spend the last few hours finally figuring out how to work my Digital camera from Christmas, Thank You for the push..lol I think I set up an Online Album...at least I tried. Here is where it should be:confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Alfred Academy Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 You did it!!!!! They look fantastic! And the real Pongo is adorable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kls126s Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 We all learn something every day! LOL The notebooks look good. I really like the idea of making the pocket folders into the covers. And the puppy dog is adorable too... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pongo Posted August 1, 2008 Author Share Posted August 1, 2008 You did it!!!!! They look fantastic! And the real Pongo is adorable! Thanks,:) I am happy I finally figured this out. Yea, I have to agreee Pongo is a cutie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pongo Posted August 1, 2008 Author Share Posted August 1, 2008 We all learn something every day! LOL The notebooks look good. I really like the idea of making the pocket folders into the covers. And the puppy dog is adorable too... They are really thick and sturdy so I think it should hold up pretty good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kls126s Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 They are really thick and sturdy so I think it should hold up pretty good. Plus they are cheap way to get a personalized and attractive cover. Looks nicer than a plain cardstock cover or something... Smart momma! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtolgd Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 That looks great! How much does it cost to have the binding done like that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osaubi Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Wow those look great! I has got me thinking about what I would like to do this year! Thanks for the pics :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pongo Posted August 2, 2008 Author Share Posted August 2, 2008 That looks great! How much does it cost to have the binding done like that? It was $2 a binder :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnolia Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Your assignment books look great! What kind of dog is Pongo? We had a stray show up here a couple of years ago and his face looks just like Pongo's. When shaved, his body has the markings and coloring of a St. Bernard. And he is huge (95 lbs). but he resembles Pongo's face so much - that same adorable look. So I am guessing our dog is 1/2 St. Bernard and 1/2 Pongo. We even have to trim the hair over his eyes so he can see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meljoy Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 These look great! And I never would have guesses it would be so reasonable to have them bound. This is an ebook I use for assignment sheets http://www.notebookingnook.com/JoyfulStewardIntermediateBoys/index.html I think I will print them off and have them bound wiht a cover DS picks out like you did. Thanks for the great idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pongo Posted August 2, 2008 Author Share Posted August 2, 2008 Your assignment books look great! What kind of dog is Pongo? We had a stray show up here a couple of years ago and his face looks just like Pongo's. When shaved, his body has the markings and coloring of a St. Bernard. And he is huge (95 lbs). but he resembles Pongo's face so much - that same adorable look. So I am guessing our dog is 1/2 St. Bernard and 1/2 Pongo. We even have to trim the hair over his eyes so he can see. Pongo is a 85 lb."Goldendoodle" he is 1/2 Standard Poodle and 1/2 Golden Retriver. They can get to about 110 lbs depending on the size of the dad(if her was the Retriever)He has a low /non shed coat and he has his summer cut in that pic. , I have to trim, around his eyes or he will walk into walls :confused:. In the winter he has a 5 inch thick wavy coat. Does your guy shed? Here is a close up of a pic. I just sent his breeder. He has a wonderful temperament and we just love him so much :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pongo Posted August 2, 2008 Author Share Posted August 2, 2008 These look great! And I never would have guesses it would be so reasonable to have them bound. This is an ebook I use for assignment sheets http://www.notebookingnook.com/JoyfulStewardIntermediateBoys/index.html I think I will print them off and have them bound wiht a cover DS picks out like you did. Thanks for the great idea! What a cute planner, I might have to get this for my little one next year. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2abcd Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Okay, you made me spend the last few hours finally figuring out how to work my Digital camera from Christmas, Thank You for the push..lolI think I set up an Online Album...at least I tried. Here is where it should be:confused: These are great! Do you have a list of the links where you got the pages? I think one page we saw was something you could download. I'd love to get the pages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimber Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I'm going to copy both of your ideas. These are fantastic! I'm purchasing this planner for my older two from Currclick and I'm going to buy the folders today to get them bound. You ladies Rock! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimber Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 This may seem like a silly question, but I'm not that crafty. Honestly, I'm not crafty at all. But did you have to cut the folders before having them bound? These will be perfect next year for my kids. We're joining a more academic co-op next year that will give homework, and they need a place to put their assignments from their teachers and to write down when everything is due. Thanks again! Kimberly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pongo Posted August 2, 2008 Author Share Posted August 2, 2008 This may seem like a silly question, but I'm not that crafty. Honestly, I'm not crafty at all. But did you have to cut the folders before having them bound? These will be perfect next year for my kids. We're joining a more academic co-op next year that will give homework, and they need a place to put their assignments from their teachers and to write down when everything is due. Thanks again! Kimberly Yes, the folders were cut down the spine before they were bound so they lay flat :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pongo Posted August 2, 2008 Author Share Posted August 2, 2008 These are great! Do you have a list of the links where you got the pages? I think one page we saw was something you could download. I'd love to get the pages. calender Weekly Assignments Book Log Reading Log for my 1st grader Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina in WA Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 That looks WONDERFUL! I love the idea of getting those folders and using them for covers. I am so happy you posted pictures because I was visualizing 3 ring binder, even when you mentioned the comb binding. Go figure. I am a visual gal. I would like to do something like this, but I hop around everywhere that I don't feel I could plan out our schedule for a whole year. I make up their assignment handouts on Sunday and place them in the front of their folders (I use those 3 prong file folders with pockets). This seems to work well for us. But I am always looking for more ideas to help it make it better. :) What are you plans with filling out their schedules? What is your Friday afternoon meeting? What is the the reading log book? I see it is 20 pages. I like the idea of a daily schedule in each of their folders. I used to have one posted that was for ALL of us, but we are hardly all on the same schedule all the time (online classes, have to work with one, or two, while others are off doing something else, etc). I think I am going to sit down and really think (& pray) about this one. Thanks for sharing what you have done. It has encouraged me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pongo Posted August 2, 2008 Author Share Posted August 2, 2008 During our Friday afternoon meetings we will go over the following week schedule and THEY (yes, my plan is the kiddos) will fill out their assignment pages. The book log is basically every single book they have read for the year. It's been great because, I use my 5th grade dd's book log, for ideas for the next ones coming up because she is such a voracious reader I end up with an expansive book list. It also let's me SEE how much they are reading. HTH's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jen210 Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Great Job! It looks great. I might have to try something like this for my boys. Thanks for sharing. Jennifer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oakmom Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I think I'm going to try the folder covers this year with weekly lesson plan sheets similar to ELaurie's. Here's a link to a post of hers describing and showing samples of her planning sheets: http://www.welltrainedmind.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31491&highlight=plans I like having the blank weekly plans with room to fill in as we go throughtout the year. My kids will love choosing folders to use as covers for their plan books. Great idea! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawn in Ohio Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Wonderful idea! I was brainstorming something similar, but it didn't occur to me to use the folders for the cover. Very nice. My kids will enjoy it. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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