Fun things first…after we went on the Busch 360 Tour last August, I promised Chickadee we’d go on a classic tour of the ballpark this spring…Monday was the day! We also toured the Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum, where Chickadee got to hold a game-used Yadier Molina bat, and I got to hold one that belonged to Stan the Man! If you’re looking for a great way to learn local history, visit your nearest ballpark if you can!

We finished up a few final new concepts in algebra, including the mid-point formula, and then began a review that will take us through the end of the year. We discussed both the water and rock cycles in science. In history we read about the Chernobyl disaster, perestroika, glasnost, and the end of the Cold War. Chickadee began one final writing assignment that includes creating an outline based off a short story. We started a short, fun literature study of one of my favorite books, The Phantom Tollbooth. This week’s recipe from the American Girl Sweet and Savory Treats Cookbook was Chocolate-Vanilla Sandwich Cookies inspired by Rebecca…yes, we basically made homemade Oreos!

Just two more weeks of the 2025-26 school year to go!