it never happens in "school"

 The "AHHA" moments never come during "school"

 They happen later..... hours days weeks but they do happen. They happen when the kids are playing. Like this morning when Emmett was kindly emptying my wallet for me and I asked Millie to pick up the contents and set it on the table. I found the contents of my wallet placed on the table organized first by size and shape then by color. Alright we can skip the sorting lessons I had planned for next month.

As a prideful person this is hard for me to accept. I want instant gratification. I want to introduce a concept see the light flash in their eyes as they perfectly accomplish the task the first time.

In this past year I have learned that it is much more meaningful and relevant to be able to see my children accomplish these tasks in their daily lives without coaching or coaxing from a over zealous mother.

Then came my AHHA moment my children's education doesn't stop because they have stepped away from the table. They learn all day every day through exploration and play.