tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83032132662057459462024-02-21T02:30:26.563+08:00TheHoneybunch HomeschoolKeepsakes & Avenue of our Homeschool JourneyHanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.comBlogger63125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-7434750431882290992012-03-01T03:18:00.001+08:002012-03-01T03:56:23.165+08:00What have we've being up to for almost a year?
The answer :
1) Having a baby, the 3rd boy addition to our family has been occupying our time most.
2) Mama was and still is busy with networking a.k.a. Facebook
3) House moving
As I am now is transitioning from full-time working mom to work-at-home-mom, I may have more time to write but I just have to do it while everyone is sleeping. Plus, working on my own is not easy as every single Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-41652716676097436362011-06-25T11:43:00.000+08:002011-06-25T11:43:55.312+08:00My Boys at Craft with ParenthotsOur family had attended this event last 28th of May at Tropicana City Mall (very nearby our house, fortunately. :-D)
It was free entrance workshop that something must not be missed plus the awesome freebies and all the activities catered for the day. Found about this event from Parenthots Newsletter of course. Details of what activites being lined up was being announced HERE.
Let pictures Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-61596454565587046872011-04-04T18:30:00.000+08:002011-04-04T18:30:50.749+08:00Hanafi's New Reading ProjectThis is Hanafi's current read in Bahasa Malaysia language lesson.
Sometimes ago, Hubby did mentioned his old storybooks that he had in his childhood. Now, it is passed down to our eldest boy, Hanafi.
It does remind my own childhood. I love Enid Blyton both English and Bahasa Malaysia version. Now, Hanafi is reading Misteri Kehilangan Putera Raja.Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-47021273920196277552011-03-30T18:13:00.001+08:002011-03-30T18:14:39.134+08:00Hambali's Masterpieces
Hambali did his first 'human being' scribbled when he was 2 and a half years old.
Now, at almost 33 months old, he is so into LEGO set. Look at his masterpieces...He said this "Mama, GIRAFFE".
Few days later, "Tengok ni (see this), ROBOT!"
And, last night, he built this...
showed this to us & guessed what? 'Keta Wonderpets' (Wonderpet Cartoon Vehicle) and sang the song as well!
OurHanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-36813407260714450972011-03-23T17:29:00.005+08:002011-03-23T21:16:33.942+08:00Choosing Age-appropriate toys | 6-12 months oldI have promised a friend to send her an email on giving some suggestions the suitable toys for her 8 months old daughter as she wanted to avoid buying common types like doll for her little girl and wanting something that can enhance her daughter's development.
So, rather sent email, I think it is better I've shared that in here instead so others can benefit it as well. Read on.
Hanz's Note : Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-5089215059884221522011-03-19T20:48:00.002+08:002011-03-19T21:42:58.180+08:00Hambali can read at 32 months!I've shared our great discovery yesterday among friends via Facebook.
It was wednesday night that when I was making word-only-no picture flash cards, Hambali entered my bedroom and after his usual greeting of 'Hi' to me, he flipped over those stack cards on the floor and get hold one card with the word 'black' on it. He started to spell b-l-a-c-k and I ignore the spelling action as he Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-80806336335739814502011-03-19T20:41:00.002+08:002011-03-19T21:46:13.678+08:00Toddler Class 2 | More Pre-mathematics & Fine-motor skillsToddler Class with Mama continued last Sunday.
Started off a bit late as Hambali took forever to finish his breakfast. Papa did'nt managed to bring the boys to playground as both Papa and Abang Hanafi rushed off for wedding that noon.
Hambali started off with flash card for the first time and just the word for shapes, all 5 flashed each at 5 seconds.
Then, continued with collage activity.
Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-77859450965525034472011-03-19T20:36:00.001+08:002011-03-19T21:47:29.379+08:00Toddler Class 1 | Pre-mathematics & pre-science introductionToddler class? With his Mama of course.
Now, every Sunday he will spent time with Mama alone to do lots of fantastic activities specifically for his development.
Then, as Hambali's latest milestones has developed rapidly, I reckon he needs activities to extend the current knowledge acquired and so starting last Sunday onwards, he will do various suitable activities.
The objective of all Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-76361247640464745902011-03-19T20:33:00.001+08:002011-03-19T21:51:29.244+08:00Hambali's latest progress early this yearWhat's been happening to Hambali? Anyone miss him?
His latest looks...less chubby...
He's getting cheekier, throwing tantrum on and off and yet he is a self-learner. Self-motivated I must say. All I need to do on stimulating his learning endeavour is by constant videos watching, plastered lesson posters surrounded his bed and make books available within his reach, he is well-off on Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-13467890794378987022011-03-19T20:29:00.002+08:002011-03-20T00:03:01.876+08:00Beginning 2011 Hanafi's ProgressHanafi told me that he wanted Iron-Man mask for his birthday this time and Mama still searching high and low, scratching her head what should we give him, than the requested mask to a boy who just turned 7.
We recently purchased bunk bed from IKEA, he loves it and he is going to share his bed, his room, his stuff with his little brother, Hambali. Not easy though because all this while,Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-78285715170326116032011-03-19T19:43:00.001+08:002011-03-19T21:53:05.106+08:00What should parents do if they see signs of autism in their child?The symptoms of autism spectrum disorders vary from person to person. With such a wide range of possible symptoms, how is it possible to identify a child with autism?
A child may well reach his milestones at an early age and still qualify for an autism spectrum diagnosis, or, on the other hand, appear to have several symptoms and not be autistic at all. That is because autism spectrum Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-14612761280790693862011-03-19T19:33:00.001+08:002011-03-19T21:54:25.808+08:00Baby Loves NatureThe Story Behind this picture : That was the first ever we brought Baby Hambali along with his 5 years old brother outdoor in year 2009. Location : Taman Tasik Seremban. First time experience for Baby Hambali but countless time for his big brother.We did'nt do any specific activity just 'lazing' around there and let Baby Hambali roaming about, crawled under the watchful eyes of both his Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-30303749128311105932011-03-19T19:20:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:01:31.799+08:00Tips on Fun Water PlayTo get your kids to love water, here's some idea that might be a solution. All these ideas applies to either toddler or preschooler:-
Make bath-time fun by getting some bath toys for your kids to play with
Bubbles - lots of them. Give your kid to try different medium to make bubbles such as sponges of different sizes, varieties plastic pots to fill with and even wooden spoon so that your Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-53487075883020342242011-03-19T19:18:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:02:49.298+08:00Autism | Definition, characteristics & TypesDefinition : Autism is a pervasive developmental disorder which affects social and communication skills and, to a greater or lesser degree, motor and language skills. It is such a broad diagnosis that it can include people with high IQs and mental retardation and people with autism can be chatty or silent, affectionate or cold, methodical or disorganized.
While people with autism may be Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-49575106081104796712011-03-19T19:12:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:04:25.796+08:00What is ADHD or also known as Hyperactive?Parents and teachers often describe children who are excitable, boisterous or disobedient as hyperactive. The terms attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is used by the medical professional to describe a more severe and long-lasting problem in children. It is said that ADHD affect one in every 25 children and this is equivalent to at least one child in every classroom. ADHD also isHanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-15690604065763923492011-03-19T18:56:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:04:47.699+08:00Learning Disability in Children | Diagnosis, Testing & ParentingMany gifted and talented children are often misdiagnosed as having learning disabilities. Many characteristics of gifted children, both social and emotional, there are times mistaken as symptoms of specific learning disorders. For some gifted children, they have the unusual learning styles . And to some even though they are very intelligent, they may also have learning disability. They may Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-43104071622325613882011-03-19T18:52:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:05:38.533+08:00Learning Disability in Children | Symptoms & TypesWhy it is so hard for my son to finish his homework?"
"My daughter can read but at times, she has difficulty pronouncing certain words."
"If she would just pay attention, she would get it."
"Your son disturbs his friends while lesson is on and
seems hard to concentrate in class."
"After I give the instructions, my daughter just stand there and I have to repeat the instructions again. Funny Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-20722972506542959742011-03-19T18:48:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:07:41.001+08:00If you have special needs child, don't deny their rights!The conversation that took place between my elder sister and myself yesterday late evening was an eye-opener for me to shed some light and share with all of you. I had finally confided to my sister when she insisted to understand about Hanafi's condition. My sister was shocked when I've informed her that we just submitted OKU form meaning soon Hanafi is the holder of OKU card.
All this Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-85305870547023320102011-03-19T16:52:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:08:43.401+08:00Trips Everywhere during 2010 Hari Raya long holidays
Hanz's : Reminiscence last year long holidays during Raya festive seaon.
TheHoneybunch is back in blogosphere after the loooong silence.
Where have we've been from first Raya to yesterday?
Here are some sneak peaks on few trips we had and activities we've done.
The very First Raya Day. Location : Shah Alam. Hubby's side of family.
I suppose it is a must of each hub's siblings' with their Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-43205573673360163322011-03-19T16:47:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:09:17.517+08:0010 Ways to grow a happy child1. Fall in love with your baby by having a positive birthing experience for baby, mother and father right from pregnancy, confinement till the early years.
2. Strengthen that love by breastfeeding your child until he or she no longer needs it.
3. A refreshed mother, thanks to co-sleeping and nursing simultaneously ends to worry less of her child's safety and make her a patient mother!
4Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-53524248524057256852011-03-19T16:44:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:09:45.833+08:0010 Tips on how to manage toddler behaviour1. Keep toddler safe. Protect him against busy streets and the dangers that he might find anywhere. Keep pills, cleaning materials, sharp objects and other toxic substances out of reach, under lock and key if necessary
2. Give toddler freedom to grow and make discoveries in his own way. Avoid unhampered his spirit by too many rules and unrealistic expectations.
3. Give the toddler the Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-31348408263503368402011-03-18T22:55:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:10:22.461+08:00Natural Learner in progressHanz's : Progress observation to our eldest boy, Hanafi who was then 6 years old before end of year 2010.
Amazed observing how my elder boy, Hanafi attempted his E.nopi Math worksheet last night. 2 digits addition in example, 15 + 14, 22 + 13, both vertical and diagonal, he did it just like reading, read the sum and without seconds of thinking moment, he wrote the answer. No hesitation. And Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-31941744815867206162011-03-18T22:51:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:10:58.550+08:00Creativity is a like a tiny seed that needs nurturing
Hanz's : We have attended Homeschooler Talk sometime in last Sepetmber, 2010 and this was the second homeschool event we have attended so far. Having witnessed our lil tot, Baby Hambali last night, both hubs and me agreed with one thing. Baby Hambali is getting more creative day by day (exluding the messiness he created on the entire household. LOL ;P)
Cloth hanger became belt, toy box Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-41259426847497644512011-03-18T22:47:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:11:52.296+08:00Adopting Montessori for toddler's motor skill (Part 2)
Activity #3 : Threading
Objective : Eye-hand coordination and improves concentration and dexterity
Steps:
1. We bought the ready-made threading toy last time from Pusat Sains Negara. Actually, you can make it yourself by getting a thicker thread like wool yarn or strings or even old shoelaces. Some art store or sewing store sells beads in various sizes but make sure you find the one Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8303213266205745946.post-39426404662153828092011-03-18T22:46:00.001+08:002011-03-19T22:12:34.712+08:00Why I believe in homeschooling (Part 2)
In retrospect, I could recalled how our parents approach education in economic terms, meaning landed a well-prospect career and concerned about getting a job with their certificates so that they could earn comfortable salaries to live a comfortable life. Occupation like doctors, lawyers, engineers and teachers , just to name a few are the noted popular among children,.When we ask little Hanz Jamaludinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15069250576483216563noreply@blogger.com0