We have been on a series of short weeks… and this was yet another. But, this time, it was for a great reason. Covid Vaccine 2! E woke up on Monday morning to remind me that Thursday was the big day… he was clearly already anticipating the vaccine and was growing concerned. We did our CRA work this week with the plan to take Thursday and Friday off for recovering from the vaccine should side effects occur.

Word Mysteries

Use manipulative letters to solve the word mysteries.

Fine Motor: Sewing

E tried his first attempt at sewing today. He was hesitant at first but quickly took off on a secret idea… by the end, I finally realized what it was, his new favorite interest “font”

Pencil Grip

E struggles with his pencil grip and has refused any guidance or tools to support a more efficient grip. As a result, he writes with his entire arm and tires quickly. Today, we discussed the value of a new grip and he finally tried it. It does not feel natural yet, but he did see the value for himself.

Phrases Confidently

I continue to be amazed at how quickly he is taking off with spelling and confidently beginning to write on lined paper.

You Are Good at Math

This week we focused on reviewing an elementary math book to ensure we were on track for math this year. We did one problem from each major section and he sailed through without a hiccup.

Romach Numerals

At CRA, we do not like the phrase “little children do math” so we brainstormed more meaningful memorization devices… we came up with Love Corn Donuts and Milk because that sums up his diet.

Mental Algebraic Addiiton / Subtraction

He has mastered the approach to algebraic addition and subtraction mentally. Sometimes the calculations are challenging but the strategy is solid and he feels confident.

Jump Jump

There is always time for a jump break.

Christmas Tree

This Japanese Maple was aglow in Christmas red this week. We were both inspired to take some photographs and press a leaf.

Go Climb a Tree

He is so proud that he can climb this tree independently, he takes off joyfully towards the tree every chance he gets.

Word Mysteries

Fine Motor: Sewing

Pencil Grip

Phrases Confidently

You Are Good at Math

Romach Numerals

Mental Algebraic Addiiton / Subtraction

Jump Jump

Christmas Tree

Go Climb a Tree

Vaccine Day

There were a lot of nerves leading up to the vaccine day and apparently the night before, his anxiety got the better of him as he tried to go to sleep. But, he did fabulously getting his vaccine - so brave, with a different nurse and a mask on the entire time without an issue. He felt proud and relieved to have the vaccine behind him!

A few hours after the vaccine, E started to have some headache and arm ache and began Motrin. We spent Thursday together playing new iPad games which were calming puzzle strategy games. By Friday, he was back to himself and ready to spend his day creating icons, fonts, and designs for his own projects. We did however spend some time outside as well… here you can see him enjoying another day of freedom to be creative and silly.

Despite the silliness, his brain never rests. He continued to work on his new app idea by analyzing a major competitor on Friday. HIs board, filled with his thoughts about the competitor and how his app will be better.

Vaccine Success

Overall, he had about 24 hours of not feeling great but the vaccine side effects were easily managed with Motrin and he feels proud to have done his part to bring an end to this pandemic.

Week 14: Recap

Vaccine Day

Vaccine Success