Today I am going to get two addresses from anysoldier.com for lessons in following directions, writing, math, and social studies.
1.We'll find out what items our soldiers need and want, go to the store and get boxes for mailing.
2.For math, we'll estimate how many items we can fit in that box, then we'll add up the weights of the items with a calculator to come up with how many ounces we have, divide by 16 to get lbs, and go online to print postage.
3.For writing, the kids will think up some nice things to say to their soldier and do a little art.
4. For a bit of logic, we may do a little study in understanding by helping them figure out why our soldier may want particular items like baby wipes, foot powder, or water flavoring packets.
5. For some geography and social studies, we'll locate on a map the country in which our soldier is stationed, then later today when they are doing other things I will try to find out about the positive things that are being done by our military and civilians in that area, and at dinner tell the kids what I've learned.
Update: Can't print the postage online. Have to fill out a customs form at the post office. This little project is taking us all day. I'm not complaining though, there are worse things than standing in line at post offices and filling out forms.
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