Rope Bed

For History today the kids learned about Rope Beds from Colonial Times.

Here's Eric hammering holes.

John is lacing his rope through his bed frame.

Eric lacing his rope through his bed frame.

John sewing his mattress.



Eric all done.

John all done.

They even learned where the phrase "Sleep Tight. Don't let the bed bugs bite" came from.

Colonial America History pockets

We started out Colonial America history pockets this week. It was an interesting experience to put the first pocket and cover together. I had no idea it would take 2 pieces of construction paper for each. I didn't know they were so big. When I saw the dimensions I was lost for a bit. LOL. But I finally figured it out and the kids to working on it. Now I'm worried about the durability of the pocket and such. Its only made of construction paper. I hope it survives my boys. LOL