The Homestyle

I can’t believe we’re getting ready to start the third month of our Summer Read-Aloud Book Club! I have been enjoying this quite a bit, and I hope you have as well.

So far, we’ve read all about Boats and explored the world of Bugs and Insects. And now, the moment you’ve been waiting for……. the announcement for July’s theme!

During the month of July, we will be reading all about pioneers. I am so excited! As a child I most frequently pretended to be a pioneer. My sister and I had dresses and bonnets to dress up as the part. We had a great playhouse that looked like a real log cabin. And the best part was that we had a real covered wagon to play on!

There are so many good books on this topic, that I know it’s going to be difficult to make the list of book recommendations this month. Please jump in with your suggestions!

Photo Credit: Road 2 Beautiful

Finally, I’m giving you an early look at our out-and-about activity for Pioneer Month. We will be going to Centennial Village in Greeley this month! If you’ve never been to Centennial Village, you’re in for a treat. This mini town contains historic buildings from around the state, which have been restored to give you a glimpse into daily life of times gone by. While not everything in Centennial Village is from the pioneer era, I thought this would be a great activity for making history come alive.

Photo Credit: Centennial Village

To learn more about Centennial Village (including pricing and hours) please visit their website here.

So, now I’d like to get your input: which of the following dates would be best for your family to attend Centennial Village? (Each of these would take place sometime in the afternoon) Please reply to this post with one of the following dates:

1. Friday, July 13

2. Saturday, July 14

3. Sunday, July 15

4. Saturday, July 21

5. Sunday July 22

6. Friday, July 27

7. Saturday, July 28

8. Sunday, July 29