This week we are learning the difference between indentured servitude and slavery. Story of the World has many suggestions for extra activities following the chapters and we've chosen to do a day of servitude and a day of slavery. The kids thought it was funny until we made contracts. I added that they would clean the living room and dining room as well as the sink toilet of their bathroom. They felt empowered by the right to refuse terms of a contract until I told them that I refuse to give a reward for something that already occurs on a daily basis in this home. So only doing chores and school and behaving at church tonight was just not enough. They became reluctant to participate until the reward was announced. A medium milkshake at Sonic after church tipped the scale in my favor and we have signed contracts!
TOMORROW
Tomorrow, the kids get to be my slaves and I'm working on a few things that may make them squirm! They will have no choice! I may have a foot massage and my nails painted by my little slaves. I might even have them make me lunch. As punishment for disobedience, they may have to watch me eat before eating any of their own snacks! Hahaha! The devious plans of a homeschool mom!
I'm liking this idea so much, I may have to start doing it weekly!
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