High School and Self-Education Board

How do the Chalkdust Math texts compare with the Lial series in content and clarity. (nt) - Louise (who is already agonizing about which high school math to use even though my oldest is only 5th grade) 18:12 Jul 12 (1)

Well, - Valerie(TX) 12:16 Jul 13 (0)

Is there tests available for Traditional Logic 1? Is so where?nm - Melody In Tx 16:52 Jul 12 (2)

try www.memoriapress.com (nt) - Lesley 17:11 Jul 16 (1)
- Memoria Press contact info. inside........ - Lesley 17:21 Jul 16 (0)

I have two questions, help please? - Yolanda 16:22 Jul 12 (7)

Right! (m) - lamb 11:07 Jul 13 (0)
High school English encompasses both lit and comp....usually the comp assignments are derived from the lit readings. - marie 19:27 Jul 12 (5)
- Cool...thanks. Now, what about Zoology Science? nt - Yolanda 19:33 Jul 12 (4)
  - Now, this is sweet....how does classical edu. fits with Zoology? - Yolanda 0:10 Jul 14 (3)
    - Re: Now, this is sweet....how does classical edu. fits with Zoology? - percytruffle 20:36 Jul 14 (2)
      - Thanks Lisa, this helps a lot in deed.:)...nt - Yolanda 14:21 Jul 15 (1)
        
        You're welcome. Glad to be of help. nt - percytruffle 18:28 Jul 15 (0)

AP scores -- especially from you folks who dared to do AP on your own..... - Gwen in VA 13:05 Jul 12 (8)

I'm really impressed -- congratulations to all the self-study folks! Maybe I'll join you some year! (nm) - Gwen in VA 13:41 Jul 13 (0)
This year he did one on his own and one at the local ps (m) - Susan in IL 20:01 Jul 12 (0)
Dd got her scores in the mail on Monday (7/10) (m) - Jan in MO 16:59 Jul 12 (0)
Not a brag so much as a comment on AP: - Catherine 16:23 Jul 12 (0)
Dd did well --LOT of extra work though - Chris in So. Cal 16:20 Jul 12 (0)
We're anxiously awaiting the score right now... - Lynne 14:37 Jul 12 (1)
- I couldn't wait and paid the stupid $8 to get them over the phone! nt - Kim (in VA, but not "Kim in VA") 15:37 Jul 12 (0)
My daughter simply did the work we'd planned - LoriM 14:20 Jul 12 (0)

Senior Science - Lisa TX 12:49 Jul 12 (11)

Thanks for the feedback. This is all very helpful! nt. - Lisa TX 7:12 Jul 13 (4)
- My rising senior (who wants to be either a chemical or electrical engineer)... - momof7 16:40 Jul 13 (3)
  - I think taking physics in high school is a real advantage - Rhonda S 12:45 Jul 14 (0)
  - I was wondering if that might be the case - that taking a CC class in a major course area (chemistry for a chemical engineering major) would hurt you in the long run....(more) - Kathy D 21:06 Jul 13 (1)
    - Professor in engineering depts' advice...m - momof7 13:55 Jul 14 (0)
my daughter is in the same situation, and we are looking at colleges right now....(more) - Kathy D 6:00 Jul 13 (0)
My recommendation... - GVA 4:08 Jul 13 (3)
- Gail, my ds is taking Apologia Physics at co-op t his fall...How do you like the text? Is it rigorous?Thanks! nt. - Michelle in GA 5:19 Jul 13 (2)
  - My honest opinion about Apologia in general.... - GVA 5:09 Jul 14 (1)
    - Thank-you Gail ! nt. - MIchelle in GA 7:30 Jul 14 (0)
Similar situation here, but one year behind you... - ereks mom 13:03 Jul 12 (0)

I love LoriM's idea of getting together. - Lisa TX 12:44 Jul 12 (2)

Hey, Lisa...we have a great airport here in Greenville! (c: - LoriM 14:14 Jul 12 (1)
- Wouldn't that be a hoot!!!? nt - Lisa TX 15:32 Jul 12 (0)

Kreeft's Socratic Logic: how long do you take to go through this, and at what pace? Thanks.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 12:34 Jul 12 (2)

My dd's went through Kreeft's book in a semester (m) - Jenifer 17:39 Jul 14 (0)
Re: Kreeft's Socratic Logic: how long do you take to go through this, and at what pace? Thanks.--nt - Pat in WA 10:04 Jul 13 (0)

Critical Thinking in US History, Your opinion valued - Diana 10:31 Jul 12 (6)

We liked the series a lot... - Brenda in MA 12:57 Jul 12 (3)
- Brenda, would you say that the books could be used in any order? nt - Luann in ID 14:06 Jul 12 (2)
  - Re: Brenda, would you say that the books could be used in any order? nt - Brenda in MA 6:02 Jul 13 (1)
    - Thanks for posting! - Luann in ID 9:24 Jul 13 (0)
My opinion would be no... - Catherine 12:42 Jul 12 (1)
- I agree. Also . . . - Kimm in WA 18:43 Jul 13 (0)

college Latin placement tests/ Latin texts used in colleges - Suzanne in MN 10:26 Jul 12 (5)

Re: college Latin placement tests/ Latin texts used in colleges - Dori 18:42 Jul 12 (4)
- Thanks! How do you find out which text a college is using (m) - Suzanne in MN 6:10 Jul 13 (3)
  - Re: Thanks! How do you find out which text a college is using (m) - Dori 16:29 Jul 13 (0)
  - What I do use go to the college websites and then click to the "bookstore" - lh 8:42 Jul 13 (1)
    - Thank you both! This info is helpful.(nt) - Suzanne in MN 17:01 Jul 13 (0)

Invitation to my home for NC folks (or southern VA)... - LoriM 9:51 Jul 12 (4)

I'm interested.... - Elizabeth B. in NC 11:58 Jul 14 (1)
- I'd love for you to make it, but completely understand your work obligations. (nt) - LoriM 14:41 Jul 14 (0)
I'm interested...(more) - Suzanne 19:04 Jul 12 (0)
Wonderful idea, Lori. I'll try to make it ... - Carrie in NC 14:54 Jul 12 (0)

Sorry but I have another question about the James Stobaugh Program.. - Tessa 9:38 Jul 12 (2)

Re: Teacher's editions - Jeanette in KS 12:44 Jul 12 (0)
We haven't done program, but watched dvd with Lit Analysis TM and seemed helpful if you're doing program. (nt) - Mark 10:17 Jul 12 (0)

Thanks to you all who suggested Aleks! - TracysTribe3 8:56 Jul 12 (0)

What is your favorite Spanish 1 course and why... - Jann in TX 8:52 Jul 12 (2)

You might consider Madrigal's Magic Keys - Laurie4b 10:01 Jul 12 (1)
- I enjoyed this book as well, as it makes the 'hurdle' of learning Spanish seem a bit lower. ;-) nt - leslie in tx 10:42 Jul 12 (0)

Corrections for Classmate PA Measurements section - Deidre in GA 8:41 Jul 12 (2)

Re: Corrections for Classmate PA Measurements section - Yolanda 15:04 Jul 12 (1)
- ITA. especially given the price increase they need to address the errors. nt - Deidre in GA 15:25 Jul 12 (0)

LaJuana, I've got questions. SO is in the WTM book, so I thought this might be a good place to ask them.... - Padmé 8:33 Jul 12 (5)

Re: LaJuana, I've got questions. SO is in the WTM book, so I thought this might be a good place to ask them.... - LaJuana 10:53 Jul 12 (1)
- Thank you. This will allow me to think and do some advanced planning. nt - Padmé 11:11 Jul 12 (0)
Re: LaJuana, I've got questions. SO is in the WTM book, so I thought this might be a good place to ask them.... - Staci 10:03 Jul 12 (2)
- Thank you both. I did meet Dr. McM online and I wished I had a teacher like him years ago. nt - Padmé 10:46 Jul 12 (0)
- Re: LaJuana, I've got questions. SO is in the WTM book, so I thought this might be a good place to ask them.... - Kathleen 10:38 Jul 12 (0)

HSPT - has anyone's dc taken this? - MIch elle 6:50 Jul 12 (0)

Do you need a photo id for the PSAT test? Or is that just for the SAT? (nm) - Deb in PA 6:37 Jul 12 (4)

Thank you, ladies. (nm) - Deb in PA 15:23 Jul 12 (0)
The school here asked for one... - Lori L 12:07 Jul 12 (0)
The college board requires it, but our school did not ask to look at it. nt - Jean in Wisc. 7:05 Jul 12 (0)
I'm not sure....you could call your local high school and ask...they'd know..nt - Kelly in VA 6:53 Jul 12 (0)

dekameters, hectometers, hectograms, oh my! - Deidre in GA 22:53 Jul 11 (8)

Hey, I'm Canadian, and I never use dekametres, or hectograms.... - StaceyL in Canada 10:24 Jul 12 (0)
My kids (USA) know the units. They learn them in Horizons math in that detail starting in either 4th or 5th grade. - marie 3:44 Jul 12 (0)
Re: dekameters, hectometers, hectograms, oh my! - Yolanda 23:02 Jul 11 (5)
- They gaved up on changing years and years ago...... - Carrie in NC 15:04 Jul 12 (2)
  - What gets me is that the nation that fought for independence from Britain still uses the Imperial system! {grin}--nt - StaceyL in Canada 19:24 Jul 12 (1)
    - Makes no sense, really! ;-) Such a cumbersome system compared to metric.... - Carrie in NC 19:36 Jul 12 (0)
- yes, i realize the rest of the world is metric. - Deidre in GA 23:16 Jul 11 (1)
  - Re: yes, i realize the rest of the world is metric. - Ruth in Ottawa 6:25 Jul 12 (0)

Oxford Latin Users: Do we need the cassette that has parts one and two on it? - ChristyB in AL 19:44 Jul 11 (2)

As I recall . . . - Jenny in Florida 7:09 Jul 12 (1)
- Thank you, Jenny!! I think I will save my $$$!! nt - ChristyB in AL 8:09 Jul 12 (0)

Has anyone used Visual Link Spanish?... - Jann in TX 19:28 Jul 11 (2)

I just got it. - Donna 9:28 Jul 12 (0)
I have it. - Claire 5:58 Jul 12 (0)

Which is better for college prep? - kris 14:03 Jul 11 (2)

Yes, it really DOES depend on your focus.... - Anna 6:03 Jul 12 (0)
It depends..... - Gwen in VA 5:36 Jul 12 (0)

?? about Learning Through History magazine - more - StaceyinLA 13:30 Jul 11 (8)

Fun for middle grades and down but not a complete spine at all! nt - MaryM 17:05 Jul 11 (5)
- Don't they also have some stuff for older grades? At least lit guides?? nt - StaceyinLA 18:34 Jul 11 (0)
- Don't they also have some stuff for older grades? At least lit guides?? nt - StaceyinLA 18:34 Jul 11 (3)
  - They have some stuff for older students. - Jenny in Florida 7:28 Jul 12 (2)
    - I wasn't able to get either Medieval or Renaissance and I'd really like those - m - StaceyinLA 10:06 Jul 12 (1)
      - Stacey, I have both of those... - Laura in CT 15:20 Jul 12 (0)
Re: ?? about Learning Through History magazine - more - April 15:52 Jul 11 (1)
- I guess what I meant was more of a jumping-off point. I realize they wouldn't cover enough to be an actual spine... nt - StaceyinLA 18:33 Jul 11 (0)

Graduation announcement...help with wording - Louise 11:34 Jul 11 (7)

Just did these myself & here's what we said. . . - K-FL 16:36 Jul 11 (2)
- I think I like yours better than mine below, - Louise 20:57 Jul 11 (1)
  - Glad I could help. :o) nt - K-FL 7:42 Jul 12 (0)
The two I received this spring were both basically invitations to attend the graduation ceremony... - Anne/PA 12:37 Jul 11 (1)
- This would be so easy if we were having a ceremony. - Louise 16:00 Jul 11 (0)
Yes. Go to homeschooldiploma.com & check their samples. (more) - Dawn in MI 12:36 Jul 11 (1)
- Well, after I posted my question, the thought did occur to me to do a search. - Louise 16:04 Jul 11 (0)

Anybody here have a Half.com coupon code? nt - ereks mom 11:11 Jul 11 (0)

Please list a few of your high schoolers' historical fiction picks for Renaissance/Reformation/Age of Exploration periods. Thanks! nt - ereks mom 11:02 Jul 11 (12)

Cue for Treason, by Geoffrey Trease--I read this in high school and loved it!--nt - StaceyL in Canada 6:52 Jul 13 (0)
Hello! Guess who else has been working on this?? :) - lamb 20:38 Jul 11 (9)
- Tee hee! ; ) Thanks! I'm printing this out! nt - ereks mom 9:57 Jul 12 (0)
- The list I've been working on also includes 400-1900. (m) - lamb 20:41 Jul 11 (7)
  - Oooh, yes, 400-1900 would be great! We'll actually cover... - ereks mom 9:59 Jul 12 (0)
  - Off topic, but........ - lamb 7:05 Jul 12 (5)
    - lamb, where are you located?(m) - StaceyL in Canada 19:04 Jul 13 (3)
      - We're in Whitby -- other side of Toronto! (m) - lamb 6:32 Jul 14 (2)
        
        Thank you... - StaceyL in Canada 18:12 Jul 14 (1)
        
        My son would also run away if I had him read Montgomery! (m) - lamb 21:17 Jul 14 (0)
    - Re: Off topic, but........ - ereks mom 10:14 Jul 12 (0)
Re: Please list a few of your high schoolers' historical fiction picks for Renaissance/Reformation/Age of Exploration periods. Thanks! nt - leslie 19:37 Jul 11 (0)

Oh my! I can't believe we're going to Ireland.... - LisaNY 8:55 Jul 11 (30)

That is an amazing opportunity! Maybe you can experience some real life castles for the Middle Ages! Think of it as a field instead to calm the nerves! Tell her congrats! - Trish H 20:53 Jul 12 (1)
- That should be field "trip" (nt) - Trish H 20:55 Jul 12 (0)
What Fun!!! Have a great time and congrats to your daughter - what an accomplishment! (nt) - CynthiaOK 7:52 Jul 12 (0)
Congratulations! Enjoy it - moira 23:05 Jul 11 (1)
- Yes, that is what I hear from those who travel there. :o) nm - LisaNY 4:43 Jul 12 (0)
Congrats! We enjoyed England *so much* at Christmas! - LoriM 16:18 Jul 11 (1)
- Thanks! England is where I'd love to go. I'd feel right at home because my roots are there. :o) nm - LisaNY 17:06 Jul 11 (0)
Congrats!! -- from someone who actually knows how to pronounce fleadh! ;-) nt - Jill W. 14:33 Jul 11 (2)
- OK, someone educate me! How do you pronounce it and what does it mean?! nt - JennW in SoCal 15:19 Jul 11 (1)
  - It's pronounced "flah," and it means a music festival... - Jill W. 15:52 Jul 11 (0)
I'll trade you my pennywhistle for one of your sheep GRIN... - Nan in Mass 12:56 Jul 11 (2)
- Wow! Thanks for the great advice, Nan!... - LisaNY 17:05 Jul 11 (1)
  - Yes, the driving is a little worrisome... - Nan in Mass 4:03 Jul 12 (0)
Excellent! Have fun...and remember to send us some "virtual postcards" {g}.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 12:34 Jul 11 (0)
Wow, congrats! Enjoy your trip. nt - Anna 11:00 Jul 11 (0)
Congratulations! What an accomplishment! - Marie, who's not sure what name to use* 10:36 Jul 11 (0)
Yeah! And congratulations to your daughter!! (m) - Robin in Tx 9:13 Jul 11 (13)
- It's quite easy to cross over (m) - JennW in SoCal 15:17 Jul 11 (4)
  - This is good to know, Jenn!! - Robin in Tx 19:44 Jul 11 (0)
  - Glad to see some classical players - Tokyomarie 18:37 Jul 11 (0)
  - Yep! My dds have to learn tons of tunes - all by ear (m) - LisaNY 16:34 Jul 11 (1)
    - Have a wonderful time and best of luck to your dd! Keep us posted..nt - JennW in SoCal 18:10 Jul 11 (0)
- She's been playing Irish fiddle since she was 6... - LisaNY 9:48 Jul 11 (7)
  - That's so exciting! I wonder how difficult cross over would be? - Robin in Tx 10:24 Jul 11 (6)
    - I think it is easier for a classical violinist to transition to Irish (m) - LisaNY 11:26 Jul 11 (4)
      - Lisa and Marie... I am just a little northwest of Houston, so if you run into a recommendation for my area, please let me know! Thank you so much! (p.s. didn't O'Connor play himself in the Meryl streep movie about the violin teacher in a public school? As did Joshua Bell, and Itzhak Perlman. Loved that movie, but can't think of the name :o) nt - Robin in Tx 19:52 Jul 11 (1)
        
        Another thought - Tokyomarie 8:37 Jul 12 (0)
      - Lisa and Marie... I am just a little northwest of Houston, so if you run into a recommendation for my area, please let me know! Thank you so much! (p.s. didn't O'Connor play himself in the Meryl streep movie about the violin teacher in a public school? As did Joshua Bell, and Itzhak Perlman. Loved that movie, but can't think of the name :o) nt - Robin in Tx 19:52 Jul 11 (1)
        
        Ugh. Sorry! nt - Robin in Tx 20:26 Jul 11 (0)
    - Re: That's so exciting! I wonder how difficult cross over would be? - Tokyomarie 10:55 Jul 11 (0)

Tradional Logic i: Where do I order the tests? I can't find them at the Memoria Press website. - SusanAR 7:42 Jul 11 (2)

Re: Tradional Logic i: Where do I order the tests? I can't find them at the Memoria Press website. - alicia 16:55 Jul 11 (0)
That's odd. I ordered them last year, but when I just (m) - Anne in Hawaii 12:11 Jul 11 (0)

Shakespeare, anyone? - Jean in Wisc. 7:11 Jul 11 (11)

Try the Oxford School series. Each page has part of the play, with a page of descriptions, explanations, etc. (link otherwise nt) - readwithem 15:05 Jul 13 (1)
- Trying again on the link - I think it's too long... - readwithem 15:06 Jul 13 (0)
Re: Shakespeare, anyone? - Dori 20:04 Jul 11 (3)
- I bought a couple of these, but decided not to use them... - StaceyL in Canada , curriculum junkie 7:20 Jul 12 (1)
  - Since we were all doing it together aloud in parts, I got a book each for us at the library... - Nan in Mass 10:20 Jul 12 (0)
- Yes, I forgot to mention this... - Anna 6:49 Jul 12 (0)
I've really benefitted from this thread. Thanks, all! nt - Laurie4b 19:38 Jul 11 (0)
StaceyL, Nan, and Anna--Thank you! - J in W 19:32 Jul 11 (0)
Well... - Anna 11:47 Jul 11 (0)
I agree with Stacey... - Nan in Mass 7:58 Jul 11 (0)
Captain Jeanway.... - StaceyL in Canada 7:26 Jul 11 (0)

Hey LisaNY - I'm really enjoying Lingua Latina! I got it as a summer reader... - Nan in Mass 6:24 Jul 11 (1)

Hey, Nan! Glad to hear you are enjoying it (m) - LisaNY 8:47 Jul 11 (0)

Looking for internet-based school for 7th and 9th grade niece and nephew... - Jenifer 20:17 Jul 10 (13)

How about Scholars Online? See link. - Tina in Ouray, CO 16:14 Jul 11 (10)
- Have you (or others here) used the writing portion of this? (more...) - Mark 6:00 Jul 12 (9)
  - No. We've taken . . . - Tina in Ouray, CO 16:31 Jul 12 (0)
  - Not the writing portion, but... - Sharon in NY 7:12 Jul 12 (2)
    - Thanks! Was there feedback on her writing assignments? (nt) - Mark 7:39 Jul 12 (1)
      - There wasn't a lot of writing for the SO Eng Lit course, but... [m] - Sharon in NY 9:10 Jul 12 (0)
  - I'm using the college writing this year. I really wanted to use the World... - Padmé 7:04 Jul 12 (4)
    - Thanks! Was there no feedback on SO's lit. course? (nt) - Mark 7:39 Jul 12 (3)
      - I'm not sure what you are asking, but I think in the beginning...... - Padmé 7:59 Jul 12 (2)
        
        Thanks again! I meant to say "no feedback on the WRITING on SO's lit. course" - sorry! You've answered me. :) (nt) - Mark 8:46 Jul 12 (1)
        
        I've posted to LaJuana. She is one of the people to ask at SO. I've asked her to post on the board. nt - Padmé 8:49 Jul 12 (0)
Some people in my area use Laurel Springs... - Nan in Mass 6:30 Jul 11 (0)
Re: Looking for internet-based school for 7th and 9th grade niece and nephew... - Tammi 6:00 Jul 11 (0)

Has any one used Body By Design? - ChristinaKs 16:54 Jul 10 (0)

I just realized that I'm going to be able to read Latin!!! What is fun to read?... - Nan in Mass 16:13 Jul 10 (5)

well, even though it is politics - moira 8:18 Jul 11 (0)
Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers - one2go 18:04 Jul 10 (1)
- Oh, there is plenty more than politics and battles! - Désirée 8:00 Jul 11 (0)
Here is a link to the Bible in Latin. - leslie 17:00 Jul 10 (1)
- and another http://www.drbo.org/ - LH 20:06 Jul 10 (0)

What exactly is Omnibus and is this only for 7th and 8th grade? - Yolanda 15:49 Jul 10 (1)

Omnibus is for High School too. You could do Omnibus 1 for 9th grade. - Ann 19:35 Jul 10 (0)

Suein PA and QuiverOf10 here's a quick copy/paste from my notes (m) - Martha in NM 15:10 Jul 10 (3)

Has anyone done this for any other Apologia/TC courses? THANKS!! nt - K-FL 5:11 Jul 11 (0)
Thanks :o) nt - Suein PA 18:31 Jul 10 (0)
Thanks, this looks nice! nt - Quiver0f10 15:39 Jul 10 (0)

Omnibus I question about artwork... - catherine 13:01 Jul 10 (2)

The artwork is credited. Look at page 605. (nt) - Kathleen 21:14 Jul 10 (1)
- Yes, thank you, I see where the line drawings and cartoons are credited, but... - catherine 0:30 Jul 11 (0)

Has anyone here used Exploring America by Ray Notgrass? - Lisa 12:40 Jul 10 (10)

Borrowed a friend's copy and looked through it - Laurie4b 18:48 Jul 10 (7)
- I mostly agree with you. - Praisefor3 21:09 Jul 10 (6)
  - Re: I mostly agree with you. - Laurie4b 4:53 Jul 11 (5)
    - Re: I mostly agree with you. - Praisefor3 8:04 Jul 11 (4)
      - Just back from the local dairy eating *those* cones - Laurie4b 19:45 Jul 11 (1)
        
        This sounds like a place I've heard of before! - Praisefor3 12:49 Jul 12 (0)
      - Just to add about Notgrass (and TOG) - m - StaceyinLA 8:42 Jul 11 (1)
        
        I'm with you StaceyinLA, but not only that... (m) - Sharon in NY 14:16 Jul 11 (0)
Used world history last year and am using American this year. Yes, it is a great program. Did you speak to Ray (the author) or John (the son?) Ray was a big help to me last year when we were just beginning hsing. nt - Praisefor3 14:59 Jul 10 (1)
- I spoke to Ray. Would you mind telling me why you liked this program? - Lisa 15:47 Jul 10 (0)

MAC or others: Any experiences with Hillsdale College's "Dreamer's Camp"? - DollyM 12:38 Jul 10 (0)

Martha in NM, chemistry & TC Chemistry - Quiver0f10 12:33 Jul 10 (0)

anyone put together their own current events/affairs curriculum? (m) - ~FireFly~ 12:04 Jul 10 (2)

back in the dark ages... - Valerie(TX) 6:06 Jul 11 (1)
- good to know -thanks. I'm putting a curr. of some sort together this week and will post it later. nm - ~FF~ 22:03 Jul 11 (0)

Has anyone here used Latin in the Christian Trivium? What are your impressions? How young could the student be? - Robin in Tx 11:56 Jul 10 (12)

We havent used it yet, but, we are going to start this fall..........m - Cinthya 16:08 Jul 11 (1)
- Thanks, Cindy. Hope your dd enjoys the program! nt - Robin in Tx 19:54 Jul 11 (0)
I'm using it for self-study... - GVA 18:19 Jul 10 (3)
- Thanks, Gail... - Robin in Tx 9:04 Jul 11 (2)
  - My plans... - GVA 18:34 Jul 11 (1)
    - I'll email them... thanks, Gail! nt - Robin in Tx 19:53 Jul 11 (0)
Hi Robin... - StaceyL in Canada 13:54 Jul 10 (5)
- Hi Stacey... - Robin in Tx 14:42 Jul 10 (4)
  - Nope...it starts at square one... - StaceyL in Canada (whose children wonder why Pig Latin isn't acceptable as a foreign language) 18:07 Jul 10 (3)
    - You're too funny, Stacey :o)... Thanks again! (m) - Robin in Tx 8:39 Jul 11 (2)
      - Re grammar and Latin (at least at our house)... - StaceyL in Canada , curriculum junkie 12:48 Jul 11 (1)
        
        Well, at least you have four chances at it all... imagine my stress! LOL nt - Robin in Tx 20:59 Jul 11 (0)

Does anyone use Holt textbooks for science? Thoughts? I'm looking at Physical Science, thanks.nt - Sweet-Pea 11:04 Jul 10 (1)

We used Holt's Modern Earth Science this past year. I thought it was very good. nt - FranW 20:16 Jul 10 (0)

What resources have helped *you* evaluate your dc's writing? TIA! (nt) - Mark 10:34 Jul 10 (3)

Some people here recommended.... - Nan in Mass 6:34 Jul 11 (0)
Various resources, in no special order... - Anna 11:52 Jul 10 (0)
Smart aleck answer inside. - DollyM 10:48 Jul 10 (0)

Stobaugh's Literary Analysis materials Q's (more) - Mark 10:33 Jul 10 (10)

I think I agree with all (or most?) of you... - Mark 11:28 Jul 11 (0)
I looked at the American lit one this past week - LAurie4b 18:34 Jul 10 (0)
I've used them successfully with all of my teen boys...(more) - catherine 12:57 Jul 10 (0)
Do a search. Short answer: No, just no. sigh. - DollyM 10:43 Jul 10 (5)
- Stobaugh & Format Writing-help.. - Tessa 18:43 Jul 10 (1)
  - We've used IEW... - StaceyL in Canada 5:14 Jul 11 (0)
- Thanks for info, DollyM. I did search & didn't see much. How ol dwas dd at time (nt)? - Mark 11:04 Jul 10 (2)
  - We tried to use it when she was in 8th grade. - DollyM 12:36 Jul 10 (1)
    - Similar opinion here.... - StaceyL in Canada 13:58 Jul 10 (0)
PS The pertinent web site is forsuchatimeasthis.com (nt) - Mark 10:43 Jul 10 (0)

How much to pay writing tutor/essay reviewer? - Holly S/NC 10:04 Jul 10 (0)

How far do I go in Cam Latin to be ready for the NLE Intro Test? TIA nt - Holly in N NV 9:19 Jul 10 (4)

Cambridge ? - LH 10:42 Jul 10 (2)
- Re: Cambridge ?Yes, thanks! I didn't know there was a yahoo Cambridge group! - Holly in N NV 11:31 Jul 10 (1)
  - http://groups.yahoo.com/Group/CambridgeLATIN - * 11:49 Jul 10 (0)
Also-how did you schedule this course-1 lesson a week? 1 lesson over 2 weeks? TIA nt - Holly in N NV 10:12 Jul 10 (0)

Sharon in NY, I answered you below! nt. - Michelle in GA 6:41 Jul 10 (2)

Thank You, Michelle! That was very helpful!! (more) - Sharon in NY 9:21 Jul 10 (1)
- Re: Thank You, Michelle! That was very helpful!! (more) - Michelle in GA 13:05 Jul 10 (0)

? Apologia Chemistry supplies - Lisa in TN 5:12 Jul 10 (7)

By the way, Lisa... - Praisefor3 12:07 Jul 11 (0)
Ds tried the alcohol burner for one experiment, but used our regular old stovetop for the rest. ; ) nt - ereks mom 6:40 Jul 10 (0)
We used our ceramic stove-top burner with great success. (nm) - Deb in PA 5:35 Jul 10 (0)
Our dd's alcohol burner (which came with the recommended set) would not stay lit. (m) - Pat H 5:15 Jul 10 (3)
- Another question... - Lisa in TN 6:18 Jul 10 (2)
  - Double boiler. The stove top will get hotter than the alcohol burner and the heat more direct. (m) - Pat H 13:48 Jul 10 (1)
    - Thank you, Pat! I think I can handle this now :-) <nt> - Lisa in TN 16:05 Jul 10 (0)

ANNOUNCING: SW Michigan's monthly "Mom's Night Out" tonight... - Anna 4:39 Jul 10 (0)

How do you schedule Introductory Logic with the text and DVD? (m) - Linda G in NZ 20:50 Jul 9 (5)

My 12yo ds does it every day, and will get done in just a few months. Also, the entire course has been newly revised. m - Beth S 17:29 Jul 10 (1)
- Thanks Beth, I already bought the course last year :-) Will have to make do. Thanks for details too. nt - Linda G in NZ 13:35 Jul 11 (0)
Thanks ladies for the comments..., any more ideas? nt - Linda G in NZ 13:50 Jul 10 (0)
It has been several years now, but I remember that our 2 to 3x per week schedule failed. (more) - Dawn in MI 7:30 Jul 10 (0)
We scheduled this once a week-one lesson. If I remember correctly, it took maybe an hour. (nt) - flpeggy 4:33 Jul 10 (0)

For those using Gileskirk Curriculum- do you do all the suggested reading? Do you use an additional lit program like Smar? .. - Suein PA 20:32 Jul 9 (0)

Art History/Appreciation Ideas for Middle Ages and Renaissance? - Jenny in Florida 16:56 Jul 9 (3)

I should clarify: - Jenny in Florida 16:58 Jul 9 (2)
- Well, you've probably already considered this - Holly in N NV 10:21 Jul 10 (1)
  - We're still working on output, too. - Jenny in Florida 18:25 Jul 10 (0)

ANNOUNCING: Monday evening (tomorrow), SW Michigan's monthly "Mom's Night Out"... - Anna 16:27 Jul 9 (0)

I need your suggestions... - Yolanda 16:25 Jul 9 (3)

I found the questions in Logic stage Reading chapter in WTM very useful for this. nt - Linda G in NZ 20:52 Jul 9 (1)
- I took that book to bed with me last night, and it did not occur to me to check that chapter. - Yolanda 22:25 Jul 9 (0)
Okay,... then tell me what do you think about this ones? - Yolanda 20:33 Jul 9 (0)

Has anyone coordinated the Teaching Company Chemistry videos with the Apologia text?nt - Suein PA 16:13 Jul 9 (3)

We did it... - Chris in So. Cal 16:54 Jul 10 (0)
I've made a stab at it; we're about halfway through and (m) - Martha in NM 9:36 Jul 10 (1)
- Thanks, that would be wonderful. nt - Suein PA 11:04 Jul 10 (0)

Are there tests for Traditional Logic I? - SusanAR 15:28 Jul 9 (1)

Yes. nt - Holly in N NV 9:18 Jul 10 (0)

Our local homeschool group sponsored a conference yesterday - LoriM 14:35 Jul 9 (0)

Can you tell me what you think of my 7th graders schedule - am I forgetting anything? - Christy in Co 11:46 Jul 9 (2)

Re: Can you tell me what you think of my 7th graders schedule - am I forgetting anything? - Linda G in NZ 20:59 Jul 9 (0)
Foreign language? - LoriM 14:29 Jul 9 (0)

Has anyone used Beautiful Feet for H.S. history, if so what do you like/dislike about it? - ClassMom03 10:13 Jul 9 (1)

I haven't used it yet, but I've got one and am planning to use it this fall. (m) - lamb 8:29 Jul 10 (0)

How To Become a Superstar Student what ages is this geared towards & general review (nt) - Clara in Miami 10:00 Jul 9 (1)

High School (m) - Julia 11:13 Jul 9 (0)

Link to sad news about Bula Mama... - Robin in Tx 9:40 Jul 9 (5)

Aaaiii! How awful! We will keep them in our thoughts. nm - Nan in Mass 6:27 Jul 11 (0)
This is so sad! How difficult for Heather and her family! I will be praying. Thank you for posting. NT - Carrie in NC 16:05 Jul 9 (0)
SO sad to hear this. Praying for them. Please extend our condolences. (nt) - Lori D. 11:42 Jul 9 (0)
I'm so sorry to hear this...Heather (Bula Mama) has been such a cheery presence on the board. Will keep her and her family in prayer.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 11:16 Jul 9 (0)
I'm so sorry. I will be praying for her and family. nm - LisaNY 10:22 Jul 9 (0)

Marge, I posted an answer to your science Q/grading below. nt - ~FireFly~ 6:54 Jul 9 (0)

Is there an intermediate-level logic course I can use with my 7th grader? I tried both "Fallacy Detective" - Michelle in MO 3:26 Jul 9 (5)

Re: Is there an intermediate-level logic course I can use with my 7th grader? I tried both "Fallacy Detective" - Tina in Ouray, CO 14:29 Jul 9 (3)
- Tina-I'm teaching TLII in the fall... - Holly in N NV 9:45 Jul 10 (1)
  - Re: Tina-I'm teaching TLII in the fall... - Tina in Ouray. CO 19:29 Jul 10 (0)
- Sorry so long in responding (m) - Michelle in MO 3:13 Jul 10 (0)
Introductory Logic, by Wilson,is geared for gr 7-8 apparently.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 7:59 Jul 9 (0)

World History for ONE year - Yolanda 23:22 Jul 8 (7)

Thank you ladies for all this info... - Yolanda 14:40 Jul 9 (0)
I made a schedule for Spielvogel (HO) that covered one year. - Jean in Wisc. 6:49 Jul 9 (0)
We used Streams of Civilization I & II (m) - ~FireFly~ 6:22 Jul 9 (0)
We're using Notgrass World History this year for 10th...(link inside) - Kelly in VA 4:46 Jul 9 (2)
- It's a multi credit course as well so you might find it helpful. ...... - Alyce 13:47 Jul 9 (0)
- Ditto to Notgrass. Used it last year and it was wonderful. nt - Praisefor3 12:59 Jul 9 (0)
How about SL alt. 6? - Deb in NZ 3:56 Jul 9 (0)

Paz--re Progeny Press Intro to Poetry: can you provide some details? (m) - StaceyL in Canada 20:29 Jul 8 (4)

Sure... - Paz 21:17 Jul 8 (3)
- I was told by PPress that it's meant as a one-semester course, doing one lesson/week... (m). - StaceyL in Canada 8:02 Jul 9 (0)
- Did you give stand-alone credit for this, or was it part of your English study for a specific year? thanks! nt - K in MI 4:06 Jul 9 (1)
  - This is going to be part of our 8th grade English study... - Paz 12:04 Jul 9 (0)

Has anyone used any of the Teaching Co. math courses? (m) - LisaNY 17:57 Jul 8 (2)

We've used them as supplements, and may I suggest (m) - Martha in NM 19:34 Jul 9 (0)
We tried their algebra - Julie in MN 20:28 Jul 8 (0)

For those studying Greece - DVD - "The Greeks - Crucible of Civilization" (m) - LisaNY 17:00 Jul 8 (1)

Thanks very much! I just reserved it through our library. nt - Sweet-Pea 17:29 Jul 8 (0)

HIGHSCHOOL reading list - Chelsea in TN 14:15 Jul 8 (4)

Re: HIGHSCHOOL reading list - Lisa TX 7:15 Jul 9 (1)
- That is it Thank you!!!!!nt - Chelsea in tn 23:08 Jul 10 (0)
Is this it? - Janie 14:34 Jul 8 (1)
- Re: Is this it? - Chelsea in TN 20:42 Jul 8 (0)

Does Omnibus incorporate any of the Progymnasta? - CindyJ 8:44 Jul 8 (1)

Yes, several of the writing assignments use the progym - Maverick 10:40 Jul 8 (0)

StaceyL in Canada.... - Anna 7:46 Jul 8 (2)

Hi, Anna... - StaceyL in Canada 10:38 Jul 8 (1)
- Hmmm... - Anna 11:42 Jul 8 (0)

FYI: New venue for selling curriculum instead of ebay... - coloradostef 6:44 Jul 8 (0)

Question about high school credits - K in MI 6:06 Jul 8 (5)

Concern... - Pamela 7:45 Jul 8 (4)
- Re: Concern... - K in MI 10:39 Jul 8 (3)
  - Florida govmt schools have 24 to grad so 26 could be norm here. nt - K-FL 9:13 Jul 9 (0)
  - 26 wouldn't be high anyway. <sm> - Pamela 16:58 Jul 8 (0)
  - In our ps, 24-28 credits would be pretty normal--not particularly high. (nt) - Beth in OH 11:15 Jul 8 (0)

Pros and Cons about Henle Latin and Oxford Latin - ChristyB in AL 20:10 Jul 7 (3)

They are really quite different... - Anne/pA 4:59 Jul 8 (2)
- Do you think Oxford would work with my two sons who... - ChristyB in AL 9:19 Jul 8 (1)
  - Gosh, we started Oxford Latin with a fifth grader, so you certainly don't need to be grade 10... - Anne/PA 10:44 Jul 8 (0)

Four grade levels next year including 9th . . .Omnibus or TOG? - MistyK 18:46 Jul 7 (2)

IMHO, TOG is way easier to schedule w/multiple levels. - Becca in CO 23:23 Jul 7 (0)
TOG assignments are meant for you to pick and choose, not do it all. nt - Anna 19:02 Jul 7 (0)

Ut-oh. Just got my first Teaching Company catalog. Many questions: - Laurie4b 18:25 Jul 7 (20)

Thanks for all the feedback. Looks like it's gonna be, "Oh my aching pocketbook! "nt - Laurie4b 18:52 Jul 8 (0)
So these are not stand alone. SIGH! Back to the drawing board. NT - Becki in IN 10:29 Jul 8 (2)
- Becki -- many of these courses can be stand alones... - coloradostef 15:51 Jul 8 (1)
  - Coloradostef - Can you share which courses you used as stand-alones? nm - LisaNY 16:45 Jul 8 (0)
Agreeing with others... - Laura in CT 6:20 Jul 8 (4)
- LauraCT, could the Joy of Science work for a "non-science" 10th gr.? (m) - LisaNY 16:52 Jul 8 (3)
  - Yes, my dd is pretty non-science... - Laura in CT 6:43 Jul 10 (2)
    - Thanks, Laura. *sigh* - I was hoping it would be a joy! My dd. needs something to spark her interest. nm - LisaNY 13:17 Jul 10 (1)
      - Well--it might be. My dd is not much inspired by audio visuals, usually, so that may have been a drawback rather than a plus. nt - Laura in CT 6:43 Jul 11 (0)
We enjoyed all the ones we've watched, (m) - Anne/PA 0:07 Jul 8 (5)
- Can you tell me more about the algebra I course? - Laurie4b 6:29 Jul 8 (4)
  - The Algebra I course was one of my kids' favorites... - Anne/PA 10:53 Jul 8 (3)
    - Anne, can you share how you used this as a supplement? (scheduling, etc.) nm - LisaNY 5:27 Jul 11 (0)
    - Ah, yes--the very attractive and ever fashionable Prof. Monica! (m) - StaceyL in Canada 20:27 Jul 8 (1)
      - Re: Ah, yes--the very attractive and ever fashionable Prof. Monica! (m) - Laurie4b 18:37 Jul 10 (0)
Re: Ut-oh. Just got my first Teaching Company catalog. Many questions: - Kathleen 19:01 Jul 7 (4)
- we have listened to many of the audio selections... - coloradostef 20:59 Jul 7 (2)
  - What age was your youngest? We love to listen to audio in the car as well, but my oldest is 13 and youngest is 7. nt - Laurie4b 6:26 Jul 8 (1)
    - we started listening when the youngest was 9... - coloradostef 6:49 Jul 8 (0)
- I have a number of their courses purchased on sale... - StaceyL in Canada 20:28 Jul 7 (0)

Need suggestions for high school history? - Judith 17:56 Jul 7 (5)

Beautiful Feet also is nice! - lit based again! :) - lamb 8:30 Jul 10 (0)
Re: thanks, I'll look into these. - Judy 10:12 Jul 9 (0)
Notgrass - Alyce 19:48 Jul 7 (1)
- Yes - I'd make the same recommendation. nm - LisaNY 16:55 Jul 8 (0)
TruthQuest is very easy to use, I think! (m) - lamb 18:13 Jul 7 (0)

TOG, TRISMS.... - Yolanda 16:54 Jul 7 (1)

Konos and Trisms come to mind. nt - lamb 18:14 Jul 7 (0)

LisaNY, about science and SAT..... - Holly S/NC 13:49 Jul 7 (1)

Thanks for the info. on the science. I'm going to check it out on the PH site. (m) - LisaNY 15:06 Jul 7 (0)

More Cambridge Latin questions please help... - Tina in ME 12:32 Jul 7 (8)

Thank you Ladies! nt - Tina in ME 3:59 Jul 10 (0)
Just got mine from Barnes and Nobel.com. You have to order online; the stores don't carry it. They have everything but the ILM. nt - Stella! 20:59 Jul 8 (4)
- We got ours from bn.com also, but the Teacher Manual from a CLC rep. Did you buy the tm on bn? - lh 21:07 Jul 8 (2)
  - Yes, I got everything through b&n. I believe the only thing they don't carry is the ILM. nt - Stella! 13:37 Jul 9 (1)
    - wow TM from BN that's impressive. It wasn't so a year ago. Good news!! (nt) - lh 7:12 Jul 14 (0)
- That's *Noble*, of course... it's late... nt - Stella! 21:00 Jul 8 (0)
Re: More Cambridge Latin questions please help... - Cassie 13:54 Jul 7 (1)
- USA link and yahoogroup - lh 15:21 Jul 7 (0)

Anyone use Brightest Heaven of Invention to study Shakespeare? (m) - Tina in ME 11:52 Jul 7 (3)

Thanks Ladies, I think I'll try it out. nt - Tina in ME 4:00 Jul 10 (0)
Used it for a high school co-op class last fall... - Anita in PA 14:01 Jul 7 (0)
I used it with my oldest.... - Kelli in TN 13:39 Jul 7 (0)

Ria who uses Keystone... can you email me? (more) - Sharon in NY 10:17 Jul 7 (1)

Not Ria, but... - MIchelle in GA 6:40 Jul 10 (0)

Has anyone received the Lost Tools of Writing instruction guide yet?.... - Elizabeth B. in NC 10:10 Jul 7 (1)

I called them.... - Elizabeth B. in NC 14:01 Jul 7 (0)

has *no one* used Progeny Press's Intro to Poetry? Any other suggestions for a general survey course? (m) - StaceyL in Canada 10:02 Jul 7 (3)

I just bought the PP Intro to Poetry book for this year... - Paz 17:23 Jul 7 (1)
- No, no samples for that course. Could you provide some details?--nt - StaceyL in Canada 20:29 Jul 7 (0)
PS--I already used portions of Perrine's Sound and Sense in the gr 8 course, and... - StaceyL in Canada 10:07 Jul 7 (0)

Is TruthQuest discounted anywhere? I've tried in vain to buy used copies of Age of Revolution I & II - ereks mom 9:59 Jul 7 (3)

You can save on shipping however (or get a discount on $35)...... - Eva 17:03 Jul 7 (0)
no discounts.........(nt) - April 15:48 Jul 7 (0)
Nope. (nm) - kris 11:32 Jul 7 (0)

Is Lightning Lit available anywhere besides Hewitt? (nm) - Deb in PA 9:29 Jul 7 (2)

Not that I know of. They wrote it; they sell it. Only alternative would be used & it's fairly new so not too freq. sold. - nt - Laurel in CA 9:31 Jul 8 (1)
- Thanks, Laurel. That's kind of what I figured. (nm) - Deb in PA 13:42 Jul 8 (0)

For those with State Farm auto insurance... - Praisefor3 8:22 Jul 7 (9)

State Farm in TN and Steer Clear.... - Rebecca in TN 18:15 Jul 11 (0)
In Louisiana, we get a discount for driver's ed, and another for Steer Clear - m - StaceyinLA 21:25 Jul 9 (0)
hadn't thought about it, yet! Good thoughts and thanks for bringing up the subj...I'm going to call them tomorrow;) nt - ~FireFly~ 6:29 Jul 9 (0)
I'm sure every state/region is different. Our area only recognizes the Steer Clear for the driver discount - according to my agent. (I didn't check on the good student yet so we might get that also.) But we are no longer going to buy the driver's ed course because we have our own requirements and were just getting the course for the discount. nt - Praisefor3 13:04 Jul 7 (0)
Steer Clear is NOT a driver's ed program, but you can get a 15% discount - Diane in MN 12:48 Jul 7 (0)
Do they get the discount for taking a state approved Dr Ed course? - Carrie in NC 9:46 Jul 7 (1)
- If you have SF - Susan in IL 15:52 Jul 7 (0)
We did it - Susan in IL 9:30 Jul 7 (0)
S.F. approved Driver Ed in a Box for us here in NJ. (nt) - Desiree in NJ 9:07 Jul 7 (0)

Cambridge Latin Q's and NLE Q's - Holly in N NV 8:03 Jul 7 (0)

ANNOUNCING: SW Michigan's monthly "Mom's Night Out"... - Anna 7:05 Jul 7 (0)

Lial's Intermediate Algebra: As a college text, does it cover more than a high school text? (Table of contents inside) - Jean in Wisc. 7:03 Jul 7 (2)

I believe the intermediate text is the same as HS Alg 2... - Sharon in NY 7:30 Jul 7 (1)
- It's going to be a push to get through...I guess we'll just do our best! Thanks. nt - Jean in Wisc. 21:33 Jul 9 (0)

Best translations of Homer, Virgil,and Dante (m) - Clara in Miami 6:52 Jul 7 (5)

Depends upon what you want from the translation - Désirée 5:27 Jul 8 (0)
I like Lattimore for Homer, Fitzgerald for Virgil, and Sayers for Dante, fwiw! (nt) - catherine 21:24 Jul 7 (1)
- I concur on the Lattimore...they were the easiest to read, IMO.nt - Sweet-Pea 17:30 Jul 8 (0)
Re: Best translations of Homer, Virgil,and Dante (m) - kate in seattle 17:23 Jul 7 (0)
I would look in WEM. The recommendations are excellent. nt - leslie 8:21 Jul 7 (0)

Lial's Introductory and Intermediate Algebra. Is this condensed? - Claire 6:17 Jul 7 (2)

Combo books... - Jann in TX 12:50 Jul 7 (1)
- Thanks! That's exactly what I needed to know..... (nt) - Claire 20:07 Jul 7 (0)

Can you rcmd. a 2th c. World History spine? (m) - Valerie(TX) 6:05 Jul 7 (1)

Sonlight core 300 maybe? nt - Kayleen Todd 11:34 Jul 7 (0)

Home again from Florida's Space Coast... - LoriM 5:49 Jul 7 (1)

Welcome back!! Did you see the shared files group? (m) - Valerie(TX) 6:20 Jul 7 (0)

Does anyone have experience with American Literature using NorthStar Academy online or Keystone? more... - Sharon in NY 20:48 Jul 6 (3)

I am beginning to experiment with Scholars Online and Potters School.... - Padmé 5:43 Jul 7 (2)
- Yes, I know of these 2... My daughter has taken a class at each... (m) - Sharon in NY 5:58 Jul 7 (1)
  - Yes, I know. My oldest refused to try. He liked books in the mail from American School. nt - Padmé 6:07 Jul 7 (0)

Homeschooling Trip to Disney World - Carolina Homeschooler 18:44 Jul 6 (0)

Need advice on US History........... - Kayleen Todd 17:44 Jul 6 (1)

I have the Carson series... - Anna 20:17 Jul 6 (0)

Who sells Lial's? - Luann in ID 17:32 Jul 6 (6)

Re: Who sells Lial's? - Pam L 10:49 Jul 7 (1)
- Thanks. I have BCM. We're looking for geometry. nt - Luann in ID 16:59 Jul 7 (0)
I bought mine, used, on Amazon.com at a great discount..they also sell new Lial's books...nt - Kelly in VA 4:41 Jul 7 (0)
The publisher is Addison Wesley....link inside - SunshineCA 21:09 Jul 6 (1)
- The valuepacks are a really good deal ! You have to check the website to find them. (nt) - Claire 6:20 Jul 7 (0)
Don't currently have the link to new sets of Lial's, but - Claire 17:57 Jul 6 (0)

Easy Timeline Creator: anyone using this? (m) - StaceyL in Canada 15:49 Jul 6 (7)

Re: Easy Timeline Creator: anyone using this? (m) - John Klingensmith 19:17 Jul 7 (2)
- In the metroplex? Just call the upper or lower, or office in general and ask. nt - Padmé 6:19 Jul 8 (0)
- ???? - StaceyL in Canada 20:30 Jul 7 (0)
I looked at it and wanted to compare (more) - Trish H 20:42 Jul 6 (0)
Love it! It is a great program... - Barb F. 18:13 Jul 6 (1)
- Ditto! My dc hated doing timelines by hand so ETC fit the bill! nt - Anna 20:19 Jul 6 (0)
I tried using it a couple of years ago...and then sold it. (m) - AmyCC 16:46 Jul 6 (0)

Transcript question... - Ann in Texas 14:42 Jul 6 (11)

Thank you ladies.... - Ann in Texas 9:50 Jul 7 (0)
The local high schools here... - Christi/NC 8:13 Jul 7 (1)
- Right. I think Lit should be included in the English class and that the Additional Lit should be enough for a full separate credit if you're gonna claim both <nt> - Pamela 8:30 Jul 7 (0)
I gave 2 credits - for two separate courses (m) - lamb 8:07 Jul 7 (0)
If you have the hours, there is no reason not to give credit IMHO - DianeR 5:54 Jul 7 (0)
I wouldn't if you are headed to college - Laurie4b 4:42 Jul 7 (1)
- The PH lit books have ... - Ann in Texas 9:43 Jul 7 (0)
We sort of faced this -- - Gwen in VA 18:20 Jul 6 (3)
- Question about too many units - K in MI 14:36 Jul 7 (0)
- Re: We sort of faced this -- - Yolanda 18:47 Jul 6 (1)
  - I agree, but..... - Gwen in VA 13:18 Jul 7 (0)

Looking for ideas on how others use Spielvogel's Western Civ...before we dive into it. - BLT 13:20 Jul 6 (4)

Re: Looking for ideas on how others use Spielvogel's Western Civ...before we dive into it. - Kathleen 13:51 Jul 6 (2)
- The TC courses sound like a *wonderful* idea! (m) - LisaNY 18:08 Jul 6 (1)
  - The Western Civ volumes are on sale right now, along with the middle ages (nt) - Dawn K 7:58 Jul 18 (0)
Wow! We're on the exact same wavelength! I need the same info., such as how do you set up a notebook, what info. did you have your children do, etc. etc. nt - Michelle in MO 13:36 Jul 6 (0)

does Lightning Lit include vocab (m) - Valerie(TX) 10:26 Jul 6 (3)

well, they do have lists with definitions for each reading section..... - Kayleen Todd 17:49 Jul 6 (0)
As I recall, you can either purchase a separate grammar program or you can have your child study unfamiliar words in their readings. (nm) - Kareni 16:35 Jul 6 (1)
- Oops, that should have said a separate "vocabulary" program. (nm) - Kareni 16:35 Jul 6 (0)

The Teaching Company course "Basic Math"...has anyone used this?(m) - Michele in NC 10:19 Jul 6 (1)

I have used it as TV Time, if you want to watch, before bed time......... - Padmé 10:23 Jul 6 (0)

So, ereks mom, what are you going to be using/teaching for school this year? - lamb 10:00 Jul 6 (3)

Re: So, ereks mom, what are you going to be using/teaching for school this year? - ereks mom 9:31 Jul 7 (2)
- We're more different than I thought we'd be!! (m) - lamb 12:09 Jul 7 (1)
  - I can still see that our interests are similar, though. (m) - ereks mom 15:20 Jul 7 (0)

IEW and TOG users...question inside - momee 9:26 Jul 6 (3)

I'm a little confused, Shelia... - Anna 11:00 Jul 6 (2)
- Re: I'm a little confused, Shelia... - momee 5:31 Jul 7 (0)
- Sorry, I spelled your name incorrectly. Should have been: Sheila. nt - Anna 11:01 Jul 6 (0)

Using Homeschool Tracker or other Planning Software???? - Laurel in CA 9:24 Jul 6 (7)

We use both TOG & HSTP... - Anna 11:11 Jul 6 (4)
- This is my situation....9th & 7th gr. plus 4th gr. - Laurel in CA 13:33 Jul 6 (3)
  - I use HSTP and TOG also - Des 17:47 Jul 6 (0)
  - I'll try here...a little - Alyce 17:35 Jul 6 (0)
  - As I stated in my OP... - Anna 13:47 Jul 6 (0)
Re: Using Homeschool Tracker or other Planning Software???? - Alyce 10:59 Jul 6 (0)
Re: Using Homeschool Tracker or other Planning Software???? - Des 9:45 Jul 6 (0)

Gail, a tech question for you below in Marie's thread. nt - Anna 8:44 Jul 6 (1)

Got it! nt - GVA 10:25 Jul 6 (0)

has anyone left their older kids for a day per week to go to college? - moira 8:23 Jul 6 (2)

Could she also take the class? nt - Padmé 14:49 Jul 6 (0)
I left mine for half a day on Fridays to attend bible study--and sometimes had other things to do in the afternoon, so he'd end up alone until other ds came home at 3pm. m - Chris in VA 14:19 Jul 6 (0)

Starting points with TOG3--too much? - Lisa in TN 6:34 Jul 6 (5)

I'm thinking of doing this too... - Karri 16:54 Jul 6 (0)
I think so...(m) - Kathleen 13:52 Jul 6 (3)
- Since you mentioned it, what did you not like about SP? nt - ereks mom 9:49 Jul 7 (2)
  - Re: Since you mentioned it, what did you not like about SP? nt - Kathleen 9:57 Jul 7 (1)
    - TY -- food for thought. : ) nt - ereks mom 15:52 Jul 7 (0)

Please see my post below the Foerster post. Thanks. nm - Merry 6:24 Jul 6 (0)

TOG yr 4: what poetry is covered? TIA.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 6:03 Jul 6 (0)

Progeny Press's Intro to Poetry study guide: has anyone used this? Do you recommend it?--nt - StaceyL in Canada 6:01 Jul 6 (0)

HElp!...My son will be starting 9th grade very soon and I have been looking over what our state requires for graduation and...more - Gloria in AR 5:19 Jul 6 (9)

Thanks for the help. I already have 2 electives for my son scheduled for 9th grade so I guess I know what I am doing after all.thanks guys...nt - Gloria in AR 5:49 Jul 7 (0)
Some of our electives will be for additional foreign language. He will be doing both Spanish and Latin. Another will be logic and critical thinking. nt - Laurie4b 4:35 Jul 7 (0)
As Alyce said, these can be anything of interest to your son. - Jenny in Florida 12:43 Jul 6 (0)
Electives can be almost anything you want, just use your imagination - Alyce 11:07 Jul 6 (0)
are you sure it is 6 extracurricular activities and not 6 electives that are required? more... - coloradostef 6:17 Jul 6 (1)
- Duh, you are so right. I was typing to fast this morning and did not proofread obviously. Sorry.nt - Gloria 9:29 Jul 6 (0)
AR has requirements for homeschoolers to graduate? I did not know that. nt - Ellie 5:31 Jul 6 (2)
- Well.. no they do not but the college's around here want homeschooler's to have the ...more - Gloria in AR 5:41 Jul 6 (1)
  - Just wanted to clarify why you said the electives were "required." :-) nt - Ellie 16:46 Jul 7 (0)

TOG users... ideally, would you start in middle or high school?.... - an ordinary princess 4:46 Jul 6 (2)

I wish I had found it earlier also nt - Des 6:39 Jul 6 (0)
I wish I had begun TOG in middle school. It's far easier to learn the ropes of the TOG way of study when you're not feeling pressured and 'under the gun' with high schoolers. nt - Anna 5:49 Jul 6 (0)

Who has used Lial's BCM, and continued on with the Lial's math texts... - Sue Scott Wellons (visiting from the K-8 board) 20:33 Jul 5 (15)

Just adding my voice... - Carrie in NC 11:35 Jul 6 (2)
- We found Lial's via Carrie... - StaceyL in Canada 12:26 Jul 6 (1)
  - So Lial's Pre-Algebra is a step below Intro to Algebra? Someone asked about there here recently. (nt) - Colleen 14:17 Jul 6 (0)
Thanks to everyone for your feedback !!! nt - Sue Scott Wellons 10:19 Jul 6 (0)
We're also going this route this year, after pulling our hair out with Saxon! (more) - Kelly in VA 7:07 Jul 6 (2)
- We gave up on Saxon 7/6 recently..... - Sue Scott Wellons 10:18 Jul 6 (1)
  - One of my sons literally threw Saxon 1/2 across the room!... - StaceyL in Canada 12:30 Jul 6 (0)
We're using Lial's throughout high school. nt - Anna 5:52 Jul 6 (0)
We've used .... and a freebie opinion on math sequence in high school and college - Valerie(TX) 4:57 Jul 6 (0)
I'm headed this direction...(m) - Colleen 23:46 Jul 5 (3)
- Hi Colleen - Carrie in NC 11:40 Jul 6 (2)
  - Oh, if it doesn't work for us, I'll just put up a picture of you and stick little pins all over it. ;-) (nt) - Colleen 14:16 Jul 6 (1)
    - Oh well, at least I'll get my picture on the wall! LOL! nt - Carrie in NC 15:37 Jul 6 (0)
Lial's BCM and continued - Jean in Wisc. 21:56 Jul 5 (0)
Re: Who has used Lial's BCM, and continued on with the Lial's math texts... - maryalice 21:42 Jul 5 (0)

LaJuana - a few Foerster questions, please? (m) - Sandra in FL 19:55 Jul 5 (8)

FWIW--I'm a nonmath mom and I've done fine without a solutions manual. sm - Laurie4b 7:12 Jul 6 (0)
Re: LaJuana - a few Foerster questions, please? (m) - LaJuana 20:55 Jul 5 (6)
- Hi LaJuana. Some questions of my own, too:) - Merry 6:22 Jul 6 (4)
  - Re: Hi LaJuana. Some questions of my own, too:) - LaJuana 10:18 Jul 6 (2)
    - Thanks for your comments. That helped clarify my thinking and I've decided... - Merry 18:35 Jul 6 (1)
      - Re: Thanks for your comments. That helped clarify my thinking and I've decided... - LaJuana 2:32 Jul 7 (0)
  - P.S. I cannot consult with my dh about any math as I know more than he does. :) nm - Merry 7:49 Jul 6 (0)
- Thank you very much! (nt) - Sandra in FL 21:08 Jul 5 (0)

10 Reasons to Buy Now! - Cathy in KY 19:35 Jul 5 (1)

I agree - support our homeschool curriculum providers!!! nt - Julie in MN 22:14 Jul 5 (0)

Holly or Ria: re PH Science Explorer.... - StaceyL in Canada 17:26 Jul 5 (5)

Can you provide the ISBN # for this text? Thanks. nt - Gigi 20:39 Jul 8 (0)
I will try to answer.... - Holly S/NC 5:42 Jul 6 (3)
- I may have been the one you saw post about the workbook. - AngieW in Texas 7:09 Jul 6 (1)
  - Yes, thanks, Angie. That was my reasoning...... - Holly S/NC 9:02 Jul 6 (0)
- Thanks much, Holly--very helpful.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 6:00 Jul 6 (0)

I used to have an English lesson emailed to me everyday a few years ago. Now, I - Molly 16:56 Jul 5 (1)

Re: I used to have an English lesson emailed to me everyday a few years ago. Now, I - Kelli in TN 16:57 Jul 6 (0)

Vocabulary for the High School Student - does anyone know... - Kim in NH 16:08 Jul 5 (2)

I have both, and they are the same, aside from some formatting... - StaceyL in Canada 19:43 Jul 5 (1)
- Thanks, Stacey! nt - Kim in NH 4:33 Jul 6 (0)

ANNOUNCING: SW Michigan's monthly "Mom's Night Out"... - Anna 12:59 Jul 5 (2)

DH makes business trips to Holland so maybe I'll join you. sometime. nt - Heather in ON 13:02 Jul 6 (1)
- Sure. We'd love to have you. Keep my email addy (in OP). nt - Anna 13:14 Jul 6 (0)

What are you doing about technology? - MarieinMI 12:07 Jul 5 (15)

I have a text for you... - GVA 4:59 Jul 6 (4)
- Gail, a few questions... - Anna 6:07 Jul 6 (2)
  - A few thoughts... - GVA 10:23 Jul 6 (1)
    - Thanks, Gail. nt - Anna 11:14 Jul 6 (0)
- Thanks! nt - Valerie(TX) 5:40 Jul 6 (0)
I'm not sure that "most" high school students know how to use PowerPoint and Excel. Not Word, either, except to just write papers. nt - Ellie 3:57 Jul 6 (4)
- I'm not sure about "most," either, but . . . - Jenny in Florida 7:26 Jul 6 (1)
  - My dd took BST from FLVS & it's part of the class. - K-FL 10:01 Jul 6 (0)
- Most may not but it's good for them to learn. Because of special interests my dc have learned PowerPoint and Word. They still havn't learned Excel. nt - Anna 5:55 Jul 6 (0)
- But if I thought it was useful to know them, I'd have them use those programs at home on real projects, for church or whatnot. nt - Ellie 3:59 Jul 6 (0)
Our library system has a whole set of these courses which are offered free of charge. I plan on having my son take them all! nt - Regena in KY 18:11 Jul 5 (1)
- Psst! Could you let me know when you are doing that so they could do it together? nm - Whitney in KY 20:02 Jul 5 (0)
Some picked up naturally through dc's interests, others learned through our TOG writing assignments. nt - Anna 15:05 Jul 5 (0)
your library may have resources, how-to books and videos nt - Valerie(TX) 14:04 Jul 5 (0)
It's just sort of happened naturally for my daughter. - Jenny in Florida 13:16 Jul 5 (0)

What do you do with your younger children who are advanced? (m) - Cassie 10:52 Jul 5 (5)

Same as Pamela. We kept excellent records from the first high school course and will cull as we decide how to frame it at the end. nt - Barb F. PA and AZ 16:54 Jul 5 (1)
- I'm doing the same thing. nt - Regena in KY 18:12 Jul 5 (0)
What we did was just kept records...and then... - Pamela 11:37 Jul 5 (2)
- That makes perfect sense! (m) - Cassie 19:43 Jul 5 (1)
  - I think we've written... - Pamela 7:29 Jul 6 (0)

Chalkdust Geometry? Opinions anyone? Thanks for the suggestion, Marie! nt - Laurie4b 10:52 Jul 5 (3)

Thanks, ladies! I'm definitely moving in that direction. nt - Laurie4b 19:12 Jul 6 (0)
Great fit for us .... - Cynde 17:04 Jul 5 (0)
we used the textbooks (m) - Valerie(TX) 16:49 Jul 5 (0)

Potter's School - anyone taken one of their foreign language courses? What did you like/dislike about it?nt. - Kathy in NC 8:02 Jul 5 (6)

Re: Potter's School - anyone taken one of their foreign language courses? What did you like/dislike about it?nt. - Chris in So. Cal 19:10 Jul 5 (5)
- Thanks for your comments.... - Kathy in NC 7:46 Jul 6 (4)
  - TPS French - Chris in So. Cal 10:56 Jul 7 (3)
    - Just out of curiosity, how do they arrange trips with kids living all over the country?... - Kathy in NC 14:04 Jul 7 (2)
      - Re: Just out of curiosity, how do they arrange trips with kids living all over the country?... - Chris in So. Cal 13:42 Jul 8 (1)
        
        Has your dd traveled alone before?... - Kathy in NC 14:03 Jul 8 (0)

What resources are good for studying the Constitution?.... - Cathy in KY 7:50 Jul 5 (8)

here is a link w/internet resources - unsinkable 6:28 Jul 9 (0)
We used a video/workbook program - DollyM 12:36 Jul 5 (0)
Re: What resources are good for studying the Constitution?.... - Staci 7:58 Jul 5 (5)
- Cathy--Were you happy with the Notgrass EA? nt - Sharon in TX 13:35 Jul 5 (4)
  - Re: Cathy--Were you happy with the Notgrass EA? nt - Staci 7:09 Jul 6 (1)
    - Did you know Notgrass has a new government study? Anyone seen this yet? nt - Sharon in TX 7:22 Jul 6 (0)
  - Oops--that ? should have been for Staci. sorry nt - Sharon 13:36 Jul 5 (1)
    - Hmmm, well I have gov't resources. I think I need a short guide to the Constitution and ammendments.... - Cathy in KY 19:30 Jul 5 (0)

Quiver (Jean), and others with kids interested in veterinary medicine- you may want to check out Purdue University's (more) - Cindy in NH 7:31 Jul 5 (2)

Also check out the Vet Tech Society of America ... - mull-berry 4:24 Jul 7 (0)
Thank you! DD has also thought of the Vet tech course first and then decide on vet school or not. We will check out the program you mentioned nt - Quiver0f10 8:05 Jul 5 (0)

Rosetta stone workbook question.... - Sharon in TX 7:30 Jul 5 (4)

Sharon - - Praisefor3 8:13 Jul 5 (2)
- Not Sharon, but . . . - Jenny in Florida 8:32 Jul 5 (1)
  - Hurst Texas Library....(m) - Sharon in TX 9:44 Jul 5 (0)
I got the workbook and study guide from Rainbow Resources for $10 each. - Jenny in Florida 7:48 Jul 5 (0)

Henle Latin 1: Opinions.......... - Jo 6:51 Jul 5 (14)

Piggy backing here... - Melody In Tx 10:05 Jul 6 (3)
- Oerberg's Lingua Latina is excellent for use w/Henle (m) - LisaNY 10:31 Jul 6 (2)
  - How have you used this? nm - Melody In Tx 18:23 Jul 6 (1)
    - When we finished w/the lesson in Henle, we would read Oerberg (m) - LisaNY 5:12 Jul 7 (0)
I would recommend Reading Latin over Wheelock's (m) - LisaNY 7:15 Jul 6 (4)
- Correcting some inaccuracies in the Textkit quote... - LaJuana 10:58 Jul 6 (1)
  - My purpose for posting that quote, along w/the reviews from Amazon (m) - LisaNY 16:19 Jul 6 (0)
- Sorry - link to Amazon inside - LisaNY 9:38 Jul 6 (1)
  - hmmm...trying one more time - LisaNY 9:40 Jul 6 (0)
We've been happy with Henle... - Laura in CT 6:16 Jul 6 (0)
Re: Henle Latin 1: Opinions.......... - LaJuana 21:13 Jul 5 (1)
- I Agree - ReneeR 4:58 Jul 6 (0)
My son says it is latin and a history book combined..... - Padmé 14:13 Jul 5 (0)
We had no Latin backround and did part of Henle 1, with Berquist's syllabus...... - Chris in VA 9:20 Jul 5 (0)

Robin NC, thanks for your history advice below.... - Kathy in NC 6:40 Jul 5 (0)

OMNIBUS/BIBLIOPLAN: Can anyone give opinions that has seen Omni 1 and/or high school Biblioplan suppl........ - Jo 6:39 Jul 5 (1)

There's lots on Omnibus on the older boards, but basically,... - Chris in VA 9:33 Jul 5 (0)

Chemistry - High School Level from the Teaching Company . How do you use this course? - Quiver0f10 6:18 Jul 5 (11)

We're using it now as a supplement to our text. (m) - Martha in NM 7:58 Jul 6 (0)
Jean, take a look at Thinkwell...it's cheaper yet a complete college level Chem course. - http://www.thinkwell.com/marketing/viewTitle.cfm?disciplineID=2&productID=17 17:04 Jul 5 (3)
- It does look nice, but I think it would be to advanced too .Thanks though! nt - Quiver0f10 6:23 Jul 6 (0)
- It seems really advanced - would you do this without doing a high-school level chemistry program first? nt - Jennifer (Good Witch of the West) 18:38 Jul 5 (0)
- LOL, that was me up above, sorry :) nt - Barb F. PA and AZ 17:04 Jul 5 (0)
Re: Chemistry - High School Level from the Teaching Company . How do you use this course? - CynthiaOK 7:27 Jul 5 (5)
- An idea for your daughter - CynthiaOK 7:31 Jul 5 (4)
  - Thank you!...(more) - Quiver0f10 7:59 Jul 5 (3)
    - Last year, we used a combination... - StaceyL in Canada 9:07 Jul 5 (0)
    - I think that's a good plan! (nt) - CynthiaOK 8:23 Jul 5 (1)
      - Thank you. It feels good to finally have a plan in place! nt - Quiver0f10 8:32 Jul 5 (0)

Chris in So. Cal - Quiver0f10 6:16 Jul 5 (0)

Quiverof10- I posted to you below nt - Osmosis Mom 5:32 Jul 5 (1)

TY (more) - Quiver0f10 5:57 Jul 5 (0)

Which high school year is counted for determining EFC? - Chris in So. Cal 4:35 Jul 5 (0)

Which high school year is counted for determining EFC? - Chris in So. Cal 2:51 Jul 5 (6)

Every student who is interested in any type of financial aid or loans, has to....(m) - Kim (in VA, but not "Kim in VA") 5:28 Jul 5 (5)
- Do they ask the worth of your house? - Rhonda S 6:28 Jul 6 (0)
- Re: Every student who is interested in any type of financial aid or loans, has to....(m) - Staci 8:02 Jul 5 (3)
  - I think that FAFSA...... - Kim (in VA, but not "Kim in VA") 9:49 Jul 5 (2)
    - I was just reading more and I think there is a paper version....(m) - Kim (in VA, but not "Kim in VA") 10:02 Jul 5 (1)
      - Re: I was just reading more and I think there is a paper version....(m) - Staci 7:14 Jul 6 (0)

Univ. of Dallas parents: is your child in classes this summer? - leslie in tx 22:09 Jul 4 (0)

My WTM book is packed, what book/s does SWB recommed for chemistry for highschoolers? Thanks!nt - Quiver0f10 17:24 Jul 4 (3)

LOL! Mine is packed too: Packed with great info and ideas, and further packed with numerous post-its and scribbled notes in the margins! nt - JennW in SoCal 16:09 Jul 5 (0)
Re: My WTM book is packed, what book/s does SWB recommed for chemistry for highschoolers? Thanks!nt - Elizabeth B. in NC 18:47 Jul 4 (1)
- Thank you! nt - Quiver0f10 4:21 Jul 5 (0)

Calling all scientists! (CynthiaOK?) Recommendations on microscopes? Thanks! - Cindy in NH 16:33 Jul 4 (5)

Thanks for the tips everyone. I will be checking them out! (nt) - Cindy in NH 7:10 Jul 5 (0)
Ebay has some good deals sometimes - - CynthiaOK 21:02 Jul 4 (1)
- We bought ours off of eBay; very happy with it. - one2go 6:54 Jul 5 (0)
Another vote for SL's :) <nt> - Pamela 19:29 Jul 4 (0)
SL's microscope! Great deal if you can find it in *gently* used cond... how I got mine. nt - Anna 16:35 Jul 4 (0)

Teddi . . . answer to an earlier question about teaching logic. (m) - Tina in Ouray, CO 14:33 Jul 4 (0)

Gileskirk Curriculum-ever heard of it? - Tessa 13:21 Jul 4 (2)

There is a yahoo group - Carrie in NC 11:49 Jul 6 (0)
I have a friend who has used Gileskirk - Jenileigh 13:43 Jul 4 (0)

Is Spectrum Chemistry really worth $300? - Quiver0f10 11:43 Jul 4 (19)

I have both programs (m) - CynthiaOK 13:23 Jul 4 (18)
- I like the program... - Quiver0f10 14:38 Jul 4 (17)
  - If you both like the program, and it is the math she needs - one2go 6:41 Jul 5 (0)
  - Spectrum publisher sells a Bridge Math for such situations (nt) - Julie in MN 21:39 Jul 4 (0)
  - So why is she doing this level of chemistry? - Osmosis Mom 14:48 Jul 4 (14)
    - She did phys science in 9th, biology in 10th, so I logically thought chemistry in 11th. She is thinking of vet school and will need the chemistry nt - Quiver0f10 17:22 Jul 4 (13)
      - I am sorry I wasn't clear. She already did a year of chemistry in 11th and bombed. She is entering 12th and I was going to have her redo chemistry nt - Quiver0f10 4:21 Jul 5 (0)
      - Are you set on doing chemistry? (m) - CynthiaOK 21:15 Jul 4 (6)
        
        CynthiaOK, which edtion (m) - jeanne 6:42 Jul 5 (4)
        
        Re: CynthiaOK, which edtion (m) - CynthiaOK 7:20 Jul 5 (3)
        
        thank you ! (nm) - jeanne 17:30 Jul 5 (0)
        
        Would the course be effective without the labs? - Martha in GA 9:42 Jul 5 (1)
        
        Well, it would kind of defeat the idea of the course (m) - CynthiaOK 10:13 Jul 5 (0)
        
        I will look into it, thank you ! nt - Quiver0f10 4:19 Jul 5 (0)
      - But...(please take it the way its meant) <sm> - Pamela 20:10 Jul 4 (4)
        
        I know what you are saying... - Quiver0f10 4:17 Jul 5 (0)
        
        Could she do some sort of zoology course??... - Kelli in TN 20:57 Jul 4 (2)
        
        Maybe do zoology and then she can take chem in college? I think she would enjoy zoology a lot. She is entering 12th in September nt - Quiver0f10 4:18 Jul 5 (1)
        
        Jean, why not give her 1/2 a credit of chem - Osmosis Mom 5:32 Jul 5 (0)

TM of our literature books have MORE teaching suggestions and assignments than could possibly be done in ONE year...... HELP please. - Pam L 10:07 Jul 4 (5)

Re: TM of our literature books have MORE teaching suggestions and assignments than could possibly be done in ONE year...... HELP please. - Chris in PA 14:49 Jul 4 (2)
- Re: TM of our literature books have MORE teaching suggestions and assignments than could possibly be done in ONE year...... HELP please. - Pam L 18:05 Jul 4 (1)
  - Thanks! nm - Chris in PA 19:26 Jul 4 (0)
Some thoughts. - DollyM 10:22 Jul 4 (1)
- Actually, there are very few "excerpts" most are complete short stories and poems.... more - Pam L 11:55 Jul 4 (0)

Need help with science for next year (moving a post from thread below up here)... - StaceyL in Canada 9:57 Jul 4 (3)

Have you looked at this textbook? (m) - CynthiaOK 13:33 Jul 4 (0)
Posting again, up here.... - Laurel in CA 10:43 Jul 4 (1)
- Thanks,Laurel... - StaceyL in Canada 12:55 Jul 4 (0)

Has Anyone Taken "Write at Home" Online Courses? - nrg 8:57 Jul 4 (2)

I think it is a great place to start. (m) - Holly S/NC 16:39 Jul 4 (0)
Yes. We have taken a 7th grade course and the summer essay course this summer....... - Padmé 9:09 Jul 4 (0)

How long do your students spend on "core" subjects - science, math, history, language arts, foreign language... thanks! nt - readwithem 7:31 Jul 4 (8)

About 3 hours a day on school days. <nt> - Pamela 19:31 Jul 4 (4)
- Really? For high school? What all does that cover? :) nt - readwithem 19:59 Jul 4 (3)
  - Answer inside.... - Pamela 20:24 Jul 4 (2)
    - I don't think I answered your question.... - Pamela 20:33 Jul 4 (1)
      - Thanks! :) nt - readwithem 9:24 Jul 5 (0)
My dd starts at 8 am and is usually finished by 2 or 3 o'clock...nt - Kelly in VA 7:42 Jul 4 (2)
- Same here, with more reading at night. nt - Veronica 13:41 Jul 4 (1)
  - Thanks, that helps me plan :) nt - readwithem 20:00 Jul 4 (0)

Comparison?contrast WVWW and Omnibus ?? - Clara in Miami 7:10 Jul 4 (4)

Re: Comparison?contrast WVWW and Omnibus ?? - Kathleen 9:33 Jul 4 (3)
- Re: Kathleen's reviews.....Kathleen, could I ask you a question...... - Jo 6:46 Jul 5 (1)
  - Re: Kathleen's reviews.....Kathleen, could I ask you a question...... - Kathleen 8:52 Jul 5 (0)
- Kathleen, thanks so very,very much..very helpful :) (nt) - Clara in Maimi 15:56 Jul 4 (0)

If your planning on buying the Trinity Forum books, I have mine for sale for $45ppd. They are new, just not working for us. - suzeintn 6:46 Jul 4 (0)

Geometry...When you think your child is getting it and then you find out they aren't what do you do? - Gamom3 5:33 Jul 4 (4)

you need to develop a spatial sense, and to see to the end, then fill in the process - moira 0:27 Jul 5 (0)
Speculative philosophy - Adrian 20:39 Jul 4 (0)
It could be age realted (m) - MaryM 7:19 Jul 4 (1)
- "related" - sorry for the typo! nt - Mary. 7:21 Jul 4 (0)

Those who have used the Chalkdust SAT math course (Sandy in Indy and others), can you give me an idea ... - Kareni 20:58 Jul 3 (4)

Varied... - Sandy in Indy 9:47 Jul 4 (3)
- Sandy, may I ask how much time would she normally work on math? ... - Kareni 12:44 Jul 4 (2)
  - Hmm - Sandy in Indy 7:16 Jul 5 (1)
    - Thanks very much, Sandy. That added information is very helpful. (nm) - Kareni 17:43 Jul 5 (0)

Any comments yet on The Lost Tools of Writing? - la princessa 20:27 Jul 3 (12)

Thanks all! I think I'll get it before the price goes up! nt - la princessa 8:48 Jul 5 (2)
- One more question...... - la princessa 9:44 Jul 5 (1)
  - Re: One more question...... - Elizabeth B. in NC 10:31 Jul 5 (0)
Lost Tools is not what I would call a curriulum. (more) - Trish H 20:49 Jul 4 (0)
The CD's are excellent. The student workbook part looks nice.... - Padmé 4:40 Jul 4 (7)
- Is there a place we can see samples? - Laura in VA 12:20 Jul 4 (3)
  - Not samples, but link to blog.... - Elizabeth B. in NC 13:31 Jul 4 (1)
    - Thanks, I hadn't realized there was a blog. This is helpful! nt - la princessa 8:42 Jul 5 (0)
  - I had to order it to see it. After looking at it, I did go back to the website... - Padmé 12:23 Jul 4 (0)
- I agree. I love the looks of it and can't wait to get started using it.... - Elizabeth B. in NC 8:27 Jul 4 (2)
  - How does The Lively Art of Writing compare to this? - Tessa 8:57 Jul 4 (1)
    - My opinion is no. The Lively Art of Writing is wonderful for basic.... - Padmé 9:27 Jul 4 (0)

Opinions pro & con of Chalkdust Geometry? nt - Laurie4b 20:15 Jul 3 (0)

Which would you recommend for 9th gr. poetry? - Laurel in CA 18:04 Jul 3 (1)

G of P - Jean in Wisc. 8:18 Jul 4 (0)

LoriM-- could I have a copy of the Trinity Forum syllabus you mentioned below? I know I'm coming in late... Thanks so much! nt - Cyndi in TX 17:58 Jul 3 (2)

Lori's away for the week; she posted the other day and asked...(m) - Colleen 23:21 Jul 3 (1)
- Thanks. nt - Cyndi in TX 11:39 Jul 4 (0)

Looking for an earth and space science text... - StaceyL in Canada 17:13 Jul 3 (20)

Not secular, but we learned a lot from BJUP Space & Earth (for 8th grade). You could skip the non-secular parts. nt - Veronica 12:41 Jul 4 (0)
PS--I know I've asked about this before, but I need to do some combing with several students (see my post under Holly's). Thanks.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 6:47 Jul 4 (1)
- *Combining*!! (though at times, I'd dearly love to do some combing on them too!)--nt - StaceyL in Canada 6:49 Jul 4 (0)
Stacey, if you're interested in using the Reader's Digest "How the Earth Works"... - Lori D. 19:40 Jul 3 (5)
- Thanks, Lori--I'll e-mail you.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 6:37 Jul 4 (0)
- I would love to get a finished copy, Lori - Osmosis Mom 4:19 Jul 4 (3)
  - Encouragement for me to keep at it! lol -- How about I upload it to Trish's... - Lori D. 9:13 Jul 4 (2)
    - Thanks Lori D that would be wonderful!! Thanks for helping this to work! nt - Trish H 20:53 Jul 4 (0)
    - Sounds great---thanks.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 9:44 Jul 4 (0)
We're using a Prentice-Hall book next year.... - Laurel in CA 17:15 Jul 3 (10)
- How does this text differ from ther Earth Science text?--nt - StaceyL in Canada 19:23 Jul 3 (1)
  - The full title includes "with Earth & Space Science" - - Laurel in CA 23:39 Jul 3 (0)
- We're using the PH Earth Science book next year.... - Holly S/NC 18:07 Jul 3 (7)
  - Holly, would this work w/a 6th gr? (m) - LisaNY 5:15 Jul 7 (0)
  - Is this a full-year text? (m) - StaceyL in Canada 19:22 Jul 3 (5)
    - yes and yes (m) - Holly S/NC 6:28 Jul 4 (4)
      - I just read the other posts. Let me add (m) - Holly S/NC 6:35 Jul 4 (3)
        
        I'm thinking of adding more material for my 9th grade son... - StaceyL in Canada 6:45 Jul 4 (2)
        
        That is a puzzlement.... - Laurel in CA 9:19 Jul 4 (1)
        
        But this is why I'm trying to do earth/ space science with all three! (m) - StaceyL in Canada 9:56 Jul 4 (0)

grading high school (Apologia) science - Marge 14:04 Jul 3 (9)

with any and all of the Apologia sciences I've (m) - ~FireFly~ 6:52 Jul 9 (0)
I'm not sure about the other courses, but Dr. Wile addresses this specifically in... - ereks mom 17:18 Jul 5 (0)
I recognized the labs and such but gave the grade based on the tests. I'm really a bare-bones type grader <nt> - Pamela 19:32 Jul 4 (1)
- Ditto. Saves me much headache & forced dd to concentrate. :o) nt - K-FL 6:22 Jul 5 (0)
Her eis what we've done....(more) - Kathy D 18:07 Jul 3 (2)
- Kathy, what supplemental books did you use? Thanks! :) nt - readwithem 6:42 Jul 4 (0)
- sorry for the typos in the post above....nm - Kathy D 18:10 Jul 3 (0)
I'm teaching Apologia Physics locally this fall... - GVA 16:29 Jul 3 (1)
- Re: I'm teaching Apologia Physics locally this fall... - Marge 17:13 Jul 3 (0)

?? about "Home-made" high school literature classes - K in MI 12:44 Jul 3 (17)

Isn't that pretty much what TWTM recommends? - Jenny in Florida 21:21 Jul 5 (0)
I am working through Teaching the Classics right now, so that I can do just that... - Lorraine in BC 10:10 Jul 4 (1)
- Can you tell me a bit about Teaching the Classics? Thanks! nt - K in MI 18:45 Jul 4 (0)
my American lit reading list - momof7 (taking a sneak peek...) 16:23 Jul 3 (0)
Have you read The Well-Educated Mind? It sounds like it would be a good choice for you. :o) nm - LisaNY 14:42 Jul 3 (2)
- I am sloooooooooowly working my way through it --- maybe before I leave this earth... LOL nt. - K in MI 14:54 Jul 3 (1)
  - I zero in on the chapters that cover the type of literature we are studying and use the discussion Q. for all three "stages" (m) - LisaNY 17:50 Jul 3 (0)
That's what I do! :) nt - lamb 13:44 Jul 3 (2)
- LOL!! I'm planning to do this too! nt - ereks mom 17:10 Jul 5 (1)
  - :) nt - lamb 9:58 Jul 6 (0)
Yes, it's a viable option. Absolutely. (m) - DollyM 13:32 Jul 3 (6)
- Many thanks for your help! Have you used the TLP nonfiction and short stories guides? nt - K in MI 15:00 Jul 3 (1)
  - No, sorry, only the poetry book - can't speak to the others (nt) - DollyM 12:50 Jul 5 (0)
- sorry, forgot to add: - Dolly 13:34 Jul 3 (3)
  - Wow! Thanks for the Glencoe and SparksNotes info; I think those will really help. nt - K in MI 14:55 Jul 3 (0)
  - I've done this, using SparkNotes online for some guidance, questions, essay ideas, etc.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 13:49 Jul 3 (1)
    - Same here! Sparknotes is very helpful w/some of the tougher Great Books. :o) nm - LisaNY 14:41 Jul 3 (0)

Interesting article in our newspaper yesterday about colleges handing out too many A's... - catherine 11:34 Jul 3 (11)

I talked to 1 girl today who just graduated from our state. I asked her about easy A's........ - Padmé 12:36 Jul 7 (0)
Re: Interesting article in our newspaper yesterday about colleges handing out too many A's... - Melissa 11:55 Jul 5 (0)
I don't know about the job market - moira 0:42 Jul 5 (0)
Oh yes. A friend is a prof at a prestigious grad school - Laurie4b 20:03 Jul 3 (6)
- Allright, I conceed. I just did a search using "Do Colleges Inflate Grades?"......... - Padmé 9:05 Jul 4 (2)
  - I think it's common, but not across the board...(m) - Kathleen 11:34 Jul 4 (1)
    - A year ago this just seemed so far away for me and now.... - Padmé 12:20 Jul 4 (0)
- Laurie, has your professor-friend said anything about... - catherine 22:10 Jul 3 (1)
  - She teaches at the grad school level; she says she feels sorry for them because there is no equivalent to "grade inflation" IRW. She has had students who had complained that her classes were too hard come back to thank her. nt - Laurie4b 12:15 Jul 4 (0)
- I hate to think I just got off the banana boat on this, but it just seems.... - Padmé 20:17 Jul 3 (0)
I can not answer from personal experience, but I've asked a lot of our... - Padmé 11:47 Jul 3 (0)

Jenileigh, not to be confusing about the dual enrollment, ect...(m) - ~FireFly~ 10:34 Jul 3 (1)

I checked and she will get full credit nt - Jenileigh 13:43 Jul 4 (0)

Does the Sonlight microscope ever go on sale? nt - Praisefor3 10:30 Jul 3 (2)

Ask around your local high school homeschoolers to see if someone has a *gently* used one which they'd like to sell. That's how I got mine. nt - Anna 10:46 Jul 3 (0)
NOT that I know of!! - nt - Laurel in CA 10:31 Jul 3 (0)

SAT Prep thoughts.... - Laurel in CA 10:29 Jul 3 (1)

It has changed. - Sandy in Indy 11:21 Jul 3 (0)

Paula or anybody who has used Vocabulary Vine... - Praisefor3 9:57 Jul 3 (4)

I would think it would fall into the English credit, right? nt - ~FireFly~ 10:24 Jul 3 (3)
- I probably wasn't clear. Is this a 1/2 credit? 1 credit? (if you complete the program as prescribed.) nt - Praisefor3 10:29 Jul 3 (2)
  - It would be part of one "English" credit . On a typical transcipt, English includes lit, composition, grammar, & vocabulary.I don't think you give a separate credit for each component nt - Laurie4b 10:42 Jul 3 (1)
    - I would agree with Laurie. It's part of English - Paula H 0:11 Jul 4 (0)

I'm sure this was discussed before, but What do you use to prep for SATs and do you count it in with English (m) - ~FireFly~ 9:46 Jul 3 (14)

Have you seen the free website, Number 2.com? It has a very nice SAT prep program... - Anne/PA 15:38 Jul 3 (0)
We used the online SAT offered by collegeboard.com (m) - CynthiaOK 14:42 Jul 3 (0)
We don't count SAT prep on the transcript because (m) - Gwen in VA 12:24 Jul 3 (3)
- I agree. We wanted our sons' scores to speak for themselves and not to call attention to the prep time that went into those scores. nm - Janet in WA 17:50 Jul 6 (1)
  - Oh, and we used mostly Peterson's workbooks for the PSAT, SAT and ACT, and a little time with Princeton Review's SAT prep software. nm - Janet in WA 17:51 Jul 6 (0)
- I'm with Gwen. - Barb F. PA and AZ 17:37 Jul 5 (0)
I think some folks include an elective titled "study skills" - Laurel in CA 10:31 Jul 3 (0)
We use the SAT prep book from the college board. We don't count it as anything, but they have to work on it 1 afternoon a week, not sure how long it takes them each week nt. - Quiver0f10 10:12 Jul 3 (5)
- Hey all don't forget collegeboard.com has the SAT Question A Day..nm - Melody In Tx 21:14 Jul 3 (0)
- Hi, Quiver...glad to see a familiar boardie friend...(m) - ~FF~ 10:16 Jul 3 (3)
  - Hiya! :-) I am using this with my 11th, 10th and 9th graders nt - Quiver0f10 10:37 Jul 3 (2)
    - great, I need something for our 11th and 9th graders. nt - ~FireFly~ 10:45 Jul 3 (1)
      - I really like this book and its not too expensive.Hope it works well for your guys nt - Quiver0f10 11:46 Jul 3 (0)
duh...nevermind...I see down the way there's some discusion already going on. nt - ~FF~ 9:49 Jul 3 (0)

Organizational system: Getting Things Done - one2go 8:15 Jul 3 (0)

Wheelock's questions - Kelli in TN 7:38 Jul 3 (9)

I have the syllabus I created for my children--each chapter takes 2 weeks--let me know - Patricia 17:09 Jul 3 (1)
- I just uploaded it to files section at Home_Education_Resource_Sharing yahoogroup-nt - Patricia 17:17 Jul 3 (0)
Also, Wes Callihan of Schola Tutorials offers Wheelock's online (link inside--m) - Michelle in MO 15:43 Jul 3 (0)
My sil just told me that Dale Grote is offering an online Wheelock's class...(more) - catherine 11:27 Jul 3 (0)
Laura Berquist has a brand new syllabus for Wheelocks' that is excellent! (m) - MaryM 9:30 Jul 3 (3)
- I have the Berquist Guide! - Mandy in TN 20:15 Jul 3 (0)
- Is it the 12th grade Latin syllabus? - Mary in co 10:40 Jul 3 (1)
  - At allcatholicbooks.com it's the only Wheelock syllbus, if that helps (m) - MaryM 14:51 Jul 3 (0)
I'd just like to mention Scholars Online or ISLAS. They have teachers... - Padmé 7:57 Jul 3 (0)

Can someone remind me quickly how to determine a unit of credit using Carnegie hours ? I know it's a 50 min class period , 5 days a week. How much homework time is expected? nt - LAurie4 6:55 Jul 3 (5)

My umbrella used 120 hours - DianeR 6:29 Jul 4 (0)
Wikipedia- link - one2go 8:21 Jul 3 (3)
- I had looked at this, and it didn't seem to include homework time. Am I missing that? nt - Laurie4b 10:45 Jul 3 (2)
  - My understanding... - one2go 12:44 Jul 3 (1)
    - Thanks. That helps. I was trying to give ds a reality check now that he's hit high school. :0 nt - Laurie4b 20:05 Jul 3 (0)

Your opinion on science question... - CMH 6:37 Jul 3 (2)

I don't see any reason you need to do the Apologia course at home. Enjoy the co-op! nt - liz 8:13 Jul 3 (1)
- oohhh, I think a co-op would be fun. Go for it. Then do Apologia next year as planned. nm - ~FireFly~ 9:48 Jul 3 (0)

Is the syllabus necessary for IEW/TWSS? - Cindy in WA 6:14 Jul 3 (1)

I would say- get the syllabus! nt - Anna 8:48 Jul 3 (0)

Maverick, I answered your Q. down below about maps w/Western Civ. (m) - LisaNY 4:42 Jul 3 (1)

Thanks, Lisa, I'll take a look at those. nt - Maverick 6:25 Jul 3 (0)

MUS or TT? - Briana 20:35 Jul 2 (1)

Re: MUS or TT? - Judith 19:12 Jul 3 (0)

Teaching Co- Is this a secular resource? TIA! (nt) - tinag 18:47 Jul 2 (4)

May be secular , but as Christians, we did not find the courses offensive........(m)... - Lesley 20:14 Jul 6 (0)
Thanks! (nt) - tinag 6:06 Jul 3 (0)
Yes, secular. nt - Laura in CT 5:32 Jul 3 (0)
Link inside... - Anna 19:55 Jul 2 (0)

MUS users..... Is higher math challenging enough for SAT test? (more) - Judith 17:53 Jul 2 (1)

Check out the FAQS on mathusee.com NT - April 18:04 Jul 2 (0)

Thoughts on using R&S English through middle school, followed by Jensen's Grammar? Thanks! (nt) - Colleen 16:00 Jul 2 (11)

Do you mean completing R&S 8? - Sandy in Indy 18:07 Jul 2 (10)
- I think that's what I mean... ;-) (m) - Colleen 21:49 Jul 2 (8)
  - But aren't R&S 9 and 10 about writing, not grammar? (m) - Michele in MN 5:56 Jul 3 (7)
    - I think they're about both. WTM describes R&S English 9 & 10 as "a two-book series that lead the student through advanced grammar & composition". (nt) - Colleen 7:14 Jul 3 (6)
      - You're right, Colleen . . . - Luann in ID 13:32 Jul 3 (0)
      - My understanding is that R&S 9 and 10 cover grammar concepts that... - Dawn in MI 7:23 Jul 3 (4)
        
        We finished R&S 7 last year and next year are going BACK to level 5... - kimminy 12:47 Jul 3 (0)
        
        We went through the 9/10 book 1 with my oldest and it was just too much.. - Quiver0f10 7:30 Jul 3 (1)
        
        I agree! My oldest son did it last year (book 9) and it was way overkill. Now I'm just having him work through Analytical Grammar (nt) - CynthiaOK 20:05 Jul 3 (0)
        
        Thank you to both of you. :) This information will make my (m) - Michele in MN 7:29 Jul 3 (0)
- We do the same... - Kelli in TN 18:46 Jul 2 (0)

Are Omnibus and WvWW different "animals" (m) - Clara in Maimi 10:42 Jul 2 (0)

Trinity Forum, Starting points, Omnibus or WVWW doesn this make sense (m) - Clara in Miami 10:31 Jul 2 (0)

Anybody familiar with the Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)? (more) - Dawn in MI 8:10 Jul 2 (5)

I noticed it said "rigorous" courses, and no specifics. Do you think it means all college prep. courses need to be taken? nt - Lisa CA 9:16 Jul 3 (1)
- This might help...link inside. - Sandy in Indy 10:09 Jul 3 (0)
Thanks Sandy & Rebecca! (more) - Dawn in MI 7:27 Jul 3 (0)
I got that email, too... - Sandy in Indy 9:42 Jul 2 (1)
- Friend's husband is a controller for a college. They are scrambling to accomodate this. Very legit. nt - Rebecca 10:07 Jul 2 (0)

SAT Prep Courses question... - LisaNY 6:18 Jul 2 (17)

FLVS.net has one & even at out-of-state rates, it's less than mentioned here. - K-FL 15:01 Jul 3 (1)
- I don't know, but I can look into it. Thanks. :o) nm - LisaNY 18:03 Jul 3 (0)
In light of the info I just learned ($$), have you considered doing your own co-op? - Holly S/NC 10:14 Jul 3 (0)
I posted too quickly above some questions about SAT prep...can I piggyback on your's? (m) - ~FireFly~ 9:53 Jul 3 (0)
I teach SAT & ACT prep classes - Maverick 16:08 Jul 2 (5)
- We have a Sylvan center nearby (m) - LisaNY 17:29 Jul 2 (4)
  - Sylvan is the only option in my town... - Maverick 19:56 Jul 2 (3)
    - That is unbelievable that people pay that! nt - Holly S/NC 10:07 Jul 3 (0)
    - Wow! That is quite a bit more than we thought we were going to spend. Thanks for letting me know. :o) nm - LisaNY 4:28 Jul 3 (0)
    - BTW... - Maverick 19:59 Jul 2 (0)
I coughed up the big bucks for one of the online programs, and - Lisa TX 15:16 Jul 2 (2)
- That's too bad. :o( My dh was thinking of an actual classroom SAT prep. nm - LisaNY 15:56 Jul 2 (1)
  - That would probably solve the initiative problem. nt - Lisa TX 16:08 Jul 2 (0)
DH tutors (m) - Giraffe Family 6:37 Jul 2 (3)
- Our concern is in the area of math. She should have no problem w/the Verbal section. nm - LisaNY 8:18 Jul 2 (2)
  - Chalkdust SAT course?? - Sandy in Indy 9:36 Jul 2 (1)
    - This looks really good! Thank you! :o) nm - LisaNY 10:17 Jul 2 (0)

Starting Points (Long!!) - Lisa TX 5:38 Jul 2 (3)

Lisa, I answered your questions in the discussion below. nt - lamb 12:00 Jul 2 (0)
You might ask your questions here - Julie in MN 8:29 Jul 2 (0)
Re: Starting Points (Long!!) - StaceyL in Canada 8:21 Jul 2 (0)

MUS Geometry - Has anybody used it? - LynnG in Hawaii 23:02 Jul 1 (4)

We used it for oldest dd and really enjoyed it - nt - StaceyinLA 15:00 Jul 5 (0)
We used MUS Geometry last year w/ the Honors book and loved it. nt - ~FireFly~ 6:24 Jul 3 (0)
We have experience with both geometry programs... - Dawn in MI 8:06 Jul 2 (0)
We used it last year... - Sabrina in NY 6:11 Jul 2 (0)

IEW Question - Lisa TX 21:57 Jul 1 (4)

Re: IEW Question - Mandy in TN 17:55 Jul 2 (0)
I'm not familiar with the 4-tape set, but I do know that IEW is now more user friendly than ever! (m...) - Sabrina in NY 6:17 Jul 2 (2)
- For us, it's only user friendly if . . . - Luann in ID 7:58 Jul 2 (1)
  - I might add . . . - Luann in ID 8:02 Jul 2 (0)

Lamb, question in the Worldview thread below. nt - Lisa TX 21:51 Jul 1 (0)

Can someone tell me how they use "The Lively Art of Writing"? (nt) - Gamom3 20:03 Jul 1 (0)

Does the Sale and Swap Board look strange on anyone else's computer? - Jeanette in KS 19:58 Jul 1 (6)

No problems here. Did you try emptying your cache of temp files so the pictures can load? (nt) - Julie in MN 8:30 Jul 2 (5)
- Re: Yes, I did empty files, nothing seemed to help. - Jeanette in KS 16:05 Jul 2 (4)
  - Strange. Can you find a spot to "log in" on the page? (nt) - Julie in MN 20:29 Jul 2 (3)
    - Re: Oh Julie, I rebooted my computer and it's all right! - Jeanette in KS 5:32 Jul 3 (1)
      - Have fun shopping ! nt - Julie in MN 6:12 Jul 3 (0)
    - Re: Strange. Can you find a spot to "log in" on the page? (nt) - Jeanette in KS 5:23 Jul 3 (0)

Can you use Latin for Children with high schoolers?nt - Teresa in MO 18:56 Jul 1 (1)

Re: Can you use Latin for Children with high schoolers?nt - Nissi 19:15 Jul 1 (0)

For those who use TT Pre-Alg. or Algebra........... - Christy in CO 15:49 Jul 1 (9)

Re: For those who use TT Pre-Alg. or Algebra........... - Pam L 10:16 Jul 4 (0)
My sons both prefer to read the text, which surprised me... - Dawn in MI 8:38 Jul 2 (4)
- Dawn, how did you go about grading the Geometry when it differed? This is my problem!...nt - GAMom3 11:16 Jul 2 (1)
  - Wish I had some great advice, but... - Dawn in MI 7:07 Jul 3 (0)
- So is there a new lesson taught every day? I'm used to MUS where you listen to a lecture, then have a few days to work on concepts. nt - Christy in CO 10:15 Jul 2 (1)
  - Well, yes, there is a new lesson every day... - Dawn in MI 7:15 Jul 3 (0)
Ok, here is what my dd does: - Katia 17:54 Jul 1 (2)
- My son - Gamom3 20:00 Jul 1 (1)
  - Oh forgot to say - Gamom3 20:02 Jul 1 (0)

CBD discount code - I saved 10% on TT - SharonK 14:57 Jul 1 (7)

Aaag...I can't get this code to work. Any help? I copied/paste......nt - Melinda TX 22:24 Jul 2 (2)
- Re: Aaag...I can't get this code to work. Any help? I copied/paste......nt - SharonK 13:21 Jul 3 (1)
  - Thanks so much! nt - Melinda TX 20:59 Jul 3 (0)
I used one tonight and go free shipping with CBD---through 07/05 - Christi/NC 16:49 Jul 1 (3)
- Are you saying you got the 10% discount and free shipping also? (nt) - Dawn in MI 17:31 Jul 1 (2)
  - No, it is one or the other, not both. nt - Christi/NC 19:23 Jul 1 (1)
    - Thanks for clarifying Christi. Now I need to get busy & place an order! (nt) - Dawn in MI 8:00 Jul 2 (0)

Anyone used the Teaching Company "Joy of Science" program ,I would like your reviews ,was it good helpful? Audio or DVD? (nm) - Rose 14:41 Jul 1 (5)

We have this... - Laura in CT 5:37 Jul 3 (2)
- Re: We have this... - Rose 7:26 Jul 3 (1)
  - Our experience was different than Laura's. (more) - Dawn in MI 8:14 Jul 3 (0)
My vote -- good; you want the DVD so you can see the equations, pictures, demonstrations, etc. (nm) - DianeR 6:18 Jul 2 (1)
- I agree with Diane. (nt) - Dawn in MI 18:10 Jul 2 (0)

This might be a crazy idea - Has anyone ever combined SL 100 with a World History text for a broader scope of history? - Kathy in NC 13:41 Jul 1 (13)

I wouldn't do it..........but........ - Robin NC 7:18 Jul 3 (2)
- Robin, another question.... - Kathy in NC 9:22 Jul 3 (1)
  - Re: Robin, another question.... - Robin NC 8:23 Jul 4 (0)
Someon on the K-8 board said the Teaching Co. has World History DVD's on sale. Perhaps DVD's are the way to go. nt. - Kathy in NC 7:14 Jul 2 (1)
- That should be "someone." nt. - Kathy in NC 7:15 Jul 2 (0)
I'm going to combine SL 7 w/ SL 3+4 this year to add a bit more US into our world history. (nt) - Deb in NZ 5:34 Jul 2 (0)
We used it for 2 years with SOTW 3 & 4.... - Laurel in CA 19:34 Jul 1 (0)
I am going to use SL 100 for Hakim books 4-10 over the next 2 years... - LauraC 16:47 Jul 1 (0)
How about combining it with this? (link) - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 14:27 Jul 1 (4)
- I used some of these materials in our gr 6-9 co-op this year... - StaceyL in Canada 16:39 Jul 1 (3)
  - I definitely want to make it high school level. nt. - Kathy in NC 18:40 Jul 1 (2)
    - Kathy, for some reason I thought this was for an 8th grader. I should have asked before I recommended! nt - Pam "SFSOM" in MD 6:18 Jul 2 (1)
      - That's o.k. Most SL users probably don't wait until 9th to do SL 100. :) nt. - Kathy in NC 7:07 Jul 2 (0)

Has anyone read or is now reading A Thomas Jefferson Education?(more) - Trish H 9:14 Jul 1 (8)

I read this about this philosophy last year and bought the Core/Love of Learning CD's. ... - Christy in CO 10:18 Jul 2 (0)
I read it last month, and am reading the other booklets... - Sunny 9:55 Jul 1 (6)
- Please tell me what GWC is. Thanks nt - Missy 20:19 Jul 1 (1)
  - It's the College that DeMille founded.. link inside - Sunny 21:08 Jul 1 (0)
- It's funny, I emailed an unschooling friend info about the book.. - Trish H 17:43 Jul 1 (1)
  - Oh, more than one gem to take with me.. - Sunny 19:56 Jul 1 (0)
- re. "inspire, not require" - Lorraine in BC 12:44 Jul 1 (1)
  - Oh, if we could all possess that gift with our own children! (nt) - Trish H 17:45 Jul 1 (0)

I am trying to get answers on how to implement Gileskirk American Culture - Mary in co 8:37 Jul 1 (1)

Mary, here's what I do... - catherine 17:35 Jul 1 (0)

Can someone tell me why they chose TT over VideoText or Classmate Math? nt - Christy in CO 7:38 Jul 1 (3)

We've used both Videotext & TT in our homeschool...(more) - Dawn in MI 13:34 Jul 1 (0)
Well, I rejected VideoText for several reasons - Claire 12:18 Jul 1 (1)
- I chose Classmate because...(m) - Francie in CA 16:31 Jul 1 (0)

Trying to decide on a Worldview course (or 2 1-semester courses) for ds' senior year. Which of these... - ereks mom 5:51 Jul 1 (16)

Ha, ha! Just realized it was you, Ereks Mom!! Don't we think alike!? nt - lamb 8:24 Jul 1 (1)
- LOL! Yes, we do! ; ) nt - ereks mom 10:10 Jul 1 (0)
I can tell you about 3 of these ......... - lamb 7:36 Jul 1 (13)
- I'm becoming wishy-washy!! Starting Points vs Trinity Forum - Lisa TX 21:50 Jul 1 (5)
  - Dear Wishy !! :) - lamb 3:41 Jul 2 (4)
    - Re: Dear Wishy !! :) - Lisa TX 4:55 Jul 2 (3)
      - A few more thoughts...... - lamb 11:59 Jul 2 (2)
        
        VERY helpful!! Thanks for taking the time to explain so well! nt - Lisa TX 21:47 Jul 2 (1)
        
        I'd love to hear what you decide if you don't mind posting once you know! Please?? :) nt - lamb 8:15 Jul 3 (0)
- Link or phone number? - Katia 18:02 Jul 1 (3)
  - Here you go! (m) - lamb 3:24 Jul 2 (2)
    - This is an ever better site - more info :) - lamb 3:25 Jul 2 (1)
      - Thanks so much! This is JUST what I needed :-) nt - Katia 10:14 Jul 3 (0)
- Can you tell me who sells the Starting Points ? thanks nt - Missy 8:06 Jul 1 (2)
  - Rainbow Resource carries it - usually ships faster than Cornerstone (nt) - CynthiaOK 19:33 Jul 1 (0)
  - I bought mine from Cornerstone Curriculum, the company that publishes it. (m) - lamb 8:26 Jul 1 (0)

Susan in TX - I responded below re: TOG concerns *nt* - Becca in CO 20:55 Jun 30 (0)

Has anyone used the Elegant Essay or the Advance Communication series that IEW sells? m - Missy 20:26 Jun 30 (2)

I plan to incorporate Adv. Comm. this year as my dd will be taking speech and possibly competing.(more) - Trish H 9:11 Jul 1 (1)
- Well... - Missy 20:27 Jul 1 (0)

Trying to follow a Classical Education, but also need self-teaching books, as I have so many children! (m) - Joy 19:08 Jun 30 (10)

Re: Trying to follow a Classical Education, but also need self-teaching books, as I have so many children! (m) - Pam L 10:21 Jul 4 (0)
Re: Trying to follow a Classical Education, but also need self-teaching books, as I have so many children! (m) - Quiver0f10 6:03 Jul 1 (0)
Re: Trying to follow a Classical Education, but also need self-teaching books, as I have so many children! (m) - Nissi 4:34 Jul 1 (2)
- Could you elaborate about Latin for Children DVD curriculum? I haven't heard of this. I sounds like it could be a great option for the Latin fearful. nt - Trish H 8:59 Jul 1 (1)
  - Re: Could you elaborate about Latin for Children DVD curriculum? I haven't heard of this. I sounds like it could be a great option for the Latin fearful. nt - :Nissi 19:04 Jul 1 (0)
Re: Trying to follow a Classical Education, but also need self-teaching books, as I have so many children! (m) - Linda G in NZ 2:33 Jul 1 (0)
Re: Trying to follow a Classical Education, but also need self-teaching books, as I have so many children! (m) - Luann in ID 20:42 Jun 30 (3)
- I see that Rod and Staff English is on your low-maintenance list. - Lisa TX 7:15 Jul 1 (2)
  - Actually IMO, the grading isn't the main issue in R&S high school English . . . - Luann in ID 8:48 Jul 1 (1)
    - This is encouraging. nt - Lisa TX 15:55 Jul 1 (0)

MicroChem kit, is this a stand alone chemistry course? nt - Quiver0f10 18:26 Jun 30 (2)

No, it's just a kit with some questions & answers for each lab (nt) - CynthiaOK 12:06 Jul 1 (1)
- Thanks nt - Quiver0f10 12:08 Jul 1 (0)

PSAT Prep books have me CONFUSED!!! Kaplan, Princeton Review....HELP! (m) - DB in NJ 16:06 Jun 30 (3)

The best all-around that we found was Barron's. Check the reviews at Amazon.com for other opinions. nt - Carl 14:19 Jul 1 (0)
I would recommend.... - Gwen in VA 17:44 Jun 30 (1)
- Thanks! That is very helpful! and.... - DB in NJ 9:22 Jul 1 (0)

Would anyone who has read douglas Adams' Hitchhiker's guide to the Galaxy care to take a stab at categorizing it under a particular world view? nt - Mary in GA 15:22 Jun 30 (10)

How about: "Evolutionary-Absurdist"? (wikipedia definition inside) - Lori D. 16:07 Jun 30 (9)
- James Sire, in How to Read Slowly, lists it as "nihilism". - Luann in ID 20:52 Jun 30 (2)
  - But I like Lori's term better. :-) nt - Luann in ID 20:53 Jun 30 (1)
    - That is interesting, but I think I like Lori's term better too! nt - Mary in GA 11:10 Jul 1 (0)
- LOL! That's perfect! How did you come up with that?... - Mary in GA 17:45 Jun 30 (5)
  - oh rats! -- I missed my chance: Mary "How did you come up with that?" Lori: "42!" (lol) nt - Lori D. 21:22 Jun 30 (3)
    - Don't forget your towel! nt - Mary in GA 11:22 Jul 1 (2)
      - LOL! Or your "peril sensitive sunglasses".... - Lori D. 14:45 Jul 1 (1)
        
        Eeew! I think this thread is plunging rapidly toward the realm of the absurd! nt - Mary in GA 18:38 Jul 1 (0)
  - Thank you, Thank you (taking a bow). My moment in the spotlight -- and it's totally non-homeschool related. LOL! (nt) - Lori D. 21:10 Jun 30 (0)

Pamela, regarding your message below about the root cards - Nicole 15:17 Jun 30 (3)

Nicole, mind if I butt in? - Paula H 21:31 Jul 2 (0)
Sure, no and no :) - Pamela 6:28 Jul 1 (1)
- Pamela, don't worry a bit! - Paula H 20:42 Jul 2 (0)

Heroes of the City of Man or Veritas Press Great Books info needed... - leslie 14:44 Jun 30 (6)

Re: Heroes of the City of Man or Veritas Press Great Books info needed... - Kathleen 22:32 Jun 30 (0)
Has anyone read or used these? nt - leslie 16:47 Jun 30 (4)
- Yes...I have taught Ancient Lit twice in a co-op setting using these books, and i'm getting ready to do it a third time this fall...(more) - catherine 22:34 Jun 30 (3)
  - Which one has better questions for a ninth grade student? What are the differences? Thanks so much for your time. nt - leslie 6:06 Jul 1 (2)
    - Hmmmm...they're both good (more) - catherine 17:46 Jul 1 (1)
      - Thanks so much. I think I'll get both. One of our ministers knows Leithart and says it is a great book, but I my son isn't all that deep of a thinker. Thanks again. - leslie 19:50 Jul 1 (0)

Lightening Lit, does it matter which edition of the lit books we use? Thanks! nt - Quiver0f10 14:01 Jun 30 (2)

In our experience with LL, reading assignments were based on chapters, not page #s. Old editions work fine. nt - Julie in CA 22:39 Jul 3 (0)
Hewitt has a yahoo group which you might like to join. I believe I've seen this question asked, and the response was that the edition did not matter. (nm) - Kareni 19:46 Jun 30 (0)

Still wondering about logic-level vs rhetoric-level writing... - StaceyL in Canada 12:52 Jun 30 (2)

Lauara Berquist's Writing Manual does a succinct job of presenting the stages, I think. nt - MaryM 7:38 Jul 1 (0)
You really might like to check out bravewriter.com. - TinaM 22:14 Jun 30 (0)

Repost: anyone happy with a video or DVD based geometry program? How well did it prepare your dc for SAT's? nt - Laurie4b 10:43 Jun 30 (1)

Re: Repost: anyone happy with a video or DVD based geometry program? How well did it prepare your dc for SAT's? nt - marie 16:49 Jun 30 (0)

need suggestions for speeding a child up when taking timed tests... - momof10 9:35 Jun 30 (2)

If you can afford the time and money, BrainSkills works on processing speed - Claire 6:39 Jul 1 (0)
Practice, practice, practice - Maverick 17:22 Jun 30 (0)

Can I go from MUS Zeta to Videotext Algebra? - Christy in CO 9:32 Jun 30 (1)

Yes! We started Videotext with no other pre-algebra program nt - Sharon in TX 13:39 Jun 30 (0)

Good Heavens! Is there a CHEAPER way to get "Teaching Textbooks" for math?!!! $200 per course is huge! (nt) - Lori D. 9:26 Jun 30 (8)

Thank you, ladies. And you all think the CDs are really work it? (nt) - Lori D. 21:46 Jun 30 (3)
- Yes, without a doubt nt - Quiver0f10 6:05 Jul 1 (0)
- I do, unlike the D.I.V.E. cd, these cover the practice, entire ch. and test. They work through it ALL! On a few of the cd he even says, you could have said _ _ _ _ (nm) - Gamom3 5:12 Jul 1 (1)
  - I meant problems not cd...nt - Gamom3 5:12 Jul 1 (0)
I just purchased the Geometry and I would recommend it, my son is finally catching on and like Sandy said it is a LOT cheaper than a tutor!(nt) - Gamom3 20:09 Jun 30 (0)
It is very pricey, but it has been a life saver for me. Its the one curriculum I don't mind spending $ on nt - Quiver0f10 9:45 Jun 30 (0)
Look on the used sale boards...it does come up there...and it's a lot cheaper than a tutor. (nt) - Sandy in Indy 9:31 Jun 30 (1)
- I once saw a copy on ebay - keep looking on other... - Liz in Northern CA 17:50 Jun 30 (0)

Price list for the AS high school diploma program..... - Padmé 7:29 Jun 30 (3)

Thanks! This is quite helpful. (nt) - Jan P. 12:46 Jul 1 (2)
- and there is a payment plan. $69 down, $39 per month for 23 months... if memory serves me... (NT) - LH 8:58 Jul 2 (0)
- You're welcome. nt - Padmé 8:54 Jul 2 (0)

DianeR - Q. about Ancient Rhetorics for Modern Students (m) - LisaNY 7:05 Jun 30 (5)

Re: DianeR - Q. about Ancient Rhetorics for Modern Students (m) - DianeR 6:50 Jul 1 (3)
- Thank, Diane! (m) - LisaNY 11:58 Jul 1 (2)
  - My take on the two texts - DianeR 6:41 Jul 2 (1)
    - Thanks, Diane. No, I really want something that covers the principles of rhetoric (m) - LisaNY 12:43 Jul 2 (0)
And one more Q... - LisaNY 10:29 Jun 30 (0)

Has anyone used IEW's SAT essay course? - Laura in VA 6:57 Jun 30 (1)

Dd used it and thought it helped a lot. nt - Luann in ID 7:30 Jun 30 (0)

If you are using PTIW are you still doing additional grammar?(m) - Tina in ME 6:22 Jun 30 (3)

Thanks Ladies (m) - Tina in ME 6:44 Jul 1 (0)
Yes - I still use a grammar text. We are using R&S gr. 8 w/PTIW this year. (m) - LisaNY 6:39 Jun 30 (0)
We didn't use another grammar and did finish in one year (m) - MaryM 6:38 Jun 30 (0)

Classical Composition vs. Hewitt LLC...opinions/insights. - Yolanda 22:33 Jun 29 (2)

I don't know what level you are looking at for LLC, but - Kim in NH 5:55 Jun 30 (1)
- THe high school level LL we used also had students read the entire work and lesson before writing. nt - Laura in CT 9:32 Jun 30 (0)

Does R&S 7 (grammar) have any writing instruction in it?? nt - Praisefor3 20:14 Jun 29 (3)

Yes, it does. Here is what is covered... - LisaNY 5:04 Jun 30 (2)
- Oh, my! I can't tell you how much that helped! Thank you! nt - Praisefor3 15:20 Jun 30 (1)
  - You're welcome! Glad to be of help to you. :o) nm - LisaNY 16:27 Jun 30 (0)

Question about Apologia Bio - Happyhobbitmom 19:39 Jun 29 (1)

The end of module 1 introduces how to use ...(more) - Sandy in MA 19:57 Jun 29 (0)

Anyone use / heard of Notgrass products? - Katie 19:18 Jun 29 (3)

We are finishing World and planning to do American next spring. - Jenileigh 11:23 Jul 2 (0)
Re: Anyone use / heard of Notgrass products? - Rebecca in TN 21:54 Jun 30 (0)
Yep - Used it for world. Going to use it for American. Love it. DD loves it. I'm leaving town so can't post more but check down the board and past boards. Quite a bit of info. nt - Praisefor3 20:36 Jun 29 (0)

Repeating ques somebody else posted..comparison between Trinity Forum Series and Quines WWW (m) - Clara in Miami 17:59 Jun 29 (4)

So, how would Trinity Forum compare to Starting Points? nt - ereks mom 8:11 Jun 30 (1)
- I think it is still very different (m) - CynthiaOK 9:23 Jun 30 (0)
I'd say they are totally different (m) - CynthiaOK 5:30 Jun 30 (0)
If it helps, I will list what Trinity Forum states are the Defining Features of their series... - LisaNY 5:29 Jun 30 (0)

I've been going over it all day and I'm lost. What Henle materials... - kimminy 17:34 Jun 29 (7)

Thanks to each of you! I figured out what to order... - kimminy 8:46 Jun 30 (0)
We do Henle with just the text, grammar, and answer key... - Laura in CT 5:52 Jun 30 (0)
FYI: allcatholicbooks.com has MODG brand new syllabi with excellent and numerous quizzes an tests plus chant card forms. It's a bargain, imho. nt - MaryM 18:48 Jun 29 (3)
- Do you have the old ones? Are these a big improvement? Just wondering if I want to fork out the bucks when I already have the old ones. Thanks. nt - Luann in ID 9:07 Jun 30 (2)
  - I can't remember if the old ones had the extensive quizzes but if not then it's worth it to get the new! nt - MaryM 9:29 Jun 30 (1)
    - It does have several quizzes. Could there be any other changes? Thanks, again! nt - Luann in ID 11:43 Jun 30 (0)
link to an old post. - LH 17:45 Jun 29 (0)

Need opinions on TOG...m - Susan in TX 17:17 Jun 29 (4)

from a TOG user - Wendy M 15:02 Jul 1 (0)
Honestly... - Anna 5:26 Jun 30 (2)
- Well, I'm kind of in a weird place these days...m - Susan in TX 5:47 Jun 30 (1)
  - Every history program has a "worldview" that might indoctrinate your child . . . - Becca in CO 8:23 Jun 30 (0)

Any pros or cons on MUS Algebra 1? :) - Marybeth 17:00 Jun 29 (5)

Re: Any pros or cons on MUS Algebra 1? :) - Cindy in WA 6:46 Jun 30 (2)
- Could it be that ... - Kimm in WA 8:52 Jun 30 (1)
  - We've been very happy with MUS............(m) - April 18:30 Jun 30 (0)
Re: Any pros or cons on MUS Algebra 1? :) - Alyce 18:09 Jun 29 (0)
Re: Any pros or cons on MUS Algebra 1? :) - Ruth in Ottawa 17:46 Jun 29 (0)

TRISMS - regarding the conversation below about using this program - I have some questions! more.... - Christy in CO 16:17 Jun 29 (2)

Re: TRISMS - regarding the conversation below about using this program - I have some questions! more.... - Paula in Nh 17:36 Jun 29 (0)
Answers - Jan P. 17:34 Jun 29 (0)

Would BJU's Geography (9th grade) be overkill in addition to Omnibus I/Western Civ.? (m) - Michelle in MO 14:18 Jun 29 (4)

Western Civ has map workbooks? Tell me more! - Maverick 17:26 Jun 30 (1)
- I am not aware of map workbooks w/Western Civ., I have been using World History Map Activities by Walsh Pub. (m) - LisaNY 4:39 Jul 3 (0)
I started to write, Yes, it'd be overload, then I realized we are doing a separate geo course with Omnibus 2! m - Chris in VA 16:29 Jun 29 (1)
- Thanks for the advice; I noticed that Abeka offers a 1-sem. course (m) - Michelle in MO 16:34 Jun 29 (0)

Percytruffle (Lisa)--about Astronomy Today - CHris in VA 14:17 Jun 29 (4)

Re: Percytruffle (Lisa)--about Astronomy Today - percytruffle 14:08 Jun 30 (3)
- THanks so much! This looks really good. nt - Chris in VA 11:11 Jul 3 (0)
- Lisa, which Teaching Co course was this?--nt - StaceyL in Canada 17:32 Jun 30 (1)
  - Never mind--found it,and actually already have it!--nt - StaceyL in Canada 18:58 Jun 30 (0)

Dual enrollment w/ local com. college...opinions? Anyone BTDT?? - Jenileigh 14:03 Jun 29 (18)

Thanks everyone!! :) nt - Jenileigh 22:00 Jul 1 (0)
It worked for us. California has a great c.c. system. We did c.c. instead of high school :-) nt - Ellie 20:55 Jul 1 (0)
I have spoken with dd about this and she is adamant about taking - Jenileigh 10:38 Jul 1 (2)
- Discourage her. - Barb F. PA and AZ 12:06 Jul 3 (1)
  - well we will have until Oct 30th to drop a class - Jenileigh 13:45 Jul 4 (0)
Happy with our experience ..... - Kay in CO 9:29 Jun 30 (0)
My boys have taken all of their Spanish at the cc (summer school - yeah!) - it's been great for them. (nt) - catherine 21:18 Jun 29 (0)
So far, it's been a great experience! My dd is signed up for more classes this fall. nt - Christi/NC 20:57 Jun 29 (0)
Fantastic experience. - Barb F. PA and AZ 18:21 Jun 29 (6)
- I agree... - GVA 5:15 Jun 30 (5)
  - Gail, our cc has a rule of 17 and older. You can do dual......... - Padmé 7:35 Jun 30 (4)
    - How I rate a CC... - GVA 7:56 Jul 1 (3)
      - Oh. I can't reply because I don't know. I was so excited to get there..... - Padmé 8:26 Jul 1 (2)
        
        A few ideas... - GVA 10:57 Jul 1 (1)
        
        Thank you. We want the oldest to stay at home, but I think visiting..... - Padmé 12:24 Jul 1 (0)
Was a great experience last semester for my dd overall - LoriM 17:25 Jun 29 (1)
- Graduate from *high school* with an AS, then pursue further college. Whoops! (c: (nt) - LoriM 17:25 Jun 29 (0)
Both of our sons earned quite few dual enrollment credits. It was a good experience for them. No regrets at all. nm - Janet in WA 15:21 Jun 29 (0)

Finally-Location to share our files - Trish H 13:08 Jun 29 (20)

Oh, Trish, this is a terrific idea! I've been working on a syllabus for... - Lori D. 14:54 Jul 1 (0)
Would anyone want a yr-long syllabus for logic-level ancient history, using The Pageant of World History as a spine? (m) - StaceyL in Canada 17:35 Jun 30 (4)
- Did the word doc work for you? If sos I'll continue with the rest of the schedule. nt - Trish H 21:33 Jun 30 (2)
  - Believe it or not,I discovered... - StaceyL in Canada (not Stacey in LA, with whom I think you had me confused!) 9:25 Jul 1 (1)
    - Glad to! Isn't that what this is all about!! :o) You've helped me before and so have many others! - Trish H 17:52 Jul 1 (0)
- Please share it at the group. (more) - Trish H 21:31 Jun 30 (0)
Trish, could you please check the links which only reopen the existing page, and I have Excel. Thanks for all your work! (nt) - Janie 5:58 Jun 30 (2)
- Could you email me explaining the specific problem? - Trish H 6:49 Jun 30 (1)
  - Just checked and the addresses seem to be working. Thanks! (nt) - Janie 12:40 Jun 30 (0)
Put in my Art of Argument syllabus - Laurel in CA 19:20 Jun 29 (1)
- Thanks! Laurel! May we all be blessed because we were faithful and gave! nt - Trish H 20:09 Jun 29 (0)
Help! I joined but can't open the files... - StaceyL in Canada 16:57 Jun 29 (3)
- Stacey, give me time. I can try to convert those to either a word doc or pdf-be patient(nt) - Trish H 18:30 Jun 29 (2)
  - Thanks, Trish.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 19:05 Jun 29 (1)
    - Try the word doc now - Trish H 20:46 Jun 29 (0)
I joined and posted from files. Great idea, Trish! nt - AmyCC 15:31 Jun 29 (2)
- Argh. Posted *some* files. nt - AmyCC 15:31 Jun 29 (1)
  - maybe when LoriM gets back she can put her syllabus there... (more) - Trish H 16:10 Jun 29 (0)
I think I'll join, but only to steal others' good ideas because I'm not talented enough to put stuff together myself! nt - StaceyinLA 13:37 Jun 29 (1)
- I don't think any of us should underestimate what we can offer to others (more) - Trish H 13:50 Jun 29 (0)

those biology roots cards.... where do I buy them? - Nicole 12:27 Jun 29 (4)

We couldn't get into them...I probably have them around here somewhere... <nt> - Pamela 19:31 Jun 29 (0)
we start these in a couple weeks - lh 12:50 Jun 29 (2)
- ooh, thanks! may I ask - Nicole 12:55 Jun 29 (1)
  - ::blushing:: haven't thought that far ahead. (NT) - LH 15:06 Jun 29 (0)

Biology - donna 11:25 Jun 29 (2)

Donna, we used a text by Campbell, though not that one - one2go 8:17 Jun 30 (1)
- Re: Donna, we used a text by Campbell, though not that one - donna 8:53 Jun 30 (0)

Anyone used Teach. Co.'s Science videos w/Apologia Physical Science? - K-FL 11:14 Jun 29 (1)

This is what I did... - Chris in So. Cal 5:46 Jun 30 (0)

question about Notgrass...how much lit. analysis is taught? any?....more - Kayleen Todd 11:12 Jun 29 (4)

Re: question about Notgrass...how much lit. analysis is taught? any?....more - Alyce 18:13 Jun 29 (0)
I agree, though I do like and use Notgrass, just not for lit analysis. nt - Kelli in TN 17:48 Jun 29 (0)
No literary analysis is taught in Notgrass. nm - LisaNY 13:01 Jun 29 (0)
I looked through a friend's copy and I agree with you. sm - Laurie4b 12:53 Jun 29 (0)

PSAT/SAT Prep -Do these types of prep books cover grammar? nt - Barb 10:20 Jun 29 (0)

Best place to order Henle materials? TYVMIA! :) nt - kimminy 9:10 Jun 29 (2)

I get mine from allcatholicbooks.com, cheap -- nt - Nicole 9:13 Jun 29 (1)
- Thank you, Nicole!!! :) nt - kimminy 9:15 Jun 29 (0)

Questions about Saxon progression (m) - Valerie in SC 8:36 Jun 29 (2)

I agree about moving on... - Brenda in MA 10:50 Jun 29 (0)
we skipped algebra 1/2 altogether, so I don't see a problem with moving on - Nicole 9:19 Jun 29 (0)

NARHS...do any of you use this service and what do you feel are the pros and cons? TIA. nt - Cassie 5:50 Jun 29 (6)

On a high school board I'm on - Hallie 7:09 Jun 29 (2)
- Yes, I read that too, but there's one mom here who used them for the military acads. w/no problem. - K-FL 8:27 Jun 29 (1)
  - NCAA Academic Eligibility -- Doesn't Seem to be a problem with homeschooling per se - DianeR 13:45 Jun 29 (0)
We're just finishing up our 4 yrs. . . - K-FL 6:02 Jun 29 (2)
- Re: We're just finishing up our 4 yrs. . . - Cassie 17:49 Jun 29 (1)
  - I haven't decided if we'll use anyone. - K-FL 6:27 Jun 30 (0)

to: Pam "SFSOM" in MD - - momof10 5:03 Jun 29 (0)

Headed out of town for a week... - LoriM 3:53 Jun 29 (0)

I you could do it all over again.... - Yolanda 0:35 Jun 29 (11)

Well, I'm not "done" yet, but . . . - Jenny in Florida 12:55 Jun 29 (2)
- Jenny....regarding your literature study--are you using any type of analysis materials to help work through the literature in your historical time period or do you 'wing it' on your own the way you seem to so ablely and confidently manage the rest of your courses? You are quite inspirational when you describe how you put together your own high school routine. You make it sound, in fact, easy. Thanks for all your advice and suggestions on this board! :>) nt - Tara in FL 17:53 Jun 29 (1)
  - (Gosh, now you made me blush!) - Jenny in Florida 19:54 Jun 29 (0)
TRISMS (we'vebeen using this 2 yrs. so far) covers History, Geography, Literature, Writing (IEW), Vocabulary & (history of) Art, Music & Architecture, PLUS... (sm) - ereks mom 9:16 Jun 29 (3)
- Re: I agree with TRISMS...more - Paula in NH 14:19 Jun 29 (0)
- Is there a website for TRISMS? nt - Nicole 9:23 Jun 29 (1)
  - oops. never mind -- I googled it and actuallly found it! nt - Nicole 9:34 Jun 29 (0)
World Views of the Western World by Quine - Valerie J 8:16 Jun 29 (2)
- Valerie-WVWW vs. WNOS? - Tessa 12:57 Jun 29 (1)
  - I haven't taken a look at that yet to compare. nt - Valerie J 9:35 Jun 30 (0)
That should read "If you could...." nt - Yolanda 0:36 Jun 29 (0)

TQ users...how do you assign credits (more) - DianeL 23:09 Jun 28 (1)

this is how I do it...........(m) - April 7:22 Jun 29 (0)

First Lial BCM than...(m) - Francie in CA 21:19 Jun 28 (1)

A few answers from the uninitiated...(m) - Colleen 2:32 Jun 29 (0)

Can you give credit for this? - Trish H 20:58 Jun 28 (1)

I don't see why not. It sounds like a great basis for history or a social science. :o) nt - K-FL 10:22 Jun 30 (0)

Any suggestions for a 12th grader who wants to study river ecology? -m - Kathie in VA 20:37 Jun 28 (5)

Are your friends in the DC area? If so, contact..... - Kathy in MD 13:03 Jun 29 (0)
Thanks for the ideas -m - Kathie in VA 7:54 Jun 29 (1)
- I forgot to mention Riverkeeper - Désirée 8:20 Jun 29 (0)
not a textbook - moira 0:11 Jun 29 (1)
- I agree... - Désirée 5:32 Jun 29 (0)

LoriM, one more syllabus please? thankyou (m) - Emily in IL 20:33 Jun 28 (9)

may I have one, too - m cole 14:56 Jun 30 (0)
Me, too, please? - Laurel in CA 10:06 Jun 29 (0)
Could I have one also please? - Peggy in Ks 9:06 Jun 29 (0)
May I have one too? Thank you for helping us w/this. nt - Barbra 6:40 Jun 29 (0)
LoriM, I would also love to have one. Thanks (nt) - Christine 5:27 Jun 29 (1)
- I lied, and I am checking the board from Florida... - LoriM 17:24 Jun 29 (0)
I would also love one! nt - Nancy 4:39 Jun 29 (0)
I'd like one too Lori. Thanks nm - Alyce 22:28 Jun 28 (1)
- Both sent! (nt) - LoriM 3:54 Jun 29 (0)

Stressing about history and literature...(and is this schedule reasonable for 8th?) - Diana in OR 17:09 Jun 28 (8)

don't stress too much.......looks good. more.. - Kayleen Todd 17:27 Jun 29 (0)
If you are still looking for a spelling and geography program... - Liz in Northern CA 21:26 Jun 28 (2)
- Re: consider TRISMS plus R&S spelling 7 and then 8 - Paula in NH 14:28 Jun 29 (0)
- Do you use A Beka Geography with their history text? (sm) - Diana in OR 21:53 Jun 28 (0)
I'm not that familiar with SL, but does it include literature\reading\discussing? - Catherine 20:01 Jun 28 (0)
We are doing SL for 8th... - RhondaM. 17:52 Jun 28 (1)
- Oops...meant to say ... - RhondaM. 17:53 Jun 28 (0)
Re: Stressing about history and literature...(and is this schedule reasonable for 8th?) - Melissa 17:49 Jun 28 (0)

Which geometry DVD or video program do you prefer? How well did it prepare your student for the SAT's? nt - Laurie4b 16:51 Jun 28 (0)

American School -- how much? - Jan P. 16:46 Jun 28 (5)

For the whole program (16 credits), the cost is $979, or $930 if you pay up front. nt - K in MI 17:17 Jun 28 (1)
- In the college prep program, not the general, you can take up to... - Padmé 17:28 Jun 28 (0)
When I asked them, the told me about 170 something to 199.00...... - Padmé 16:53 Jun 28 (2)
- Thanks! That gives me a ballpark figure to work with. - Jan P. 16:58 Jun 28 (1)
  - When I called them, I asked for the price list if we took them separately..... - Padmé 17:19 Jun 28 (0)

Hi, found this site and thought it was too good to not share. I don't know if it was shared before. - leslie 16:37 Jun 28 (1)

Thank you. There is a ton of great stuff here! nt. - barbra 18:24 Jun 28 (0)

trying here, no response on K-8 board: question for savvy computer users about Amy Pak's timeline figures - Nicole 15:29 Jun 28 (10)

I usually put a textbox up in word and then copy and paste it - frogpond1 22:11 Jun 29 (0)
Well bless his heart, wasn't that sweet of him! - Paula H 17:50 Jun 28 (0)
Did you try emailing Amy Pak? I met her son at our convention (m) - LisaNY 17:48 Jun 28 (4)
- I just emailed her about a question w/ her products....she was very helpful and very nice...I didn't feel like I put her out at all. - Lorri 17:55 Jun 29 (0)
- It never even occurred to me that I would be "allowed" to bother those nice folks with my problems! nt - Nicole 18:29 Jun 28 (2)
  - They seem to be a very nice family. I'm sure they would be happy to help, if they could. :o) nm - LisaNY 18:39 Jun 28 (0)
  - I guess I'll try that as a last resort! - Nicole 18:30 Jun 28 (0)
Re: trying here, no response on K-8 board: question for savvy computer users about Amy Pak's timeline figures - kate in seattle 16:08 Jun 28 (2)
- yes, this helps... I wonder if you can "import" an image using Word? - Nicole 16:22 Jun 28 (1)
  - Re: yes, this helps... I wonder if you can "import" an image using Word? - kate in seattle 19:21 Jun 28 (0)

Logic-level writing vs rhetoric-level writing.... - StaceyL in Canada 15:09 Jun 28 (4)

I think Catherine has done an excellent job of answering your question . . . - kate in seattle 0:24 Jun 29 (2)
- What a relief (m) - Valerie(TX) 5:30 Jun 29 (1)
  - Valerie, you aren't alone. - Jan P. 11:19 Jun 29 (0)
I'll take a stab... - catherine 18:21 Jun 28 (0)

"The Noonday Project" -- free, international science project to measure Earth's circumference! (more) - Lori D. 14:16 Jun 28 (0)

Need help teaching about the Stock Market. m - Beth S. 13:47 Jun 28 (4)

here is a national org that teaches and does competitions (m) - Valerie(TX) 11:47 Jun 29 (0)
You could take a look at this website (link only) - LBC 7:41 Jun 29 (1)
- Here's an online tutorial (link only) - LBC 7:44 Jun 29 (0)
Do the Uncle Eric Books cover this? nt - Christy in CO 6:03 Jun 29 (0)

_Illustrating Nature: Right-brain Art in a Left-brain World_ and _The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain_ - 0:-) Angela 13:20 Jun 28 (0)

Has anyone gone from MUS Zeta into VideoText Algebra and done well? - Christy in CO 10:35 Jun 28 (1)

There's actually another level . . . - Kimm in WA 21:53 Jun 28 (0)

LoriM, Can you tell me more about the notebook. (m) - Lisa TX 10:05 Jun 28 (1)

Do you mean when I reference "file it in your history notebook" - LoriM 10:07 Jun 28 (0)

science - diane in st. louis 9:37 Jun 28 (0)

Where are sample pages of WNOS, or any of the other books?? nt - Rachel 9:33 Jun 28 (1)

There is an excerpt on Amazon (nt) - LoriM 10:30 Jun 28 (0)

Would someone here be willing to tell me exactly which Lial's bundle... - kimminy 8:25 Jun 28 (7)

I still don't know where to purchase Intermediate Algebra...can anyone here help? :) nt - kimminy 14:43 Jun 28 (4)
- I'm on the laptop. I can't access the information I saved... - kimminy 16:39 Jun 28 (3)
  - link inside - Sharon in NY 17:21 Jun 28 (2)
    - Thank you, thank you, thank you so very much! :) nt - kimminy 20:51 Jun 28 (1)
      - No problem, You're welcome! &:-) nt - Sharon in NY 21:06 Jun 28 (0)
Introductory Algebra would follow BCM ...(m) - SunshineCA 9:01 Jun 28 (1)
- Thanks, Sunshine. :) If the tentative buyer... - kimminy 11:13 Jun 28 (0)

Opinions or experiences with Bob Jones or Apologia for upper level sciene courses? - Sara in CT 7:28 Jun 28 (0)

"Why does God Allow Wars?" by Dr. Lloyd-Jones - momof7 7:07 Jun 28 (1)

Lloyd-Jones was Reformed Protestant... - Laura in CT 9:17 Jun 28 (0)

Another NEM Q. - how have your dc scored on the SAT? (m) - LisaNY 5:35 Jun 28 (13)

My son just received his SAT scores. - BSC in Canada 12:33 Jun 28 (5)
- Beth - where in Canada are you? - Sarah CB 6:37 Jun 29 (1)
  - I'm in NS - BSC in Canada 11:22 Jun 29 (0)
- Thank you, Beth! (m) - LisaNY 17:40 Jun 28 (2)
  - Re: Thank you, Beth! (m) - BSC in Canada 3:52 Jun 29 (1)
    - I am glad to hear the geometry is sufficient (m) - LisaNY 4:57 Jun 29 (0)
We used through NEM 3A and then dd took the ACT... - Beth in OH 7:15 Jun 28 (6)
- Thank you, Beth, this was very helpful (m) - LisaNY 8:19 Jun 28 (5)
  - The switch to Foerster's... - Beth in OH 9:49 Jun 28 (4)
    - Thanks Beth & a question... - Brenda in MA 6:13 Jun 29 (2)
      - We've been on this path together for awhile, haven't we, Brenda? - Beth in OH 8:21 Jun 29 (1)
        
        Yes, I was thinking the same things... - Brenda in MA 14:19 Jun 29 (0)
    - Thanks again, Beth! I really appreciate your help (m) - LisaNY 10:22 Jun 28 (0)

Can someone pleeeeeeez point me to a clear, concise definition of rhetoric? I always thought it was speaking, but not so? nt - Blushing cuz it seems assumed everyone here just *knows* this 2:43 Jun 28 (2)

No need to blush - DianeR 5:06 Jun 28 (0)
How about this explanation. (link inside) - Brit 4:53 Jun 28 (0)

WNOS - Questions, Questions, and more Questions - Tessa 21:46 Jun 27 (11)

Here's a link to Janie's review posted below (nt) - LoriM 3:33 Jun 28 (0)
There are six books in the Trinity Forum Study Series... - LoriM 3:04 Jun 28 (9)
- Re: Lori I would like a syllabus too!, thank you - Cara 19:46 Jun 28 (1)
  - Sent! (nt) - LoriM 3:55 Jun 29 (0)
- Lori, If it's not too late can I get a copy of your syllabus too!! nt - Alyce 17:35 Jun 28 (0)
- Thanks Lori, and I would love to see your syllabus. - Tessa 8:37 Jun 28 (5)
  - Could I get a syllabus, too, please? :) - TinaM 16:50 Jun 28 (4)
    - Sent! (nt) - LoriM 3:56 Jun 29 (3)
      - Lori-another question for you. - Tessa 7:49 Jun 29 (2)
        
        Lori posted somewhere that she called this an Ethics course. nt - Christi/NC 8:22 Jun 29 (1)
        
        Yes, but I was wondering..... - Tessa 12:50 Jun 29 (0)

Beautiful Feet Ancient History program.....has anyone used this with logic stage and if so, how did you like it? Were you able to get all the reading done....it seems like quite a lot of reading. nt - Tara in FL 20:42 Jun 27 (0)

In case you weren't aware, MUS has a new "Stewardship" book out for hs level - happymainemom 18:22 Jun 27 (3)

What I don't like about this is it doesn't address what is *best* for the community - Lorraine in BC 7:55 Jun 29 (0)
I just picked this up at convention....it does look terrific! nt - Katia 20:05 Jun 27 (0)
Very nice!! Thanks! nt - Rebecca 18:51 Jun 27 (0)

LoriM, When No One Sees!! - This sounds awesome. I have to Ieave for a Co-op planning meeting in 20 minutes. We need one more class idea for 9th - 12th. (m) - Lisa TX 17:00 Jun 27 (3)

Sorry, I was out visiting... - LoriM 3:00 Jun 28 (0)
Not Lori, alas, but having glanced at WNOS, I think it certainly would be manageable in your time frame.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 17:21 Jun 27 (1)
- Thanks! I'm off to my meeting with a solution : ). nt - Lisa TX 17:23 Jun 27 (0)

PTIW & CW: anyone use these together? If so, how...? - Nicole 16:59 Jun 27 (1)

What is the age/grade of your student? Which levels (if any) have you done w/CW? Grammar background? nm - LisaNY 9:46 Jun 28 (0)

Those who've have Te. Company's "Great Authors...", did you buy DVD or audio CD & with or w/out transcript? nt - Anna 16:13 Jun 27 (4)

Thanks, guys! nt - Anna 11:25 Jun 28 (0)
Hi Anna - I am currently listening to TC's Books That Have Made History (m) - LisaNY 11:06 Jun 28 (0)
CD. I didn't think I needed to watch someone lecture. - Jean in Wisc. 17:31 Jun 27 (0)
I got the "Great Authors..." as a gift, on DVD, without transcripts, but we haven't watched them yet...! nt - Nicole 16:51 Jun 27 (0)

Can someone PLEASE explain how to teach/schedule Jacob's Algebra? - Becca in CO 16:10 Jun 27 (7)

Thanks for the help, everyone! I have a better feel for it now. nt - Becca in CO 10:10 Jun 28 (0)
The way I do it - Maverick 1:33 Jun 28 (1)
- A lesson a day...... - Susan in IL 5:10 Jun 28 (0)
I didn't schedule it. Ds worked through it at his pace. (m) - Lisa L. in MI 19:46 Jun 27 (0)
Here's what we did... - MaryM 18:15 Jun 27 (0)
I ditto that on Jacob's Geometry. I never understand the set of exercises at the end of his lessons. (m) - Lisa TX 16:23 Jun 27 (1)
- Re: I ditto that on Jacob's Geometry. I never understand the set of exercises at the end of his lessons. (m) - Jan P. 9:45 Jun 28 (0)

Carole in DE, please contact me - BMC 14:33 Jun 27 (0)

StaceyinLA and Jean in Wisc. ...... - ChristyB in AL 14:07 Jun 27 (0)

Is there a website where I can learn how to use a logic table? THere's one in Omnibus ll as an activity and I have no clue! nt - Chris in VA 12:58 Jun 27 (1)

You mean a truth table? - Adrian 13:43 Jun 27 (0)

Okay, I'm counting TWELVE people who have asked for my WNOS syllabus... - LoriM 12:24 Jun 27 (55)

I would love to have it! - Bula Mama 13:24 Jun 29 (0)
Posted above but will try here. Can I get a copy of your syllabus too! nt - Alyce 17:37 Jun 28 (0)
Please a syllabus to me, too!! Thanks! nt - Katia 11:28 Jun 28 (0)
Lori, if it's not too late, I would love your syllabus. Thank you. nt - Julia 9:16 Jun 28 (0)
Please send syllabus - Cindy 6:49 Jun 28 (2)
- Would like a copy, too...please. :) - kimminy 8:34 Jun 28 (1)
  - Would love a copy if that is OK! thanks so much! nt - Kimberly in FL 4:53 Jun 29 (0)
Wow, Lori...my innocent inquiry down the board certainly opened a Pandora's box! (but one full of good things, I hope!)--nt - StaceyL in Canada 17:27 Jun 27 (0)
Post here if you don't understand what all the fuss is about! LOL! (nt) - LoriM 12:26 Jun 27 (9)
- Didn't have a clue, but have done some research, these look great! nt - Kimberly in FL 4:54 Jun 29 (0)
- I was wondering what it stood for... nt - TinaM 20:11 Jun 27 (0)
- um... Washington Native Orchid Society? - Nicole 16:53 Jun 27 (0)
- I have no idea, and I'm dying to know what WNOS stands for!!!nt - Lisa TX 15:54 Jun 27 (0)
- I had to ask what PTIW was. (The sound one makes when a bug flies in his mouth). WNOS? Sounds like a radio station. nt - Jean in Wisc. 14:32 Jun 27 (2)
  - I google WNOS to see if I could figure out what it is. I laughed when the first choice was a radio station in NC : )!!! nt - Lisa TX 16:28 Jun 27 (1)
    - How funny! nt - Jean in Wisc. 10:17 Jun 29 (0)
- Clueless! nt - Melissa in New York 14:14 Jun 27 (0)
- You lost me..... !.... :-) (NT) - LH 12:55 Jun 27 (0)
Post here if they are "on your list" of things to buy in the future (nt) - LoriM 12:26 Jun 27 (18)
- I'm definitely plan to get this for next school year... - Sherri 17:57 Jun 29 (0)
- Definitely on my list, but I'm debating whether to buy them now or wait until my oldest (11) is closer to the age when he'll begin using the series. Decisions, decisions! (nt) - Colleen 1:01 Jun 29 (0)
- These are on my wishlist and I would appreciate a copy of your syllabus. Thanks. nt - Lisa in So.VA 11:51 Jun 28 (0)
- Will order all of them when I return from running some errands. Aaaannnnnd I'm off! :) nt - kimminy 8:37 Jun 28 (0)
- Definitely on my list to buy for the future....may I please have your syllabus? Thanks very much. address inside. - Tara in FL 20:25 Jun 27 (1)
  - Yes, we are in eastern North Carolina - LoriM 3:10 Jun 28 (0)
- These are now on *my* wishlist! Thanks! nt - Katia 20:07 Jun 27 (0)
- I have it on my wishlist too nt - Des 17:18 Jun 27 (0)
- Overbudget right now..hope to order next month. NT - Carrie in NC 17:10 Jun 27 (0)
- On my wishlist at CBD! nt - Laurel in CA 16:24 Jun 27 (0)
- Oh yes I am planning on geting the set . Hopefully over the next few weeks.nt - Gloria 16:09 Jun 27 (0)
- YES! I plan to get this. YES! I'd love your syllabus! Thank you! (email addy inside) - Lori D. 15:57 Jun 27 (1)
  - YES! Thank you LoriM! This arrived and I've printed it off! Now to buy the books! (lol) (nt) - Lori D. 12:04 Jun 28 (0)
- WNOS is on my list to purchase. nt - Lisa L. in MI 15:33 Jun 27 (0)
- I am hoping to order them tonight/ just learned about them this AM :) nt - Clara in Maimi 14:25 Jun 27 (1)
  - Opps I'd Like the WNOS syllabus as well (m) - Clara in Miami 14:28 Jun 27 (0)
- I'm planning to order from the ttf.org site tonight. Thanks again for sharing! nt - Christi/NC 13:50 Jun 27 (0)
- I only have The Call and have ordered Steering Through---would love the WNOS syllabus PLEEEZE------ - cat in black 13:03 Jun 27 (0)
Post here if you have ordered the book(s) and awaiting delivery (nt) - LoriM 12:25 Jun 27 (4)
- I ordered the set and they are on the way!! I can't wait. nt. - suzeintn 16:38 Jun 27 (0)
- I ordered all six and would love your syllabus! nt - Linda in MD 15:08 Jun 27 (0)
- that would be me; but only three of the books (m) - Valerie(TX) 14:10 Jun 27 (0)
- Re: Post here if you have ordered the book(s) and awaiting delivery (nt) - SusanAR 14:03 Jun 27 (0)
Post here if you ALREADY owned WNOS (or any others of the Trinity Forum Books) (nt) - LoriM 12:25 Jun 27 (12)
- I've collected them for years. Glad to see they're becoming so popular with this group! nt - Delbra 6:57 Jun 28 (0)
- I've had this about a year or so, but haven't read it yet. (nt) - Jackie in AR 17:25 Jun 27 (0)
- Confession time! I bought Steering Through Chaos and then sold it!! nt - lamb 16:57 Jun 27 (3)
  - may I ask why? nt - Valerie(TX) 3:45 Jun 28 (2)
    - Yes (m) - lamb 12:50 Jun 28 (1)
      - TU--I totally understand! nt - Valerie(TX) 13:57 Jun 28 (0)
- I have Steering Through Chaos, The Journey, and The Great Experiment. nt - Lisa L. in MI 15:34 Jun 27 (0)
- WNOS and Steering Through Chaos here, but eldest dc is only 14, so I haven't used them yet. nt - Michele in MN 14:40 Jun 27 (0)
- Own "When No One Sees", "The Call", and "Steering Through Chaos" -- have the syllabus, haven't used it yet - oldest child is now 15, just getting to the "right age" for these materials....(nt) - HeatherC (Canada) 13:55 Jun 27 (0)
- I do. (nt) - Janie 12:38 Jun 27 (0)
- Own WNOS and STC, had gotten your syllabus previous, and plan to use it in the future (have skimmed but not fully read WNOS)nm - Deb in PA 12:31 Jun 27 (1)
  - that would be *previously* (nt) - Deb in PA 12:32 Jun 27 (0)

Still figuring out math for next year. Singapore's NEM or NSM 1-3 - Is this "doable" in two years? (m) - LisaNY 12:20 Jun 27 (5)

Lisa, perhaps Jenny at the Singapore forum boards could offer you some input. She is a great help. - SusanAR 14:08 Jun 27 (2)
- She just responded and gave me some ideas as to what I might be able to skip. nm - LisaNY 18:30 Jun 27 (0)
- Thanks, Susan! I asked Jenny, but I wanted to hear from other moms as well. :o) nm - LisaNY 14:33 Jun 27 (0)
Will that be six days a week for 24 months? Five days a week for 18 months? 90 mins a day? 45 mins a day? :-) - LH 13:01 Jun 27 (1)
- Whatever it takes at this point (m) - LisaNY 13:25 Jun 27 (0)

If I want to read literary criticisms, how do I start? more inside - unsinkable 11:17 Jun 27 (2)

You need an academic version of Reader's Guide to Periodical Literature - Lisa R in BRD 4:38 Jun 29 (0)
Re: If I want to read literary criticisms, how do I start? more inside - DianeR 5:22 Jun 28 (0)

Spinoff on ? below: Any comparisons of Homeschool Easy Records and Homeschool Tracker for highschool needs? TIA nm - Janet 10:21 Jun 27 (0)

Jan P., CynthiaOK, and others: I posted another MicroChem Kit question below. (nm) - Kareni 10:00 Jun 27 (1)

I responded below. (nt) - Jan P. 15:07 Jun 27 (0)

Thanks Bula Mama and Laurelin CA for your responses about Sonlight.. nt.. - Denise in NE 8:52 Jun 27 (0)

Has anyone used any Power Basics courses for remedial readers? - Grace in GA 8:50 Jun 27 (1)

No experience with the curriculum, but for reading remediation at that age - Claire 11:16 Jun 27 (0)

Chris in VA, did you get Omnibus II yet? If so, can you give us your impressions? TIA - NT - MIch elle 8:17 Jun 27 (4)

What a lovely book--I'm excited about using it with ds for 10th grade Medieval studies. m - CHris in VA 12:46 Jun 27 (3)
- Thanks, Chris... - MIch elle 7:11 Jun 28 (0)
- the plague in "parcel of patterns" in NOT the great plague of the 1300's . . . - kate in seattle 18:21 Jun 27 (1)
  - Oh, thank you-- In my ignorance I thought it took that long for the Plague (the Big one!) to reach England--and I'm teaching High School? hmmm. nt - CHris in VA 7:35 Jun 28 (0)

Poll: Favorite computer-based homeschool record and planner? TIA nm - Janet 6:05 Jun 27 (4)

Homeschool Easy Records (address inside) - Lisa TX 7:54 Jun 27 (1)
- I've also used HER for many years and like it. - Kimm in WA 8:45 Jun 27 (0)
I just did this on the curric board. Link inside - Jean in Wisc 7:14 Jun 27 (0)
Homeschool Tracker! I love their frequent updates which are always free to users. Nothing becomes outdated. nt - Anna 6:24 Jun 27 (0)

Dear friends,please keep my country in your prayers;this Sunday is our election day!! Thank you. nm - Becky in Mexico 5:49 Jun 27 (1)

Yes, I will. Thanks for the reminder...and is election day always on a Sunday? Is that traditional? (nt) - catherine 18:28 Jun 28 (0)

LisaNY - Thanks for your response to my question a few days ago... - Brit 5:28 Jun 27 (1)

You're welcome, and no, not at all! :o) nm - LisaNY 6:16 Jun 27<

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