K-8 Curriculum Board

hsm - classical composition? tell me what you think, likes; dislikes etc. I have seen the samples, I'd like reflections by users, please?nt 9:19 Aug 27 (1)

ooops! reverse that .please? - hsm 9:20 Aug 27 (0)

I have a 2.5 yo dd who wants to learn to read "like my big sisters". Suggestions? She has learned consonant and vowel sounds from Leapfrog DVD's but wants a "book". TIA NT - Jennifer 9:06 Aug 27 (17)

Re: I have a 2.5 yo dd who wants to learn to read "like my big sisters". Suggestions? She has learned consonant and vowel sounds from Leapfrog DVD's but wants a "book". TIA NT - Jennay 15:35 Aug 27 (0)
You may want to check out the Accelerated Learner Board (link inside) - angela in ohio 10:57 Aug 27 (0)
I've used PP with two 3yos now... - abbeyej 9:29 Aug 27 (0)
I bought MCP Plaid Phonics K (1995 or 1998 versions) for my youngest - Debra in CO 9:18 Aug 27 (2)
- I have a copy I didn't use with my oldest! I'll think I'll pull it out and try it (M) - Jennifer 10:23 Aug 27 (1)
  - What I loved about this was it gave him that schoolbook look, as you said - Debra in CO 13:46 Aug 27 (0)
My oldest learned on 100EZ at 4yo. They claim it works with 3yo too. nt - Anna 9:17 Aug 27 (10)
- Btw, now that my girls are teens... - Anna 9:34 Aug 27 (8)
  - I think it really depends on the child. - Ria 10:05 Aug 27 (7)
    - Yes, but you allowed your ds 2 more yrs for play after learning to read 8-). Many feel the need to continue feeding academics and babyhood is then gone. nt - Anna 10:42 Aug 27 (6)
      - Mmm...I've got to respectfully disagree. (m) - Jill, OK in VA 12:32 Aug 27 (3)
        
        Thank you, Jill. You put this beautifully, and it's very much what we've experienced in our household. nt - abbeyej 15:27 Aug 27 (0)
        
        Sorry....this should've been under the original post! And Anna... - Jill, OK in VA 12:35 Aug 27 (1)
        
        Sure you can have both..... - Anna 15:04 Aug 27 (0)
      - Ahhh. I see what you are saying, and I agree. (m) - Ria 10:44 Aug 27 (1)
        
        Sometimes my teens will wistfully think back when life was all play 8-). They have many years ahead to spend in studies. nt - Anna 10:56 Aug 27 (0)
- I used it with several 3-yr old who flew through it! If a child is ready, this book is great. nt - Ria 9:25 Aug 27 (0)

Anyone here use a writing course from both home2teach and write@home that could compare them for me? (nt) - Margaret H 9:02 Aug 27 (1)

My oldest DD is taking classes with Home2Teach.... - AKmommy 17:08 Aug 27 (0)

Does anyone know when the SOTW vol. 4 audio cds will be available? nt - Tracy in Ky 8:51 Aug 27 (2)

Previous STOW CD's usually came out around January after SOTW release however.. - Monique in NJ 9:31 Aug 27 (1)
- Thank you nt - Tracy in Ky 12:06 Aug 27 (0)

Reading -- Out loud or silently??? - Heather 8:13 Aug 27 (9)

Once my boys are solid readers (age 7 so far), I don't have them read aloud to me regularly. I hear them read the Bible aloud, and pieces they're memorizing, and books to the younger boys. I consider that sufficient. (nt) - Colleen 14:10 Aug 27 (0)
Oh heavens, I couldn't keep up... - Cathy in CA--long on advice again. 9:47 Aug 27 (4)
- Even now at 6th & 7th each boy has a read aloud and a reader... - Lori D. 13:18 Aug 27 (1)
  - Oh, POPcorn reading--what a YUMMY idea! Do you use kettle corn? nt - Cathy in CA--in a mood to tease. 22:45 Aug 27 (0)
- Great advice. I love your posts, Cathy. Thanks for taking the time. nt - Jean 11:35 Aug 27 (1)
  - You're welcome! nt - Cathy in CA 22:45 Aug 27 (0)
I think it will vary with each child. - kbm 9:27 Aug 27 (0)
They are two different skills - KPzz 9:27 Aug 27 (0)
both, when they can... - abbeyej 9:22 Aug 27 (0)

a wonderful story book you can use in your music appreciation teachings... - dcd 2:17 Aug 27 (1)

Thanks:-) This sounds fantastic. - CEC 4:45 Aug 27 (0)

question regarding ds taking two years to complete a grade level - SueTx 1:46 Aug 27 (8)

Is your concern about physical or social/emotional maturity? - lovemykids 13:25 Aug 27 (0)
I agree with the other posters - Debra in CO 8:48 Aug 27 (1)
- ITA! My kids' abilities are all over the place... - PattyNJ 10:20 Aug 27 (0)
Re: question regarding ds taking two years to complete a grade level - dcd 2:31 Aug 27 (4)
- Definitely! - GVA 7:49 Aug 27 (0)
- I totally agree -- that's what I've always done: taught each ... - Brenda 2:47 Aug 27 (2)
  - what you said about grammar... - dcd 3:10 Aug 27 (1)
    - LOL -- yep! nt - Brenda 15:34 Aug 27 (0)

My Fathers World ?? - betsy 1:17 Aug 27 (2)

Re: My Fathers World ?? - Julie in MN 1:46 Aug 27 (1)
- There is also the yahoo group that you could join to ask questions... - Donna T. 10:45 Aug 27 (0)

Another piano question - especially for those who teach piano professionally (m) - Sandra in FL 1:15 Aug 27 (11)

Alfred does have a book that teaches by intervals - MIch elle 17:42 Aug 27 (0)
I understand your husband's qualms, I am on sabbatical from teaching the piano and have a piano performance degree (message is long) - Pat H 9:17 Aug 27 (7)
- Re:Pat have you ever used..... - cm 15:03 Aug 27 (2)
  - Here are my observations...... - Pat H 16:47 Aug 27 (1)
    - Re: Thank you for your insightful and educational reply--cm/ nt - cm 22:03 Aug 27 (0)
- We switched to Fabers n Fabers also -m - Kathie in VA 11:54 Aug 27 (0)
- Pat, thank you for taking the time to answer so thoughtfully and thoroughly (m) - Sandra in FL 11:46 Aug 27 (1)
  - Glad to be of assistance.... - Pat H 17:29 Aug 27 (0)
- I was led to Fabers as well... - Renai 11:24 Aug 27 (0)
Here's my experience... - Lisa 8:01 Aug 27 (1)
- Re: Here's my experience... - Candace 15:43 Aug 27 (0)

Timeline CD-Rom from geomatters/Liberty Wiggers - anyone used this? - mom2abcd 1:03 Aug 27 (0)

Timeline Q on spacing the years -m - Kathie in VA 0:17 Aug 27 (0)

Sequential Spelling questions - Kendall 22:54 Aug 26 (2)

I have both sets..... - Claire 2:13 Aug 27 (1)
- Re: I have both sets..... - Kendall 12:44 Aug 27 (0)

At what age do you begin Classical Writing? nt - Lisa in MO 22:25 Aug 26 (2)

2nd-3rd grade or higher.....do a search.... - Pensguys standing in for Lisa in GA 23:10 Aug 26 (1)
- I was not standing in for Lisa in GA....my auto-fill took over. nt - Pensguys 8:59 Aug 27 (0)

Has anyone mashed SOTW-4 with TruthQuest for Youngers? - Patty in WA 21:50 Aug 26 (5)

SOTW 3 is scheduled in TQ's AHYS1, so I'm assuming SOTW 4 is scheduled in AHYS2 and 3. nt - OhElizabeth 9:59 Aug 27 (1)
- Not yet...SOTW 4 came out very recently...nt - Patty in WA 21:16 Aug 27 (0)
Re: Has anyone mashed SOTW-4 with TruthQuest for Youngers? - Holly 9:48 Aug 27 (0)
Mashed? - gigi 4:50 Aug 27 (1)
- LOL! nt - Pensguys 9:18 Aug 27 (0)

Jenny, re: Geography lists...(m) - Regena in KY 20:53 Aug 26 (0)

Saxon Math 2 meeting strip...Can someone email this to me? Thanks! nt - Jean 20:46 Aug 26 (0)

A good resource for nature study/science - Old Mother West Wind 20:44 Aug 26 (2)

Thanks! P.S. We checked out a Thornton Burgess book and now I understand your "name" nt - Nanci in WA 23:43 Aug 26 (0)
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife does this, too. (nt) - Regena in KY 20:46 Aug 26 (0)

I know I need to ask more from my 11 yo DD but I am unsure where to start - Quiver0f10 20:18 Aug 26 (7)

You might want to get a copy of... - marnadoo 18:59 Aug 27 (0)
Jean...... - emmjb 9:35 Aug 27 (0)
Jean... - Ria 20:24 Aug 26 (4)
- Thanks Ria...(more) - Quiver0f10 21:05 Aug 26 (3)
  - I'd do what Heather suggested. - Ria 7:26 Aug 27 (1)
    - Thanks Ria and Heather, I appreciate the help! nt - Quiver0f10 9:20 Aug 27 (0)
  - I'm not Ria but... - Heather in VA 22:05 Aug 26 (0)

Latin centered studies revisited more - KJB at Eielson AFB 20:15 Aug 26 (92)

It's a good thing I don't want to do this, because it certainly wouldn't simplify or streamline my teaching. On the contrary, it would be far too burdensome for me to even undertake. (nt) - Colleen 14:14 Aug 27 (6)
- It's *very* intriguing to me... but I don't know if it's because I'm twistedly drawn to the challenge or because I believe it's for the best, lol! (nt) - Jennifer in FL (formerly in TX) 15:36 Aug 27 (0)
- Maybe that's what intrigues me about Latin-centered--it's challenging and it's not what the PS is doing. m - Lisa B 15:05 Aug 27 (1)
  - a practical note too - a latin background will do wonders for SAT verbal scores! - Anne Marie 15:38 Aug 27 (0)
- Fair enough! Some of us may be apologists for this approach, but I trust we're not crusaders! :) (nt) - Mungo 14:35 Aug 27 (1)
  - or zealots :-) nt - karenciavo 16:12 Aug 27 (0)
- :-) I sat down and read CP a few weeks ago when i stumbled on it at the thrift store-- - Peek a Boo 14:31 Aug 27 (0)
Just like SWB says (not a direct quote but an idea) in the book - Julie in San Diego 12:07 Aug 27 (0)
I'm trying to figure out what "Latin-centered" really means... - Tami 11:07 Aug 27 (0)
Not a huge worry for us...(m) - Mungo 9:59 Aug 27 (59)
- what is CC? nt - Anne Marie 10:33 Aug 27 (4)
  - Me too. nt - Lisa B 12:04 Aug 27 (0)
  - I was wondering that too! nt - Julie in San Diego 11:52 Aug 27 (2)
    - I am guessing it is Classical Composition! NT - Tammy 11:56 Aug 27 (1)
      - Yup! Classical Composition. (nt) - Mungo 12:27 Aug 27 (0)
- My problem with Latin so young... - Tammy 10:29 Aug 27 (53)
  - Stephanie described it well...(m) - Mungo 12:57 Aug 27 (10)
    - Well...now you have to explain... - Tammy 13:38 Aug 27 (8)
      - Intellectual training leading to mental flexibility and precision. (m) - Mungo 14:45 Aug 27 (7)
        
        Ok...Mungo...thank you.... - Tammy 15:07 Aug 27 (6)
        
        You're very welcome! You do know about the LatinClassicalEd list, right? (link inside) - Mungo 15:12 Aug 27 (5)
        
        Ok...you talked me into joining.... - Tammy 15:20 Aug 27 (4)
        
        Ker-Plunk!!! Another mom converted by the zealous Latin crusaders!!!(nt) - Tami 16:31 Aug 27 (3)
        
        LOL nt - karenciavo 17:29 Aug 27 (0)
        
        LOL!!! Welcome to the team! nt - Pensguys 17:01 Aug 27 (1)
        
        Don't we get to "haze" her first or something? ;o) nt - abbeyej 19:39 Aug 27 (0)
    - Said oh so much better than I could have. :-) Which is why *you* wrote the book and I didn't, Mungo! nt - Jami in MO 13:01 Aug 27 (0)
  - I think the conclusion some of us have come to, and you may disagree, is that there is something unique about Latin itself which better forms the mind than other languages (English included). nt - Jami in MO 12:46 Aug 27 (2)
    - I think there are other types of education that do as good a job...(m) - Mungo 15:00 Aug 27 (1)
      - Right. And, as you mentioned above, Latin fulfills a formative, as well as a cultural and practical niche in education. nt - Jami in MO 15:13 Aug 27 (0)
  - The students learn English grammar through the Latin grammar not the other way around... - karenciavo 11:10 Aug 27 (15)
    - Re: The students learn English grammar through the Latin grammar not the other way around... - Stephanie in Texas 11:52 Aug 27 (14)
      - I never said it was too hard.... - Tammy 12:03 Aug 27 (13)
        
        Sorry for misunderstanding you on that point (m) - Stephanie in Texas 15:48 Aug 27 (9)
        
        Ok....my other question.... - Tammy 17:00 Aug 27 (8)
        
        Re: Ok....my other question.... - dcd 21:14 Aug 27 (1)
        
        I agree... - abbeyej 23:32 Aug 27 (0)
        
        Oh, I don't know... but since nobody else is answering, here's my stab at it... - Debra in CO 20:13 Aug 27 (2)
        
        I see now... - Tammy 20:39 Aug 27 (0)
        
        LOL - figured if I typed up an answer with a subject like that, someone else would post a reply before I finished! nt - Debra in CO 20:14 Aug 27 (0)
        
        Ah! Well, you've uncovered my secret (m) - Stephanie in Texas 19:59 Aug 27 (2)
        
        Wow.... - Tammy 20:34 Aug 27 (1)
        
        You're quite welcome (m) - Stephanie in Texas 22:37 Aug 27 (0)
        
        The argument Memoria Press makes is that it is better to learn english grammar outside of the english language - karenciavo 12:29 Aug 27 (1)
        
        That should be "OR" anything. nt - karenciavo 12:30 Aug 27 (0)
        
        Re: I never said it was too hard.... - Debra in CO 12:20 Aug 27 (0)
  - Also I want to make myself clear.... - Tammy 10:48 Aug 27 (0)
  - Not an answer but wanted to comment.....m - Pensguys 10:40 Aug 27 (4)
    - Well...are you learning Latin along with your kids.... - Tammy 10:47 Aug 27 (3)
      - Yes and no... - Pensguys 11:03 Aug 27 (2)
        
        I agree (m) - Stephanie in Texas 11:25 Aug 27 (1)
        
        My experience is Stephanie's... - Susan in SoCal 12:51 Aug 27 (0)
  - one point here (while latin not same as spoken lang, this still applies I think) being a languages teacher myself (in a former life) the brain is wired for language learning in the first 8-10 years of life - after that our capacity/ease for lang learning plummets - so I would prefer to take advantage of that capacity early on (nt) - Anne Marie 10:37 Aug 27 (16)
    - Actually, recent research shows just the opposite... - Renai 11:33 Aug 27 (6)
      - my bilingual nephew... - dcd 16:10 Aug 27 (0)
      - I tend to agree with Anne Marie. My 9 y/o has an incredible memory. There's no way I could remember what she does. She memorizes one page monologues in less that 30 min. I think she's more than ready for Latin. nt - Lisa B 11:55 Aug 27 (4)
        
        I started studying bi/multilingualism after I became bilingual at the age of 26... - Renai 12:30 Aug 27 (3)
        
        I would love to see this research (as above - lang teacher in a former life, so I am not up to date on everything :) one other thing though - would be curious if your research disagrees (m) - Anne Marie 15:53 Aug 27 (0)
        
        Where would you suggest one begin reading up on this new research? (m) - Renai 15:32 Aug 27 (1)
        
        Er, sorry! Not trying to impersonate you! I meant to put your name in the subject line! ::blush:: (nt) - Mungo 15:33 Aug 27 (0)
    - Yes! I have a harder time learning and pronouncing the Latin and Spanish than my 8yo does! It's humbling. : ) ...nt - Tami 10:59 Aug 27 (1)
      - DEFINITELY! Ds learned his vocab this week after listening twice....I STILL have to ask him what "intro" is! LOL nt - Pensguys 11:04 Aug 27 (0)
    - I realize that..... - Tammy 10:45 Aug 27 (6)
      - yes--somewhat way back they did teach Latin in HS... but way, way, way back (before the explosion of PS) Latin was taught at the grammar level...(more) - dcd 11:12 Aug 27 (4)
        
        Actually, there is a lady at my church (50ish) who is so thankful that she took it in junior high. NT - Julie in San Diego 12:00 Aug 27 (0)
        
        When exactly is way, way, way, back? NT - Tammy 11:36 Aug 27 (2)
        
        At least as far back as the 17th century. (m) - Mungo 12:36 Aug 27 (1)
        
        yes--that's what i meant by way, way way back... not during a time when even our great, great, great grandparents went to school... (nt) - dcd 15:58 Aug 27 (0)
      - I read an interesting tidbit in Joy Hakims's Making of the Thirteen Colonies today... - Tami 10:55 Aug 27 (0)
Do/have/will you all first complete phonics instruction, then proceed with Latin plans? and how does SWR fit in here (Pensguys) since that is lots of derivatives etc (atleast I think it is) This is fascinating discussion to me! nt - Anne Marie 1:42 Aug 27 (6)
- I'm not a SWR person, but yes, we start Latin after my kids can read well independently. nt - abbeyej 9:09 Aug 27 (3)
  - That's how we've done it, too. (nt) - Mungo 9:28 Aug 27 (2)
    - And that's the plan here. Solid reading, then adding Latin. nt - Jami in MO 10:19 Aug 27 (1)
      - Thats what we did too!nt - Mama Owl 18:36 Aug 27 (0)
- I am focusing on phonics first - Debra in CO 8:57 Aug 27 (1)
  - My older ds is technically way past phonics although we still do SWR..... - Pensguys 9:08 Aug 27 (0)
I have been reading CP and love the idea of becoming "experts" in a few things (Latin, Greek, etc) - Nanci in WA 23:36 Aug 26 (0)
Another comment.....I love grammar.....I have ALWAYS loved grammar..... - Pensguys 23:26 Aug 26 (5)
- no--one of my closest friends and i both love grammar... (more) - dcd 1:31 Aug 27 (4)
  - Good!!! I may not write correctly myself all the time but I think I should have been an editor! LOL nt - Pensguys 9:00 Aug 27 (3)
    - if you lived in Central Calif., we could be three peas in a pod! here is something my friend and i are putting together: - dcd 10:29 Aug 27 (2)
      - Sniff, sniff....I would LOVE to do this....but I'm in GA!!!! I wish we had some moms here to do this. nt - Pensguys 10:38 Aug 27 (1)
        
        oh! we have to find you a couple of peas to be in a pod with you... (more) - dcd 16:02 Aug 27 (0)
Re: Latin centered studies revisited more - Peela 22:45 Aug 26 (1)
- This is what we're doing. - CJ in WI 9:28 Aug 27 (0)
Thank you for bringing this up again (m) - Alex 22:38 Aug 26 (0)
The responses so far are great and I'll say, ditto, to them, but I did want to add one thing. m - Jami in MO 21:55 Aug 26 (0)
Re: Latin centered studies revisited more - Nicola 21:48 Aug 26 (0)
On the one hand, I think it's a good question, and on the other, it's not one I worry about at all... - abbeyej 21:36 Aug 26 (1)
- Yep, again, I agree with Abbeyej....I figure I'll at LEAST do better than the ps here. (m) - Pensguys 23:19 Aug 26 (0)
I'm making this move this year, but I have a lot of the same concerns. Here is where I think I am finding my balance: - Patty in WA 21:24 Aug 26 (0)
I don't know yet! m - Debra in CO 21:08 Aug 26 (0)

Powerglide......I need you opinions..........My dd (8th grade) would like to take French or Spanish - Amber 20:06 Aug 26 (6)

We have PG Spanish... - Anna 9:52 Aug 27 (2)
- I thought of this later on... - Anna 18:00 Aug 27 (0)
- Adult version, that is. nt - Anna 9:52 Aug 27 (0)
Try another program unless you got this one for free. nt. - Vanna 0:52 Aug 27 (0)
I would not recommend Powerglide. - Ria 20:30 Aug 26 (1)
- I agree. And we've used both the children's and adult courses. (nt) - Regena in KY 20:37 Aug 26 (0)

anyone out there use/like Kids Discover magazine? (nt) - 3Kiddeos 19:38 Aug 26 (5)

They're a great resource... (m) - juliew 11:50 Aug 27 (0)
My kids love it. In fact, my 8yo "hijacks" it as soon as it comes in the mail. nt - Tamy 0:10 Aug 27 (0)
My kids (8 and 11) love it. nt - Lucy 20:12 Aug 26 (0)
My kids have always enjoyed it---especially my oldest, who usually grabs it right away and starts reading it! nt - Michelle in MO 20:01 Aug 26 (0)
we won't renew - - it just does't grab my kids (only the 'mummy' issue did, lol) but they are only 5 and 7 nft - katilac 19:51 Aug 26 (0)

Pensguys ? (sm) - Des 19:10 Aug 26 (1)

I use it ALL! :) (m) - Pensguys 23:34 Aug 26 (0)

Where is the best place to buy SOTW on CD? - Pammy 19:01 Aug 26 (1)

Opentexture.com is one option, nt - Laurie 22:07 Aug 26 (0)

Saxon Math 2 or MCP Math? - Sandy of 3 18:45 Aug 26 (4)

We've used MCP for K-4 - SheilaZ 22:27 Aug 26 (0)
Re: Saxon Math 2 or MCP Math? - Lucy 19:12 Aug 26 (0)
Re: Saxon Math 2 or MCP Math? - 3Kiddeos 19:12 Aug 26 (0)
I know nothing about Saxon, but I've used MCP K and like it. If I wasn't using Rod & Staff for my core math, I'd use MCP. I have a 3rd grader. nt - StacyTea 19:10 Aug 26 (0)

Any Sonlight History users out there? - Sandy of 3 18:44 Aug 26 (7)

Yes, we love Sonlight and will soon be embarking upon our fourth Core...(m) - Colleen 13:49 Aug 27 (1)
- Well, since you asked.... - Yevrah 21:37 Aug 27 (0)
Piggyback : Great wedbsite for all levels of Sonlight History......... - Ellen 10:13 Aug 27 (0)
We'll be starting SL2 - Debra in CO 9:02 Aug 27 (0)
We are doing core 3+4 this year with 10yo dd and will be starting Monday... - Dana in OR 4:17 Aug 27 (0)
We are finishing up week 2 of SL Core 3+4. (m) - Yvette S. 20:14 Aug 26 (1)
- loved most of the readers/read-alouds for SL 3-4; didn't really follow their schedule... - Lori D. 1:25 Aug 27 (0)

Help..... Saxon 5/4 and MUS question. - Noel 18:38 Aug 26 (3)

I think your DD (sm) - Des 19:12 Aug 26 (1)
- Thank you. Just what I was hoping to hear. - Noel 23:06 Aug 26 (0)
I'm not sure what you mean by MUS 4th grade book - Sue in WA 18:50 Aug 26 (0)

HELP!! Music Appreciation class sos.... - Candace 18:16 Aug 26 (9)

Re: HELP!! Music Appreciation class sos.... - Candace 15:49 Aug 27 (0)
"Handel: Who Knew What He Liked." i posted this above, but thought i should post here, too... - dcd 10:34 Aug 27 (0)
This might help...link only inside... - Lisa in GA 8:56 Aug 27 (0)
How about the Classical Kids series of Beethoven's Wig followed by some games.(nt) - Tami 20:18 Aug 26 (1)
- ---should read "or Beethoven's Wig!"(nt) - Tami 20:30 Aug 26 (0)
You could always do a unit on the instruments of the orchestra (m) - Julia in WV 19:07 Aug 26 (3)
- Re: You could always do a unit on the instruments of the orchestra (m) - Candace 19:19 Aug 26 (2)
  - Our co-op did this, too - Julie in MN 2:00 Aug 27 (1)
    - Julie....about Peter & the Wolf.... - Pensguys 9:17 Aug 27 (0)

Ria... I know you're busy, but will you be posting your History schedule soon? - Monique in NJ 17:55 Aug 26 (2)

Answer... - Ria 18:27 Aug 26 (1)
- You've got mail! nt - Monique in NJ 20:36 Aug 26 (0)

Phonics ?: I am perplexed! I have SWR, Reading Reflex, Riggs, Phonics Pathways, and Abeka Handbook for Reading. - Pammy 17:48 Aug 26 (3)

Agreeing here. We used the Handbook with Spalding flashcards, and it worked great!(nt) - Tami 11:40 Aug 27 (0)
Both your favorite and your dd's favorite are my top picks. They're both great choices. (m) - StacyTea 19:17 Aug 26 (1)
- Yup. That's exactly what I did/do too, lol! nt - Peek a Boo 23:47 Aug 26 (0)

Before I try, has anyone coordinated Kingfisher History Encyl. with Tapesty of Grace (year 2 esp.)? - Pammy 17:45 Aug 26 (1)

Nevermind.. I figured it out. nt - Pammy 18:47 Aug 26 (0)

OhElizzzzaaaabbeeetttthhhh!!!! Question for you about my 1st grade BOY! m - Pensguys 16:17 Aug 26 (12)

This is one of the reasons (though there are others) I would *never* recommend this program to anyone. (nt) - Colleen 13:43 Aug 27 (1)
- But Colleen....I've got to disagree....my older ds.... - Penguys 16:02 Aug 27 (0)
Definitely in the same boat with my almost 6 yo ds . . . - Laurie 22:22 Aug 26 (0)
Re: OhElizzzzaaaabbeeetttthhhh!!!! Question for you about my 1st grade BOY! m - Candace 19:09 Aug 26 (0)
Here I am!!!!!! :) - OhElizabeth 17:00 Aug 26 (7)
- We did some of the large motor last year ..... - Pensguys 17:13 Aug 26 (6)
  - big paper and some thoughts... - TaraHen 23:06 Aug 26 (1)
    - Thanks, TaraHen....I'm still contemplating.... - Pensguys 9:24 Aug 27 (0)
  - Bend his arm? Splints? (m) - OhElizabeth 17:39 Aug 26 (3)
    - More comments..... - Pensguys 10:02 Aug 27 (1)
      - Ok, I'm not laughing any more... But is his arm bent or bending? (m) - OhElizabeth 10:26 Aug 27 (0)
    - I gotta run now, but wanted to tell you to stop laughing at me! LOL m - Pensguys 17:45 Aug 26 (0)

Any opinions on books by Caroline Snedeker? - MichelleM 16:15 Aug 26 (1)

We read Theras and His Town recently and ds really enjoyed it -- but it may be too "young" for yours... (m) - abbeyej 16:54 Aug 26 (0)

Handwriting programs? - Des 16:06 Aug 26 (2)

I just bought Penny Gardener's 'Italics, Beautiful Handwriting for Children' m - Peela 22:53 Aug 26 (0)
I've always heard that Handwriting Without Tears is great for poor handwriters. nt - StacyTea 19:13 Aug 26 (0)

form for animal observation? - Staceyin FL 15:51 Aug 26 (1)

If you have TWTM, you can print out the suggested animal observation questions as a worksheet. (nt) - Tami 20:21 Aug 26 (0)

Writing Programs? - Des 15:42 Aug 26 (3)

Have you looked at Wordsmith? (m) - DorothyA 9:26 Aug 27 (0)
Forgot to mention i'm also thinking of Writing Strands nt - Des 15:43 Aug 26 (1)
- We've always used Writing Strands, and while I don't love it, it's been a good fit for my son. (nt) - Regena in KY 20:07 Aug 26 (0)

trouble using Phonics Pathways - 3Kiddeos 15:26 Aug 26 (2)

It sounds like she maybe a visual learner m - Stacy in NJ 8:54 Aug 27 (0)
My dd learns best if you put it in a song (m) - Susan in MO 15:58 Aug 26 (0)

Another question...does anyone use Shurley Grammar? Compare to R & S please...nt - Babs 15:13 Aug 26 (2)

I agree with GVA but would like to add a few things (m) - mom2fourboys 22:20 Aug 26 (0)
They're VERY different... - GVA 20:55 Aug 26 (0)

Could anyone compare Phonics Zoo (Veritas Press) and SWR for me? nt - Babs 15:13 Aug 26 (7)

Re: Could anyone compare Phonics Zoo (Veritas Press) and SWR for me? nt - OhElizabeth 17:15 Aug 26 (6)
- SWR: This may have been discussed before but what if they already know how to read and you want to work on spelling... - Sue 20:50 Aug 26 (5)
  - WCSue....no it isn't too basic for your 8yo..... - Pensguys 10:16 Aug 27 (3)
    - And his spelling too. nt - Pensguys 10:17 Aug 27 (2)
      - Thanks Pensguys, I will have an opp to attend a SWR seminar in a few months.... - WC Sue 11:06 Aug 27 (1)
        
        Oh, YES! Many learn to do this without a seminar, but *I* and a visual learner...helped me IMMENSELY. nt - Pensguys 18:42 Aug 27 (0)
  - I am changing to West Coast Sue since there are several Sues around! nm - West coast Sue 20:54 Aug 26 (0)

Any recommendations on software that drills kids on multiplications facts? Would like it to have timed drills. nt - at home in texas 14:14 Aug 26 (2)

We like Quarter Mile Math. nt - Heather in VA 14:38 Aug 26 (1)
- Ditto :-) nt - Peek a Boo 23:50 Aug 26 (0)

Learning to Read and Autism? - Billie 14:09 Aug 26 (2)

Hooked on Phonics! more - Laurie in SEA 19:04 Aug 26 (0)
I have an autisitc dd... - Holly IN 14:52 Aug 26 (0)

Math question for K-4.5 - Heather 14:00 Aug 26 (2)

Re: Math question for K-4.5 - Chris in VA 14:57 Aug 26 (1)
- I'd say "ditto" to Chris's response. Sometimes little minds need time to develop. nt - Vanna 0:57 Aug 27 (0)

For those who have dc in Logic/Rhetoric stage- - What do you wish you would have done differently in late elementary years? more - RT 13:51 Aug 26 (7)

I would have relaxed a bit earlier... - Jen 15:06 Aug 26 (1)
- Definitely keeping on with the read- alouds. more - RT 20:17 Aug 26 (0)
A suggestion.... - Ria 13:59 Aug 26 (4)
- TYVM!!!! nt - RT 20:15 Aug 26 (0)
- Oh excellent idea Ria - I already have Writer's Express so that will be perfect!!!nt - Heather in VA 16:06 Aug 26 (2)
  - Is this the Great Source grade 3 Writer's Express, or something different? TIA nt - Lori D. 1:32 Aug 27 (1)
    - Not sure....here's a link - Ria 7:31 Aug 27 (0)

Any suggestions for a music appreciation study for kindergarten age? nt - MomTo2 13:42 Aug 26 (10)

We are using the Classical Kids cds in the car for our 5 yo. nt - KarenNC 9:52 Aug 27 (0)
Melody Lane by Calvert. nt - Cindyg 22:38 Aug 26 (0)
Melody Lane . . . - Laurie 22:28 Aug 26 (0)
Check out Pfeiffer House Music ... - Kathy in Boise 16:36 Aug 26 (5)
- Kathy or anyone - do the lessons need to be done in the order they are listed (m) - Rebecca S 8:34 Aug 27 (1)
  - Doesn't look necessary to do the lessons in order . nt - Kathy in Boise 11:23 Aug 27 (0)
- I second this .. we have really enjoyed it. nt - Ellen 23:47 Aug 26 (0)
- Can you tell me more about this? - Debra in CO 19:48 Aug 26 (1)
  - More info on K & 1st Grade - Kathy in Boise 21:39 Aug 26 (0)
For that age, here's what I'd do: - Old Mother West Wind 15:21 Aug 26 (0)

teaching 7th and 8th graders how to study the Bible... any recommedations? - 6 meadows 13:18 Aug 26 (10)

You can also use the In & Out studies from Kay Arthur - Elaine in PA 23:21 Aug 26 (0)
How To Study The Bible For Yourself - by Tim LaHaye - Jeanne in CA 18:43 Aug 26 (0)
"Living By the Book" by Howard and William Hendricks. Kay Arthur's "Discover for Yourself" series might be too "young" for them, but still worth a look. nt - FlockOfSillies (fka Brenda FOS) 15:56 Aug 26 (3)
- i was thinking the same thing about the Kay Arthur series, I will look at the other mentioned. thank you . nt - 6 meadows 17:07 Aug 26 (2)
  - Kay Arthur has a few inductive studies for teens (more). - Patti in VA 20:05 Aug 26 (1)
    - Oops, the link didn't work - Patti in VA 20:06 Aug 26 (0)
Major help for you . . . - strider 15:56 Aug 26 (1)
- oooo I can't wait to get some mail! thanks nt - 6 meadows 17:47 Aug 26 (0)
Re: teaching 7th and 8th graders how to study the Bible... any recommedations? - Heather 14:06 Aug 26 (1)
- thank you.. - 6 meadows 15:56 Aug 26 (0)

Where could I print out a book report sheet for an 8 yo? Thanks. nt - farmgirl 13:08 Aug 26 (5)

Tanglewood has one on their 5th grade lesson plan page. nt - Donna A. 1:16 Aug 27 (0)
Hewitt Homeschooling has "My First Report" books... - Ellen 16:35 Aug 26 (0)
Try Highland Heritage (link inside) - StacyTea 14:44 Aug 26 (0)
Love to Learn has many by grade level- link inside nt - RT 13:17 Aug 26 (1)
- Thanks so much! What about a report form for animals? nt - farmgirl 13:35 Aug 26 (0)

Please share with me programs or ideas for teaching american sign language to eager 4 & 6 yos nt... - Katrina in VT 13:08 Aug 26 (6)

"We Sign" video series. nt - Donna A. 1:16 Aug 27 (0)
My children (5&3yo) have enjoyed the Signing Time videos... - ellen 15:47 Aug 26 (3)
- I have resisted getting these, but my library has them now - Debra in CO 9:13 Aug 27 (0)
- Trying to post the link again... - ellen 15:48 Aug 26 (1)
  - www.mom4life.com - this site has the Signing Time videos at the cheapest set price I've seen...nt - Tabitha 18:13 Aug 26 (0)
My little ones liked Signs for His Glory from Timberdoodle. nt - Wendy 14:04 Aug 26 (0)

How do you handle written narrations for long books.. - Heather in VA 13:06 Aug 26 (1)

I just had my son write on a "part" of what he read. . . . - LH 20:31 Aug 26 (0)

I am very sorry to ask another SWR question!... - M& M in NH 12:51 Aug 26 (1)

I'm using it w/ my 5yo boy! - lea 14:45 Aug 26 (0)

First Fifty Stories or Aesop for Children? (more) - Heather in VA 12:17 Aug 26 (4)

Do you mean Fifty Famous Stories? (I use both, that and Aesop!) nt - Old Mother West Wind 15:22 Aug 26 (2)
- My kids love Fifty Famous Stories!! nt - Elizabeth B. in NC 17:20 Aug 26 (0)
- Ugh - yes that's what I meant. Sorry and thanks for the input!! nt - Heather in VA 15:48 Aug 26 (0)
I have my 5th & 3rd graders read Aesop for Children aloud to my 1st grader! - lea 14:50 Aug 26 (0)

CW users, I have the workbook and no TM, (bought the old version weeks before wb's came out!) How do you schedule the workbook!(m) - CarrieB in NC 12:07 Aug 26 (4)

Thanks, I was hoping to pull everything together with the core book, so it wasn't a wasted purchase. Oh, well--cha ching! nt - CarrieB in NC 16:26 Aug 26 (1)
- The Core book isn't a wasted purchase. - Carolyn in MN 17:44 Aug 26 (0)
Carrie, I would highly recommend getting the Instructor's Guide. Reason inside. - Sumi 14:28 Aug 26 (1)
- I agree. nt - Pensguys 16:05 Aug 26 (0)

OK, I'm not waiting for the boys to be ready... I want to learn Latin for MYSELF!! What would ya'll suggest? - Donna T. 12:03 Aug 26 (12)

Just how much Latin do you want to learn? - Désirée 7:29 Aug 27 (0)
Latin For Children followed by Henle.(nt) - Tami 20:14 Aug 26 (0)
Latin for Children. nt - Needleroozer 13:36 Aug 26 (0)
Henle. nt - Laura in CT 12:37 Aug 26 (0)
Latin for Children or Henle nt - Michele in MN 12:33 Aug 26 (0)
Re: OK, I'm not waiting for the boys to be ready... I want to learn Latin for MYSELF!! What would ya'll suggest? - Julie in Austin 12:24 Aug 26 (6)
- I'm intimidated by Henle!! I think I'll order Latina Christiana I. Is this all I need??? - Donna T. 14:03 Aug 26 (4)
  - You need flashcards. - Carolyn in MN 18:40 Aug 26 (0)
  - Oh, and the trouble with LC for adults... - Laura in CT 17:06 Aug 26 (1)
    - Re: Oh, and the trouble with LC for adults... - Julie in Austin 19:38 Aug 26 (0)
  - My opinion: Flash cards are really, really helpful... - Laura in CT 17:03 Aug 26 (0)
- Yes, that's what I was thinking... - Donna T. 13:54 Aug 26 (0)

The Grammar of Spelling--Has anyone used this? Your thoughts on the program please. nt - Lisa B 11:59 Aug 26 (1)

I was just coming on-line to ask this same question! :) Also, (piggybacking) can anyone compare this to Spelling Workout? - Heather in WI 16:29 Aug 27 (0)

Can anyone recommend a good English history resource? - Cynthia 11:39 Aug 26 (4)

If you have Family Pass (formerly Mentura) - Paula H 12:42 Aug 26 (1)
- I have this and love it... - Brit 14:42 Aug 26 (0)
Sure. Our Island Story by HE Marshall at www.mainlesson.com(nt) - Tami 12:12 Aug 26 (1)
- I second this! nt - Old Mother West Wind 15:23 Aug 26 (0)

Question re: Explode the Code for those that have use it... - Lisa in GA 10:42 Aug 26 (3)

Re: How about just using Bk 1 for what he needs (m) - Ann in WA 11:12 Aug 26 (0)
If he already knows short vowels and is reading short vowel words (m) - Anne Marie 10:53 Aug 26 (0)
used...hate it when that happens! nt - Lisa in GA 10:43 Aug 26 (0)

Beth in TN: re your dd & writing woes...M - Taz & Storm's Mom 10:34 Aug 26 (1)

I'll take a look and let you know. (m) - Beth in TN 11:22 Aug 26 (0)

Would ETC be a good idea to use with OPG, or would that be too much for a 5 yo? nt - MomTo2 10:08 Aug 26 (1)

If the child *likes* and *wants* workbooks, I would add it. If they don't care for workbooks, skip them. - abbeyej 10:36 Aug 26 (0)

Ria, did you say you read aloud from Abeka science text for your students to learn note-taking? Do you prefer Abeka or BJU science texts for this? nt - Karen 10:05 Aug 26 (5)

No. (m) - Ria 10:11 Aug 26 (4)
- Ria, thanks for clarifying all this for me. I think I'll just read aloud from science books from library to dc in grammar stage, and wait to do hands-on & note-taking science in middle school! nm - Karen 10:17 Aug 26 (3)
  - That sounds like a good plan. (m) - Ria 10:21 Aug 26 (2)
    - Ria, We did the note taking thing today from My ds' Harcourt Science book - mama Owl 13:29 Aug 26 (0)
    - Thank you Science Queen! nm - Karen 10:37 Aug 26 (0)

Any read-aloud suggestions for ancient Greece, grammar stage with a 7yo who will sit and listen to good literature for long periods? TIA nt - Jean 9:49 Aug 26 (5)

The Trojan Horse: How the Greeks Won the War, by Emily Little... This is a Step into Reading book. ...nt - Paula S. 16:19 Aug 26 (0)
Search for the author Ian Serraillier. He's written several, and they're big hits with my seven year old... - Dee in MI 12:40 Aug 26 (0)
The Librarian Who Measured the Earth by Lasky... - Lori D. 12:21 Aug 26 (0)
Black Ships Before Troy by Rosemary Sutcliff. nt - LCGal 10:08 Aug 26 (0)
Roger Lancelyn Green's Fall of Troy, Padraic Colum's books on Jason and Odysseus, D'Aulaire's Greek Myths (nt) - Carolyn in MN 9:59 Aug 26 (0)

Our Schedule-Does this look about right? - Denise 9:46 Aug 26 (11)

well, there's a big difference between 3rd and 7th grades - - this looks - katilac 19:49 Aug 26 (0)
Your schedule is similar to mine. - Maxine in WA 12:53 Aug 26 (4)
- Please e-mail me your schedule. nt - Denise 18:51 Aug 26 (1)
  - I sent you email. Keep in mind... - Maxine in WA 19:09 Aug 26 (0)
- Maxine, I'd love to see a sample week of your schedule, please! nm - EchoMom 15:52 Aug 26 (1)
  - I sent you email. nt - Maxine in WA 16:00 Aug 26 (0)
We do 3R's first... - Tami 12:17 Aug 26 (1)
- Ditto! nt - StacyTea 19:22 Aug 26 (0)
I found putting a time on every single little thing WAY too overwhelming... - summertime 11:12 Aug 26 (1)
- I agree! If my ds gets whiny and wiggly, I take that as a cue that we need to wrap things up. (m) - StacyTea 19:28 Aug 26 (0)
Are you sure you can ... - Yvette S. 10:34 Aug 26 (0)

Q: Anyone here subscribe to Ed-helper?? Is it worth it?? - blatylcas 9:27 Aug 26 (0)

Q: Anyone here subscribe to Ed-helper?? Is it worth it?? - blatylcas 9:26 Aug 26 (4)

Re: Q: Anyone here subscribe to Ed-helper?? Is it worth it?? - Carla Burdette 16:00 Aug 26 (0)
I did but I won't be renewing.... - Pensguys 11:45 Aug 26 (0)
Re: Q: Anyone here subscribe to Ed-helper?? Is it worth it?? - Pam 9:46 Aug 26 (0)
I'm a subscriber. - kbm 9:39 Aug 26 (0)

We just started Astronomy this week and now my dc want a telescope (m) - Mom2jrcsc 9:15 Aug 26 (1)

Here is a thread from the general board... - Lisa in TN 13:35 Aug 26 (0)

I found a wonderul resource to teach some computer skills: - Michelle in VA 8:55 Aug 26 (1)

This is wonderful! Thanks for passing it along!nt - Kim in FL 9:47 Aug 27 (0)

Will you share your schedule for Latin? - April_in_VA 8:54 Aug 26 (1)

Mine is about 2 pages down on here - response to Des "Pensguys I have a question for you" nt - Debra in CO 8:58 Aug 26 (0)

Calvert Spelling CD's for 3rd and 7th (m) - Gita 8:51 Aug 26 (3)

Thanks ladies for your help! (nt) - Gita 0:13 Aug 28 (0)
Well no the CD doesn't give rules ...m - Tracy 18:49 Aug 26 (1)
- I dont think 4th has the rules either. I'll have to look closer at mine. - mama Owl 7:15 Aug 27 (0)

Mosdos Press Literature program....any reviews? strong academically? TIA (nt) - Margaret H 8:38 Aug 26 (2)

My scanty use of it causes me to give it a thumbs up (m) - CynthiaOK 12:04 Aug 26 (1)
- I agree completely! We are also using the Pearl level... - Deece in MN 15:22 Aug 26 (0)

Has anyone used the Basic Cozy Grammar or Punctuation DVD courses? - Mary Kay in Ohio 8:21 Aug 26 (3)

Thanks for the input! I ordered it. - Mary Kay in Ohio 8:27 Aug 27 (0)
We are using it. My dd thoroughly enjoys it. - Hollyk3799@aol.com 10:19 Aug 26 (0)
Re: Has anyone used the Basic Cozy Grammar or Punctuation DVD courses? - Maury 9:05 Aug 26 (0)

Saxon 2 Fact Sheets-Help-I can't find these in my kit. Are these found in the teaching text? thanks a lot! nm - Karen3 8:20 Aug 26 (2)

Saxon 2 Fact Sheets - family4god 9:13 Aug 26 (1)
- Oh-I found them-thanks for the info & offer! - Karen3 10:02 Aug 26 (0)

One Year Course in Creative Writing for 8th and 10th graders...need help...m - Sandra 7:32 Aug 26 (12)

I would also check out _Sentence Composing for Middle School_ ; another excellent, inexpensive resource - Cris in NY 9:17 Aug 26 (6)
- Where to purchase? nt - Tammy 10:18 Aug 26 (2)
  - Amazon carries it. It's by Don Killgallon nt - Michele in MN 12:35 Aug 26 (1)
    - Thanks, Michele! NT - Tammy 13:22 Aug 26 (0)
- We're using this now. My writing-phobic ds loves it and is retaining a lot. nt - JamieB 9:56 Aug 26 (0)
- I highly second this book (m) - CEC 9:46 Aug 26 (1)
  - I have a question please, do you just use this as their composition ... - Gloria 17:46 Aug 26 (0)
TAke a look at Writing for 100 Days. nt - Christina in ME 8:53 Aug 26 (1)
- Yes! Yes! - KPzz 9:09 Aug 26 (0)
I was thinking of Write Shop for you but maybe too much $..How about Brave Writer??? - Mama Owl 7:47 Aug 26 (2)
- We just strating using Write Shop, and LOVE this program! nt - Cris in NY 8:49 Aug 26 (0)
- thanks i'll check it out!sa - Sandra 7:51 Aug 26 (0)

Question #3: Can you help with a fun read aloud list for my year? (Already-read and some ideas inside)... - Jelly Bean 7:23 Aug 26 (11)

The 1000 Good Books website (site address inside). Also, some of our personal favorites... - Lori D. 11:26 Aug 26 (0)
Try Esme.com and Esme's book 'How to get your child to love Reading' which is excellent for reading suggestions! I got sick of checking it out of the library and finally bought it last year! nt - StacyTea 11:11 Aug 26 (1)
- Oops! It's PlanetEsme.com :-) nt - StacyTea 11:12 Aug 26 (0)
For Read Aloud Suggestions, I like these resources... - claire up north 10:55 Aug 26 (0)
Not to be a broken record, but try the Read Aloud Handbook. m - LCGal 10:13 Aug 26 (0)
Just in case you haven't checked out AmblesideOnlines free Literature/Free Reading lists for year 1 and 2... - Tami 9:11 Aug 26 (0)
Check out Sonlight's lists and Tanglewood (m) - Lil 7:49 Aug 26 (0)
What year of history for you? nt - MS 7:27 Aug 26 (3)
- Just a few of our favorites - MS 8:10 Aug 26 (1)
  - Oh, gosh, thank you- I should have said I already have the AG for my history list! I am sorry! - Jelly Bean, not awake yet!! 8:32 Aug 26 (0)
- Year 2- SOTW 2. nt - Jelly Bean 7:28 Aug 26 (0)

Question #2: I love Spelling Power, but do you ever make up your own lists of words for them.... - Jelly Bean 7:16 Aug 26 (2)

I think I remember that SP suggests you add in your own "frequently used words" - Michele T. in WA 10:18 Aug 26 (1)
- I agree w/ your last sentence, lol! - Peek a Boo 14:18 Aug 26 (0)

A few questions as I transition to our grade levels: #1 Timeline question... - Jelly Bean 7:07 Aug 26 (6)

Mom's timeline vs. Student's timeline - KPzz 9:16 Aug 26 (3)
- This is similar to what I want dd to do (5th-ancients) -m - Kathie in VA 13:41 Aug 26 (2)
  - I use different spacing - KPzz 20:40 Aug 27 (0)
  - Recommend you NOT keep the spacing the same - MS 16:52 Aug 27 (0)
The timelines aren't extremely detailed at this age so... - Bones (aka Ruth) 9:15 Aug 26 (0)
Your dc are a little young to truly benefit from a timeline - Abby 7:30 Aug 26 (0)

For a friend, what can you tell me about Shurley in general? - Rebecca S 6:20 Aug 26 (4)

I'll summarize for me... - GVA 9:16 Aug 26 (3)
- Thanks Gail (nm) - Rebecca S 8:39 Aug 27 (0)
- a couple of more questions - Jenileigh 11:04 Aug 26 (1)
  - Well... - GVA 12:06 Aug 26 (0)

My kindergartener ds wants to do science.....can someone help ....m - Julieofsardis 1:29 Aug 26 (7)

Thanks for the suggestions....nt - Julieofsardis 19:57 Aug 26 (0)
When my ds was in kindergarten, we used Complete Book of Science (Grades 1-2). Best $7 I ever spent (got it at Sam's)!(nt) - Wendi 10:57 Aug 26 (1)
- ITA! I am using this for my second grader this year (sm) - MelissaM 12:04 Aug 26 (0)
Check your library for Janice Van Cleave's books... - Tami 7:35 Aug 26 (1)
- good books to get and also try dong some nature study and you can probablt find... - momofboys 7:49 Aug 26 (0)
Yes! Here's a link to a great science book for the littlest scientists... - Kay in IN 4:31 Aug 26 (1)
- My girls loved the experiments... - Wendy 14:07 Aug 26 (0)

More questions about narration... - Angelia in So. Cal. 1:20 Aug 26 (2)

Re: More questions about narration... - Peela 9:01 Aug 26 (0)
interested in your replys and what I noticed was... - Corby 2:02 Aug 26 (0)

I'm interested in learning more about Evan Moor products. What are some favorites? (Any subject) TIA~nt - Lisa in southern MD 0:56 Aug 26 (19)

Me dd loves the "Take it to Your Seat" series...they are time consuming to cut out though..nt - Tap, tap, tap 13:29 Aug 26 (0)
We like Daily Paragraph Editing and Daily Word Problems(Math)(nt) - Sabrina 12:44 Aug 26 (0)
I *love* the Daily Language review. nt - MelissaM 12:06 Aug 26 (0)
Love love love the Daily Math and Daily Language workbooks... - PattyNJ 11:17 Aug 26 (0)
Re: I'm interested in learning more about Evan Moor products. What are some favorites? (Any subject) TIA~nt - Pam 9:59 Aug 26 (1)
- I forgot to add Milliken - Pam 10:52 Aug 26 (0)
Daily Geography Practice is good. nt - KPM 9:50 Aug 26 (1)
- Ditto! nt - FlockOfSillies (fka Brenda FOS) 15:58 Aug 26 (0)
I haven't met an Evan-Moor book I haven't liked! - kbm 9:46 Aug 26 (0)
History Pockets, Science Works for Kids, Literature pockets.... - Lea 9:42 Aug 26 (1)
- Oh, I forgot about How to Write a Super Sentence. My kids LOVED that one!nt - Lea 9:43 Aug 26 (0)
History Pockets, How to Teach Art to Children, Greek Myths Pockets, Giant Science Resource, ScienceWorks, Beginning Geography... nt - abbeyej 8:52 Aug 26 (0)
We love the daily geography - SheilaZ 8:33 Aug 26 (0)
~ THANK YOU ~ This board is the grestest! *nt* - Lisa in southern MD 8:12 Aug 26 (0)
History pockets and Daily Paragraph Editing! nt - GVA 8:02 Aug 26 (0)
Just started on Literature Pockets and my dc love it! nt - Lil3 7:52 Aug 26 (0)
Long list!...m - Tami 6:39 Aug 26 (0)
Favorites: History Pockets! You can go to their website and for most books see samples of every page. nt - Lori 6:19 Aug 26 (0)
Re: I'm interested in learning more about Evan Moor products. What are some favorites? (Any subject) TIA~nt - Kay in IN 4:44 Aug 26 (0)

Are the other books in the Narnia Chronicles at the same reading level as The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe? nt - Lana in TX 0:30 Aug 26 (11)

Has anyone used the audio version vs. mom reading aloud? Which works best for you? nt - LindaO 11:19 Aug 26 (4)
- We have the CD's from Focus on the Family. My 7 yos sits and listens ... for hours. (nt) - Dayce 22:28 Aug 26 (0)
- We have the unabridged version on CD. Around here, we're listening to that or "Bob and Larry's Sunday School Songs." LOL. nt - FlockOfSillies (fka Brenda FOS) 15:59 Aug 26 (0)
- Oh both!!! I read them aloud. My girls read them independantly and they run non-stop in the car. We are HUGE fans!! nt - Heather in VA 11:28 Aug 26 (0)
- We love both mom reading and we love the Focus on the Family audios--they are wonderfully done. nt - strider 11:23 Aug 26 (0)
Yes, and they tell a consecutive story, beginning with the Magician's Nephew (Book 1). I highly recommend them all. nt - April 0:35 Aug 26 (5)
- Does anyone know of a study guide we could do with our sunday school classes (elementary) before the movie comes out? (nt) - Renee 23:29 Aug 26 (0)
- I recommend starting with The Lion...The Wardrobe first - Terry in OR 16:55 Aug 26 (2)
  - So, after reading LWW, would you suggest going to ...(m) - Kathy in Texas 0:13 Aug 27 (0)
  - I didn't know this and have started book 1 today. We're loving it and will just stick with it and then read TLTWATW. nt - StacyTea 19:36 Aug 26 (0)
- We're starting with Book 1 in this series as our monthly read-aloud today. Then we'll read 'The Lion....The Wardrobe'. I want to get that one read before the movie comes out during the holidays. nt - StacyTea 11:15 Aug 26 (0)

Mindy (former high school math teacher). You stated in a former post that Saxon lacks sufficient practice in "critical thinking" problems and that you recommend using Singapore as well. Help please......more - Tara in FL 23:31 Aug 25 (0)

What do you use to read Shakespeare to young children? Thanks! nt - ~Rebecca~ 23:14 Aug 25 (21)

Wow! Thanks for all the ideas!!! nt - ~Rebecca~ 15:57 Aug 26 (0)
The Wishbone books. yeah, I'm not a big Shakespeare fan :-P nt - Peek a Boo 14:20 Aug 26 (0)
Also, for the more visually inclined "Bravo, Mr William Shakespeare" - Moira in MA 10:07 Aug 26 (0)
we found several collections we liked and also Bruce Coville's adaptations are good > - BMC 8:10 Aug 26 (0)
Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare by E Nesbit.(nt) - Tami 6:40 Aug 26 (2)
- I read this to my dc and now my 9 yo dd is voluntarily reading it again herself, she liked it so much. (nt) - theodwyn 8:37 Aug 26 (0)
- Oh YES! This is an excellent book! nt - momofobys 7:46 Aug 26 (0)
Agree on the Garfield; we also have the Random House Book of Shakespeare Stories and enjoy it. (nt) - Anne in Maui 4:34 Aug 26 (0)
We second the Garfield books, but also Lois Burdette has a series of Shakespeare for Kids that my kids really enjoyed (more) - KJB at Eielson AFB 1:57 Aug 26 (0)
Budding Shakespeare fans here...(m) - Lisa Beth in CA 0:53 Aug 26 (0)
Garfield has been a wonderful choice for 8-9 yo boy - Patty in WA 23:57 Aug 25 (6)
- hee hee.. I keep seeing the *cat* Garfield and it just didn't *work* --kwim? LOL! nt - Peek a Boo 1:32 Aug 27 (0)
- TWTM recommends this book for 6th grade - KPzz 9:18 Aug 26 (0)
- Can you give me the title of the book, please? Thanks! nt - Jacklyn 8:24 Aug 26 (2)
  - "Shakespeare Stories" by Leon Garfield (link inside) - abbeyej 8:55 Aug 26 (1)
    - Thanks! nt - Jacklyn 13:58 Aug 26 (0)
- Yes, these are favorites of ours as well. Also seconding the Jim Weiss CD recommendation, and we like Lamb's Tales from Shakespeare on CD, too. (nt) - Colleen 4:11 Aug 26 (0)
Jim Weiss' CD is wonderful for the younger set, Leon Garfied has two very good books, and E Nesbit's book is - Chris in Ca 23:41 Aug 25 (1)
- Oh and Charles Lamb for older dc nt - Chris in Ca 23:41 Aug 25 (0)
How young? (m) - FLS 23:22 Aug 25 (1)
- My boys are 8, almost 5, and 2. Thanks! nt - ~Rebecca~ 15:49 Aug 26 (0)

For those that use SWR-do you know if there are any training meetings in the WA area? - Rhonda in WA 22:17 Aug 25 (4)

There will be one in the Seattle area in the fall. Cannot find website but will post when located, nm - Lisa 0:49 Aug 26 (0)
There's one in BC tomorrow (contact info inside) - LBC 0:30 Aug 26 (1)
- Here's a link to the list of all the training seminars... - LBC 0:33 Aug 26 (0)
If you sign up for the yahoo group..... - Pensguys 22:34 Aug 25 (0)

CW - what age is best to begin this? We are (m)... - Babs 21:10 Aug 25 (1)

Babs, read on down....do a search for Lene...she answered a similar question today. nt - Pensguys 22:34 Aug 25 (0)

Books about Roman mythology? (m) - Lucy 21:04 Aug 25 (5)

Classic Myths to Read Aloud by Russell has - Chris in Ca 23:44 Aug 25 (2)
- I think this is the one I was thinking of -- thank you! nt - Lucy 23:52 Aug 25 (1)
  - Your Welcome here is the ISBN if you need it - Chris in Ca 0:00 Aug 26 (0)
I think Olivia Coolidge has a nice Roman Myths book (nt) - FLS 23:28 Aug 25 (0)
Roman Myths, Geraldine McCaughrean (nt) - Regena in KY 22:14 Aug 25 (0)

Phonetic Zoo for Spelling. Opinions? - Sue 20:32 Aug 25 (5)

Thanks so much. nm - Sue 20:26 Aug 26 (0)
We're doing our second year with the program and the kids still like it. - Janet H. 11:58 Aug 26 (0)
We just started using Level A (m) - Gita 8:48 Aug 26 (0)
We just use the cards, not the CD's. nt - Susan A. 7:34 Aug 26 (0)
I think this is a nice get away for mom - Jean in Wisc. 22:16 Aug 25 (0)

Riggs/SRTW (Spaulding) Method Rules and Lists: Advice, please. - Patty in WA 19:52 Aug 25 (12)

Thank you. I ordered ABCs first, and btw, it was $7 cheaper at Amazon than other places I looked. - Patty in WA 13:19 Aug 26 (0)
One more question: What about ABCs and All Their Tricks? Is this a fit with Spaulding? nt - Patty in WA 23:57 Aug 25 (4)
- This book is in the Riggs catalog so I am sure it is a good fit with the Spaulding method. nt - Plane Jane (formerly plain Jane) 10:27 Aug 26 (0)
- Patty, can't answer your question; BUT, I agree w/ the others that it is a SUPER reference book to have. Worth the money...IMHO. :-) NT - Julie in San Diego 10:15 Aug 26 (0)
- This is a great resource that belongs on the shelf of ANY phonics teacher, imo.(nt) - Tami 8:56 Aug 26 (0)
- I do believe it is a recommended resource for SWR. ~nt~ - Lisa in southern MD 1:04 Aug 26 (0)
I have the Alphalist and use that.... - Pensguys 20:07 Aug 25 (2)
- Thanks--where to buy, and a little more... - Patty in WA 20:17 Aug 25 (1)
  - I ordered mine from CBD when I was getting a few other things. nt - Pensguys 20:53 Aug 25 (0)
Well there's the Alphalist by Sanseri which is... - OhElizabeth 19:56 Aug 25 (2)
- Thanks, Penny and Elizabeth: Where do I get this list? nt - Patty in WA 20:16 Aug 25 (1)
  - I ordered mine directly from BHI (back home industries) which is Sanseri's business. nt - OhElizabeth 21:34 Aug 25 (0)

?? for those who began SWR when their child was already reading and writing... - Wendi 19:43 Aug 25 (6)

Thanks, y'all! I'll keep plugging away, and try to be patient! (nt) - Wendi 10:59 Aug 26 (0)
What is SWR? nt - Babs 21:13 Aug 25 (1)
- Spell to Write and Read nt - Pensguys 22:35 Aug 25 (0)
This is why Wanda and I came up with the schedule we did..... - Pensguys 20:12 Aug 25 (0)
I just went to a seminar and it really helped me know... - Kisa in CA 19:57 Aug 25 (0)
What list did you start at? I would only expect to see initial improvement... (m) - OhElizabeth 19:53 Aug 25 (0)

Piano primer: Alfred or Bastien? (m) - Sandra in FL 19:42 Aug 25 (11)

I would go with Alfred....I have two boys in piano and my oldest is using Bastien, my 7b yr old is using Aflred...nt - Holly IN 10:18 Aug 26 (0)
We use Alfred (m) - Tamy 8:46 Aug 26 (0)
I've been teaching piano for 14 years, teach out of both, and for this age, I'd go with Alfred - April 23:44 Aug 25 (0)
I have one child doing Alfred and one doing Bastien (m) - theodwyn 22:03 Aug 25 (1)
- My dd7 just started on Alfred. (m) - Lil3 23:02 Aug 25 (0)
Re: Piano primer: Alfred or Bastien? (m) - PianoMan 20:19 Aug 25 (5)
- You know, you are right...Bastien (which we like) does have a lot of dissonance, especially when I play the duet. nt - Mindy 21:05 Aug 25 (0)
- I have Music Ace but will be willing to get this (m) - Sandra in FL 20:54 Aug 25 (3)
  - Can you post a link to this software? We have Music Ace but would like to know about this since my son is using Aflred. nt - Holly IN 10:19 Aug 26 (2)
    - Here's the software .... - Sandra in FL 20:09 Aug 26 (1)
      - Re: Here's the software .... - Sandra in FL 20:19 Aug 26 (0)

Midwest Momma, could you answer some questions about Piano Course for Christians for me? - awanama 19:35 Aug 25 (0)

Pensguys I have a question for you (sm) - Des 19:14 Aug 25 (3)

I put Prima in there but not LCI....we changed to LfC. nt - Pensguys 20:08 Aug 25 (0)
Not Pensguys, but here's what I did for my Lesson Plan for Prima - Debra in CO 19:37 Aug 25 (1)
- Thank you so much, I really appreciate this nt - Des 19:39 Aug 25 (0)

Prima Latina: i know i said i would stop, but i just cannot help myself! - dcd 19:06 Aug 25 (2)

I'm laughing, too! My sister began Latin in high school and continued throughout college. She is appalled that anyone would even TRY to pronounce Latin at all. (more) - Donna T. 21:55 Aug 25 (0)
Hysterically laughing... - Wendy 19:33 Aug 25 (0)

Separate Geograhpy programs..please recommend and read insde. - Holly IN 18:39 Aug 25 (4)

We use Galloping the Globe - Debra in CO 19:52 Aug 25 (0)
Love Galloping the Globe and Trail Guide to World Geography - Melissa B 19:52 Aug 25 (0)
I can speak to Mapping the World by Heart.(m) - FloridaLisa 19:17 Aug 25 (0)
I don't know about either of those, but really like... - Tami 19:13 Aug 25 (0)

Question about "graded" reading levels... - April 18:35 Aug 25 (5)

I found a site on the web that can be downloaded for free. - Beth in TN 7:08 Aug 26 (1)
- Thanks! I will look into that, too! nt - April 9:02 Aug 26 (0)
You can go to renaissance learning and type in the ttitle... - Renee 22:50 Aug 25 (0)
I know this one! - Lolly 21:07 Aug 25 (0)
I just make a guess-timate based on the books she can currently read comfortably.(nt) - Tami 19:14 Aug 25 (0)

What is the difference in 'Climbing Parnassus' and 'Who Killed Homer'.... - Tammy 18:26 Aug 25 (2)

They cover very different subjects...(m) - Mungo 22:12 Aug 25 (1)
- Thank you, Mungo! Just what I wanted to know! NT - Tammy 22:41 Aug 25 (0)

"Elizabeth B. in NC" would you please email me? Thanks:-) - Cris in NY 18:07 Aug 25 (1)

You've got mail. nt - Elizabeth B. in NC 21:23 Aug 25 (0)

Christy in CO- just wondering if your week is going better? nt - Nanci in WA 17:55 Aug 25 (0)

For those using CW, do you drop the history and science narration?nt - Nanci in WA 17:42 Aug 25 (2)

Yes and no..... - Pensguys 18:06 Aug 25 (0)
I do all narrations orally except for CW:Aesop unless dd *wants* to write them out. nm - Taz & Storm's MOm 17:50 Aug 25 (0)

Thanks for all the posts below about PL and LC1.. very helpful as always, ladies. - Nanci in WA 17:38 Aug 25 (0)

Does anyone know the cheapest place to buy Jumpstart Spanish and/or Spanish for Children? Thanks! nt - Sam 17:23 Aug 25 (6)

I think I purchased my Spanish for Children at B&N and used my 20% discount card! NT - Tammy 21:53 Aug 25 (0)
I'm going to keep searching, but if anybody knows, please let me know. Thanks. nt - Sam 18:26 Aug 25 (0)
Have you tried Overstock.com -- only $1.00 shipping! nt - Cris in NY 17:59 Aug 25 (1)
- I looked but couldn't find either. Of course they had lots of other stuff that looked good too, but none in my price range, lol. Thanks. nt - Sam 18:22 Aug 25 (0)
Ebay? nt - Katie 17:29 Aug 25 (1)
- I wouldn't know where to start, that site is too confusing for me, lol. Thanks. nt - Sam 18:24 Aug 25 (0)

How do you keep your 14-18 month old toddler busy while schooling?? - SANDI 16:53 Aug 25 (7)

we are moving outside by the sandbox!nt - jam 15:17 Aug 26 (0)
Duct Tape. even THEY can't wriggle outta that stuff....ok, OK, just kidding, lol! - Peek a Boo 14:23 Aug 26 (0)
I have an extremely busy little one... - SandraDUmas 7:50 Aug 26 (0)
Re: How do you keep your 14-18 month old toddler busy while schooling?? - Linda in OR 19:52 Aug 25 (0)
Re: How do you keep your 14-18 month old toddler busy while schooling?? - dcd 18:09 Aug 25 (0)
I keep special toys in our schoolroom for my toddlers, here are my 18 month old's favorite activities.... - Elizabeth 17:45 Aug 25 (0)
Color wonder, water in a pan, cars, balls, lift-a-flap books, riding toys (nt) - lovemykids 17:10 Aug 25 (0)

Question about grades/record-keeping - April 16:48 Aug 25 (5)

I use Homeschool Tracker and so I assign points (m) - Jenny ID 23:49 Aug 25 (1)
- Can you elaborate on the marbles in jars, etc? (more in message) - April 0:43 Aug 26 (0)
Evaluating and record-keeping - KPzz 21:37 Aug 25 (0)
Re: Question about grades/record-keeping - Jen NC 19:26 Aug 25 (0)
I don't bother with issuing grades until 8th grade & just check off what's done for record keeping. nm - Taz & Storm's Mom 17:15 Aug 25 (0)

Need advice: Is this written narration quality work for a 6th grader? - Beth in TN 16:45 Aug 25 (11)

Thank you for the advice. I guess I've made things hard for her by expecting work I haven't prepared her to do. Off to start again. nt - Beth in TN 6:54 Aug 26 (0)
Beth, I pulled my daughter's folder from last year (6th)...(m) - Anne in Maui 23:13 Aug 25 (0)
I'd go back and work on oral narration (like what is recommended for earlier grades in WTM)... (m) - OhElizabeth 20:07 Aug 25 (0)
Is this also how she narrates orally? - lovemykids 18:48 Aug 25 (0)
One more thing: - Julie in Austin 17:18 Aug 25 (0)
my kids are grammar stage, so I haven't read the pertinent section of WTM, but I would agree - katilac 17:03 Aug 25 (2)
- I've been using Evaluating for Excellence - Beth in TN 17:19 Aug 25 (1)
  - I wouldn't give her the option, I would just mark up her paper with your expectations and expect her to work on it some more. (m...) - Elizabeth 18:59 Aug 25 (0)
Re: Need advice: Is this written narration quality work for a 6th grader? - Julie in Austin 16:56 Aug 25 (2)
- Funny you mention PS, we pulled her out after 4th grade.. - Beth in TN 17:14 Aug 25 (0)
- Contrary to above evidence, I do know how to use commas. ack. nt - Julie in Austin 16:57 Aug 25 (0)

I need to know what we need to learn for... - Katydid 16:34 Aug 25 (1)

You can buy test prep books (m) - Yvette in CA 16:48 Aug 25 (0)

Chemisty/Adv. with Atoms & Molecules...any other suggestion? - Jeannie in GA 15:58 Aug 25 (4)

The two I'm looking at... - GVA 8:06 Aug 26 (0)
I am using God's Design for Chemistry's two books.... - Holly IN 18:42 Aug 25 (1)
- We're using these too next year. I haven't looked at anything - frogpond1 22:08 Aug 25 (0)
newer WTM suggests Adventures with Atoms and Molecules - Jill 16:05 Aug 25 (0)

Teaching long vowel phonics rules (we use R&S).....need ideas...m - Heather in OK 15:53 Aug 25 (4)

We had trouble with this a few weeks ago, too (m) - Shay 22:00 Aug 25 (1)
- That is a good point....she is reading well so I need to chill. LOL!! nt - Heather in OK 22:20 Aug 25 (0)
Well, don't know if this will help, but Abeka teaches: with - Noel 21:27 Aug 25 (1)
- Same w/ R&S. nt . - Heather in OK 22:18 Aug 25 (0)

teaching music to Pre-K? Suggestions? Curriculum? m - Renthead Mommy 15:03 Aug 25 (7)

I added "Classical Magic: Themes to Remember" to our schedule this year... - claire up north 10:59 Aug 26 (2)
- do you know of anywhere I can see the table of contents to see which composers are covered? (it's not on amazon) (nt) - Stacia in GA 21:07 Aug 26 (1)
  - Here you go... - claire up north 11:32 Aug 27 (0)
Try www.coreknowledge.org. They have lots of lesson plans, including music. (nt) - Diane in Phoenix 16:03 Aug 25 (0)
I've done a couple of things m - Debra in CO 15:45 Aug 25 (1)
- Hey, those ideas sound great! I'm keeping that in mind for my younger kids! nt - April 15:58 Aug 25 (0)
Sounds like you're already doing a great job for his age...don't know what else you can do if you aren't wanting formal instruction (nt) - April 15:35 Aug 25 (0)

Climbing to Good English - Janet 14:59 Aug 25 (4)

Re: Climbing to Good English - Karen in Mo 20:52 Aug 25 (1)
- Re: Thanks for the help - guess we'll give it a try. nt - Janet 23:12 Aug 26 (0)
Re: Climbing to Good English - KayThomas 15:57 Aug 25 (0)
My son liked it...My dd used Shurley I have grade 1 for sale if your interested.nt - Jen P 15:40 Aug 25 (0)

homeschool tracher help - family4god 14:52 Aug 25 (3)

I suspect.... - Janet in GA 15:14 Aug 25 (1)
- Thanks :) it didn't work though. NT - family4god 22:44 Aug 25 (0)
that should say homeschool tracker! oops. NT - family4god 14:53 Aug 25 (0)

Describe a day with your kindergartener - Liz B 14:43 Aug 25 (18)

There were days, despite my best new teacher intentions, that we barely.... - Kathy in SC 15:21 Aug 27 (0)
Here's Mine - Nancy in Ohio 21:11 Aug 25 (1)
- Oops, don't know how I posted before I was finished . . . - Nancy in Ohio 21:14 Aug 25 (0)
Here's what our day looks like with a 4.5 year old K and his 3 year old sister...m - Jami in MO 21:10 Aug 25 (0)
Every dc is different, but here's how it was this past year with my dd... - OhElizabeth 20:15 Aug 25 (0)
She follows me around with her Explode the Code book and a pencil. (m) - Michele in MN 19:35 Aug 25 (1)
- Lol! I've only got two, and this sounds like my little one! ;o) nt - abbeyej 20:00 Aug 25 (0)
Re: Describe a day with your kindergartener - dcd 18:42 Aug 25 (0)
Haven't had one in a couple of years, but... - Elizabeth 17:48 Aug 25 (0)
Re: Describe a day with your kindergartener - threelops 16:28 Aug 25 (0)
Here's mine (m) - Yvette in CA 16:18 Aug 25 (0)
Re: Describe a day with your kindergartener - Jill, OK in VA 15:57 Aug 25 (1)
- Some examples of our reading... - Jill, OK in VA 16:04 Aug 25 (0)
Here's what mine did.... - April 15:55 Aug 25 (0)
We have a pretty full day... - Lisa in TN 15:47 Aug 25 (0)
Here's what happened today... - CED 14:53 Aug 25 (0)
Re: Describe a day with your kindergartener - Julie in Austin 14:51 Aug 25 (1)
- Oh Julie, thanks for the laughs!!! Your description sounds like our kindergarten last year :-) NT - Susan in SoCal 16:19 Aug 25 (0)

Singapore math users....do I have to relearn math concepts? - Claudia 14:18 Aug 25 (17)

I am so confused... is this really a unique way of doing it?? - Donna T. 21:43 Aug 25 (7)
- No, it's the way I learned it (m) - angela in ohio 17:33 Aug 26 (0)
- One of the things I like about SM is that it's the way I do math. Like you,... - Elizabeth B. in NC 14:55 Aug 26 (0)
- No, it's certainly not "unique" -- but it's ONE OF the more "uncommon" topics ... - Brenda 6:30 Aug 26 (4)
  - Thank you, Brenda! (nt) - Donna T. 17:26 Aug 26 (0)
  - making 10s is taught in Saxon 2, and I was taught that way in public school 'back in the day' - - it's pretty common, I think nft - katilac 9:15 Aug 26 (0)
  - MCP math teaches making tens. - SheilaZ 8:38 Aug 26 (0)
  - Right (m) - mom2fourboys 7:00 Aug 26 (0)
Re: Singapore math users....do I have to relearn math concepts? - Jennifer in TX 18:25 Aug 25 (0)
This is an excellent skill to learn. Definitely give it a try. It will later make adding double digit numbers easier. HTH. - Elizabeth 15:39 Aug 25 (1)
- I always add this way... manipulating numbers is a very handy skills. Reinforcing base 10 is an excellent idea. Singapore is not that hard to teach and you will be learning new things right along with your child. Be brave! I know you can do this. nt - mtnparent 18:57 Aug 25 (0)
Yes, you ought to.. - CED 14:59 Aug 25 (2)
- We start school Monday, and i am using singapore with my Third grader! (2b) will he be able to figure it out! Will I? (Ist time hs panic) - Renee 15:30 Aug 25 (1)
  - Just come here and post the topic you are on... - CED 15:48 Aug 25 (0)
I didn't feel like I was "relearning" as much as "learning great new stuff." In Singapore ... - Brenda 14:23 Aug 25 (2)
- the 'more than one way to skin a cat' approach is what we like so much about singapore nft - katilac 9:18 Aug 26 (0)
- I have to agree with Brenda here...nt - Julie in San Diego 14:36 Aug 25 (0)

Should I use HWT for my 2nd grader? - Lisa in MO 14:06 Aug 25 (1)

Why not let him continue using what he knows. Instead teach him cursive using HWT. nt - Wendy 14:34 Aug 25 (0)

Chris in CA, how is your grammar search coming along?(nt) - Tami 13:57 Aug 25 (1)

Sigh, the grammar fairy has yet to arrive and grant all - Chris in CA 19:59 Aug 25 (0)

Any helpful hints for teaching place value to a 10 yo who still doesn't quite get it? ~nt~ - Lisa in southern MD 13:43 Aug 25 (13)

Right Start has some manipulatives that are really cheap but show place value really well... (m) - OhElizabeth 21:14 Aug 25 (0)
I love the way Steven Demme explains place value in MUS...(m) - Nancy in MI 18:05 Aug 25 (2)
- Me too! This presentation was worth the price of the video!(nt) - Tami 9:13 Aug 26 (0)
- I think that was the best part of MUS for us. - Mama Owl 7:59 Aug 26 (0)
How we did this..... - emmjb 15:46 Aug 25 (3)
- Oops...I don't think this answers your question..... - emmjb 15:50 Aug 25 (2)
  - She is halfway through Saxon 6/5 (m) - Lisa in southern MD 16:38 Aug 25 (1)
    - Something to remember.... - emmjb 17:22 Aug 25 (0)
Get the book "Games for Math" by Peggy Kaye. nt - marnadoo 14:49 Aug 25 (0)
make a simple place value chart... - Jenmom 13:56 Aug 25 (0)
I spent months on this last year with my 8YO DD. - Carol in Cal. 13:55 Aug 25 (0)
Do you have place value manipulatives? nt - Kate CA 13:48 Aug 25 (0)
Pennies, dimes, and dollar bills. - Jean in Wisc. 13:48 Aug 25 (0)

Rod & Staff Grammar used by Secular families? - S. Infante 13:28 Aug 25 (21)

Not to hijack the thread, but have you looked at Shurley?...Pair it with Writing Strands or IEW, and viola!(nt) - Tami 9:16 Aug 26 (0)
I believe that SWB recommends Voyages in English as a secular alternative for grammar. (nt) - Lana in TX 1:04 Aug 26 (0)
Re: Rod & Staff Grammar used by Secular families? - Ron in Nor Cal 0:55 Aug 26 (0)
Maybe you could look at this as a cultural experience.. - 6 meadows 21:44 Aug 25 (1)
- Re: Maybe you could look at this as a cultural experience.. - Karen's testimony 19:07 Aug 26 (0)
Re: Rod & Staff Grammar used by Secular families? - Karen's testimony 19:11 Aug 25 (2)
- Well, for one compare the price of Calvert to Rod and - Ellen 0:46 Aug 26 (1)
  - It gets more religious in the upper grades.... - Tammy 8:27 Aug 26 (0)
Re: Rod & Staff Grammar used by Secular families? - Karen's testimony 18:49 Aug 25 (0)
Re: Rod & Staff Grammar used by Secular families? - Cindy in NC 17:40 Aug 25 (0)
I used it with my 8yr ds last year and I had to laugh....m - Ellen 16:17 Aug 25 (0)
Very secular here, and we use it, reluctantly. We approach it the same way as Julie... - KPM 14:28 Aug 25 (0)
Agreeing with Julie...I am not secular, but I'm annoyed by much of the content... - Allison 14:12 Aug 25 (6)
- perhaps this is a good thing - hsm 15:26 Aug 26 (0)
- I agree about cultural relevance - m - StaceyinLA 19:26 Aug 25 (0)
- Cultural relevance.... - Elizabeth B. in NC 17:10 Aug 25 (3)
  - Yes, understanding that they are actually written for Mennonite children, I am not surprised by the content (m) - angela in ohio 17:40 Aug 26 (0)
  - Yes, I knew there would be some people on this board who would relate to those paragraph topics... - Allison 23:13 Aug 25 (1)
    - Everyone eats. - SheilaZ 8:47 Aug 26 (0)
Re: Rod & Staff Grammar used by Secular families? - Julie in Austin 13:36 Aug 25 (1)
- Thanks for the information, nm - S., Infante 13:48 Aug 25 (0)

Climbing Parnassus--Which curriculum vendor is more closely aligned with this kind of education? .... - Whitney 13:19 Aug 25 (4)

Definitely Memoria Press. (nt) - Mungo 14:41 Aug 25 (0)
try Memoria Press to start - Michele T. in WA 13:28 Aug 25 (2)
- what about www.LogosSchool.org ? ? (I'm not sure) NT - LH 13:47 Aug 25 (1)
  - Logos School is more similar to TWTM, but Highlands Latin School www.thelatinschool.org is connected with Memoria Press. nt - Jami in MO 21:33 Aug 25 (0)

Does anyone know what's needed for How to Teach Art to Children? - Kristine 13:00 Aug 25 (2)

The great thing about this art program is that it calls for basic art supplies...Things you have around already or things you can pick up cheap at Michael's. nt - StacyTea 18:26 Aug 25 (0)
we have used many things - Jill 14:44 Aug 25 (0)

Physics for 4th grade - Jill 12:48 Aug 25 (8)

We are using them with ages 10, 8 and 6 with no problems. Guess it depends on the dc. Also,yes JVC is Janice Van Cleave. nt - Nanci in WA 10:40 Aug 26 (0)
Reader's Digest "How ------- Works" (one is Science, one is Things) along with JVC nt - Nanci in WA 17:40 Aug 25 (3)
- This are really recommended for 8th grade (logic) level nt - Abby 21:34 Aug 25 (0)
- what is JVC? sorry to be so ignorantnt - Jill 18:17 Aug 25 (1)
  - Janice VanCleave books? nt - RT 19:24 Aug 25 (0)
what we're doing.. - Jenmom 13:37 Aug 25 (2)
- who sells science in a nutshell? nt - Jill 13:52 Aug 25 (1)
  - Delta Education makes them, Rainbow Resource carries them too. (link inside) - Jenmom 13:58 Aug 25 (0)

POLL: How many different math programs have you used concurrently? (m) - Lucy 12:43 Aug 25 (19)

I sort of use three. BJUP, MUS, and RS. - Cindyg 22:58 Aug 26 (0)
I assume I will always use a different math program for each child - I like to fit it to them exactly (m) - angela in ohio 17:50 Aug 26 (0)
middle dd, Horizons 1&2 BJU 3 and now MUS BUT - Jenileigh 11:15 Aug 26 (0)
This year, each of my three is using a different publisher for math... - Laura in CT 8:04 Aug 26 (0)
Last year we used Rod & Staff with Evan-Moor's Daily Math Practice nt - StacyTea 21:54 Aug 25 (0)
MUS (13yod, 11yos), Miquon / Spectrum (7yos) nm - NZ Deb in VT 20:26 Aug 25 (0)
Just one: Saxon (nt) - April 16:50 Aug 25 (0)
Two...Saxon (4 days) Singapore Challenging Word Problems (Fridays). nt - Cris in NY 16:39 Aug 25 (0)
Different for each child (m) - Yvette in CA 16:23 Aug 25 (0)
Two for 9yd ds .... - Ellen 16:19 Aug 25 (0)
I've tried two, but always drop the second one. - MelissaM 14:10 Aug 25 (0)
For K-2, we used pieces of Miquon, Singapore and Horizons! (nt) - Tami 13:47 Aug 25 (0)
Two: Singapore and Miquon nt - Holly in N NV 13:39 Aug 25 (2)
- Ditto. nm - Taz & Storm's Mom 15:14 Aug 25 (0)
- Singapore and Miquon nt - BMC 14:05 Aug 25 (0)
I cant handle more than one per child. Its ok if they are different - Mama Owl 13:29 Aug 25 (0)
I plan to use three with one child next spring... - Rebecca in VA 13:18 Aug 25 (0)
I did that, but not for long. - kbm 13:11 Aug 25 (0)
Two for us. At one time I was combining Singapore and Horizons but - SusanRH 13:03 Aug 25 (0)

For Prima and LC1 users...(more) - Nanci in WA 12:29 Aug 25 (9)

That's why we are using the DVD - frogpond1 22:11 Aug 25 (0)
We did PL and LC1 both last year, but I would *really* encourage you to do it more than twice a week, even if only for a few minutes... - abbeyej 15:38 Aug 25 (0)
We're doing LC1 this year (m) - Janet in GA 14:32 Aug 25 (0)
We also just started LC1 and are on lesson 2 - Mama Owl 13:19 Aug 25 (0)
I moved at student's rate of mastery and retaining memorization - LH 13:02 Aug 25 (0)
We used LC 1 last year - Michele T. in WA 12:41 Aug 25 (0)
what age is your child? m - Pensguys 12:37 Aug 25 (2)
- One is 8 and one is 10 nt - Nanci in WA 12:38 Aug 25 (0)
- Should have added.... - Pensguys 12:38 Aug 25 (0)

WISE Guide to Spelling . . . - Jennifer in MI 11:21 Aug 25 (7)

okay, maybe it's peer pressure at work, but I think I am going to order SWR (m) - Anne Marie 17:49 Aug 25 (1)
- LOL!!!! I need another $100+ too! LOL for these great local science classes I found! nt - Pensguys 18:07 Aug 25 (0)
I use WISE guide and phonogram cards. - MelissaM 14:09 Aug 25 (0)
I don't care for the SWR book at all, but like the WISE guide for spelling.(nt) - Tami 13:38 Aug 25 (0)
yes, you need the cards and the SWR.... - PEnsguys 11:57 Aug 25 (2)
- The SWR has the WISE Guide to Spelling included? See - I'm confused again!!! LOL m - Jennifer in MI 13:14 Aug 25 (1)
  - Two separate books..... - PEnsguys 13:38 Aug 25 (0)

Building Thinking Skills Primary - Heather 11:16 Aug 25 (2)

My son loved it! We stared it when he was 4.5 yrs...I really don't know that it "taught" him much but he sure had fun doing it! nt - lea 17:00 Aug 25 (0)
I just got this the other day for my son... - Kay in Cal 12:49 Aug 25 (0)

These Yahoo groups where you have to supply a 'comment' about yourself/ Why you want to join...is annoying, LOL.... - Tammy 10:46 Aug 25 (20)

I have mine set pretty easy for new members right now. - Mama Owl 17:35 Aug 25 (0)
It really *is* important to help keep the spam out. The list I help moderate doesn't do it to be exclusive, just to keep the "junkmail" off the list. nt - abbeyej 15:41 Aug 25 (0)
I agree with you! That's why as a moderator of four large Yahoo groups, I do NOT ... - Brenda 14:07 Aug 25 (4)
- Did I read that correctly?.... - Tammy 17:14 Aug 25 (2)
  - {{{Tammy}}} (but I think this is a "second or third" -- I do recall there was another big event or two). nt - Brenda 5:40 Aug 26 (1)
    - I better.... - Tammy 10:35 Aug 26 (0)
- Same here (more)... - GVA 15:33 Aug 25 (0)
I run a group for military homeschoolers and... - Jenmom 13:40 Aug 25 (2)
- also, I had opted out of a similar group because it was a public group and... - Jenmom 13:43 Aug 25 (1)
  - Yeah, I run one for just our BSB and.... - Katydid 16:36 Aug 25 (0)
I know its annoying . But the amount of spam we were receiving on my one board was just crazy ..(m) - Tracy 13:27 Aug 25 (1)
- Re: I know its annoying . But the amount of spam we were receiving on my one board was just crazy ..(m) - Peach 18:41 Aug 25 (0)
It helps keep those looking for fun and love - Carolyn in MN 13:05 Aug 25 (0)
I recently opted not to join a group that wanted lots of personal info (m) - Lucy 12:29 Aug 25 (1)
- Oops -- last sentence should read "why her group had <5 members." nt - Lucy 12:33 Aug 25 (0)
As owner/moderator, I require it... - Wendy 11:34 Aug 25 (0)
I require it too...for the exact same reason as Debra - to prevent spam. I know it's annoying but not nearly as bad as spam. nt - Heather in VA 11:07 Aug 25 (0)
Coming from the perspective of someone who moderates a couple groups... - Debra in CO 10:55 Aug 25 (0)
As a moderator that requires one of these..... - Pensguys 10:53 Aug 25 (0)
I know, it makes me think of being in college and the prof asks you why you're taking the class. - Old Mother West Wind--who has a sinus headache and is in a bad mood, too. 10:49 Aug 25 (0)

Chemistry kits questions - Danielle 10:38 Aug 25 (0)

I started a new Yahoo group for anyone interested. - Mama Owl 10:28 Aug 25 (18)

Im testing this...hope it works - Mama Owl 13:54 Aug 25 (9)
- Okay, Mama Owl or others, I have a question about this - lovemykids 16:45 Aug 25 (3)
  - I dont know how yahoo handles privacy issues - Mama Owl 17:42 Aug 25 (2)
    - If you only post from the group's webpage, your email stays private (but you still have to tell yahoo not to spam you in your settings). nt - Heather in OH 8:44 Aug 26 (0)
    - Re: I dont know how yahoo handles privacy issues - Peach 18:50 Aug 25 (0)
- How come..... - Tammy 15:05 Aug 25 (4)
  - I dont know, I Listed it. LazyLatin_ClassicalEd.nt - Mama Owl 17:44 Aug 25 (3)
    - Hmm, isn't lazy classical an oxymoron? nt - Cathy in CA -- just teasing 19:50 Aug 25 (2)
      - There are always DVD's and CD's to do the teaching for us, silly!!! - Tami, winking at ya 9:18 Aug 26 (1)
        
        yeah! I want the ones we can do while we sleep! nt - Cathy in CA 14:29 Aug 26 (0)
Try the email link. - Mama Owl 13:33 Aug 25 (0)
can i ask a dumb question about yahoo groups?...i recently...(m) - Renee 13:25 Aug 25 (4)
- You can go back in the set up for that group and check no mail. hth (nt) - Kerri F. 13:29 Aug 25 (3)
  - Or, you can get the Digest so you get the whole day's (or ... - Brenda 5:48 Aug 26 (0)
  - Some groups do not want lurkers and will only let you go no mail temporarily. nt - karenciavo 13:40 Aug 25 (1)
    - And I've told them that's a ridiculous guideline ... - Brenda 5:47 Aug 26 (0)
I can't find it either, MamaOwl, and it sounds like just my cup of (lazy) tea : ). nt - Becky in Alberta/Farmschool 12:04 Aug 25 (0)
for some reason i cant find this/or link to it...help?!? nt - summertime511 10:53 Aug 25 (0)

SO, if you're teaching multiple levels, or have done so, I would appreciate your advice...(m) - Cris in NY 10:18 Aug 25 (7)

Thanks so much ladies...as always I've gleaned much from your advice! nt - Cris in NY 18:06 Aug 25 (0)
My school age dds are also in 7th and 4th.... - Elizabeth B. in NC 17:19 Aug 25 (1)
- Elizabeth...would you mind emailing me? (m) - Cris in NY 18:04 Aug 25 (0)
We teach different grade levels (m) - Gita 13:13 Aug 25 (0)
Just because you study the same time period does *not* mean that they have to do the same thing. - Ria 12:58 Aug 25 (0)
Just my 2 cents - Nanci in WA 12:38 Aug 25 (0)
PS. This is in regards to teaching history...Thanks:-) - Cris in NY 10:19 Aug 25 (0)

What are your favorite Spanish supplements? I'm not looking for main programs, just fun add-ins. Gracias! nt - Elizabeth 10:04 Aug 25 (2)

the pages from www.enchantedlearning.com are great! nt. - Yvette S. 16:10 Aug 25 (0)
Lyric Language Spanish songs, Mexican recipes (yummy!), and folk tales from Mexico, Latin America, Spain, etc.(nt) - Tami 11:08 Aug 25 (0)

If you have Mind Benders A1, I have a question... - An in PA 9:51 Aug 25 (7)

Thank you, all, very much for your help! I appreciate it!! (nt) - An in PA 13:09 Aug 25 (0)
I have it as an example problem... - Wendy 11:49 Aug 25 (0)
My dd had problems with this one too. - MelissaM 11:18 Aug 25 (0)
Re: If you have Mind Benders A1, I have a question... - Lisa 11:12 Aug 25 (1)
- That's right. :-) nt - Wendy 11:53 Aug 25 (0)
Ok -- I'm looking in my A1 and I don't see this example... - Cris in NY 10:24 Aug 25 (1)
- This is what I have, too. nt - Lisa in TN 11:14 Aug 25 (0)

Can anyone tell me if VP Phonics Museum has doctrinal material within it? nt - JillP 9:46 Aug 25 (3)

I have the readers and the First grade workbook... - Melissa B 16:33 Aug 25 (1)
- Thanks Melissa, that was just what I was looking for. nt - JillP 0:12 Aug 26 (0)
im assuming you mean religious doctrine-and honestly, i dont remember any-but my files are full! LOL nt - summertime511 10:48 Aug 25 (0)

Teaching Piano lessons - Megan from IN 9:35 Aug 25 (5)

Thanks EVERYONE!! (m) - Megan from IN 17:56 Aug 25 (0)
I like Bastien. nt - Elizabeth B. in NC 17:22 Aug 25 (0)
We just started piano for our 6year old ds and her teacher uses the Nancy and randall Faber books...(m) - Renee, 13:38 Aug 25 (0)
I've been a piano teacher for 14 years and I suggest... - April 11:57 Aug 25 (0)
Piano Course for Christians - Midwest Momma 10:08 Aug 25 (0)

SpongeBob typing... ? - Corby 9:19 Aug 25 (5)

Where did you find this? nt - StacyTea (Who can't stand SpongeBob, but knows ds would LOVE this!) 18:29 Aug 25 (1)
- Scholastic!! nt - Corby 19:00 Aug 25 (0)
It is a fun progam --- not tutorial style which is fine for us. 11yo ds used it last year to fill those gaps of time...nt - Tap, tap, tap 16:56 Aug 25 (0)
My 9 and 5 y/o love it. nt - Lisa B 14:34 Aug 25 (0)
We've only had it a few weeks, but "two thumbs up" from Nick and Zack. - Nick's Mama (Zack's Mama Too) 10:08 Aug 25 (0)

Ria, Im really curious about your notetaking teaching methods. - Mama Owl 9:00 Aug 25 (3)

Barging in here Donna... - Heather in VA 11:17 Aug 25 (0)
What I do... - Ria 10:01 Aug 25 (1)
- That sounds good. I might try it today! - mama Owl 10:29 Aug 25 (0)

What level of Singpore for supplementing with their Challenging Word Problems? - Janis 8:58 Aug 25 (3)

Janis, maybe someone else can give you a more definitive answer, but it really depends on... (m) - Cris in NY 9:59 Aug 25 (2)
- Forgive my incorrect spellings (Singapore, tremendously) Whew! Is it Friday yet? nt - Janis 13:20 Aug 25 (0)
- That helps tremedously, thank you so much..(m) - Janis 13:17 Aug 25 (0)

"Of All the Gaul! Latin for Kids"....Has anyone seen this?... - Tammy 8:33 Aug 25 (9)

I have it - Fl Sharon 9:42 Aug 25 (2)
- Thanks, Sharon.... - Tammy 10:17 Aug 25 (0)
- That was my impression from the samples. I like Minimus a lot more for a light, fun intro. nt - abbeyej 9:56 Aug 25 (0)
Do you have a link?nt - Mama owl 8:36 Aug 25 (5)
- It is at CBD...here is the link... - Tammy 8:38 Aug 25 (4)
  - That looks like a fun little suppliment. - Mama Owl 8:53 Aug 25 (2)
    - Yea....I was thinking maybe it would give them a boost, LOL... - Tammy 8:56 Aug 25 (1)
      - I'll Check with Barnes and Nobles to see if they can order it - Mama Owl 9:03 Aug 25 (0)
  - Check out the sample pages too! NT - Tammy 8:39 Aug 25 (0)

Classical Wtriting - onecent 8:25 Aug 25 (5)

...in starting any writing program... - Lene 9:03 Aug 25 (2)
- Re: ...in starting any writing program... - onecent 9:20 Aug 25 (1)
  - Yes,, you're right. The point is that when starting a new task, not every aspect of the new task can be challenging all at once or the student will find the task odious. nt - Lene in CO 15:31 Aug 25 (0)
Handwriting is an issue with this program .....m - Pensguys 8:36 Aug 25 (0)
Re: Classical WRITING! (Typo, sorry,...guess I could use a few lessons myself!!!)nt - One Cent 8:27 Aug 25 (0)

Help! What to do with a 5th grader with terrible handwriting and spelling? - Debbie 8:11 Aug 25 (6)

Maybe she would benefit from just tracing sentences (the dotted line kind) - Nanci in WA 17:48 Aug 25 (0)
Have you heard of dysgraphia? - smallfry 10:42 Aug 25 (0)
Re: Help! What to do with a 5th grader with terrible handwriting and spelling? - Kay in IN 8:40 Aug 25 (2)
- Here's what we do (m) - ruby 10:31 Aug 25 (1)
  - Thank you--I will try this with my 4th grader when we begin next week! (nt) - DorothyA 17:08 Aug 25 (0)
I have a 4th grader with same problem. Hope you get some responses. more - RT 8:33 Aug 25 (0)

Okay, you've got me thinking...Pensguys and those that subscribe to the Latin-centered education... - Lisa B 1:28 Aug 25 (76)

What it looks like for us...(m) - Mungo 18:04 Aug 25 (1)
- Thanks so much. I appreciate the link, you've helped tremendously. nt - Lisa B 20:55 Aug 25 (0)
Here's how I'm tweaking the whole CP/WTM thing for our family. (m) - Debra in TX 17:04 Aug 25 (3)
- OT: Debra was it you who helped me with art supply questions for dh last year? - abbeyej 17:09 Aug 25 (2)
  - That was me! :) I'll email you post-chaos (uh, later tonight or on Friday). :) (nt) - Debra in TX 18:58 Aug 25 (0)
  - PS- If it wasn't you and I'm just confused, ignore me! ;o) nt - abbeyej 17:10 Aug 25 (0)
LisaB, I forgot to link you to the yahoo group..... - Pensguys 10:22 Aug 25 (1)
- I'm on, thanks. nt - Lisa B 14:35 Aug 25 (0)
Another Latin Group...Brand new.... - Mama Owl 10:09 Aug 25 (7)
- Re: Another Latin Group...Brand new.... - Michele T. in WA 12:33 Aug 25 (6)
  - Michele T.... - Pensguys 12:41 Aug 25 (5)
    - Do you know what the middle school group is called? - Michele T. in WA 13:36 Aug 25 (4)
      - I think that list "died". But please post your questions on the LCed list -- we *do* have parents of olders... - abbeyej 15:49 Aug 25 (1)
        
        Thanks, Abbey... - Michele T. in WA 17:08 Aug 25 (0)
      - Search yahoo groups for LatinClassicalEdMiddle or something like that....don't know for sure. nt - Pensguys 13:45 Aug 25 (1)
        
        Thanks, I found it--it's LatinClassicalMiddle nt - Michele T. in WA 14:44 Aug 25 (0)
Don't consider our HS "Latin centered," but I think of Latin as a language arts "unit study"...integrating English grammar, vocabulary, and simple logic.(nt) - Tami 9:51 Aug 25 (0)
Changing to a latin-based education is a gradual process...(m). - Julia in Sk 9:12 Aug 25 (0)
What I do..... - Pensguys 8:42 Aug 25 (11)
- Chiming in (m) - Stephanie in Texas 9:42 Aug 25 (3)
  - Stephanie pretty much described us as well. nt - abbeyej 10:40 Aug 25 (0)
  - Stephanie and I have very similar thoughts on this(minus the WTM cycle). nt - Pensguys 10:20 Aug 25 (0)
  - This does help. This may be closer to what I'm considering. Thanks. nm - Lisa B 9:47 Aug 25 (0)
- More info.... - Pensguys 9:05 Aug 25 (2)
  - Thanks for responding. I'm still very much in the research stage. I still love WTM and probably won't sway much, but will ... - Lisa B 9:13 Aug 25 (1)
    - I felt the very same way when I first started researching this.... - Pensguys 10:17 Aug 25 (0)
- I started reading it, but quite frankly it's some pretty heftly stuff. Maybe it was my great ps education, but he writes over my head!!! - Lisa B 9:00 Aug 25 (3)
  - Here's a (hopefully) helpful hint: read the 3rd section of the book first - it's the most concrete, more nuts and bolts. nt - Susan in SoCal 11:40 Aug 25 (1)
    - yes, actually until I read the last section - hsm 16:45 Aug 25 (0)
  - Your right. He references many classic tales that I haven't read so that makes it difficult at times, and his vocabulary is much deeper than mine. It is worthwhile to get past these things... - karenciavo 9:18 Aug 25 (0)
I missed this thread and can't find it when I search. Sounds interesting. Can someone recap for me? - CEC 8:17 Aug 25 (0)
Re: Okay, you've got me thinking...Pensguys and those that subscribe to the Latin-centered education... - Shawna in Texas 4:38 Aug 25 (44)
- Ladies, you are not helping WTM newbies understand WTM m - TJ 8:55 Aug 25 (38)
  - TJ, this board welcomes such discussions and always has.(nt) - Tami 13:42 Aug 25 (0)
  - Truly, I want to respectfully disagree - I don't honestly think that Latin Centered (ala Climbing Parnassis style) and WTM education are *really* that much more different than they are alike.... - Susan in SoCal 11:17 Aug 25 (7)
    - as someone who sticks fairly darn close to TWTM... - Jenmom 14:04 Aug 25 (0)
    - I'm new to both "camps" but I certainly don't see them as mutually exlusive... - Heather in VA 12:25 Aug 25 (0)
    - Simply great Susan!! Exactly on the button, both Latin-centered and neo-classical have similar foundations, then off-shoot!!! (m) - Jessica 11:31 Aug 25 (0)
  - I disagree! I enjoy threads like this one that (m) - mom2fourboys 9:07 Aug 25 (26)
    - I have REALLY enjoyed the recent threads and am well able to articulate my own questions about "the" WTM "way". - Donna T. 15:45 Aug 25 (0)
    - I agree! I don't choose this method, but I really enjoy reading about it. nt - Mindy 15:27 Aug 25 (0)
    - I agree - with this theory only those who stick to WTM exactly are welcome and that would make a short board. nt - Heather in VA 9:54 Aug 25 (0)
    - I meant they are giving the impression that they are WTM, not that they aren't welcome m - TJ 9:33 Aug 25 (20)
      - SWB has said herself that she.... - Pensguys 10:31 Aug 25 (19)
        
        That is exactly what I said, it isn't WTM and the impression you and others were giving was that it was. m - TJ 10:58 Aug 25 (17)
        
        That is not what I said. - TJ 16:47 Aug 25 (4)
        
        Then, please tell, us because I received it the same way as Brenda did. nt - Pensguys 17:22 Aug 25 (3)
        
        Don't want to jump into an argument here, but it did sound as if you stated that Cm, unschoolers, etc are told that they aren't WTM (m) - Laura R (FL) 17:32 Aug 25 (1)
        
        Did you mean TJ? I don't think I said anything like that. :) nt - Pensguys 18:10 Aug 25 (0)
        
        I really CAN write and punctuate properly! LOL nt - Pensguys 17:27 Aug 25 (0)
        
        I've never been reprimanded on this board for sharing CM methods. This is a diverse group of classical home educators.(nt) - Tami 13:44 Aug 25 (0)
        
        I'm quite confused by your posts. TWTM provides an outline of classical education & resources... - Taz & Storm's Mom 12:14 Aug 25 (1)
        
        Great post! (nt) - Debra in TX 16:33 Aug 25 (0)
        
        How are we giving the impression that it IS WTM? Just by discussing it here? BJU isn't WTM (TO ME!) but it is discussed here. nt - Penguys 12:01 Aug 25 (7)
        
        Again, re-read my OP. You ladies are very m - TJ 14:14 Aug 25 (6)
        
        are you serious??? I've gone back and read yours and the other posts: - Peek a Boo 15:10 Aug 25 (5)
        
        Wow, do you feel better now that you "yelled" at me? No, I'm not.. m - TJ 16:39 Aug 25 (4)
        
        I've read your posts TJ and I honestly don't understand your POV, like others said, this board is not for *strict* WTM folks. Pensguys Latin-centered post never said her "way" was WTM. (nt) - Confused!!!! 16:50 Aug 25 (1)
        
        ENOUGH. NOW. (nt) - Webmaster 21:14 Aug 25 (0)
        
        where did I "yell" at you? I asked a specific question and asked for you to show a way to "confirm" your perception, that's all: - Peek a Boo 16:48 Aug 25 (1)
        
        I wasn't speaking about this thread. Sorry I didn't save all the others. m - TJ 17:08 Aug 25 (0)
        
        Thank you for this - - Debra in CO 10:51 Aug 25 (0)
    - I agree....we all live and learn....I love reading other experiences...it gives me great ideas! NT - Tammy 9:13 Aug 25 (1)
      - I agree too- its wonderful to read about everyones idea (WTM or a derivation!) (nt) - Jessica 10:03 Aug 25 (0)
  - Sorry, I still love and subscribe to the WTM, I was just curious. nm - Lisa B 9:03 Aug 25 (1)
    - Please don't apologize. Many of us who take a more language-centered view of classical ed are also big fans of WTM. You did absolutely *nothing* wrong. nt - abbeyej 15:46 Aug 25 (0)
- Re: Okay, you've got me thinking...Pensguys and those that subscribe to the Latin-centered education... - onecent 7:50 Aug 25 (4)
  - Never mind! I know that it's Classical Writing...now to find out WHAT it is!(nt) - onecent 7:56 Aug 25 (1)
    - Here is the link.... - Tammy 7:58 Aug 25 (0)
  - CW stands for Classical Writing...a curriculum that is widely popular here. - sarahb 7:54 Aug 25 (1)
    - Thanks Sarah - I must've figured it out as you were typing!!!(nt) - onecent 7:58 Aug 25 (0)

Anyone using WRTR - can you tell me the sounds for several ph. I am missing, or give me a yahoo group for WRTR? m - Anne Marie 0:41 Aug 25 (1)

Re: Anyone using WRTR - can you tell me the sounds for several ph. I am missing, or give me a yahoo group for WRTR? m - Pat in Tenn 15:06 Aug 25 (0)

Has anyone used The Grammar of Spelling by Matt Whitling? Looks interesting. nt - Lisa B 0:31 Aug 25 (0)

Supplemental drill for Singapore? (m) - Lucy 0:24 Aug 25 (7)

We use a variety of things Calculadders, Singapore CDs (dd love these), Quartermile, RightStart Math games, and free online math games (m) - Gita 8:27 Aug 25 (0)
We use calculadders, flashcards, and RS math games...nt - KarenC 7:42 Aug 25 (2)
- What are the RS math games? Is that Right Start or Rod and Staff? nt - bbunch 8:43 Aug 25 (1)
  - Right Start math games.... nt - KarenC 9:53 Aug 25 (0)
per Brenda's suggestion, my guys like Quarter Mile Math software :-) nt - Peek a Boo -but i don't use Singapore :-P 2:18 Aug 25 (0)
We're using Calculadders. nt - Lisa B 0:32 Aug 25 (1)
- We are too. nt - Brenda on Olympic Peninsula w/ 4ds 2:02 Aug 25 (0)

Flash Facts question... - Kisa in CA 23:58 Aug 24 (0)

Where is the cheapest place to buy Jump Start Spanish? Thanks! nt - Sam 23:33 Aug 24 (1)

The company that markets these used to offer them periodically for $5. (nt) - Regena in KY 22:17 Aug 25 (0)

Question about Phonetic Zoo Level A - Gita 23:22 Aug 24 (2)

We just began Phonetic Zoo A as well, - Lisa D. 10:06 Aug 25 (1)
- Lisa, thanks! We only on leson 1 also, and I am finding the same thing (m) - Gita 10:26 Aug 25 (0)

Pensguys, about CW - Aesop - Jasmine 23:17 Aug 24 (4)

some quick links for you... - Susan in SoCal 19:19 Aug 25 (1)
- Susan- thanks for the post and link - I appreciate it! (nt) - Jasmine 21:27 Aug 25 (0)
Jasmine, I'll be able to answer you later today...someone else feel free to help. nt - Pensguys 12:44 Aug 25 (1)
- Pensguys, that's fine, you can reply whenever you have time!! (nt) - Jasmine 13:27 Aug 25 (0)

Looking at Shurley Grammar level 4 please help, what do I need - Jenileigh 22:54 Aug 24 (5)

I have been using Shurley (m) - mom2fourboys 0:26 Aug 25 (4)
- My children would shriek if I got the practice book - they *love* to work at the dry erase board. I like the time-saving factor tho. - lisaj, 7 4Heaven, no Practice books allowed here :) 14:56 Aug 25 (0)
- I totally agree -- I would spring for the Practice Book! nt - Cris in NY 10:07 Aug 25 (0)
- Thanks ladies, I added this to the set!!! nt - Jenileigh 9:17 Aug 25 (0)
- Agree. I got the practice book, and am glad I did. nt - GVA 7:31 Aug 25 (0)

I use MUS with my kindergarten dd - can anyone rec a bk w/ activities or what they use to add to this so I can make 1 day a wk fun for her? m - Pster 22:37 Aug 24 (2)

My ds just started Alpha and loves Addition the Fun Way, too. - Yvette S. 16:13 Aug 25 (0)
How about Flash Cards, Dice games, Dominoes, Games - Mama Owl 22:55 Aug 24 (0)

Abeka "A Handbook for reading" ???? - Smc in Canada 21:59 Aug 24 (5)

Re: Abeka "A Handbook for reading" ???? - michele in Ohio 11:39 Aug 25 (1)
- Re: Abeka "A Handbook for reading" ???? - michele in Ohio 11:44 Aug 25 (0)
We love this little book! It can also be used for copywork.(nt) - Tami 8:46 Aug 25 (0)
actually this book could be used alone to teach - hsm 22:54 Aug 24 (1)
- I agree. - Peek a Boo -die hard Handbook fan, lol! 2:25 Aug 25 (0)

Jenny In McKinney TX, one more thought about SWR and TOPG - Laurie 21:56 Aug 24 (0)

Anyone used TOPS Primary lentils or Get A Grip job boxes? Looking at it for K ds. TIA nt - Holly in N NV 21:54 Aug 24 (1)

I got Get Grip last year for my then 1st and 5th graders - Mariah 8:11 Aug 25 (0)

Barb, about the writing in the ETC pre-primer workbooks (brining this up from below)... - Lea 20:52 Aug 24 (1)

Thanks Lea! I can't wait to get my HWT:o) nm - BarbinTN 21:55 Aug 24 (0)

Are the Classical Writing texts secular? If so, would you consider them "Christian friendly?" - Donna T. 19:45 Aug 24 (2)

CW is authored by Christian women, and the program is both Christian and non-Christian "friendly..." - Susan in SoCal 20:21 Aug 24 (1)
- Thanks, Susan! - Donna T. 21:03 Aug 24 (0)

my issues with Prima Latin CD have nothing to do with her southern accent... (more) - dcd 19:38 Aug 24 (16)

I believe this is explained in the TM.... - Heather in ON 22:57 Aug 24 (12)
- "Complex rules"??? - Désirée 9:16 Aug 25 (1)
  - thank you for the chart... i must revisit later as i am off to teach... i have a question or two already! (nt) - dcd 10:31 Aug 25 (0)
- so--it's really "ambyoolo" and "Jezus," and not "ambulo" or "Jesus?"... - dcd 23:19 Aug 24 (9)
  - No. - Désirée 9:34 Aug 25 (0)
  - Okay, I'm pretty sure Jesus is pronounces Yay-soos...nt - Julieofsardis 0:07 Aug 25 (7)
    - yes--so am i... so the idea that some of the sounds are from advanced levels does not apply to "JeZus." i'll stop now... people probably think i'm crazy for being such a stickler... (nt) - dcd 0:11 Aug 25 (6)
      - And I was taught there is no such sound as "yoo" in Latin either. I guess the fact that no one is speaking it comes into play and it may not matter in the end. nt - Pam in MA 7:15 Aug 25 (5)
        
        It matters if you are singing it, or giving responses at Mass... - Désirée 9:27 Aug 25 (4)
        
        It doesn't really matter... - Wendy 12:18 Aug 25 (3)
        
        I know what you are saying, but... - Désirée 19:45 Aug 25 (2)
        
        Trying again... - Wendy 22:18 Aug 25 (1)
        
        I think we agree with each other, but... - Désirée 8:42 Aug 26 (0)
Re: my issues with Prima Latin CD have nothing to do with her southern accent... (more) - profmom 22:26 Aug 24 (0)
I had the same concerns. . . (m) - Pam in MA 20:29 Aug 24 (1)
- We noticed the inconsistencies and - LH 21:09 Aug 24 (0)

Story of the World - LisainMO 19:26 Aug 24 (5)

Re: Story of the World - lisainMO 15:15 Aug 25 (0)
Here's a link that may help - Gita 22:39 Aug 24 (0)
Supplement with suggestions from All Through the Ages. nt - Pam in MA 20:30 Aug 24 (0)
This year I'm going to try -m - Kathie in VA 20:07 Aug 24 (1)
- Excellent book!!! I use this all the time.nt - momofboys 20:11 Aug 24 (0)

Ladies, what is the form of be?? (grammar stuff) - Kim 18:52 Aug 24 (8)

"To do is to be" [Socrates] "To Be is to Do" [Sartre]; Do-be-do-be-do. [Sinatra] LOL! there! [m] - Pique a Boo 2:32 Aug 25 (2)
- ROTFL! :-) [nm] - Andee 13:51 Aug 25 (0)
- Clever! LOL!! nt - KJB at Eielson AFB 3:18 Aug 25 (0)
Re: just what I was looking for....THANK YOU! - Kim 22:31 Aug 24 (0)
Maybe you want to know the meaning of the forms of be... - Anita 19:56 Aug 24 (0)
Do you need - Laura in MO 18:56 Aug 24 (2)
- Verbs of being? - dm3boys 19:02 Aug 24 (1)
  - Actually, this list is the helping verbs. The "to be" verbs are the first eight ... - Brenda 19:45 Aug 24 (0)

Question about 1st grade life science - April 18:32 Aug 24 (6)

Janice VanCleave has some great 'animal' experiments.... - Stacia in GA 0:17 Aug 25 (0)
Just a tip - the Animal Life for Children videos include simple hands on projects if you are looking for more experiment type things. more - Brenda in FL 23:51 Aug 24 (0)
Re: Question about 1st grade life science - Jen in NC 19:21 Aug 24 (3)
- Where do you get info on making a worm habitat, ant farm and raising sea monkeys? (nt) - April 19:39 Aug 24 (2)
  - Check out insectlore.com for some neat kits (more) - KJB at Eielson AFB 3:27 Aug 25 (1)
    - Thanks! I've already got their butterfly and ladybug kits, but I didn't know they also do ant farms and sea monkeys!! - April 12:00 Aug 25 (0)

Rod & Staff Spelling - Donna T. 18:16 Aug 24 (6)

Re: Rod & Staff Spelling - Tracey in cal 19:26 Aug 24 (3)
- Tracey, how long did your daily spelling lessons take? (nt) - Donna T. 19:33 Aug 24 (2)
  - Re: Tracey, how long did your daily spelling lessons take? (nt) - Tracey in cal 19:52 Aug 24 (1)
    - Thanks! (nt) - Donna T. 21:05 Aug 24 (0)
We used it last year for 2nd and will continue with it (m) - StacyTea 19:06 Aug 24 (1)
- Thanks, Stacy! Sounds good. (nt) - Donna T. 19:31 Aug 24 (0)

If you use Classical Writing Aesop for writing (3rd grade), do you still do a grammar program as well? TIA nt - Kim in NV 18:03 Aug 24 (7)

The grammar is in there so we do that and Latin and that's it. nt - PEnsguys 21:46 Aug 24 (0)
I do (R&S 4 for us), but I know there are others who use CW and *Latin* for grammar in 3rd (nt) - Jennifer in FL (formerly in TX) 21:08 Aug 24 (0)
We've been using Voyages in English along with CW. nt - Pam in MA 20:32 Aug 24 (0)
It's entirely up to you! There's certainly *enough* grammar included in CW... - Susan in SoCal 18:54 Aug 24 (0)
We do. - Janice in NJ 18:21 Aug 24 (2)
- Ditto on "depends on how much momma' knows AND how many other things are crowding the child's schedule" nt - RT 8:08 Aug 25 (0)
- This is what I'm finding... - Heather in VA 18:27 Aug 24 (0)

Kindergarten program - drewsmama 17:56 Aug 24 (12)

Re: Kindergarten program - Heather 17:51 Aug 25 (0)
My Father's World... - GVA 20:54 Aug 24 (1)
- Kicking myself for not choosing this...it looks great! NT - Shay 15:30 Aug 25 (0)
If boxed, BJU. If ecclectic, here's what we did... (m) - OhElizabeth 20:10 Aug 24 (0)
Here's what we will do for K next year...(m) - Julia in Sk. 19:49 Aug 24 (0)
We used Five In A Row and a phonics program along with daily rhymes, classical music, and read-alouds.(nt) - Tami 19:19 Aug 24 (1)
- Ditto, to the above, plus added in some SL literature selections. nm - Taz & Storm's Mom 21:21 Aug 24 (0)
We love Calvert's Kindergarten - margaret 18:24 Aug 24 (1)
- Same here! n/t - one_l_michele 12:27 Aug 25 (0)
Here's what I did last year with my 5yo boy and it workded great... - April 18:20 Aug 24 (1)
- Oops...I can't spell (nt) - April who can't spell "worked" today 18:21 Aug 24 (0)
Re: Kindergarten program - Donna T. 18:07 Aug 24 (0)

Does anyone use A REason for Spelling. Can you tell me about it? (m) - 4galmom 17:51 Aug 24 (2)

Here is another link to reviews of this program. - Beth in TN 20:50 Aug 24 (0)
You might find this helpful (m) - Kate CA 18:48 Aug 24 (0)

Music Exams m - Janet in GA 17:45 Aug 24 (5)

Re: We do Music Exam - cm 11:03 Aug 25 (0)
Piano Guild is a standard audition program here in the US (m) - Beth in OH 8:23 Aug 25 (0)
I believe the RCM actually does exams in some U.S. cities but I'm not sure about GA... - Heather in ON 23:02 Aug 24 (1)
- Thanks! I'll check it out! nt - Janet in GA 8:00 Aug 25 (0)
Not sure about exams, but my kids' piano teacher belongs to an association that . . . - Kimm in WA 19:03 Aug 24 (0)

literature study for 8th grader - hpymomof3 17:07 Aug 24 (1)

Have you seen The Well Educated Mind by SWB? (m) - Brit 19:09 Aug 24 (0)

After a switch from Spelling Workout to Spelling Power a year ago, I just don't know if I have it in me to continue with SP. Please advise..... - 4galmom 16:55 Aug 24 (3)

I simplified SP....m - Peela 22:02 Aug 24 (0)
I'd suggest sticking with SP for the ages of your kids because . .. - Kimm in WA 19:07 Aug 24 (0)
do you do any type of "drilling" with the rules? in other words, (more) - dcd 19:05 Aug 24 (0)

About Sonlight Curriculum...I really like what I see but am wondering if it is TOO much info at once? - casey 16:51 Aug 24 (5)

Ask anyone about Sonlight and they will say it's all about the books.... - Dana in OR 20:13 Aug 25 (0)
another comment ... - Kim 11:21 Aug 25 (0)
We never thought so . . . - strider 17:28 Aug 24 (2)
- Casey, you simply can't beat their IGs and literature seletion - TheresaY 20:24 Aug 24 (1)
  - and you don't HAVE to do it all, in fact aren't supposed to... - Lori D. 20:45 Aug 24 (0)

Rod & Staff grammar users: (m) - PariSarah in NC 16:33 Aug 24 (8)

Thanks ladies . . . - PariSarah 12:18 Aug 25 (0)
My reason for using the tm is to have the review. - Lolly 18:28 Aug 24 (1)
- As a former HS English teacher, my reasons are the same as stated here. nt - Debi in IL 7:01 Aug 25 (0)
I've done both.... m - Janet in GA 17:38 Aug 24 (0)
I'm glad I have the TM. nm - 4galmom 17:35 Aug 24 (0)
I use the TM for the same reason as Jean and one other... - Karen 16:57 Aug 24 (0)
I debated this too, here's why I am glad I got the tm... - Terri in MN 16:51 Aug 24 (0)
I certainly makes it easy to correct the work-- - Jean in Wisc. 16:49 Aug 24 (0)

I want my 6th grader to begin notetaking from texts..... - AlisonP 16:18 Aug 24 (5)

I can tell you what I have done - Jean in Wisc. 16:51 Aug 24 (1)
- Great idea! Thanks for sharing your wisdom. nt - Karen 17:00 Aug 24 (0)
Have you read the WTM? (m) - Jill, OK in VA 16:22 Aug 24 (1)
- Yes, I read it.Yikes I forgot that was covered.Thanks! nt - ALisonP 16:23 Aug 24 (0)
TWTM covers this process in great detail.... - Terri in MN 16:21 Aug 24 (0)

Why choose Teaching the Classics? -m - Kathie in VA 16:06 Aug 24 (4)

You don't do it with ALL the books.... - Cathy in CA 17:24 Aug 24 (0)
It's that "simply discussed" part that I am stuck on..... - Karen in TX 17:07 Aug 24 (2)
- actually on page 345 of the revised edit. of TWTM, they included questions similar to some of the Socratic Method questions... (NT) - dcd 19:14 Aug 24 (1)
  - This is what I'm wondering about -m - Kathie in VA 1:23 Aug 25 (0)

8th grade writing - hpymomof3 15:59 Aug 24 (5)

Re: 8th grade writing - Tracey in Cal 19:49 Aug 24 (4)
- Here's the web site for WriteShop ... - Brenda 19:54 Aug 24 (0)
- Re: 8th grade writing - hpymomof3 19:54 Aug 24 (2)
  - A few reviews of WriteShop - Kim 11:29 Aug 25 (0)
  - Re: 8th grade writing - Tracey in Cal 20:38 Aug 24 (0)

What age for First Men of Rome? sm - Lyanne 15:48 Aug 24 (3)

Thanks! I decided to ask ds... - Lyanne 12:44 Aug 25 (0)
My ds enjoys it... - abbeyej 18:16 Aug 24 (0)
Well,.... - Pensguys 16:07 Aug 24 (0)

We went on a nature walk...Im tired...do you think I can just - Mama Owl 15:46 Aug 24 (5)

We do our "other" school first so that... - Donna A. 1:01 Aug 25 (1)
- P.S. I should mention that we can only handle this once a week! LOL. nt - Donna A. 1:02 Aug 25 (0)
No, never ,school come first........... - Butterfly 16:55 Aug 24 (0)
Or just take a nap and call it a day!! nt - Ellen 15:58 Aug 24 (1)
- I second this!! Release yourself from the guilt and take a nap! nt - Cris in NY 16:48 Aug 24 (0)

Spelling vs. Vocabulary - Ron in Nor Cal 15:17 Aug 24 (7)

Vocabulary From Classical Roots etc. - Ron in Nor Cal 19:18 Aug 24 (1)
- My 11 1/2yo ds is using Megawords for spelling... - Lea 20:39 Aug 24 (0)
A couple of thoughts . . . - Kimm in WA 19:16 Aug 24 (0)
We had same issues with SW. This year my 10yo dd is... - Terri in MN 16:15 Aug 24 (0)
We use Latin as our vocab program. nt - Pensguys 15:59 Aug 24 (1)
- Same here, along with literature selections.(nt) - Tami 14:00 Aug 25 (0)
I have been wondering the same thing!! My boys enjoy the activity pages, but there is no challenge there. nt. - Debi in IL 15:21 Aug 24 (0)

I want to start dd12 on Traditional Logic--which supplies do I need? m... - Idahospud 15:08 Aug 24 (1)

Well... - Old Mother West Wind 10:44 Aug 25 (0)

Wait a minute! What is this about the Prima Latina cd errors in pronunciation? (m) - ~Rebecca~ 15:08 Aug 24 (9)

And what about the DVD? - Donelda 16:13 Aug 24 (2)
- Re: And what about the DVD? - Debra in CO 17:08 Aug 24 (1)
  - Thanks. - Donelda 19:34 Aug 24 (0)
I think most has to do with her southern pronunciation....what I did... - Pensguys 16:03 Aug 24 (1)
- Yes, I think I understand what you're saying. Hope that's not too much of a pain! Thanks for the tip! nt - ~Rebecca~ 19:09 Aug 24 (0)
We are now in LC-2 - LH 15:28 Aug 24 (3)
- yes--i do happen to be a stickler about certain things... pronunciation happens to be one of them... (more) - dcd 19:49 Aug 24 (1)
  - Stickler is good :) I suppose I just didn't have the time or inclination to worry/change/look into - LH 10:20 Aug 25 (0)
- lol...thanks! nt - ~Rebecca~ 19:05 Aug 24 (0)

One final question about OPR plz:o) - BarbinTN 14:41 Aug 24 (4)

OK --I give up -- what the blazes is OPR???? - casey 16:52 Aug 24 (1)
- I think it's just shorthand for Ordinary Parents' Guide to Teaching Reading - nt - Yvette in CA 17:07 Aug 24 (0)
We are on lesson 31..... - Angela in NY 16:19 Aug 24 (1)
- Thanks Angela! You have told me EXACTLY what I needed to know! Blessings, Barb nm - BarbinTN 16:36 Aug 24 (0)

Um, yeah, I pretty much hate teaching reading.... - Yevrah 14:32 Aug 24 (22)

I've said it before and I'll say it again: Reading Made Easy (by Valerie Bendt) really *is* EASY! And fun! And requires no ridiculous drilling either, by the way. I can't recommend it highly enough! (nt) - Colleen 4:07 Aug 26 (0)
Thanks for writing this. I could have written myself!! Loving all the responses. nt - Mariah 8:45 Aug 25 (0)
I'll teach reading if you'll teach math :-) My 8yo is *just* starting to read somewhat fluently [m] - Peek a Boo 2:35 Aug 25 (0)
A few thoughts (more) - KJB at Eielson AFB 20:17 Aug 24 (2)
- Ha ha, I had a Money Reader - Crystal in WA 1:55 Aug 25 (0)
- Wow. Thanks for this.... - Yevrah 21:54 Aug 24 (0)
Re: Um, yeah, I pretty much hate teaching reading.... - Kathie in VA 16:19 Aug 24 (0)
Another thought... - Sonya in TX 16:07 Aug 24 (2)
- I'll second this... - Debra in CO 16:25 Aug 24 (1)
  - Cool. I"ll remember this! (sm) - Yevrah 21:57 Aug 24 (0)
I wonder if perhaps a different book would work for you. (m) - Elaine 16:00 Aug 24 (1)
- Yes, I think Colleen uses this (m) - Yevrah 21:58 Aug 24 (0)
This may not be popular here, but have you considered this? - lovemykids 15:22 Aug 24 (2)
- This is interesting because - Yevrah 22:03 Aug 24 (1)
  - Re: This is interesting because - Susie in CA 11:08 Aug 25 (0)
my kids have both enjoyed "the short vowel shuffle"... - abbeyej 14:48 Aug 24 (2)
- OOOoooo fun! We definitely will benefit form some wiggling! (sm) - Yevrah 22:05 Aug 24 (0)
- Short Vowel Shuffle is a hit at our house... - Arch At Home 15:08 Aug 24 (0)
Just a thought... - OhElizabeth 14:46 Aug 24 (1)
- Thanks for this (m) - Yevrah 22:09 Aug 24 (0)
How old is he? - kbm 14:42 Aug 24 (1)
- He's 6. We've been at it seriously for about 5 months and this is the first real 'road block' we've hit. nm - Yevrah 22:06 Aug 24 (0)

I need a survey course of World history for middle school dc. Is Mystery of History a fit? The 3rd volume will cover up till when in history? thanks so much (more) - Another Karen 14:07 Aug 24 (2)

You might consider "Story of Mankind" ... - Terri in MN 16:20 Aug 24 (0)
World History - Jean in Wisc. 14:43 Aug 24 (0)

help! switching to My Fathers World or SL??? - betsy molitor 14:01 Aug 24 (1)

Both are so good!! - Donna T. 16:13 Aug 24 (0)

Is Right Start a complete math program or just entry way? m - Jennifer in MD 13:49 Aug 24 (2)

I asked this very same question before taking the plunge... - dm3boys 19:13 Aug 24 (0)
RS has levels A-E which correspond roughly to... - OhElizabeth 14:10 Aug 24 (0)

I have to give two big THUMBS UP to BJU English... - Heather in VA 13:49 Aug 24 (2)

oh, Yeah! Always such joy to find something that works! (m) - Andee 20:33 Aug 24 (0)
That's great, Heather :-) nt - StacyTea 13:57 Aug 24 (0)

Can't elementary science be learned by reading, narrations only--with NO hands-on experiments? ugh. - Karen in MI 13:47 Aug 24 (15)

I can so relate....m - Peela 22:23 Aug 24 (1)
- I am having the same problem. - Jill 0:38 Aug 25 (0)
Here's another "Yes, but..." - Laura in MO 19:22 Aug 24 (0)
Yes, BUT... - Tami 18:17 Aug 24 (0)
FWIW, my husband and I are both scientists (I am a mommy at home, though) and I have avoided doing hands-on science experiments (m) - Nanci in WA 17:25 Aug 24 (0)
Here's my .02 cents :) - kbm 14:49 Aug 24 (5)
- What an inspiring post! Thanks, Beth.(nt) - Tami 18:21 Aug 24 (0)
- Well rats, let me add another thing :) - kbm 18:11 Aug 24 (0)
- I tried that.... but my kids don't seem to be all that scientific! - shanmar 14:59 Aug 24 (2)
  - Ah... well, mine don't follow any rules. - kbm 15:45 Aug 24 (1)
    - Oops, that's embarrassing. - kbm 15:46 Aug 24 (0)
Certainly :) NT - LH 14:23 Aug 24 (0)
I can never seem to do experiments either - Debra in CO 14:17 Aug 24 (0)
My thoughts (m) - StacyTea 14:12 Aug 24 (1)
- This is wonderful advice, Stacy! nt - Ria 14:24 Aug 24 (0)

HootOwl, I have to tell you... - Kisa in CA 13:46 Aug 24 (0)

Can someone give me some tips to help my 6 year old like narration better... - Heather in VA 13:20 Aug 24 (3)

what we do... - Corby 13:30 Aug 24 (0)
Someone on this board mentioned a really fun idea...a narration jar.. (m). - renee ( also in va) 13:26 Aug 24 (1)
- Another idea to add to the jar... - Terri in MN 16:24 Aug 24 (0)

Question about afterschooling classical education? HOW do you find the time? Any suggestions? - GingerM 13:12 Aug 24 (10)

what I do - AmiNC 13:38 Aug 25 (1)
- Ami is my ASing idol ;) - Sharon in St. Louis 14:20 Aug 25 (0)
Pick-and-choose... - GVA 8:43 Aug 25 (0)
You might consider SOTW CDs. Great for the car. nt - katie 4 21:05 Aug 24 (0)
Hey! If you are gonna come back here and post, remember those NTs! (don't worry everyone.....m) - Pensguys (aka NT Fairy) 14:46 Aug 24 (2)
- Oops!! I forgot! LOL! NT. - GingerM 16:58 Aug 24 (1)
  - Hi, Ginger! *waving* nt - Yvette in CA 17:05 Aug 24 (0)
On weekends & summer break since I worked 3-4 days from home. In addition, only pick a few subjects . M - Taz & Storm's Mom 13:36 Aug 24 (2)
- Need to clarify: by cutting out the 2 hours of TV ds watched most days, he netted 5 hours of time for afterschooling & self-directed projects. nm - Taz & storm's MOm 13:40 Aug 24 (1)
  - Thanks, this is a really helpful post! nt. - GingerM 13:42 Aug 24 (0)

Can anyone tell me why OPR doesn't DRILL blends? I am - BarbinTN 12:45 Aug 24 (10)

I think it depends on the child. m - Noel 17:46 Aug 24 (1)
- Thanks Noel! I really would like it to be simple! nm - BarbinTN 18:12 Aug 24 (0)
Honestly, blends are totally redundant. - Lolly 16:16 Aug 24 (5)
- I agree. I always wondered why this was taught... - Mama Owl 22:29 Aug 24 (0)
- Thanks Lolly! Which program did you use? PP or OPR? m - BarbinTN 18:15 Aug 24 (3)
  - Actually, those are two of the few I haven't used! - Lolly 18:37 Aug 24 (2)
    - Aaahh, a woman after my own heart <grin> ...I love trying - BarbinTN 18:55 Aug 24 (1)
      - Okay! I think it shoud be practiced both ways. - Lolly 19:23 Aug 24 (0)
Not familiar with OPGTR...but have you looked at Phonics Pathways? The small amount of focus on 'blends' right at the beginning is just about right for me and my crew, so far. nt - Jill, OK in VA 13:00 Aug 24 (1)
- Thanks Jill, I have been looking at that as well..Just afraid to jump out of the phonics "box"; kwim? nm - BarbinTN 14:24 Aug 24 (0)

Would BJU Science grades 5 & 6 be too difficult for a 4th grader to understand? nt - Karen3, again 12:39 Aug 24 (1)

Probably... - GVA 14:31 Aug 24 (0)

Daily Grams with Easy Grammar for grades 3/4? Is this a really good combo? - Karen3 12:32 Aug 24 (1)

Yes. We did the combo last year. It worked very well. nt - Lisa B 13:42 Aug 24 (0)

Does anyone remember a CBD discount code posted last week? - faith 12:29 Aug 24 (5)

Thanks Lisa, Blessings to you and yours!! - faith 19:22 Aug 24 (0)
Thanks Lisa, Blessings to you and yours!! - faith 19:22 Aug 24 (0)
I believe this is good until the end of August... - Lisa in MO 14:02 Aug 24 (2)
- Re: I believe this is good until the end of August... - Staceyin FL 18:51 Aug 24 (1)
  - 10% off any order of $35 or more. nft - mom2abcd 21:16 Aug 24 (0)

Have you used Winston Grammar or Simply Grammar? - Susan in MS 12:17 Aug 24 (4)

Re: Have you used Winston Grammar or Simply Grammar? - faith 12:31 Aug 24 (3)
- Re: Have you used Winston Grammar or Simply Grammar? - Susan in MS 14:54 Aug 24 (2)
  - yes, repeat different methods. I think winston has more practice and reinforcements. - faith 19:19 Aug 24 (1)
    - Re: yes, repeat different methods. I think winston has more practice and reinforcements. - Susan in MS 17:03 Aug 25 (0)

Math activities for 4 year old - SLB 12:15 Aug 24 (4)

If you're interested in some books... (link) - lea 1:22 Aug 25 (0)
Poking around in the library one day last year I found... - Terri in MN 16:39 Aug 24 (0)
some ideas... - OhElizabeth 14:07 Aug 24 (0)
My 4 yr old learned to play Uno and Go Fish. Use number cards for Go fish, instead of picture cards. nt - dm3boys 12:18 Aug 24 (0)

bought SOTW, do I also need Usborne and Kingfisher??? - Jennifer 11:46 Aug 24 (9)

Since Kingfisher's Ancient World book is basically just the first part of their whole thing, you *might* - Peek a Boo 2:39 Aug 25 (0)
I found a great book to go along with this... - Robin in DFW 12:44 Aug 24 (1)
- They sell this at Sam's Club, too, for less than $6. (nt) - lovemykids 13:00 Aug 24 (0)
If you have a very visually-oriented child, get at least one of them - lovemykids 12:18 Aug 24 (1)
- Definitely if the child is visually oriented get them... - Arch At Home 14:38 Aug 24 (0)
You dont need it but it is nice to have <more> - JGEMom 12:04 Aug 24 (1)
- It's also nice to have if you didn't get to the library to pick up extra reading, you can assign reading from KF. nt - RT 8:28 Aug 25 (0)
I agree, I have SOTW and Usborne, and so far... - April 11:59 Aug 24 (0)
If I were you, I would just get Kingfisher. Here's why... - Carol in Cal. 11:53 Aug 24 (0)

Poll: How do you cover Reading in your homeschool? Do you use a reading program or just library books? (m) - StacyTea 11:37 Aug 24 (22)

Lots of good advice here...Thanks everyone :-) nt - StacyTea 19:25 Aug 24 (0)
Library books and discussion.(nt) - Tami 18:03 Aug 24 (0)
Nothing formal after Phonics/Spelling - mama Owl 15:47 Aug 24 (0)
Living books & ... - Taz & Storm's Mom 14:16 Aug 24 (0)
Stacy, I've got good news... - Kisa in Ca 13:26 Aug 24 (0)
This is one thing I appreciate about Sonlight (m) - Yvette S. 13:01 Aug 24 (0)
No formal program-SL and TOG user-dd tests at 99% in comprehension.nt - Holly in N NV 12:59 Aug 24 (0)
Our Reading Program - Janice in NJ 12:51 Aug 24 (3)
- Yes! I consider reading the backbone of our homeschooling, but we do not use a formal program. Great post, Janice :) nm - Deb in PA 15:19 Aug 24 (0)
- For the record, my ds is reading library books (fiction, non-fiction) daily in addition to our BJU Reading program. nt - StacyTea 14:01 Aug 24 (1)
  - Cool! Sounds like you've got the best of both worlds, Stacy! - Janice in NJ 15:55 Aug 24 (0)
I start w/ Rod&Staff Phonics and Reading level 1...then we move on to library books at or above grade level. nt - Heather in OK 12:46 Aug 24 (0)
I've done both... - Désirée 12:39 Aug 24 (1)
- oops, that did not really answer the question, did it? - Désirée 12:44 Aug 24 (0)
BJU Reading was becoming torture for us... - Wendy 12:35 Aug 24 (0)
Progeny Press guides (& other literature guides) nt - Beth in TN 12:21 Aug 24 (0)
FIAR for the littles and the library for history. I like the lists from Sonlight, LLATL but do not use these programs. - dm3boys 12:17 Aug 24 (0)
This is what I do... - SFS 12:16 Aug 24 (0)
We just read. (m) - KPzz 12:13 Aug 24 (0)
Just reading great books and stories and write narrations. nt - Susie in CA 12:08 Aug 24 (0)
Teaching the Classics. There have been several recent discussions on this and the general board recently . linkds, o/w nt. - KPM 11:48 Aug 24 (0)
I do BJU Reading Booklinks through the summer .... - Jen P 11:43 Aug 24 (0)

Does anyone use SRA Specific Skills for reading? If so, please review. nt - StacyTea 11:33 Aug 24 (3)

I am using them. So far, they have been wonderful. - Lolly 16:30 Aug 24 (0)
This series if often used by special education teachers - Claire 15:07 Aug 24 (1)
- Oh, and the SRA booklets - Claire 15:09 Aug 24 (0)

Is there an easier way of figuring out exclaim sentences?? - blatylcas 11:24 Aug 24 (3)

relax - more than one answer can be correct! for example - katilac 16:30 Aug 24 (0)
hmmm... these all express feelings/opinions... we often call exclamatory sentences "feeling" sentences... - Lori D. 11:47 Aug 24 (0)
I agree - what exclamatory sentences they are! LOL (m) - angela in ohio 11:38 Aug 24 (0)

If you're tempted by the advertising push by Tutorbots/ Einstein/ Grace/ Morningstar Academies... - Paula H 11:21 Aug 24 (3)

Howie Mandel as in the comedian? hmmm... nt. - dm3boys 13:04 Aug 24 (0)
I got curious and went to their website yesterday.... - Heather in OH 12:14 Aug 24 (0)
They created a nightmare here in PA. - Ria 11:28 Aug 24 (0)

I need curriculum suggestions for a friend - something with very little teacher prep - Christina in OR 10:57 Aug 24 (12)

thanks everyone - Our time together was great - Christina in OR 16:25 Aug 24 (0)
I know a mom who didn't finish high school but homeschooled her dc and did an awesome job! (m) - OhElizabeth 14:30 Aug 24 (0)
Our kids' education shouldn't be dependent on our own or we'd all be "up a creek w/o .... - Cathy in CA 12:44 Aug 24 (0)
Re: I need curriculum suggestions for a friend - something with very little teacher prep - tutuhippos 12:37 Aug 24 (0)
Do you think she can manage? - KPzz 12:16 Aug 24 (5)
- sure, she can manage - - there are so many ways for hs'ing to work - katilac 16:53 Aug 24 (0)
- Kids don't NEED active instruction.... - Cathy in CA--who feels like "preaching to the choir" today 14:06 Aug 24 (1)
  - This is great. Thank you. nt - Jean 0:22 Aug 25 (0)
- She is teaching, just feeling inadequate - Christina in OR 13:00 Aug 24 (1)
  - Christina, you are a GOOD friend! Keep up the encouragement. (nt) - Donna T. 16:20 Aug 24 (0)
How about Calvert with the ATS service? nt - Holly in N NV 11:30 Aug 24 (0)
I'm using BJU for a few things this year... (not the DVD's though).. - Heather in VA 11:05 Aug 24 (0)

Ria, about science note-taking...how do you "teach" this skill? My dc want to write down word-for-word! nt - Karen3 10:09 Aug 24 (1)

I model note-taking for the kids (m) - Ria 11:11 Aug 24 (0)

Please help with phonics/reading instruction for 5 yos. I'm questioning my choice of curriculum. - angela&boys 10:03 Aug 24 (11)

Thank you all. Blessings! nt - angela&boys 17:58 Aug 24 (0)
I used SWR this past year with my 5 yod and it was great... (m) - OhElizabeth 14:38 Aug 24 (0)
Here's a wonderful resource, and it's free to boot! - PeggyS 13:23 Aug 24 (0)
Have you looked at VP Phonics Museum? m - Tap, tap, tap 12:47 Aug 24 (0)
Here is what I used.... combo of approaches... - dm3boys 12:45 Aug 24 (0)
I used Phonics Pathways with mine and it was GREAT!! My ds loved it. and is doing so well in reading and phonics, - TheresaP 12:13 Aug 24 (0)
We love the Explode the Code series for phonics - Jennifer 11:36 Aug 24 (0)
Hopefully this will help... - April (fairly new to the site, but not new to WTM) 10:46 Aug 24 (0)
Writing isn't important to learn phonics (but I'm not using your curr.) (m) - Sandy in CO (southmetromom) 10:18 Aug 24 (0)
Angela..I can't help you with the phonics part b/c I too am struggling with Abeka phonics; however - BarbinTN 10:12 Aug 24 (1)
- Barb... - angela&boys 10:30 Aug 24 (0)

Which do you recommend .... written narration or note-taking for a 6th grader? (m) - Beth in TN 5:03 Aug 24 (6)

We're still doing a combination. (m) - Jill, OK in VA 5:21 Aug 24 (1)
- Whoops, my final sentence wasn't really clear... - Jill, OK in VA 5:24 Aug 24 (0)
For science I'd suggest note-taking (m) - Ria 5:11 Aug 24 (2)
- Ria - can you give some advice on developing note-taking skills? (more) - Heather in VA 10:56 Aug 24 (1)
  - Read my post above and see if that helps! nt - Ria 11:13 Aug 24 (0)
Sorry for the spelling errors. I forgot to proof-read before posting. nt - Beth in TN 5:06 Aug 24 (0)

1st grade math - MUS - we're stuck and just drilling facts (m) - Sandy in CO (southmetromom) 3:12 Aug 24 (7)

Recommending this site again for = and - facts through 18 - Kay in IN 11:24 Aug 24 (2)
- Thank you! nt - Sandy in CO (southmetromom) 13:22 Aug 24 (0)
- That should read + and - facts! nt - Kay in IN 11:25 Aug 24 (0)
Thanks, everyone! Yes, a marathon... I'll remember that. Very helpful everyone. nt - Sandy in CO (southmetromom) 10:20 Aug 24 (0)
Re: 1st grade math - MUS - we're stuck and just drilling facts (m) - Janet 4:48 Aug 24 (0)
Well . . . (more) :o) - Terrie in Germany 4:45 Aug 24 (1)
- I agree...we are on beta at present...nt - l.dee 9:35 Aug 24 (0)

Looking for a Logic program to fit in between Mind Benders and Traditional Logic (m) - Joy 2:56 Aug 24 (9)

Is Critical Thinking considered in between? nt - Heather in VA 11:07 Aug 24 (1)
- Re: I am going to sell my Critical Thinking, Book 1, if you are interested. - Mom T. 7:37 Aug 25 (0)
I just bought Thinking Toolbox for my 6th grader. nt - LCGal 10:08 Aug 24 (0)
Art of Argument? nt - KarenH 6:10 Aug 24 (2)
- Have you used this? It looks really interesting. nt - Heather in VA 11:06 Aug 24 (1)
  - Yes, I used it a couple of years ago with my then 6th and 7th graders. We really enjoyed it... nt - KarenH 19:38 Aug 24 (0)
Fallacy Detective or Thinking Toolbox, but they are both distinctly Christian programs. - Michele in MN 5:56 Aug 24 (0)
We're going to use Fallacy Detective this year with my 7th grader (nt) - CynthiaOK 5:56 Aug 24 (0)
We use Dandylion logic series of 3 (Logic Countdown is the first) alongside Mindbenders and really like it. nt - Linda G in MO 5:36 Aug 24 (0)

KPzz, I *finally* got around to responding to your message below about dd's test scores in math. nt - Lucy 0:34 Aug 24 (0)

Have to share this FREE Math Facts Worksheet maker... - jac 21:55 Aug 23 (2)

Here's another: http://mathfactscafe.com/ - Lori D. 11:14 Aug 24 (0)
This is *superb* -- someone here recc. it last year. I second your endorsement. nt - Sandy in CO (southmetromom) 3:05 Aug 24 (0)

Prima Latina... how does one pronounce Sabbaoth? (nt) - dcd 21:45 Aug 23 (6)

Sah - bah - oath (nt) - BarbLA 21:51 Aug 23 (5)
- slight correction: Sah - bah - oat <<<T, not TH (NT) - Désirée 5:14 Aug 24 (3)
  - This is how I learned to pronounce it too, when I was singing a Latin Mass - nt - Yvette in CA 17:03 Aug 24 (0)
  - Re: slight correction: Sah - bah - oat <<<T, not TH (NT) - dcd 9:58 Aug 24 (1)
    - Yes, she is wrong... - Désirée 10:54 Aug 24 (0)
- thank you so much! (nt) - dcd 23:05 Aug 23 (0)

I'm covering both Apologia Astronomy and Botany this year. m - Mom2jrcsc 20:23 Aug 23 (9)

I'm doing Astronomy now, planning to start Botany mid-winter (m) - Debra in CO 20:37 Aug 23 (4)
- Just a thought if you do Botany in the winter... - Tap, tap, tap 20:57 Aug 23 (3)
  - Thanks :) - Debra in CO 9:19 Aug 24 (0)
  - Okay, so has anybody run into any problems with starting Botany now and finishing in the winter? m - Mom2jrcsc 21:31 Aug 23 (1)
    - With the light hut you will see the plants grow but you would have to make a pretty big one to see it produce veggies... small flowers will be fine - Tap, tap, tap 0:42 Aug 25 (0)
I read just yesterday on the yahoo group.... - Pensguys 20:28 Aug 23 (3)
- I'm not aware of this group. Can you give more info for joining? nt - Mom2jrcsc 20:55 Aug 23 (2)
  - I'm sorry...I meant to link that. nt - Pensguys 5:10 Aug 24 (0)
  - Link to group inside. - Beth in TN 4:28 Aug 24 (0)

Mindy (Former high school math teacher)....question about using Saxon and Singapore together...... - Tara in FL 20:06 Aug 23 (1)

I would be interested in finding out htis information too!!nt - momofboys 4:55 Aug 24 (0)

SOTW, Vol 2 & 3 sets on sale (link) - Kris in TN 19:31 Aug 23 (0)

Kindergarten Math??? - 2lilreds 19:29 Aug 23 (10)

We're in K5 doing Saxon 1 as well. (m) - EarleneW 12:33 Aug 24 (0)
We're in K-5, doing Saxon 1.... - dangermom 10:42 Aug 24 (0)
We've had this experience with K4 (m) - Mungo 4:12 Aug 24 (0)
Last year was my son was in Kindergarten and he flew through the Singapore books.(m) - Elaine 4:10 Aug 24 (0)
Last year was our first year of homeschooling (Kindergarten also) what we did... - Cindi in AZ 20:42 Aug 23 (0)
I'm not sure what you mean by "not technically required for K-5" - CED 20:06 Aug 23 (0)
Why not go ahead and get a good math curriculum? We used Right Start this past year for K5 and LOVED it!! nt - OhElizabeth 19:51 Aug 23 (3)
- Another "YAHOO!" for RightStart A for kindergarten! nt - dm3boys 12:53 Aug 24 (0)
- Us too! Us too! (waves hand wildly) dd says "math is a game" nt - GailV 5:23 Aug 24 (0)
- Oh yeah! I agree...we used it for K (and other grades) and ds loved it! nt - Pensguys 20:12 Aug 23 (0)

Can anyone comment on Kumon reading? - JenS 18:09 Aug 23 (2)

I don't know about their programming, but Barnes and Noble where I live has started carrying their workbooks. You could take a look at those.....(nt) - Regena in KY 22:21 Aug 25 (0)
I'm sure a kumon center would be willing to show you samples, but - LH 11:52 Aug 24 (0)

OK... you guys have really piqued my curiosity-- what exactly *is* CW Aesop? (m) - Jackie 18:02 Aug 23 (1)

Here is some info.... - Pensguys 18:31 Aug 23 (0)

Calvert Math Workbook destroyed - Alexandria 17:49 Aug 23 (4)

Where did you purchase? - MC 18:21 Aug 23 (3)
- Re: Where did you purchase? - Alexandria 18:26 Aug 23 (2)
  - Definitely call them. - kbm 18:38 Aug 23 (1)
    - Re: Definitely call them. - Alexandria 9:43 Aug 24 (0)

Is SWR or OPGTR better for an auditory, hands on learner? m - Ann in WA 17:38 Aug 23 (2)

SWR has elements to appeal to all the modalities... (m) - OhElizabeth 19:22 Aug 23 (1)
- Have you considered Sing, Spell, Read, and Write? (m) - Diane in SC 2:13 Aug 24 (0)

Am I short-changing my younger ds.... - Pensguys 17:32 Aug 23 (8)

Re: Am I short-changing my younger ds.... - Michelle L 5:55 Aug 24 (1)
- I do love what we are doing..... - Pensguys 15:02 Aug 24 (0)
Re: Am I short-changing my younger ds.... - Amy in Orlando (who was really heading to bed lol) 23:32 Aug 23 (1)
- what a thoughtful post... I enjoyed reading this... nt - dm3boys 13:09 Aug 24 (0)
Also on Friday's..... - Pensguys 19:49 Aug 23 (2)
- Re: Also on Friday's..... - Michelle L 5:59 Aug 24 (1)
  - Yep...team player for ds1. nt - Pensguys 14:54 Aug 24 (0)
Know what, I've got the opposite problem. This year has been eye opening to me... - CED 18:19 Aug 23 (0)

Does the newer Saxon 65 or so on teach the material any differently also does it give extra work? Compare old and new besides new being softcover.nt - JLynn in GA 17:10 Aug 23 (0)

Atelier Art questions . Please help!! - Lisa MN 17:09 Aug 23 (1)

Re: Atelier Art questions . Please help!! - Brenda in MA 17:47 Aug 23 (0)

re: Violin Homestudy course - Mary in N Branch, MN 16:29 Aug 23 (1)

Mary.... - Jacklyn 12:05 Aug 24 (0)

HELP! Rosetta Stone Student Management System is driving me nuts!! - Kimm in WA 16:15 Aug 23 (11)

It IS already set up for you - CALL THEM - Hallie 11:50 Aug 24 (1)
- (((THANK YOU!!!!!!!))))))) (more) - Kimm in WA 19:50 Aug 24 (0)
I hear you! I've given up on it, actually...(m) - Colleen 1:06 Aug 24 (0)
Re: HELP! Rosetta Stone Student Management System is driving me nuts!! - Brenda in MA 17:43 Aug 23 (1)
- THANKS for taking the time to type this out . . . - Kimm in WA 1:10 Aug 25 (0)
I need help, too! - Pam in MA 17:06 Aug 23 (0)
Call Tech support, they are awesome! nm - Lisa 16:34 Aug 23 (4)
- I've talked with them in the past, but my question is more . . . - Kimm in WA 16:50 Aug 23 (3)
  - I had the same problem last year...(M) - bbunch 19:27 Aug 23 (1)
    - Wouldn't I HAVE this version if I ordered the homeschool version? This is crazy . . . - Kimm in WA 20:00 Aug 23 (0)
  - They can answer that... - Deb in NJ 18:50 Aug 23 (0)

Anyone know a computer based Spanish language program that's more kid-friendly than Rosetta Stone? - Kay in Cal 15:58 Aug 23 (6)

The Learnables has a new computer program..anybody used it? nt - Amy in OH 17:48 Aug 23 (0)
SOS has an elementary spanish software program. - kbm 16:46 Aug 23 (0)
Kay, I think Jumpstart has one. nt - Pensguys 16:10 Aug 23 (3)
- Yes, Jumpstart does. Anyone tried the Spanish CD?? We've loved the K & 1st Grade CD's (they are VERY kid-friendly). nt - Cindi in AZ 18:35 Aug 23 (2)
  - We love the Spanish CD! (nt) - Regena in KY 22:22 Aug 25 (0)
  - Yes, my dd has it. (m) - Old Mother West Wind 18:47 Aug 23 (0)

Reading trouble with 10yr Son -any advice - AUdrey930 15:55 Aug 23 (6)

Get a copy of Reading Reflex by McGuiness - Nancy 15:19 Aug 24 (0)
THANKS - Audrey 13:53 Aug 24 (0)
My son sounds like JGE and Christina's sons (m) - Amy in Orlando 23:37 Aug 23 (0)
Re: Reading trouble with 10yr Son -any advice - DEbby B 20:57 Aug 23 (0)
I may be wrong.... - JGEMom 18:16 Aug 23 (0)
What has worked for my son..... - Christina in OH 16:36 Aug 23 (0)

I posted this on the Gen board accidently...wanted to share CW-Aesop..... - Pensguys 15:40 Aug 23 (11)

Is CW secular or Christian? Thanks! nt - dm3boys 12:59 Aug 24 (1)
- It's a program by a Christian team of authors...M - Taz & Storm's Mom 14:27 Aug 24 (0)
It kinda' reminds me of the curriculum - "Little by little does the trick" eh? Nice job! nt - Janice in NJ 3:11 Aug 24 (0)
Okay...could you tell me more about this? CW Aesop? - Julie in San Diego 21:22 Aug 23 (1)
- Julie, check a post up from here...I linked some sites. nt - Pensguys 10:24 Aug 24 (0)
That makes me even more eager for ours to arrive in the mail! nt - Nanci in WA 17:28 Aug 23 (0)
It's hard NOT to rave about this program, isn't it??? I LOVE it too :-) NT - Susan in SoCal 17:28 Aug 23 (0)
This is great :o) How old is he? You should post the final - Sumi 17:11 Aug 23 (1)
- He is almost 8.5. nt - Pensguys 17:20 Aug 23 (0)
Wow, Penny. This is excellent! :) - Ria 16:21 Aug 23 (1)
- Thanks!....m - Pensguys 16:30 Aug 23 (0)

Has anyone used the Memoria Press Christian studies course books? (m) - Elaine 15:30 Aug 23 (7)

A Piggyback Question: Would it be redundant to use MP Christian Studies after completing their Intro to Classical Studies course? more - KJB at Eielson AFB 16:54 Aug 23 (3)
- I plan to do this... - Linda (Australia) 2:59 Aug 24 (1)
  - Thanks, Linda! We're enjoying it, too! nt - KJB at Eielson AFB 16:52 Aug 24 (0)
- I don't think so..... - Pensguys 19:23 Aug 23 (0)
We started using these.... - Pensguys 15:44 Aug 23 (2)
- Follow up: How is it organized? Selected stories each year, or moving forward from Genesis over the whole series? (nt) - Kay in Cal 16:01 Aug 23 (1)
  - It has.... - Pensguys 16:18 Aug 23 (0)

Parkin Recipe in SOTW Vol III, Chapter 3, page 23 in Activity Book - Cynthia 15:04 Aug 23 (2)

Cynthia--I did make the Parkin last year when we were doing SOTW 3. It came out fine--a bit dense, but perfectly edible. Good luck. nt - Tara in FL 17:30 Aug 23 (1)
- Re: Cynthia--I did make the Parkin last year when we were doing SOTW 3. It came out fine--a bit dense, but perfectly edible. Good luck. nt - Cynthia 18:06 Aug 23 (0)

Best place to buy a school table w/adjustable legs and kids chairs? nt - Kisa in CA 14:59 Aug 23 (7)

Discount School Supply (link inside) nt - AKmommy 18:30 Aug 23 (1)
- Excellent prices! Thank you for posting. I'll try them if I can't find used. nt - Kisa in CA 22:42 Aug 23 (0)
Try checking with your local county education office to see if they have any sales for older furniture that they no longer use . . . (m) - HootOwl 18:04 Aug 23 (1)
- Great idea! I will try it. nt - Kisa in CA 20:45 Aug 23 (0)
I cringe to think how many hours I spent researching this.... - Susan in SoCal 17:18 Aug 23 (1)
- I found one at Staples. - Cindyg 18:02 Aug 23 (0)
Perhaps Ebay or IKEA. nt - StacyTea 16:51 Aug 23 (0)

Please forgive me for beating this horse into the ground but I have another SPECIFIC question about OPR. Any previous ABeka Phonics users? - BarbinTN 14:47 Aug 23 (7)

Oh, I love horse posts! Oh wait...never mind...nt - Cindyg 18:03 Aug 23 (1)
- LOL!!! nt - Peek a Boo 21:11 Aug 23 (0)
I love A Beka's materials, but not really the entire program [m] - Peek a Boo 16:07 Aug 23 (3)
- We are using ONLY the Abeak Handbook for Reading and the readers... - Lea 6:07 Aug 24 (1)
  - Thanks Lea!! One question about Explode the Code.. - BarbinTN 10:19 Aug 24 (0)
- Thank for sharing! I have heard of some people who do just that. I guess I don't have the confidence to go "out on my own" so to speak! nm - BarbinTN 16:10 Aug 23 (0)
I guess I should ad that this would be for ds's first phonics lessons not my dd who is finished with phonics:o) nm - BarbinTN 14:49 Aug 23 (0)

Okay, I'm confused about Veritas Press cards -- mostly the difference between "Bible" and "history"... - abbeyej 14:47 Aug 23 (2)

There's quite a bit of overlap thru OT/Egypt and then NT/Greece/Rome... - Susan in SoCal 17:23 Aug 23 (0)
Re: Okay, I'm confused about Veritas Press cards -- mostly the difference between "Bible" and "history"... - Angie W in AK 14:55 Aug 23 (0)

Cozy Basic Grammar - Kay in PA 14:44 Aug 23 (3)

We purchased Basic for a supplement to Stewart English. Our new year does not begin until Sept. I can repost a review then. nm - Taz & Storm's Mom 20:29 Aug 23 (0)
We just started this .... - Holly in N NV 19:12 Aug 23 (0)
Re: Cozy Basic Grammar - LBC 16:55 Aug 23 (0)

Question about Apologia Astronomy. m - Mom2jrcsc 14:02 Aug 23 (6)

I did this with my 8yo a couple years ago... - SFS 20:07 Aug 23 (0)
Re: I did it with 9 , 8 and 4yo - Mamawith4boys 15:56 Aug 23 (0)
Here is what I did - Pat H 15:41 Aug 23 (0)
Oh, I'd love the same questions answered for a 6 and 7 yo please. nm - EchoMom 15:25 Aug 23 (2)
- I'm doing this with my 7 year old (m) - Old Mother West Wind 16:40 Aug 23 (0)
- Re: Oh, I'd love the same questions answered for a 6 and 7 yo please. nm - Pat H 15:53 Aug 23 (0)

Is there a Sonlight Core 1 and SOTW schedule, somewhere nt?? - Jen P 13:07 Aug 23 (1)

Here is one... - Donna T. 14:47 Aug 23 (0)

Ria--Thanks for posting below about how your 4 years of history are scheduled at Aleithia. I'm doing SOTW 4 this year. Looking to next year's Ancients, what spines would you recommend? I don't necessarily want to use SOTW 1 again with ds who did it when he was 7 but next year will be almost 12. I will use Kingfisher Hst Ency, but what else? more..... - Tara in FL 13:03 Aug 23 (14)

Re:An alternative spine to Spielvogel--More - cm 10:56 Aug 24 (0)
Re: If you want to check out the Guerber books ....Link inside - Kay in PA 15:15 Aug 23 (0)
What a funny coincidence (m) - Ria 14:15 Aug 23 (10)
- Spielvogel co-authored with National Geographic a different - Taz & Storm's Mom 19:11 Aug 23 (3)
  - Taz and Storm's Mom....what is the exact title of this please? Do you know of a link so I could see it? I looked on Amazon, but didn't seem to find it. Thanks much! nt - Tara in FL 20:03 Aug 23 (1)
    - I have the book in hand...Glencoe in small letters then World History is the title. Did you - Taz & Storm's Mom 20:38 Aug 23 (0)
  - Thanks so much....I'll definitely look for this! nt - Tara in FL 19:56 Aug 23 (0)
- Where did you find HO? - Karen in WA 14:25 Aug 23 (4)
  - Karen, I prefer Western Civ (m) - Ria 15:37 Aug 23 (1)
    - Ria, Thanks for your input! nt - Karen in WA 11:16 Aug 24 (0)
  - Amazon has it... - Heather in VA 14:35 Aug 23 (1)
    - Thanks Heather! I will take a look.nt - Karen in WA 15:00 Aug 23 (0)
- PS - Ria 14:17 Aug 23 (0)
Not Ria, but I love Guerber books for logic stage! NT - Susan in SoCal 13:34 Aug 23 (0)

One more question about the OPR..Did you guys buy the whole kit; flashcards etc?? nm - BarbinTN 12:59 Aug 23 (6)

Re: One more question about the OPR..Did you guys buy the whole kit; flashcards etc?? nm - I did not and it is just fine. nt 9:57 Aug 24 (0)
No, I didn't. Bought the CD. Made my own flashcards in a couple evenings in front of the tv with dh. - Debra in CO 16:26 Aug 23 (1)
- Thanks Debra!! Love to get a different opinion!!!! nm - BarbinTN 16:38 Aug 23 (0)
I did, just so I wouldn't have to do it myself.... - Angela in NY 15:55 Aug 23 (1)
- Thanks ladies! I suppose I should just buy the kit! nm - BarbinTN 16:05 Aug 23 (0)
I did. nt - Deb 14:50 Aug 23 (0)

OK....so I pulled out all my HS books to rearrange them and get more 'organized'. So how come now I am more confused than ever, AND in the middle of a HUGE mess?!?(nt) - Tami, organizationally challenged and hating it! wwaahhhhh!!! 12:33 Aug 23 (1)

ooops, wrong board.(nt) - Tami 13:11 Aug 23 (0)

Drawing w/ Children art supplies... - Dyan 12:15 Aug 23 (2)

Re: Drawing w/ Children art supplies... - Wendi 12:35 Aug 23 (0)
Sorry about the punctuation, grammer and spelling errors! Maybe we need to skip the art and stick to English?? nt - Dyan 12:31 Aug 23 (0)

Becky in Mexico, a question for you - Linda 12:07 Aug 23 (0)

Has anyone used one of the Critters of.... books? /m - Serena 11:51 Aug 23 (4)

I have them... they are quite nice... - marnadoo 21:02 Aug 23 (0)
No, I haven't but where did you hear about them? nt - Beth in Meansville 12:51 Aug 23 (2)
- Link only inside - Serena 13:02 Aug 23 (1)
  - thanks! nt - Beth in Meansville 19:37 Aug 24 (0)

Computer and keyboarding programs to learn? What is the best typing program and computer learning programs?? - Holly IN 11:05 Aug 23 (2)

Re: Computer and keyboarding programs to learn? What is the best typing program and computer learning programs?? - Chris in Ca 11:49 Aug 23 (0)
sorry about the double post...I hit refresh on accident. nt - Holly IN 11:06 Aug 23 (0)

Computer and keyboarding programs to learn? What is the best typing program and computer learning programs?? - Holly IN 11:01 Aug 23 (0)

Is there any art curriculum that teaches drawing in a classical way ie copying the Masters nt - Nanci in WA 10:53 Aug 23 (5)

Re: Is there any art curriculum that teaches drawing in a classical way ie copying the Masters nt - Rhonda 4:04 Aug 24 (0)
Meet the Masters home art program - Linda in OR 0:21 Aug 24 (0)
Here is a video program ... (m) - Marilyn in Canada 14:35 Aug 23 (1)
- For what age group is the curriculum? Thanks. nt. - ellen 20:16 Aug 23 (0)
Yes, sorta. I can think of two that partially ... - Brenda 11:47 Aug 23 (0)

Which mode do you use with Rosetta Stone? - Kytriplets 10:51 Aug 23 (2)

Re: Which mode do you use with Rosetta Stone? - Ellen in Ft. Lauderdale 18:33 Aug 23 (0)
I let the kids pick the mode. Use what they learn best from....If they need extra time... - Mama Owl 12:19 Aug 23 (0)

Literature reading or basic reading questions.....(not phonics or books but about the aspect of literature) - Holly IN 10:51 Aug 23 (5)

Teaching the Classics is being discussed on the General board too- link inside o/w nt - KPM 14:59 Aug 23 (0)
I have Teaching the Classics and am very impressed... - Nancy Corliss 14:49 Aug 23 (0)
Have you looked at Teaching the Classics? link inside o/w nt - KPM 11:28 Aug 23 (2)
- Ditto me too! Maybe in my Christmas stocking? nt - Beth in Meansville 12:57 Aug 23 (0)
- Wow!! Thanks! I will have to put that on my wish list...nt - Holly IN 11:44 Aug 23 (0)

Reading from readers vs. Real books - Shari in PA 10:48 Aug 23 (2)

Get him used to reading with comprehension by strengthening the ... - Brenda 11:52 Aug 23 (1)
- We are doing this...I write ds' words on the board..he copies it down in his notebook - Mama Owl 12:17 Aug 23 (0)

If I choose BJU for 3rd, what all do I need to purchase?nt - Ruth 10:48 Aug 23 (1)

For what subjects/grade?(nt) - Tami 12:34 Aug 23 (0)

Ahh! My 2nd dd is very rule oriented and Singapore doesn't seem like a good fit. Help! - Ruth 10:47 Aug 23 (9)

we combine singapore and saxon, b/c my concrete sequential thinker can only take so much of singapore before she needs a breather with rules oriented Saxon! nft - katilac 14:34 Aug 23 (0)
I also have a very concrete thinking child... - Brenda in MA 14:11 Aug 23 (0)
Singapore is too abstract for my middle dd.... - Elizabeth B. in NC 13:00 Aug 23 (0)
It sounds like she has a different learning style than your other dd (m) - angela in ohio 11:58 Aug 23 (0)
I would like to argue that Singapore Math would be the best choice for this type of child... - Elizabeth 11:16 Aug 23 (4)
- Exactly, education is all about "thinking" if nothing else... - CED 15:53 Aug 23 (0)
- I agree too - my oldest is this way... - Heather in VA 12:17 Aug 23 (0)
- Oh, I totally agree! Learning to *think* in math translates into ALL areas of life ... - Brenda 11:55 Aug 23 (1)
  - I totally agree with both of you! :) nt - Ria 12:04 Aug 23 (0)

Is it normal for kids to read word lists easily..but have to slow way down - Mama Owl 10:42 Aug 23 (3)

There are a few good strategies to increase fluency - KPM 11:35 Aug 23 (0)
Yes, normal. Time fixes it, in most cases, in my experience. nt - Laura in CT 10:59 Aug 23 (0)
I think it's normal. Just curious as to why you want him/her reading books quickly? I think a good understanding is better than speed nt - Nanci in WA 10:48 Aug 23 (0)

Tami, anyone-Why prepositions first for grammar? nt - OhElizabeth 10:38 Aug 23 (3)

That is true...but I dont think it makes that much difference...Once they know what a preposiition is - Mama Owl 12:23 Aug 23 (1)
- Thanks! I think I was just in "trying to do things 'perfectly" mode... (m) - OhElizabeth 19:59 Aug 23 (0)
It's theoretically easier to find the subject and verb because they will never be in a prep.(nt) - Tami 10:51 Aug 23 (0)

LC1 users. How much time do you spend on the derivitives? - Mama Owl 10:14 Aug 23 (5)

However long it takes... - LH 11:56 Aug 24 (0)
Re: LC1 users. How much time do you spend on the derivitives? - Denise in NE 14:04 Aug 23 (1)
- Thanks. Yes I do have the flash cards - Mama Owl 1:31 Aug 24 (0)
I have them learn the derivatives because... - Cathy in TX 11:52 Aug 23 (0)
Very little... - Laura in CT 11:04 Aug 23 (0)

Catalinakel or anyone who can help me with Phonics Tutor (m) - Karen in TN 10:11 Aug 23 (0)

Visual Manna Art-anyone used it? - Sue 10:04 Aug 23 (1)

Some years ago I ordered their World History Through Art. It was NOT a good fit. (m)... - Anna 10:34 Aug 23 (0)

If using TOG all 4 years LG through R; would you need any other geography? m - Deborah 10:01 Aug 23 (2)

I do like to supplement with a map skills workbook for my LG and UG.(nt) - Louise 20:33 Aug 23 (0)
No... - Anna 10:36 Aug 23 (0)

Phonics Pathways or Ordinary Parent's Guide? m - BarbinTN 10:00 Aug 23 (8)

I did OPGTR with my first grader all last year, and he didn't make it half-way through... - Dee in MI 9:16 Aug 24 (1)
- Thanks Dee, I will check out the order! Aahh potty training with this son was HORRIBLE! nm - BarbinTN 10:27 Aug 24 (0)
I have three that I used PP with and the tried OPG this year...more - JGEMom 11:07 Aug 23 (1)
- Thanks for the comparison!!! nm - BarbinTN 12:47 Aug 23 (0)
I used PP with my older two children, and I'm using OPG with my 5 yo now. - Lana in TX 10:59 Aug 23 (1)
- Thanks Lana!! I'm reading about the magnetic letters and such now!! Blessings to you all!! Barb - BarbinTN 12:51 Aug 23 (0)
I used Phonics Pathways and my 5 and 1/2 year old read s VERY WELL..I never - TheresaP 10:32 Aug 23 (1)
- Thanks TheresaP!!!!!!!!! I am indulging in my WTM right now and will probably change my whole Kindergarten year!! nm - BarbinTN 10:59 Aug 23 (0)

Is there anywhere that I can print out custom flashcards and input my own info on them?(nt) - Tami 9:59 Aug 23 (7)

I made one in word. (m) - Susan in MO 2:54 Aug 24 (1)
- I should make myself clearer ... I made a document that I make flashcards with in word. nt - Susan in Mo 11:38 Aug 24 (0)
Try this site - kay 16:57 Aug 23 (0)
Can you just purchase an inexpensive pkg of index cards to use as flashcards? They're on sale all over right now b/c of Back to School sales. nt - StacyTea 14:07 Aug 23 (2)
- I have those, but was hoping to use the computer to easily add graphics.(nt) - Tami 14:31 Aug 23 (1)
  - Poke around at Highland Heritage to see if you can find something useful. Link inside! - StacyTea 14:34 Aug 23 (0)
I've used both computer postcards and business cards... - Dyan 11:27 Aug 23 (0)

Need help for writing program for a mom that struggles with writing herself...more - Sheryl in NJ 9:48 Aug 23 (3)

May I suggest the Brave Writer? (more) - Terrie in Germany 1:11 Aug 24 (0)
I didn't use a particular book.... - Brenda in MA 14:26 Aug 23 (0)
Paragraph Writing by Evan Moor - Jill/TX 9:56 Aug 23 (0)

Latin for Children e-mail question...(m) - Eduk8 9:31 Aug 23 (6)

LFC and copywrite - Julie in san diego 14:36 Aug 23 (1)
- Hmmm....I hadn't thought of that, but I think I will do that! nt - Pensguys 14:41 Aug 23 (0)
Thanks, Ladies. I'll try again. (nt) - Eduk8 11:34 Aug 23 (0)
I've received very helpful responses, each within a 24 hours, from Chris Perrin (latin questions and teaching advice) as well as the general e-mail (for purchasing info). (nt) - Jilligan 11:01 Aug 23 (0)
I've successfully emailed them, too (m) - Ria 9:56 Aug 23 (0)
I emailed them over a weekend before I bought.... - Pensguys 9:50 Aug 23 (0)

What is the current copyright date for R&S English Grade 7? nt - jac 9:12 Aug 23 (2)

1996 nt - Sharon in SC 10:16 Aug 23 (1)
- Thanks you very much! nt - jac 10:35 Aug 23 (0)

Okay, sorry-- just one more SWR question for users... - TaraHen 8:59 Aug 23 (3)

Thanks so much! - TaraHen 13:43 Aug 23 (0)
Yes cursive should help with the reversals. As far as SWR instructions... (m) - Oh 10:28 Aug 23 (0)
Cursive First sounds perfect for you... - Kisa in CA 9:14 Aug 23 (0)

Help! Not happy with VP history or Omnibus. Any suggestions? - Lisa in MO 8:53 Aug 23 (10)

I received Tapestry of Grace the day after I ordered it online! I used VP... - 0:-) Angela 5:06 Aug 24 (0)
Truthquest is definietly worth a look...link inside - Cris in NY 16:31 Aug 23 (0)
Re: Help! Not happy with VP history or Omnibus. Any suggestions? - kim 15:49 Aug 23 (0)
Yep, Tapestry of Grace or even Sonlight or TruthQuest would work well for those ages.(nt) - Tami 12:36 Aug 23 (0)
Would suggest you check out Tapestry of Grace. NT - Holly in N NV 10:46 Aug 23 (0)
i use the VP flashcards as a guideline... i use "real" books to hang onto the skeleton of the flashcards... (more) - dcd 10:06 Aug 23 (0)
What would happen if you give it some time? Maybe... - Donna A. 9:29 Aug 23 (1)
- I agree...(m) - Lil3 17:57 Aug 23 (0)
I always wondered about that flashcard approach, too. :) I second Chris' recommendation to look at Tapestry of Grace. nt - Allison 9:08 Aug 23 (0)
May be a silly question but have you looked at TOG? nt - Chris in Ca 9:04 Aug 23 (0)

Looking for info on Seton Reading 4 and 6 - Jen in IL 8:44 Aug 23 (1)

I dont know the specific books... - Mama Owl 10:11 Aug 23 (0)

Struggling to read aloud Welsh words in The Whispering Mountain... - Yevrah 8:44 Aug 23 (3)

Re: Struggling to read aloud Welsh words in The Whispering Mountain... - Bonnie 10:59 Aug 23 (2)
- Very cool....thanks! nm - Yevrah 12:11 Aug 23 (1)
  - Charlotte Church's first CD ("Voice of an Angel") has a couple of Welsh songs on it. nt - Michelle in MO 13:58 Aug 23 (0)

Latin and Greek (sm) - Des 8:28 Aug 23 (9)

I would start one or the other this year, but not both... - abbeyej 12:19 Aug 23 (0)
Greek will be easier after at least some Latin... - Laura in CT 11:09 Aug 23 (2)
- I'd submit that the converse is true, too. - JennG 15:43 Aug 23 (1)
  - Absolutely--I had Greek first as well. nt - Laura in CT 5:09 Aug 24 (0)
I asked this last week. Someone kindly directed me to a discussion about 2 messages boards ago nt - Nanci in WA 10:38 Aug 23 (0)
How old is your dd? Have you had any Latin before? Will you be doing separate English grammar as well? (m) - Heather in OH 8:52 Aug 23 (0)
We do latin and greek with ds12 and ds10... - karenciavo 8:41 Aug 23 (0)
That's a lot IMHO... - Danielle 8:35 Aug 23 (1)
- My dd is 8th grade (sm) - Des 8:49 Aug 23 (0)

Are Hakim's 'History of Us' books too advanced to use with a 3rd grader? I ask b/c I just haven't found anything that I like better to cover Am. history. Please share! nt - StacyTea 8:24 Aug 23 (7)

We are going to use the Guerber and I bought Hakim on tape for bedtime for 4th grade and K nt - Lizzie in MA 4:44 Aug 24 (0)
Stacy -- The Hakim and Guerber books used together are phenomenal! A suggestion however... - Cris in NY 16:37 Aug 23 (0)
Thanks for the input! nt - StacyTea 14:01 Aug 23 (0)
My 3rd grader loved Hakim AND Guerber... - Allison 9:06 Aug 23 (0)
Stacy, have you looked at Guerber's books? - Ria 8:27 Aug 23 (2)
- Some other books I'm using (m) - Ria 8:34 Aug 23 (0)
- I just received my Middle Ages, and Ren, & Ref. - Chris in Ca 8:30 Aug 23 (0)

Will I cover enough English (K-6) if I use LLATL & Phonics Road/Latin Road? nt - Debbie 8:23 Aug 23 (1)

I think that would be plenty... (m) - Jennifer in FL (formerly in TX) 16:54 Aug 23 (0)

Thanks to all who posted about "cookies" which really aren't cookies after all :) nt - Nanci in WA 7:56 Aug 23 (1)

: ) nt - Chris in Ca 8:31 Aug 23 (0)

I'd like to hear from those of you who set up learning centers in your homes... - Tami 7:37 Aug 23 (3)

I just finally dedicated a room to school after 6 years of hsing - and I LOVE having everything in one place! Love it! Love it! (nt) - Regena in KY 22:26 Aug 25 (0)
currently organizing schoolroom.... - Corby 13:25 Aug 23 (0)
I don't have learning centers per se in our home but - Beth in Meansville 13:08 Aug 23 (0)

Could someone compare Shurley English and Easy Grammar? - kbm 7:13 Aug 23 (8)

Quick comparison... - Tami 7:51 Aug 23 (7)
- Thanks Tami, that seals it for us. Shurley doesn't sound like it would fit us. (nt) - kbm 9:45 Aug 23 (3)
  - What are you looking for in a grammar program - maybe I can help - I just looked at nearly all of them... - Heather in VA 10:07 Aug 23 (1)
    - Thanks Heather... - kbm 16:39 Aug 23 (0)
  - You're welcome. : )...nt - Tami 9:50 Aug 23 (0)
- Thank you for that comparison, I've been bouncing this around and - Chris in Ca (butting in here) 8:28 Aug 23 (2)
  - I can't tell you what would work best for your family... - Tami 9:55 Aug 23 (1)
    - Oh, I wish the magic grammar fairy would appear with all the - Chris 11:43 Aug 23 (0)

Any suggestions for a catchy way to learn the states? - GingerM 7:02 Aug 23 (7)

Here's a link to print the lyrics (Fifty Nifty US) and to listen to the song. - Cindi in AZ 21:32 Aug 23 (0)
I learned "Fifty Nifty United States" in 4th grade and still know it by heart. nt - Nancy in MA 10:12 Aug 23 (1)
- Wow, this is weird-I'm Nancy, used to live in MA, & learned that song in 4th grade too! nt - Nancy in MI 12:59 Aug 23 (0)
Gamewright has a nice geography game..... - Lisa in Illinois 7:12 Aug 23 (1)
- This is a fun game (m) - Ria 7:23 Aug 23 (0)
You may end up hating that you can't stop singing it but Troxels States and capitals had us all knowing them in a week! nt - Lizzie in MA 7:08 Aug 23 (1)
- "The eastern border of the U-nited States, the eastern border of the U-nited States..." Don't get me started! LOL! - Kim 11:23 Aug 23 (0)

Would like to do a simple american geography study with my kindergarteners... - Dyan 6:58 Aug 23 (9)

I bought a set for $3 at the Book Peddler booth during convention: State Sticker book with a quarter keeper for collecting state quarters- my K really loves it! nt - CarrieB in NC 15:40 Aug 24 (0)
check out k-mart. has geog. workbooks. nt - karen 9:45 Aug 24 (0)
Cantering the Country - Crystal in WA 14:32 Aug 23 (0)
There are some State Sticker book suggestions at the Tanglewood Education site.(nt) - Tami 10:02 Aug 23 (1)
- these are fun, and I found them at a dollar store!!nt - mr 19:11 Aug 23 (0)
Simply Stated is great - www.kreativesimplicity.com nt - Debra in CO 9:22 Aug 23 (0)
Definitely check out Enchantedlearning.com - tons of geography printouts, etc. nt - SFS 8:30 Aug 23 (0)
Maybe just study your own state? Or learn USA, Canada, Mexico and do little unit studies on folk tales, recipes, customs, language, etc?(nt) - Tami 7:53 Aug 23 (0)
Beautiful Feet has very nice readers. bfbooks.com nt - carin' for seven 7:20 Aug 23 (0)

Has anyone added BJU Heritage Studies to their Ancient World? - Heather in VA 6:48 Aug 23 (8)

We'll be using BJU Heritage this year.... - Donna A. 8:08 Aug 23 (4)
- Donna - a couple questions for you... - Heather in VA 9:20 Aug 23 (2)
  - Oh, ITA that... - Donna A. 9:37 Aug 23 (1)
    - Streams Vol 1 had been my plan... - Heather in VA 9:44 Aug 23 (0)
- I should say.... - Donna A. 8:09 Aug 23 (0)
BJUP History books... - GVA 7:05 Aug 23 (2)
- Thanks - one more question.. - Heather in VA 8:01 Aug 23 (1)
  - I really don't know... - GVA 9:10 Aug 23 (0)

I need suggestions for chapter books similiar to...... - Pat H 6:15 Aug 23 (4)

They're not technically historical but my boys have loved (m) - Annie in CO 12:55 Aug 23 (0)
Ben and Me by Lawson- not about a boy, but it's a delightful story about Ben Franklin from a mouse's viewpoint. nt - Nanci in WA 10:40 Aug 23 (0)
Mr Tucket by Gary Paulsen...sadness and suspense (possibly not good for bedtime!), about a 14yo boy heading to Oregon in 1847 (nt) - lea 9:20 Aug 23 (0)
Not historical, but... - Bet 7:17 Aug 23 (0)

Would somebody PLEASE tell me my boys will learn to read? - Michele in NC 6:12 Aug 23 (22)

My boys needed to use multiple senses.... - PaulaW 20:11 Aug 23 (0)
They CAN learn to read, but you need to evaluate your approach - TS 14:18 Aug 23 (0)
At Last a Reading Method for Every Child... - Cara in IL 12:27 Aug 23 (2)
- Ditto n/t - Susan in La 15:55 Aug 23 (0)
- I second this one... - Michele T. in WA 13:16 Aug 23 (0)
What are you doing for spelling? (m) - OhElizabeth 11:05 Aug 23 (0)
First, I 'd get an evaluation for dyslexia and or ADHD (with or without hyperactivity) then try... - Taz & Storm's Mom 7:42 Aug 23 (6)
- It is not uncommon for a child to be diagnosed with ADD/ADHD when it is really.. - 6 meadows 8:07 Aug 23 (5)
  - However, this is not the case with DS. There are those who ReALLY are ADHD. nm - Taz & Storm's Mom 10:25 Aug 23 (2)
    - sorry ... - 6 meadows 14:23 Aug 23 (0)
    - Don't I know it!(nt) - Tami 10:52 Aug 23 (0)
  - Re: It is not uncommon for a child to be diagnosed with ADD/ADHD when it is really.. - Jenny in NY 8:36 Aug 23 (1)
    - ADHD is REAL, and should be investigated by a psychologist & not an MD--big difference. Diet helps ADHD--BTDT-- but... - Taz & Storm's Mom 10:31 Aug 23 (0)
Reading Reflex worked for us - Claire 7:38 Aug 23 (0)
If you can't bring their reading levels up by Christmas, I would definitely get an evaluation done. - AngieW in Texas 6:49 Aug 23 (1)
- I agree... - GVA 7:10 Aug 23 (0)
Consistency is key - MIch elle 6:48 Aug 23 (1)
- Yes, and with my kids... - SFS 8:47 Aug 23 (0)
I did Reading Reflex with my oldest when he was 10, - Tina 6:39 Aug 23 (0)
reading - 6 meadows 6:30 Aug 23 (0)
Do you read books to them? - KPzz 6:24 Aug 23 (0)
Correction: I know I *haven't* been consistent with phonics programs....(nt) - Michele in NC 6:13 Aug 23 (0)

Latin advice needed - Amelia'smom 6:00 Aug 23 (13)

For 2nd grade... - Pensguys 9:55 Aug 23 (0)
Programs with DVD's: Latin For Children, Latin Christiana or Latin Primer....we like LFC's fun, meaty approach.(nt) - Tami 7:35 Aug 23 (0)
We are using Latin for Children. (m) - JennG 7:34 Aug 23 (0)
Prima Latina. - LH 7:31 Aug 23 (0)
We ae enjoying Latin for Children, but there are several good programs out there. - Ria 7:20 Aug 23 (0)
There are several very good programs available; I'll start with Latin Primer (m) - KPzz 6:21 Aug 23 (4)
- KPzz . . . - Kim in MO 8:22 Aug 23 (2)
  - I forgot to add . . . - Kim in MO 8:25 Aug 23 (1)
    - Primer II is less burdensome (m) - KPzz 12:22 Aug 24 (0)
- Thank you for that very helpful response! (nt) - Amelia'smom 6:26 Aug 23 (0)
Easy & fun: Minimus; Dive right in: Latin for Children nt - PeggyS 6:21 Aug 23 (2)
- Thanks Peggy. A quick question for you.. - Amelia'smom 6:30 Aug 23 (1)
  - Oh, well, I have to admit. . . - PeggyS 6:48 Aug 23 (0)

2nd Grade English text?? - Jody 5:56 Aug 23 (3)

We used R&S 2nd grade English. It was great! nt - StacyTea 8:26 Aug 23 (0)
I live FLL. - MelissaM 7:12 Aug 23 (0)
I start R&S English 3 in 3rd gr. - MIch elle 6:01 Aug 23 (0)

Saxon math problems - Mamawith4boys 5:46 Aug 23 (5)

We find it sufficient to do about 12 problems or so... - Dana in OR 9:21 Aug 23 (0)
It depends on which moms you speak with -- - LH 7:34 Aug 23 (0)
Do odds. If he misses 2 or more then figure out why and then do evens. nt - Ann 5:57 Aug 23 (0)
I should have added: he is 10 and starting 6/5 nt - Mamawith4boys 5:53 Aug 23 (0)
As Much as Needed - mc 5:49 Aug 23 (0)

Anyone use "Christian Kids Explore Chemistry"? - GVA 5:35 Aug 23 (1)

I have this. Upper elem sounds about right. nt - Christina in ME 16:33 Aug 23 (0)

If you were going to buy a timeline which one would it be? - Mariah 5:30 Aug 23 (7)

I love the one we have from Classical Home Education!! nt - Deece in MN 15:32 Aug 23 (0)
Try the poster timeline by Geography Matters... - Nancy in VA 15:01 Aug 23 (0)
You can make a folding one by attaching file folders together.(nt) - Tami 9:57 Aug 23 (0)
Hhmmm... I'm wracking my brain, but all I can think of are book-type timelines, or timelines already filled in. nt - Donna A. 9:43 Aug 23 (0)
I'm thinking baout a prepared timeline that we would fill in with pictures and notes as we go along.. - Mariah 6:22 Aug 23 (1)
- That would be "about" .................nt - Mariah 6:23 Aug 23 (0)
Are you going to MAKE a timeline or are you looking for a prepared timeline? nt - MS 6:14 Aug 23 (0)

We are in the middle of R&S English 6, and we're getting bogged down. m - Anita 22:26 Aug 22 (10)

Thanks everyone for your ideas...m.. - Anita 17:36 Aug 23 (0)
Agree with difficulty of R&S English 6..... m - Holly S/NC 10:12 Aug 23 (0)
A workbook like Easy Grammar is great for times when you want to spend more time on one part of speech.(nt) - Tami 7:41 Aug 23 (0)
We did the 4th grade book last year, we memorized all the poems that had the info in them.... - Lizzie in MA 5:12 Aug 23 (0)
I know, I know!!!! Cheat Sheets!!! - Jean in Wisc. 5:09 Aug 23 (2)
- This is what we did as well, only - Yevrah 5:17 Aug 23 (1)
  - On a similar note... - Jacklyn 8:16 Aug 23 (0)
True confessions here...(m) - Anne in Maui 1:45 Aug 23 (0)
I hope you get some answers here...(m) - Colleen 23:32 Aug 22 (0)
Maybe taking a break and reviewing? - mama Owl 22:38 Aug 22 (0)

Silly ? Will the dried beans you buy at the store work for Growing a bean plant? - Mama Owl 21:57 Aug 22 (6)

Yes, as long as they're not too old...(m) - Andee 2:48 Aug 23 (1)
- Thats good to hear. - Mama Owl 5:46 Aug 23 (0)
Re: Silly ? Will the dried beans you buy at the store work for Growing a bean plant? - Diane in FL 22:58 Aug 22 (2)
- How many days to germination? How many days for an adult plant? - Mama Owl 23:29 Aug 22 (1)
  - Germination & Plants - Diane in FL 22:02 Aug 23 (0)
They should work just fine! nt - Robin in Tx 22:16 Aug 22 (0)

Thank you for your advice and comments on my Blockbuster question. I appreciate your time.(nm) - ruby 21:43 Aug 22 (0)

has anyone used Kidspiration software? (visual learners)...? - Stacia in GA 21:12 Aug 22 (3)

I downloaded the free trial out of curiosity and love it... - Brian 19:05 Aug 23 (0)
We've used it for less than a week. - Temara 7:35 Aug 23 (0)
I have Inspiration, which is the version for older students. - Ria 3:56 Aug 23 (0)

Best Logic books for several ages - m - StaceyinLA 20:40 Aug 22 (7)

7th grade & under, Dandy Lion products, 6th grade & up, Fallacy Detective, Thinking Tool Box, then Traditional Logic I &II. nm - Taz & Storm's Mom 7:52 Aug 23 (0)
My 8 yo enjoys and gets Fallacy Detective--I'd use it for all in your shoes. nt - Laura in CT 5:08 Aug 23 (0)
Actually, they would probably all enjoy Fallacy Detective. We're reading it through now with a 3d, 5th, 6th and 8th. :o) - FloridaLisa 3:52 Aug 23 (1)
- I probably should add, my dc are not doing "only" Fallacy Detective. (sm) - FloridaLisa 9:22 Aug 23 (0)
Dandy Lion Logic link inside - jac 20:56 Aug 22 (2)
- I third this! My kids love it! I love the variety of problems too. nt - mom2fourboys 6:55 Aug 23 (0)
- Seconding this recommendation - MS 6:13 Aug 23 (0)

I'd like to revisit the doing Latin later topic - m - StaceyinLA 20:38 Aug 22 (6)

We are doing Latin now, Spanish later. - LH 7:37 Aug 23 (0)
I agree with Laura in WI...motivation counts for a lot in language learning... - Laura in CT 5:10 Aug 23 (2)
- Did you find it benefitted your younger ones moreso than your older? nt - StaceyinLA 7:16 Aug 23 (1)
  - Well, hard to say... - Laura in CT 11:22 Aug 23 (0)
We are doing Latina Christiana 1 (gr 6) and RS Spanish - Mama Owl 22:23 Aug 22 (0)
If your kids want to learn Spanish now, teach them! - Laura in WI 20:55 Aug 22 (0)

Thanks for all the multiplication advice! I think the tapes might really help; Molly is very auditory. You guys are amazing; I feel so much better having read your sage advice! (nt) - molly's mom 20:25 Aug 22 (1)

Glad you feel better about it. nt. - Anita 22:01 Aug 22 (0)

Does anyone know of any good "phonics rules" flashcards? - Theresa 20:05 Aug 22 (6)

Sanseri's cards for SWR (Spell to Write and Read) are cute with little drawings, boxes, etc. help them make sense. We like them! nt - OhElizabeth 11:09 Aug 23 (0)
I like the Riggs rules (free online) or the cards by Sanseri.... - Tami 5:39 Aug 23 (0)
I *love* ABeka phonics flashcards. nt - Sharon in SC 4:43 Aug 23 (0)
YES!! *but*....... - Peek a Boo 21:30 Aug 22 (2)
- Doesn't Abeka make some nice phonics flashcards?nt - Lea 3:55 Aug 23 (1)
  - kinda, but the ones I found at the UCS were *awesome* :-P nt - Peek a Boo 12:36 Aug 23 (0)

Would an older Vocab. from Class. Roots TM work with a new workbook? nt - jac 19:56 Aug 22 (0)

Does anyone know how to delete "cookies" off the computer? So many pop up every time I write in this subject area. I tried the "delete cookies" under Internet options and it didn't work nt - Nanci in WA 19:55 Aug 22 (5)

maybe...? - Stacia in GA 21:04 Aug 22 (2)
- This is how I delete on my computer. (m) - FloridaLisa 3:55 Aug 23 (1)
  - Whoops. Meant for this to go under Nanci's post. :o) - FloridaLisa 3:56 Aug 23 (0)
Those aren't cookies, they're your automatic ... - Brenda 20:54 Aug 22 (0)
Would clearing your history help? Just a thought. (nt) - Lucy 20:18 Aug 22 (0)

JEAN in Wisc. a question please about your post way on down about your 6/4 history rotation :)... - Mary in GA 18:56 Aug 22 (5)

This was back in the dark ages, you know. Before TWTM... - Jean in Wisc. 19:29 Aug 22 (3)
- Thank you so much...Do you still have a list.... - Mary in GA 20:31 Aug 22 (2)
  - Books I could recommend: - Jean in Wisc. 7:56 Aug 23 (1)
    - Thank you! - Mary in GA 12:26 Aug 23 (0)
YEs! Yes! Please do share...I'm thinking of doing something similar nm - Yevrah 19:05 Aug 22 (0)

Please, please help me understand this. (m) - Lucy 18:44 Aug 22 (46)

Oh No! I purchased Saxon in hopes of helping my boys to improve their test scores and know I hear this > Panic mode setting in!!!... - momofboys 12:24 Aug 23 (4)
- Children do test well with Saxon. (m) - Tammy~ 13:59 Aug 24 (0)
- In my opinion, you should read all you can on the board here about the ... - Brenda 21:22 Aug 23 (0)
- Relax, there are many studies showing that Saxon increases test scores. nt - angela in ohio 15:41 Aug 23 (0)
- No one is saying Saxon wont teach...I know teachers who - mama Owl 12:56 Aug 23 (0)
Could it be nomenclature? - Carol in Cal. 9:12 Aug 23 (0)
Where I think Saxon fails (not intending to start a war :-)) is... - Mindy (former high school math teacher) 7:14 Aug 23 (1)
- Mindy---a question for you, please........ - Tara in FL 11:59 Aug 23 (0)
5/4 according to Saxon the pub. is for the advanced 4th grader and an average 5th grader. (m) - TammyLa 6:44 Aug 23 (1)
- No longer true. Now, Saxon lists 5/4 as 4th grade, 6/5 as 5th grade. - Lolly 8:57 Aug 23 (0)
Saxon 54 covers approx. the same material as Abeka 3rd grade math. You have to bump it up a level with Saxon. nt - jac 21:01 Aug 22 (0)
What grade did she test for? nt - angela in ohio 18:45 Aug 22 (34)
- Early sixth (m) - Lucy 18:52 Aug 22 (33)
  - My understanding .... - AngieW in Texas 19:55 Aug 22 (14)
    - This is the same sequence as other publishers, including ABeka... - Robin in Tx 21:39 Aug 22 (0)
    - This is something that's bugged me about Saxon (m). - Lucy 20:17 Aug 22 (12)
      - To add to the confusion, Veritas Press recommends Saxon 5/4 for third grade. nt - Brenda 21:31 Aug 22 (9)
        
        This is the schedule mathematicallycorrect.com also recommends (the reason we follow it.) nt - angela in ohio 5:58 Aug 23 (0)
        
        If I were going to use Saxon...my youngest would be using it next year..gr 3/ 54. - Mama Owl 22:00 Aug 22 (2)
        
        well, that's fine... but - Robin in Tx 22:11 Aug 22 (1)
        
        I was really refering to brendas post...sorry... last year my older son had trouble with Saxon 54 in gr 5..... - Mama Owl 22:27 Aug 22 (0)
        
        A lot of people do this, but beware VP age recommendations in general... - Robin in Tx 21:45 Aug 22 (4)
        
        Yep. nt - Ria 3:57 Aug 23 (0)
        
        I agree completely. (m) - Lucy 22:35 Aug 22 (2)
        
        :o) Good luck, Lucy... - Robin in Tx 7:49 Aug 23 (0)
        
        Hee-Hee....Lucy, you're cute!! - Cris in NY 4:44 Aug 23 (0)
      - It seems to have been the last couple of years. - Lolly 20:56 Aug 22 (1)
        
        Math expectation DID changed within the past 20 years - TS 5:22 Aug 23 (0)
  - Think through what you mean when you say "the scores dropped" (m) - KPzz 19:43 Aug 22 (16)
    - Regarding the PASS test - EKS 7:40 Aug 23 (6)
      - Level 7 on math with the PASS - Carolyn in MN 15:36 Aug 24 (5)
        
        Re: Level 7 on math with the PASS - EKS 16:20 Aug 24 (4)
        
        Where'd you find those other RIT scores? - Carolyn in MN 19:23 Aug 24 (2)
        
        Re: Where'd you find those other RIT scores? - EKS 20:30 Aug 24 (1)
        
        Here is a link (m) - EKS 20:46 Aug 24 (0)
        
        I'd forgotten that part about the raw score being betw. 50-70% (m) - Lucy 16:40 Aug 24 (0)
    - Re: Think through what you mean when you say "the scores dropped" (m) - Lucy 20:31 Aug 22 (8)
      - Pushing the issue (m) - KPzz 6:33 Aug 23 (5)
        
        Re: Pushing the issue (m) - Lucy 0:33 Aug 24 (4)
        
        Oh, I can help now! - Carolyn in MN 15:36 Aug 24 (2)
        
        RIT scores - EKS 18:43 Aug 24 (0)
        
        Thank you, Carolyn! This is starting to make sense. :) nm - Lucy 16:36 Aug 24 (0)
        
        The PASS test - EKS 5:54 Aug 24 (0)
      - No matter where it tested her, I assume it would have still compared her results to average early sixth graders, so that probably didn't help. (m) - angela in ohio 6:03 Aug 23 (0)
      - You know, Saxon's methodology just doesn't work for some kids. It was torture for me... (m) - abbeyej 5:56 Aug 23 (0)
  - Truthfully... - Jill, OK in VA 19:07 Aug 22 (0)

New computer-Help!. Missing my vital bookmark link to the one that had all the planners, calendars and forms. Do you know which one I mean?-nt - 2boysisBZ 18:19 Aug 22 (1)

www.donnayoung.org? nt - Pensguys 18:29 Aug 22 (0)

SWR vs. OPG - Jenny in McKinney, TX 18:06 Aug 22 (8)

A few simple thoughts... - Kisa in CA 21:20 Aug 22 (0)
Some calm, rational thoughts... - OhElizabeth 19:53 Aug 22 (0)
There's a bazzilion ways to teach reading. (m) - Yevrah 18:41 Aug 22 (1)
- Yep, yep, yep. (And fwiw, I wouldn't use OPG or SWR. Reading Made Easy does the trick for us.) (nt) - Colleen 23:35 Aug 22 (0)
The compromise? Use OPG and slowly drill the Orton phonograms using a flashcard set such as the one by Saneri.(nt) - Tami 18:40 Aug 22 (0)
Well that's insane... - Heather in VA 18:36 Aug 22 (0)
Opposing viewpoint...... - Pensguys 18:36 Aug 22 (0)
Go ahead and use OPG. The Spalding-based stuff bugs me... - FlockOfSillies (fka Brenda FOS) 18:24 Aug 22 (0)

Question for TOG users (esp dialectic level).. - Heather in VA 17:42 Aug 22 (7)

I will be using Teaching the Classics by Adam Andrews. - 0:-) Angela 5:16 Aug 24 (0)
Yes. (more) - Sally in IL 4:57 Aug 23 (1)
- We've gotta talk... - Sally in IL 5:00 Aug 23 (0)
I don't add lit for Yr. 2.... - Anna 18:20 Aug 22 (0)
There is not much literature analysis... - karenciavo 18:18 Aug 22 (2)
- Thanks - those links were great and confirmed what I was suspecting..(more) - Heather in VA 18:26 Aug 22 (1)
  - I'm not sure yet... - karenciavo 19:01 Aug 22 (0)

I *have* to rave about our newest read-aloud!!! - Tami 17:23 Aug 22 (10)

Yes, I loved all of Enright's books when I was a child and now I enjoy sharing them with my boys. In fact, I just read "The Saturdays" aloud to them for the second time in as many years! : ) (nt) - Colleen 23:37 Aug 22 (0)
This was one of my favorites growing up :) nt - Stephanie in Texas 20:33 Aug 22 (0)
I jumped up and ran to the library as soon as I saw your message... - Cris in NY 18:56 Aug 22 (0)
Re: I *have* to rave about our newest read-aloud!!! - Lucy 18:48 Aug 22 (2)
- I have read several times that Rowling's favorite - Mary Jo in MI 20:09 Aug 22 (1)
  - OOOPPPSSS! Mary Jo is right -- got my Elizabeths mixed up. Thanks for the correction! nm - Lucy 8:09 Aug 23 (0)
Sounds great - I have them reserved at our local library! nt - Sharon in SC 18:02 Aug 22 (0)
Thanks I'm going to Amazon right now to check it out nt - Chris in CA 17:31 Aug 22 (0)
OOH, don't I feel old..that was one of my favorites growing up..and try the Four story Mistake ( same author) ,too! NT - Renee 17:27 Aug 22 (0)
Thanks! I'll add it to our list. nt - Pensguys 17:25 Aug 22 (0)

Does anyone have a lesson plan for history 2nd grader using STOW and VP cards combined? - TheresaP 16:59 Aug 22 (3)

I'm not sure, but maybe this is the link Susan was referring to? - casey 17:26 Aug 22 (1)
- Thanks Casey! Don't know why my link didn't "stick." nt - Susan in SoCal 18:59 Aug 22 (0)
Yes, there's a plan at Paula's site. Link enclosed... - Susan in SoCal 17:08 Aug 22 (0)

Question about organization... - Cris in NY 16:56 Aug 22 (4)

Thanks for the suggestions everyone - Cris in NY 16:42 Aug 23 (0)
A pretty basket in the living room so it contains the clutter but is accessible. I have lots of baskets (some with lids) that hide all kind of junk . . . uh, I mean treasures (mine and my kids!) nt - Kimm in WA 19:25 Aug 22 (0)
most things like that I put in a large canvas bin that is - katilac 18:28 Aug 22 (0)
You could have each of them - Chris in Ca 17:00 Aug 22 (0)

I need an online reading list for Ancients (all levels if possible) - Osmosis Mom 16:53 Aug 22 (3)

When you study ancient Greece, don't miss _Black Ships Before Troy_. We are loving it! (nt) - Wendi 19:25 Aug 22 (0)
OM, I keep missing you. I posted a "thanks" on gen'l board. nt - Anna 18:21 Aug 22 (0)
Here you go...Hope this helps! - crisean 16:58 Aug 22 (0)

R & S Grammar question - does anyone here rotate R & S with EG - Chris in CA 16:32 Aug 22 (1)

Sorta... - Yevrah 17:13 Aug 22 (0)

StaceyTea -- are you going forth with Calvert this year??? - Cris in NY 16:13 Aug 22 (4)

Nope! I got cold feet (m) - StacyTea 17:08 Aug 22 (3)
- I'm so glad you were able to find a systemt hat works for your family... - Cris in NY 19:02 Aug 22 (2)
  - Nice hearing from you too, Cris. I hope your plan works well :-) nt - StacyTea 8:28 Aug 23 (0)
  - Sorry about the typos, I'm so dang tired! ....nt - Cris in NY 19:03 Aug 22 (0)

Question for those who recommended I email the guy from Teaching the Classics... - Heather in VA 15:13 Aug 22 (12)

What is the link, please? nt - DEB 17:09 Aug 22 (4)
- Oops - sorry (link inside).. - Heather in VA 17:11 Aug 22 (3)
  - Are you naming the link, Heather? Without a name in the Link Title box, it won't show up. nt - MS 6:17 Aug 23 (0)
  - Ugh - I don't get why sometimes the links work and sometimes they don't - trying again... - Heather in VA 17:12 Aug 22 (1)
    - No go - the website is http://www.centerforlit.com/products_&_resources.htm (nt) - Heather in VA 17:12 Aug 22 (0)
I just received the teacher's guide and might be able to answer your question. I haven't watched the videos yet though. nt - KPM 15:26 Aug 22 (4)
- The teacher guides I was wondering about are "coming soon"... - Heather in VA 16:32 Aug 22 (3)
  - Ooooh, "along with answers". That's exactly what I need! nt - KPM 16:41 Aug 22 (2)
    - My thoughts exactly - so I asked him.. - Heather in VA 17:00 Aug 22 (1)
      - I've seen that note on there since April, so... - 0:-) Angela 5:19 Aug 24 (0)
I have not received a reply either... - Yolanda 15:21 Aug 22 (1)
- Oh no - I didn't mean that at all... - Heather in VA 16:24 Aug 22 (0)

Would history narrations, R&S 4 writing assignments, copywork/dictation be enough for 5th and 4th grade? and more ramblings..... - RT 14:52 Aug 22 (9)

Remember, CW Aesop is more then just Aesop -m - Kathie in VA 19:10 Aug 22 (0)
I'm a newbie at homeschooling, but I was a writer (reporter) before kids, and I think... - Renee, who used to write and still has dreams... 19:06 Aug 22 (2)
- Hmmm...this is the strategy behind Wordsmith Apprentice. A program I was going to sell..maybe I should think twice about that! nt - Cris in NY 4:49 Aug 23 (0)
- My kids came up with the idea to do a family newspaper, and my dd has had so much fun writing book/movie reviews, short 'news' blurbs, etc. nt - Jill, OK in VA 19:11 Aug 22 (0)
I'm a newbie at homeschooling, but I was a writer (reporter) before kids, and I think... - Renee, who used to write and still has dreams... 19:06 Aug 22 (0)
LogosSchool has several writing options that might be affordable . . - LH 18:17 Aug 22 (0)
How do I teach writing when I don't know how? Yevrah, Thanks for your kind words. - RT 18:09 Aug 22 (1)
- My philosphy.... - Yevrah 19:04 Aug 22 (0)
Wow. Your kids are doing more writing than my 8th grade dd (m) - Yevrah 17:18 Aug 22 (0)

Trial and Triumph or 100 Most Important Events...which do you like better?...thanks..nt - Lorri 14:47 Aug 22 (6)

Joining the crowd: Trial & Triumph. (nt) - Colleen 23:38 Aug 22 (0)
Same here, T&T. nt - Donna A. 17:27 Aug 22 (0)
Just received T & T and love it, nt - Chris in CA 16:49 Aug 22 (0)
I only have T & T and like it a lot. (nt) - Lil3 16:10 Aug 22 (0)
I use them both, but if I had to pick it would be T & T. nt - Melanie in Wa 14:51 Aug 22 (1)
- Ditto.(nt) - Tami 17:00 Aug 22 (0)

Does Saxon stock the test booklets of older editions? nm - Yevrah 14:29 Aug 22 (1)

Only until they run out. You'd have to call them to see if they have your edition...phone number inside... - Robin in DFW 14:47 Aug 22 (0)

TaraHen - I posted a follow up to your what to do with baby question - I forgot and just checked that post for the first time - realized I caused a big fuss - wanted to clarify - please read :) nt - Anne Marie 14:24 Aug 22 (1)

Thanks, Anne Marie. nt - TaraHen 19:41 Aug 22 (0)

Looking for a computer-based HS program for a 15 year old - Lisa 14:17 Aug 22 (2)

You might want to post on the high school board, too. nt - Karen in TX 14:39 Aug 22 (1)
- Thanks for the suggestion! nm - Lisa 14:43 Aug 22 (0)

Excellent website for Week #2 of SOTW Vol 4 (m) - Julie in GA 14:13 Aug 22 (1)

oops! forgot to list the website! Here it is... - Julie in GA 14:14 Aug 22 (0)

Reading/Literature analysis... - Karen in TX 14:07 Aug 22 (3)

Re: Reading/Literature analysis... - Alicia in FL 18:37 Aug 22 (0)
I'm going to start with "Teaching the Classics" this year for the same reasons. - KPM 15:05 Aug 22 (1)
- Me too and for the same reasons.......Re: I'm going to start with "Teaching the Classics" this year for the same reasons. - Yolanda 15:13 Aug 22 (0)

I can't decide between the Vos Bible & the Egermeir to go along with SOTW 1! Please tell me what you use/like! Thanks! nt - ~Rebecca~ 13:27 Aug 22 (18)

Thank you everyone! :) nt - ~Rebecca~ 20:16 Aug 23 (0)
My vote for Egermeier . . . ds 6 and dd 4 really enjoyed it more . . . - Brenda in FL 18:31 Aug 23 (0)
I don't care for either, really. I've generally just read from an NIV Bible, but I did just buy "The Children's Bible in 365 Stories" by Mary Batchelor. I love this one! (nt) - Colleen 23:30 Aug 22 (0)
We had both, but sold the Vos. Loved Egermeier's. Your religious perspective may affect your opinion. Can you check them out at the library and read a few chapters of each? nt - TanyaS 20:51 Aug 22 (0)
We have both. Egermeier's okay, but we much prefer Vos. nt - Donna A. 17:30 Aug 22 (0)
I don't have Vos. I have Egermeier and the Golden Children's Bible and prefer Golden for the rich language. nt - abbeyej 17:00 Aug 22 (0)
Love Vos here as well nt - Chris in CA 16:50 Aug 22 (0)
I've looked at both, and we went with Vos here. We've really enjoyed The Child's Story Bible. nt - Nicole in CA 16:20 Aug 22 (0)
The HARDBOUND Egermeier has questions.... - Cathy in CA 16:19 Aug 22 (3)
- Yes, this is what we use and like. nt - MIch elle 6:04 Aug 23 (0)
- Hey, my hardbound copy doesn't have questions! - Old Mother West Wind 19:01 Aug 22 (0)
- We've really enjoyed Egermeier's for the same reason... - Cathi in San Diego 17:22 Aug 22 (0)
I've tried both and definitely prefer Vos (m) - Lil3 16:12 Aug 22 (0)
depends - Vos is a definite reformed protestant interpretation of scripture - so if that fits your beliefs (or you can edit on the fly) - Vos is really well written and engaging (I have used and like both- we did E first then Vos) nt - Anne Marie 14:31 Aug 22 (0)
Re: Another vote for Vos. nt - chrisitna in GA 13:47 Aug 22 (0)
We used Vos for that. nt - Pensguys 13:33 Aug 22 (0)
We like the Vos because it flows well and is very close to Biblical meanings. nt - Karen in TX 13:30 Aug 22 (0)
Oops...meant "Egermeier"....sorry nt - ~Rebecca~ 13:29 Aug 22 (0)

Please don't get offended if I ask this but is BJU Science "accurate"?...(m) - casey 13:19 Aug 22 (7)

Science books... - GVA 18:54 Aug 22 (2)
- Thanks Gail. This was very, very helpful! Thank you! - casey 4:52 Aug 23 (1)
  - You're welcome! nt - GVA 4:53 Aug 23 (0)
Can you give us some examples? Worldview... - Cindyg 14:58 Aug 22 (0)
I've never heard this about BJU science, but I've read a couple of things about ABeka's inaccuracies. nt - StacyTea 14:01 Aug 22 (0)
At this age I'm not sure it matters if one or two things are questionable. Just supplement with books and edit what you need to if you find discrepancies...nt - crisean 13:46 Aug 22 (1)
- Very good advice...similar to what Gail shared. Thank you ! - casey 4:53 Aug 23 (0)

History help appreciated...I was planning on doing Am and World history this year... - farmgirl 13:11 Aug 22 (5)

We're doing American History with TruthQuest... - Tami 10:13 Aug 23 (0)
Another idea - lovemykids 20:47 Aug 22 (0)
How about doing a semester of Am. history and a semester of World history? That way things don't get too goofy. nt - StacyTea 14:03 Aug 22 (0)
YIKES! I'd run away if I were just turning 8 and had to learn from all this stuff!! - crisean 13:26 Aug 22 (0)
Here's an idea... - Elizabeth 13:20 Aug 22 (0)

Multiplication woes.....advice needed (more) - molly's mom 13:04 Aug 22 (14)

Re: Multiplication woes.....advice needed (more) - Anita 17:16 Aug 22 (1)
- Here is the Math Facts in a flash link....(m) - Anita 17:23 Aug 22 (0)
I'd stop. She isn't anywhere near being behind. - Lolly 14:38 Aug 22 (1)
- I second this. My 9 yo dd (entering 4th) is just now... - Cathi in San Diego 17:25 Aug 22 (0)
Re: Multiplication woes.....advice needed (more) - Elle 14:35 Aug 22 (0)
Using Models for Multiplication... - LCGal 14:29 Aug 22 (0)
First, does she understand the CONCEPT of multiplication? I'd start there. - PeggyS 13:53 Aug 22 (2)
- Peggy, I love your idea about the stories! nm - EchoMom 19:28 Aug 22 (1)
  - Thanks! Some of our stories got kind of gross, but that's what my kids like and remember. ;-) nt - PeggyS 6:43 Aug 23 (0)
Have you considered a skip counting tape? - Elizabeth 13:43 Aug 22 (2)
- Yep, this is what came to my mind first too! (nt) - Pat in MI 4:12 Aug 23 (

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