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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Feb 11 (0)
  • Opinions on art program - Meet the Masters......(m) - ballzy 23:03 Feb 11 (0)
  • Looking for beginning latin programs.... - Amanda in TX 22:01 Feb 11 (0)
  • OhElizabeth....I finally bought my Wise Guide sm.. - ThriceBlessed 21:26 Feb 11 (1)
  • Which would you recommend: SL Core 3 or SOTW 3 for history? (more) - SherriM in Michigan 20:41 Feb 11 (2)
  • My 6th grade ds is working through Apologia General Science this year...m - MI Mom 20:38 Feb 11 (0)
  • FLL3? Where can I find out more? (m) - fernande 19:34 Feb 11 (5)
  • I need help with the literary analysis...I posting a plot line I just typed up of Hansel and Gretel. Would you please tell me if I am in the ballpark?....m - MI Mom 19:20 Feb 11 (0)
  • Literary Analysis -when, how ... -m - Kathie in VA 18:40 Feb 11 (2)
  • Last of the Mohicans - logic stage - should we read it, watch the movie or skip it? nt - Heather in VA 18:13 Feb 11 (5)
  • Can I view the table of contents of Saxon 5/4 anywhere? TIA. nt - Classical Michele 17:54 Feb 11 (3)
  • Heather in VA-re PLL thread below - MIchelle 17:20 Feb 11 (3)
  • My 8 year old is in love with looking up words in the dictionary and takes the book everywhere we go & reads it constantly - (M) - Mel 16:53 Feb 11 (1)
  • any thoughts on Winston Grammar for a 3rd grader? nt - HollyDay 16:19 Feb 11 (2)
  • History Odyssey - Owl 16:09 Feb 11 (1)
  • Easy Grammar vs. R&S - Mommy7 14:46 Feb 11 (7)
  • Spanish curriculum for 2nd grader. Looking for language immersion type rather than writing spanish. TIA. nt - Staci in WA 14:13 Feb 11 (4)
  • Thank you SandraD/Prov 31 Sandra and Susie in CA! I will post to let you know how the sculpey works out! (nt) - cmn-CA 13:53 Feb 11 (0)
  • Does anyone know if R.E.A.L Science (from pandia press) plans on having any more science products out - and if so when? Thanks nt - Heather in VA 13:47 Feb 11 (2)
  • Did you guys know that you can try the first 10 Teaching Textbooks lessons online??.... - RhondaM. 13:14 Feb 11 (1)
  • Exploration Education...has anyone used these? What did you think? m - Pensguys 11:57 Feb 11 (3)
  • Prima Latina Teacher' Manual - anyone use it? m - Linda G in NZ 11:07 Feb 11 (4)
  • Is there a schedule or order for using the Science Explorer books? - Pajama Mama(aka Nancy in PA) 10:40 Feb 11 (0)
  • Has anyone jumped into Omnibus 2 without doing Omnibus 1. Since we've spent a lot of time on the ancients already, this is our preference. Would this work out well?nt - Nissi 10:27 Feb 11 (4)
  • What is an absolute must do for 6th grade, or your absolute favorite curriculum, and why? nt - Ruth 9:31 Feb 11 (2)
  • Robin in TX - thanks for your "plan" idea. It's brilliant! Going to give it a try! nt - earlybird mom 9:16 Feb 11 (1)
  • LEESA: answer to your LL7 and LL8 questions WAAYYY below inside here... - Lori D. 9:06 Feb 11 (0)
  • Has anyone ever heard of Recipe for Reading?...m - Busy Bee 8:41 Feb 11 (3)
  • Planners - Owl 8:38 Feb 11 (7)
  • Math for 7th gr. girl who hates math..TT 7 or Pre-algebra...Chalkdust or others? - Riverswamp 7:59 Feb 11 (4)
  • Primary Language Lessons, Intermediate Language Lessons, EFTTC 1/2 - which of these would follow FLL? Are there other options that are similar? Thanks nt - Heather in VA 7:31 Feb 11 (12)
  • State lessons... - sr 6:27 Feb 11 (20)
  • I need advice on telling my PS dc that we are going to hs next year. tia. nt - sr 6:22 Feb 11 (15)
  • I'm considering history options for first grade. Is there anything else I should know about besides SOTW and Mystery of History? sm - gandpsmommy 5:34 Feb 11 (20)
  • Writer's Jungle and Bravewriter questions... - Kathy in NC 5:19 Feb 11 (7)
  • Tami, re below on great books.....the videos I was referring to are literary discussions not movies of the books. Example inside.. - Lizzie in MA 4:46 Feb 11 (2)
  • Does anyone here alternate IEW with another writing program? If so, what do you use? (more) - Kathy in NC 4:32 Feb 11 (4)
  • Computer based curriculum - Denise in TN 3:21 Feb 11 (3)
  • For those who use Truthquest History..... - Linda 23:12 Feb 10 (3)
  • Does anyone use any of the geography materials by Evan Moor? Have you used the daily practice? nt - Pensguys 21:19 Feb 10 (3)
  • anyone know offhand what volume/chapter of SOTW Robin Hood would match up to? tia! /nft - katilac 20:34 Feb 10 (3)
  • Latin for Children...Greek for Children...Elementary Greek - Leesa 20:25 Feb 10 (7)
  • Can you give me advice on our schedule. m... - Mom of 4 20:01 Feb 10 (3)
  • In your opinion, TMs needed for BJU English 2-4? Thanks.. (nt) - Leslie in TN 19:50 Feb 10 (5)
  • A while ago someone had some great suggestions for the animal kingdom. It was something on the wall, and there were little books on each animal that were obtained from some free source. Ring a bell, anyone? Thanks for your help! nt - Mom of 4 19:38 Feb 10 (3)
  • Has anyone used WriteGuide.com? Opinions? TIA nt - Lemonshine 19:35 Feb 10 (1)
  • Can someone suggest a way to incorporate new vocab words into everyday use? My ds 7 does the Wordly Wise books. He loves them. But I haven't figured out a good system to get him to use the words in everyday use? Thanks for your help. nt - Mom of 4 19:34 Feb 10 (5)
  • SandraD/Prov31Sandra I have a question re: sculpey (m) - cmn-CA 19:32 Feb 10 (2)
  • All-inclusive language arts programs....Can you recommend options? - Heather in VA 19:10 Feb 10 (8)
  • Can someone compare Vocabulary for the High School Student with others like Wordly Wise? Which is better for retention? What are their similarities and differences? Thanks! nt - Robin in Tx 19:09 Feb 10 (0)
  • Question about math Horizons 6 vs Teaching Textbooks 7 sm - ilovemy6kids 18:38 Feb 10 (3)
  • I stopped the free download of the Westminster Catechism, If you want still want one, email is inside. nt - Kimber 18:26 Feb 10 (0)
  • Those who use CW Aesop - how do you cover teaching things like compare/contrast essays, persuasive paragraphs, etc.? nt - hearts 18:18 Feb 10 (2)
  • Has anyone done Around the World in 180 days as a co-op? nt - Janine 18:17 Feb 10 (0)
  • Is The Writer's Jungle worth $100? Thanks! (nt) - EKS 17:50 Feb 10 (3)
  • Any comments on Phonics Road to Spelling and Reading? (m) - OhElizabeth 17:39 Feb 10 (7)
  • BJU Heritage Studies or A Beka History...which do you prefer and why? nt - Josie 17:30 Feb 10 (1)
  • In my nonstop search for the perfect curriculum... LOL... Would someone mind telling me about Winter Promise? Especially how it compares to Sonlight. nt - Mom2-3 17:26 Feb 10 (7)
  • Jessica from Trivium Academy, could you privately email me, please? nt - Chris in VA 17:22 Feb 10 (5)
  • Any suggestions for an online list of books to read aloud for American history (a friend is asking for her 6 yo ds). TIA - ELaurie 17:11 Feb 10 (3)
  • anyone remember when the R&S spring sale begins? (sm) - Nicole 17:07 Feb 10 (14)
  • Camrose Classical Academy lesson plans (m) - lah 17:04 Feb 10 (1)
  • United Streaming - Renata 16:47 Feb 10 (4)
  • Janis in DE ??? - Fay up North 16:41 Feb 10 (0)
  • Tami and Hoggirl....some more on BJU 5 (sm) - Zee 15:40 Feb 10 (2)
  • TOG - RA 15:28 Feb 10 (1)
  • What books do you consider must have for Logic stage Renaissance period - Karen in Maryland 15:06 Feb 10 (1)
  • Mapping the World by Heart - LAC 15:03 Feb 10 (4)
  • Is there a way to see a sample of the Beautiful Feet Geography through Literature Study Guide? TIA. nt - KIN 14:34 Feb 10 (1)
  • Does anyone have an artsy middle schooler? - Renata 14:07 Feb 10 (8)
  • Owl, question re: the bubble bath experiment... - saved1112 13:00 Feb 10 (1)
  • Hoggirl, if you want to know the topics covered in BJU and Abeka science texts, let me know. I'll grab my books. nt - saved1112 12:57 Feb 10 (5)
  • Siloam ..... I answered your WP question down below. (nt) - Leesha 12:44 Feb 10 (1)
  • American Military History Sources - Ginnybun 12:19 Feb 10 (1)
  • Guerber ("Story of...") vs. "Famous Men of" series; what's the major differences? - Malenki 11:50 Feb 10 (2)
  • Why plan if you just do - Jill 11:09 Feb 10 (35)
  • Does anyone have a current CBD coupon code? Thanks nt - Janis in DE 10:43 Feb 10 (5)
  • Opinions Please on grade 3 English/Language curriculum and spelling - alwayslearning 10:40 Feb 10 (1)
  • Polyhedral patterns: esp pyramid, prism, octohedron, parallelepiped >> - Owl 10:38 Feb 10 (2)
  • Considering BJUP Reading for grades 2-4... likes and dislikes? How much teacher time? nt - angela&boys 10:12 Feb 10 (7)
  • Spanish Curriculum - Melissa 10:03 Feb 10 (4)
  • Could someone please tell me about CW Aesop? Is it a writing program, grammer program? I've seen it mentioned alot, so now I am curious! TIA! nt - Staci in WA 9:29 Feb 10 (8)
  • Favorite FREE Lulu downloads? Please share your list! nt - lovemykids 9:24 Feb 10 (1)
  • Venting.....Grrrrrrr! United Streaming still has not sent me a pass code! Is it normal for it to take this long??.... - RhondaM. 8:54 Feb 10 (8)
  • Nancy in OH and I have been discussing the focus on studying the history and literature of Western culture in classical education below. The question has come up, "but what about the global world we live in?" (paraphrase) m - Jami in TX 8:52 Feb 10 (14)
  • Website for printable logic puzzles? - Sweet Charlotte 8:43 Feb 10 (1)
  • Planning ahead . . . Is this a reasonable writing plan for 3rd grade . . . - Maisy 8:16 Feb 10 (2)
  • Has anyone used Beautiful Feet's Holling C. Holling book program? Could my 1st grader do this in the summer? She's reading chapter books well. n - Chris in VA 8:13 Feb 10 (7)
  • ali in oregon and MFW users--Spelling WO? - fernande 7:42 Feb 10 (4)
  • What is the link for Kimber's Reading and Writing Copy Books? nm - Polly 7:31 Feb 10 (1)
  • WinterPromise Language Arts - Has anyone used this? Opinions? Thanks! nt - hearts 7:01 Feb 10 (0)