K-8 Curriculum Board

New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Mar 02 (0)

What sales/coupon codes do you know about??? - Ann in WA 22:36 Mar 2 (0)

what basic timeline sets do you like for younger grades? m - Ann in WA 22:34 Mar 2 (1)

Homeschooling in the Woods - Tina in WA 22:41 Mar 2 (0)

Do any of you make a weekly checklist of what you want your child to accomplish rather than daily lesson plans? (m) - EchoMom 21:23 Mar 2 (4)

My 11 yo ds has just requested this (m) - Stephanie not in TX 22:20 Mar 2 (0)
I do for my oldest, for my younger I make a weekly list for me to follow. - Karen in CO 22:09 Mar 2 (0)
I give my dd a weekly list.....m - Julieofsardis 21:57 Mar 2 (0)
I've done weekly schedules for the last 3 years, but... - Lori D. 21:35 Mar 2 (0)

Thank you Karen for your response to my CW Poetry question below - Chris in CA 21:21 Mar 2 (0)

ACES PACES with dyslexia? - Txmomof2 21:19 Mar 2 (0)

Well, I don't think I can come back here any more! After hearing about KnowBox. Sale!!!! more - 5knights3maidens 20:39 Mar 2 (15)

Here you are... inside - LisaWA 20:57 Mar 2 (0)
We are doing the Colonial American one now, and LOVE it! nt - siloam 20:56 Mar 2 (0)
Can you link to these please! Thanks nt - Rhonda in WA 20:54 Mar 2 (0)
Who? What? More lapbooks and they're beautiful to boot...I can't come here anymore either... - Magic Wand 20:48 Mar 2 (7)
- Oh they don't sell lapbooks.... WARNING LINKS INSIDE.... - Tina in WA 20:51 Mar 2 (6)
  - You teaser! LOL...1, 2, 3 guesses as to where I'm headed...back at ya later. nt - Magic Wand 20:55 Mar 2 (5)
    - LOL :o) Too funny! - Tina in WA 21:08 Mar 2 (4)
      - btw... - Tina in WA 21:09 Mar 2 (3)
        
        Oh, you're just full of information aren't you? LOL..I did go peek... - Magic Wand 21:16 Mar 2 (2)
        
        I know.... - Tina in WA 21:24 Mar 2 (1)
        
        are a good= aren't a good - Tina in WA 21:29 Mar 2 (0)
I too purchase the Unit Studies from Homeschool in the Woods! - Tina in WA 20:45 Mar 2 (3)
- I have to get a few things (paper etc..) and I'm going to start getting this stuff printed within a few weeks...m - 5knights3maidens 20:49 Mar 2 (1)
  - I can't wait to hear! Good night too! ~Tina - Tina in WA 20:52 Mar 2 (0)
- oh my lots of typo's..... nm - Tina in WA 20:48 Mar 2 (0)

MUS different method of multiplication....is it really less confusing? - Natalija 20:27 Mar 2 (0)

Do you have any great resources for bilingual French/English online stores in the US? or just French would be fine. TIA - Trivium Academy 20:23 Mar 2 (0)

Can someone explain which eddition of Kingfisher I want for history? There are 3 edditions, yes? Is the newest one - Owl 20:16 Mar 2 (2)

The one WTM recommends has a great timeline, but it's $$$ - mom2abcd 21:09 Mar 2 (0)
Here's what I recall hearing... - Magic Wand 20:46 Mar 2 (0)

I've found a method of using Sequential Spelling that might be helpful to someone else. - suzeintn 19:16 Mar 2 (0)

Another Question about the KnowledgeBox Sale? - Stacey in NY 19:13 Mar 2 (2)

Keep on going..... - siloam 20:21 Mar 2 (0)
Iuse paypal to buy mine.... so Imnot to sure.... I did have to log in to get o the code part.... nm - LisaWA 19:39 Mar 2 (0)

My son doesn't like to read and I discovered he's been skimming books.. I have an R&S reading program question.... - Karie 19:00 Mar 2 (5)

Oh, well, that would be the best way to... - Ellie 20:21 Mar 2 (1)
- I agree, my ds despised them but he does like BJU. nt - Cheller 20:32 Mar 2 (0)
It's probably not the material that's the trouble. I would sit with him and take turns reading: you read a page or paragraph, he reads a page or paragraph. nm - Stacy in NJ 20:02 Mar 2 (0)
At that age the R&S readers are Bible stories... - MIch elle 19:57 Mar 2 (0)
My son used to have 3 books he was reading at any one time - LH 19:44 Mar 2 (0)

Looking for a geography program . . . - Jennifer in MI 18:49 Mar 2 (4)

For what ages are you looking to use with? - Tina in WA 21:49 Mar 2 (0)
My Father's World... Exploring Countries & Cultures does all this. - mom2abcd 21:16 Mar 2 (0)
How about a children's atlas? - ELaurie 19:59 Mar 2 (0)
Not animals but The Geography Book by Caroline Arnold is wonderful. (m) - Trivium Academy 19:47 Mar 2 (0)

Anyone hear of Robinson curriculum? - Jules 18:29 Mar 2 (4)

I don't have access to much of a library here, so for me I"ve liked printing out the books off the disks. My kids are still small-not sure if I will use the program the way it's set out. nt.. - sherylinarctic 21:11 Mar 2 (0)
Robinson Curriculum method and materials are great and do - LH 19:49 Mar 2 (0)
opinions from someone who has read about it a lot, but not used it.... - Peela 18:49 Mar 2 (0)
Someone farther down the board mentioned it - I think as a follow-up to a post from karenciavo (nt) - Julie in GA 18:33 Mar 2 (0)

question about lesson plan for Apologia elementary... - LJ 18:29 Mar 2 (1)

Rainbow Resource sells a lesson plan book. Link inside. - Victoria in GA 19:30 Mar 2 (0)

About nouns--proper nouns in particular-- - Alana 18:18 Mar 2 (6)

The "special" name of a noun is a proper noun and is capitalized. Mom is a common noun but Alana is a proper noun. : ) nt - Trivium Academy 19:48 Mar 2 (3)
- "mother" is a common noun; Mom is a proper noun. nt - Ellie 20:22 Mar 2 (0)
- 'Mom' is a difficult one - Laura in China 20:17 Mar 2 (1)
  - Yes, she certainly is! - Alana 22:19 Mar 2 (0)
Some ideas....:) - Daisy 18:30 Mar 2 (1)
- Thank you! It's been a long week! (nt) - Alana 19:42 Mar 2 (0)

math manipulatives - Michelle in ND 18:12 Mar 2 (1)

I'd say yes but - Cleo Qc 19:25 Mar 2 (0)

SWR users. At what point in the spelling lists do you start to incorporate grammar into the daily LA? (By the way this is our 1st year with SWR and it is "The Bomb").nt - lisa in ohio 17:56 Mar 2 (5)

Formally? Never. I went with another grammar program, it was - Magic Wand 20:50 Mar 2 (0)
What age is your student? m - Pensguys 18:05 Mar 2 (3)
- He is 6.5 and on list G.nt - lisa in ohio 18:33 Mar 2 (2)
  - It's time! This is our first year too (m) - Alana 19:52 Mar 2 (1)
    - Just wanted to add my dd is 6.5 and ds is 9. hth. (nt) - Alana 21:12 Mar 2 (0)

Knowledge box sale question-what pre-assembled LB's from there have you liked? (Besides the TOG, which I'm already getting.) nt - MamaPapa 17:53 Mar 2 (7)

I have Astronomy and the State one. :) - LisaWA 19:14 Mar 2 (5)
- my friend!!!! nm - Tina in WA 19:21 Mar 2 (4)
  - Well I really did want to post something to you.... Please look asap - Tina in WA 19:27 Mar 2 (3)
    - Here are the other formats - LisaWA 19:45 Mar 2 (1)
      - Thanks so much {{Lisa}}! You're wonderful! nm - Tina in WA 19:51 Mar 2 (0)
    - Ask my dear friend and you shall recieve... Link nside - LisaWA 19:44 Mar 2 (0)
I hae the State Study one. Haven't used it yet, but I do like the lay out. nm - Tina in WA 18:34 Mar 2 (0)

What literary devices are covered in LL8?...nt - Busy Bee 17:41 Mar 2 (0)

what does LC stand for regarding latin curriculum?thanks.nt - lisa in ohio 17:31 Mar 2 (1)

Latina Christiana from Memoria Press. (LfC is Latin for Children from Classical Academic Press.) nt - abbeyej 17:32 Mar 2 (0)

We are using Exploring History Encyclopedia & I have a question about outlining our weekly reading (m) - Mel 17:27 Mar 2 (0)

around the world in180 days? m - ruth 17:23 Mar 2 (0)

Does Writing Strands teach outlining in any of it's books? nt - steppingstonemomma 17:22 Mar 2 (2)

It doesn't, but we are using Outlining by Remedia Publications... - Heather 19:35 Mar 2 (0)
We are in level 5 and so far I don't think there has been any outlining. nt - Tracy in Ky 17:37 Mar 2 (0)

My 6th grader is asking for additional independent material. Any suggestions? (m) - FloridaLisa 17:22 Mar 2 (1)

Has he used Fallacy Detective? It's designed for independent work. nt - Chris in VA 17:45 Mar 2 (0)

Need SOTW 3 Literature Favorites! RA and books on a 4th/5th grade level. Thanks. nt - steppingstonemomma 17:19 Mar 2 (3)

Gulliver's Travels, Robinson Crusoe, Pilgrims Progress, The Witch of Blackbird Pond, and check out Amblesideonline.org nt - Kimber 18:23 Mar 2 (1)
- Another my daughter just loved, Jump Ship to Freedom. nt - Kimber 18:56 Mar 2 (0)
So many good ones for this time period... - Julie in GA 17:38 Mar 2 (0)

Anyone recommend a good Christian magazine for preteen girls? - illinoismom 16:56 Mar 2 (2)

Brio by Focus on the Family (link inside) - Mel 17:05 Mar 2 (1)
- Dd loves Brio. I second it with high recommendations! nt - mom2abcd 21:21 Mar 2 (0)

Would it be too much to do Sonlight World History Core 6 and American History at the same time? I've never used any Sonlight materialsbefore. nt - KPM 16:48 Mar 2 (2)

Generally that wouldn't be the best plan... - siloam 20:35 Mar 2 (0)
For a 1st time SL user I would say yes. (m) - Beth in TN 16:55 Mar 2 (0)

Do you do a formal art curriculum? And if so, what? nt - steppingstonemomma 16:37 Mar 2 (5)

I use Artistic Pursuits for both boys (6 and 10) and Draw Squad for the elder - Laura in China 20:12 Mar 2 (1)
- My 8 yo is making excellent progress with Draw Squad and 10 yo is doing well with Drawing on the Right Side...nt - Magic Wand 21:24 Mar 2 (0)
Re: Do you do a formal art curriculum? And if so, what? nt - Erika 19:50 Mar 2 (0)
Yes, Atelier :o) nm - Tina in WA 18:35 Mar 2 (0)
We don't, but if I did it would be Artistic Pursuits - I've looked through these & they look great! (nt) - Mel 17:18 Mar 2 (0)

Mommy7... a late post for scheduling across the board - Melissa B 16:05 Mar 2 (1)

Re: Mommy7... a late post for scheduling across the board - Mommy7 16:47 Mar 2 (0)

Has anyone use the syllabus for Hakim's series from Hewitt Homeschool? Is it worthwhile? nt - KPM 15:08 Mar 2 (3)

We have it - mooooom 17:01 Mar 2 (0)
I ordered it but didn't use. Found the individual guides and Sonlight Core100 more useful.nm - Lyn 15:28 Mar 2 (1)
- Did you use the elementary or upper grades TG? I have a 6th grader so don't know which to get. TIA. nt - KPM 15:50 Mar 2 (0)

Curriculum choices for a new HS mom who has an ADHD son..... - Chris in PA 15:05 Mar 2 (15)

Re: Curriculum choices for a new HS mom who has an ADHD son..... - Txmomof2 21:15 Mar 2 (0)
I would focus on the reading at first... - Greta Lea:) 17:11 Mar 2 (0)
one resource not to be missed is - crystal 16:19 Mar 2 (0)
Resource ideas... - Lori D. 16:18 Mar 2 (0)
MUS is working great for us (see my post farther down the board). (nt) - Rhonda in TX 15:20 Mar 2 (0)
ACE Paces---not a popular choice but working here - Ottakee 15:12 Mar 2 (9)
- Friend of mine with an autistic dd uses these and loves them. (nt) - Donna A. 19:08 Mar 2 (0)
- Ottakee - can you tell me more about PACES.... - Michelle T 17:42 Mar 2 (1)
  - here is one link - Ottakee 18:48 Mar 2 (0)
- I use these with ADHD 6th grade son because he does the work in the workbook, there is plenty of space... - Cheryl B in VA 16:07 Mar 2 (4)
  - How is the math with this program? I may tell my neighbor about these...her grandson has ADHD and she is going to start homeschooling him. nt - Pensguys 16:14 Mar 2 (3)
    - The math program is what I use. Sorry I didn't say which subject I was talking about :-(). nt - Cheryl B in VA 17:16 Mar 2 (2)
      - That's good....I'm deciding between telling my neighbor...m - Pensguys 18:07 Mar 2 (1)
        
        How about Spectrum? - mom2abcd 21:32 Mar 2 (0)
- I agree! ACE Paces are great + the online diagnostic test really makes purchasing the correct levels for each grade so simple! (nt) - Mel 15:52 Mar 2 (0)

History Curriculum - Brandy 14:44 Mar 2 (4)

You can use MOH with TOG ;) - siloam 20:48 Mar 2 (0)
Re: History Curriculum - LisaWA 19:27 Mar 2 (0)
They use two very different methods... - Julie in GA 17:53 Mar 2 (0)
I am using MOH this year and it's ok - I do like the Audio CD's that go w/ the curriculum. (more) - Mel 17:22 Mar 2 (0)

Has anyone used R&S in the earlier grades...to teach to read? - Mommy7 14:42 Mar 2 (4)

I couldn't recommend "We Learn About God"... - Ellie 20:27 Mar 2 (0)
I used some of it off & on and it moves very quickly... - MIch elle 14:56 Mar 2 (2)
- Re: I used some of it off & on and it moves very quickly... - Mommy7 16:44 Mar 2 (1)
  - No but it's similar in that they are both readers/workbook programs. nt - MIch elle 19:59 Mar 2 (0)

R & S Readers...Are the stories in the teacher's edition as well... - Kim 14:21 Mar 2 (4)

Re: R & S Readers...Are the stories in the teacher's edition as well... - Mommy7 14:39 Mar 2 (2)
- Hi, Mommy7...I have just started with grade 4 English this year for our son and it is GREAT... - Kim 15:28 Mar 2 (1)
  - Re: Hi, Mommy7...I have just started with grade 4 English this year for our son and it is GREAT... - Mommy7 16:46 Mar 2 (0)
The stories are NOT in the TM. nt - Daisy 14:23 Mar 2 (0)

Help with 7th grade language curriculum - paradise 14:06 Mar 2 (2)

Has your dc used R&S English before? ... - MIch elle 14:37 Mar 2 (1)
- I agree. - Beth in TN 16:59 Mar 2 (0)

Trivium Academy - a French CD for YOU - LJ 14:05 Mar 2 (1)

Thanks Lesley! : ) nt - Trivium Academy 17:31 Mar 2 (0)

Re: the Exploring Creation (Apologia) books & the braces sale at Knowledge Box... what's the difference btwn the copywork pgs, the notebooking pgs, and the lapbook materials? - Virginia Heather 14:03 Mar 2 (17)

Help! The astronomy one they show on the pictures/demo section, which one is that (more) - MamaPapa 17:48 Mar 2 (5)
- I know there is one for older kids too (not the games one), but I can't seem to find it either... I - Tina in WA 19:29 Mar 2 (3)
  - well I think I found it... - Tina in WA 19:34 Mar 2 (2)
    - Thats it! :) Good job dear one... nm - LisaWA 19:46 Mar 2 (1)
      - Yeah! {{pat-pat-patting myself on the back}} nm - Tina in WA 19:51 Mar 2 (0)
- Re: Help! The astronomy one they show on the pictures/demo section, which one is that (more) - Stacey in NY 19:09 Mar 2 (0)
How about everybody else... which ones are you using?? - Virginia Heather 14:46 Mar 2 (2)
- I took the plunge and bought the cd roms president lapbooks and the lapbook starter kit, perfect for us right now. nt - Kimber 15:05 Mar 2 (1)
  - Getting some TOG pre-assembled LB's (to go with SOTW though) Hopefully that astronomy LB too! nt - MamaPapa 17:51 Mar 2 (0)
There are free notebook pages at Jeannie Fulbright's site - Rhonda in TX 14:14 Mar 2 (0)
I had this question too...here's my understanding... - Magic Wand 14:09 Mar 2 (5)
- Which ones did you decide to get, Wanda? - Virginia Heather 14:46 Mar 2 (4)
  - Well...it was a sale (wink, wink)...so I invested in... - Magic Wand 15:24 Mar 2 (3)
    - Well... you know, I've never made a lapbook before so this is unchartered territory for me. (m) - Virginia Heather 16:48 Mar 2 (2)
      - I think your boys will love it.... - Magic Wand 17:11 Mar 2 (1)
        
        Thanks so much, Wanda! I'll look into those resources! - Virginia Heather 17:28 Mar 2 (0)
You can do Zoo 2 before Zoo 1... - kat 14:06 Mar 2 (0)

Tina in WA-I was reading your post below that talked about EG and GWG (more) - MamaPapa 13:51 Mar 2 (1)

You are correct... - Tina in WA 18:49 Mar 2 (0)

How long does the R&S sale last? Thanks. nt - Magic Wand 13:45 Mar 2 (2)

10% off items beginning with "1" until April 15th. nt - Daisy 13:53 Mar 2 (1)
- Thank you. nt - Magic Wand 14:05 Mar 2 (0)

How long does the R&S sale last? Thanks. nt - Magic Wand 13:45 Mar 2 (1)

The sale ends April 13th. (nt) - Sherrie 14:42 Mar 2 (0)

Help me choose Latin for my 3rd grader... - Heather in VA 12:58 Mar 2 (7)

Using Henle with 3rd and 5th grader--working well--nt - Patricia 17:37 Mar 2 (0)
Well I realize it has fallen out of favor around here... - Suzannah in NoVA 14:11 Mar 2 (1)
- Why has this "fallen out of favor here"? This sounds pretty good. Would like to hear more feedback from anyone. nt.. - CactusPair 16:38 Mar 2 (0)
Re: Help me choose Latin for my 3rd grader... - adrienne 13:57 Mar 2 (0)
We started Latin for Children in 2nd grade, and it didn't move too fast. My dd still *loves* it, and we're halfway through Book B. Probably not enough grammar to suit, though. (nt) - Diane in Phoenix 13:28 Mar 2 (0)
Prima Latina - LH 13:06 Mar 2 (1)
- Well I'm not going to correct you... - Heather in VA 13:13 Mar 2 (0)

Earth Science - suzie 12:41 Mar 2 (4)

Is this it... - Susan S. 13:14 Mar 2 (1)
- that must be it - thank you! nt - Pster 13:26 Mar 2 (0)
Have you seen it at amazon? - Pster 12:51 Mar 2 (0)
I forgot to add it was just published 2006 and so it is very up-to-date! - suzie 12:42 Mar 2 (0)

CD fornat VS e-book? - Stacey in NY 12:38 Mar 2 (8)

Let's see if I can help you out... - Magic Wand 13:10 Mar 2 (5)
- How long does it normally take to get the e-book? - Jan 13:29 Mar 2 (4)
  - I ordered and got a confirmation email immediately - momof10 13:31 Mar 2 (3)
    - Did you order it from Knowledge Box? I ordered one 3 hours ago and still no e-mail. (nt) - My3Bears 13:52 Mar 2 (1)
      - Yes I did. - Jan 13:56 Mar 2 (0)
    - thank you. - Jan 13:34 Mar 2 (0)
Re: CD fornat VS e-book? - Stacey in NY 12:47 Mar 2 (1)
- well... - Tina in WA 13:25 Mar 2 (0)

Knowledge Box Central sale questions.... can someone tell me about the cds? more - steppingstonemomma 12:38 Mar 2 (5)

Has anyone ordered their e-books before? How long does it take to get them? nt - My3Bears 13:37 Mar 2 (1)
- I ordered two e-books from them today. - Rhonda in TX 14:15 Mar 2 (0)
you just - Tina in WA 12:48 Mar 2 (2)
- Tina...guess what? - Magic Wand 13:11 Mar 2 (1)
  - That is wonderful! - Tina in WA 13:22 Mar 2 (0)

Jessica (sm) - ELaurie 12:14 Mar 2 (3)

Lol, I can't promise but I'll try not to- don't look at my BookMooch wishlist! : ) nt - Trivium Academy 13:34 Mar 2 (2)
- Oh, all right (sm) - ELaurie 14:02 Mar 2 (1)
  - You've Got Mail : ) nt - Trivium Academy 17:36 Mar 2 (0)

WWYD for Latin? I'm not sure where to post this so I also posted on General board. m - kj in nc 11:46 Mar 2 (5)

If you are going to do LfC with your younger son... would - frogpond1 16:21 Mar 2 (0)
Well this is just my personal preference but for older kids starting Latin.. - Heather in VA 11:53 Mar 2 (3)
- Yes, Heather, please elaborate! I am trying to....(m) - Hoggirl 15:32 Mar 2 (0)
- I am not familiar with this curriculum. Can you tell me how it relates to LFC or Henle? nt - kj in nc 13:20 Mar 2 (0)
- LCT -- 6 chapters, is that six months? and - LH 13:08 Mar 2 (0)

Best thing to use in place of SOTW 2? - Ericaand3kids 11:41 Mar 2 (7)

look at "An Island Story" at www.tanglewoodeducation.com nt - fernande 14:39 Mar 2 (2)
- Re: look at "An Island Story" at www.tanglewoodeducation.com nt - Ericaand3kids 21:43 Mar 2 (0)
- My ds *loves* this book! nt - Cilantro 18:51 Mar 2 (0)
How about MFW Adventures - Lori 13:55 Mar 2 (0)
They are awfully young. - Carol in Cal. 12:13 Mar 2 (1)
- That's what I did -- skipped some lessons, and "camped out" on others, doing the crafts, etc. nt - Julie in GA 13:33 Mar 2 (0)
I looked hard and long at this-- - Alana 11:52 Mar 2 (0)

AWANA T&T Third Book - LatinaRepublicana 11:35 Mar 2 (1)

Here you go... - Laura in VA 15:08 Mar 2 (0)

Heather in VA - how's it coming with language/grammar decisions? - earlybird mom 11:17 Mar 2 (3)

Just as lost - if not moreso... - Heather in VA 12:15 Mar 2 (0)
have the same struggle for 3rd grammar - angie 12:07 Mar 2 (1)
- FLL 3 is the sequel to First Language Lessons due out this summer. GWG 3 is Growing with Grammar. nt - Heather in VA 12:22 Mar 2 (0)

Those of you who use R&S Pathway Readers... any use the phonics program itself too? - Malenki 10:59 Mar 2 (10)

we use Pathway Readers & workbooks + Explode The Code - CalicoKat 14:53 Mar 2 (0)
I've used the 2nd grade materials.... - Daisy 12:02 Mar 2 (0)
What age is your child? m.... - KEB 12:01 Mar 2 (2)
- He'll be 6.5 when we start 1st grade work this summer (nt) - Malenki 18:30 Mar 2 (0)
- also.. - KEB 12:07 Mar 2 (0)
R&S doesn't publish the Pathway readers... - Ellie 11:54 Mar 2 (4)
- Holy smokes! I was/am so confused; thank you ladies so much for explaining this!! - Malenki 18:31 Mar 2 (0)
- Pathway readers are sold by R & S but they are not used with their everyday curriculum....m - KEB 12:04 Mar 2 (2)
  - Pathway Readers are sold on the Internet by Rod and Staff Books, formerly Milestone Ministries... - Ellie 14:20 Mar 2 (1)
    - Pathway= Amish, R&S= Mennonite! nt - frogpond1 16:23 Mar 2 (0)

I could use the imput of CW users (Homer)... - siloam 10:43 Mar 2 (5)

Ok, I'll bite. - Susan in SoCal 20:41 Mar 2 (0)
It isn't difficult, you just need to know ahead of time what - frogpond1 16:29 Mar 2 (0)
Agreeing with the other two...(m) - Kim in MO 11:41 Mar 2 (0)
I don't think it's difficult (m) - Stephanie not in TX 11:05 Mar 2 (0)
We just started Homer, but what I've gleaned... - LH 10:53 Mar 2 (0)

An Intro - Arcticpixie 10:42 Mar 2 (16)

A Big welcome from Wa State... nt - LisaWA 19:33 Mar 2 (0)
Welcome~ nt - Tammyla 17:06 Mar 2 (0)
Welcome, and I LOVE your board new - you and "Tess at the Beach" have my votes for best names! - Sweetpeach 16:09 Mar 2 (1)
- Board "name" -- too quick to push send. - Sweetpeach 16:10 Mar 2 (0)
Welcome. Wow, we'd love to live in Alaska. Looking forward to "seeing" more of you around here! (nt) - The Tutor 15:27 Mar 2 (0)
Welcome! Love your name. I'm an Alaska girl too! nt - Magic Wand 14:18 Mar 2 (0)
Welcome! I love your board name! (nt) - Teresa in Oregon 13:50 Mar 2 (0)
Welcome! : ) (nt) - Dawne 13:28 Mar 2 (0)
Welcome to the boards :-). nt - Verena 11:44 Mar 2 (1)
- Thank you ! nt - Arcticpixie 13:18 Mar 2 (0)
Welcome! You're intro is very nice (m) - Vanna 11:37 Mar 2 (2)
- I was going to post a comment on your very nice blog...m - 5wolfcubs 14:11 Mar 2 (0)
- Re: Welcome! You're intro is very nice (m) - Arcticpixie 13:17 Mar 2 (0)
Hi!!! Glad to have met you...more - 5knights3maidens 11:02 Mar 2 (2)
- Robinson.... - Arcticpixie 13:14 Mar 2 (1)
  - Thank you! nt - 5knights3maidens 13:18 Mar 2 (0)

Did someone mention that Rainbow resource nows sends emails when mailed? m... - KEB 9:24 Mar 2 (3)

Ummm, yah...I always get an email from them 4-5 days AFTER I order and just a day or 2 before it arrives. :-/ *lol* (nt) - Dawne 13:34 Mar 2 (0)
I got an email, but the PO carrier arrived before the email. :) nt - earlybird mom 10:25 Mar 2 (0)
I ordered on 2/18 and got an email on 2/26 (Monday) saying it had shipped...sm - 5wolfcubs 9:35 Mar 2 (0)

Has anyone used Ray's Arithmetic? - Carrie in TN 9:21 Mar 2 (2)

Re: Has anyone used Ray's Arithmetic? - LatinaRepublicana 10:59 Mar 2 (1)
- There's a yahoo group for users. You'll have to look it up b/c I'm not completely sure of the name. nt - Daisy 11:32 Mar 2 (0)

Apologia's General Science for 5th & 7th OR wait a year? m - 5wolfcubs 9:16 Mar 2 (3)

I'd do Apologia Elem for all the LITTLES, and have the older ones in their own levels. nt - Kim C 10:51 Mar 2 (0)
I would split the subject at these grade levels.... - Tap, tap, tap 10:47 Mar 2 (0)
I think you need to look at what 7th grader is going to be doing in future years for science. - Rhonda in TX 9:43 Mar 2 (0)

WinterPromise's Adventures in Sea and Sky - anyone using this? Can you give a review? - Michelle T 9:05 Mar 2 (2)

Re: WinterPromise's Adventures in Sea and Sky - anyone using this? Can you give a review? - Arcticpixie 10:12 Mar 2 (0)
I am using it with....... - Rebecca in IL 10:01 Mar 2 (0)

Question for the Smithsonian Chemistry Set ..MicroChem X5000..I hope someone can help me..more - 5knights3maidens 8:52 Mar 2 (2)

Re: Question for the Smithsonian Chemistry Set ..MicroChem X5000..I hope someone can help me..more - Katie 12:47 Mar 2 (1)
- Thanks so much! nt - 5knights3maidens 13:15 Mar 2 (0)

Angie - about Intermediate Language Lessons... - Heather in VA 8:18 Mar 2 (0)

Opinions on Voyages in English and BJU Writing and Grammar or other suggestions-8th grade - Marianne in Texas 8:09 Mar 2 (0)

Planning on teaching 3 homeschool group classes next year. Suggestions on materials that have worked for you? - Cheryl B in VA 8:09 Mar 2 (10)

Sweetpipes makes nice recorder books... - Nan in Mass 14:56 Mar 2 (2)
- I agree! - nrg 16:27 Mar 2 (1)
  - Yes, they treat the recorder as a real instrument, not just a "starter" one or a toy. nm - Nan in Mass 17:54 Mar 2 (0)
Thanks for all the responses thus far...more - Cheryl B in VA 12:34 Mar 2 (3)
- Cheryl, do you have a great book of rounds, etc.? - mom2abcd 21:54 Mar 2 (0)
- Re: Thanks for all the responses thus far...more - Verena 14:06 Mar 2 (0)
- You're welcome... - Tina in WA 13:04 Mar 2 (0)
I'm thinking along similar lines :-).... - Verena 12:13 Mar 2 (0)
For recorder, I highly recommend The New Nine Note Recorder Method by - Tina in WA 11:07 Mar 2 (0)
I haven't used it yet, but I just bought Our World by Sonja Schild. - oakmom 10:34 Mar 2 (0)

Has anyone ever tried the Great Books Academy - Socratic Discussions Online?? Thoughts? nt - Melissa B 8:00 Mar 2 (1)

Have thought of trying... - Mom2Gabe 13:43 Mar 2 (0)

making flash cards - nandmsmom 7:55 Mar 2 (3)

Re: making flash cards - nandmsmom 9:50 Mar 2 (0)
We use the Avery White Index Cards (#5388) (sm) - Terrie in Germany 9:27 Mar 2 (0)
there are lots on line, some even offer premade ones....google flash card generator - Tap, tap, tap 7:57 Mar 2 (0)

math league or club -- 3rd graders - adrienne 7:52 Mar 2 (0)

Update on ADD DS and our switch from Saxon to MUS. - Rhonda in TX 7:41 Mar 2 (3)

Yea! Isn't it great when you find something that makes things run smoothly! Glad for you both! : ) (nt) - Lori D. 16:35 Mar 2 (0)
Thanks for the update. I'm glad MUS is working so well for him. (m) - Tammyla 9:38 Mar 2 (1)
- MUS works here too! Saxon didn't work for either boy here... - Lori D. 16:23 Mar 2 (0)

WinterPromise users-is it worth the price? m.... - hearts 7:33 Mar 2 (10)

We are doing AS1 right now... - Kari C in FL 19:45 Mar 2 (0)
We're using American Story 2... - Magic Wand 13:39 Mar 2 (2)
- Wanda, a question... - Kari C in FL 19:49 Mar 2 (1)
  - I'm planning to sell mine...but won't be done until - Magic Wand 20:18 Mar 2 (0)
Re: WinterPromise users-is it worth the price? m.... - akmommy 9:25 Mar 2 (0)
Re: WinterPromise users-is it worth the price? m.... - Laura in VA 8:55 Mar 2 (1)
- Hi Laura--so you took the plunge! If you need any other books, Let me know! <G> nt - Chris in VA 15:18 Mar 2 (0)
Re: WinterPromise users-is it worth the price? m.... - Cheller 8:46 Mar 2 (0)
I love it! - siloam 8:05 Mar 2 (1)
- Ditto on the savings if you buy used... - julianna 17:22 Mar 2 (0)

Miquon Math + Pascal's Triangle = Anxiety Attack - Sweetpeach 7:23 Mar 2 (4)

Relax - Miquon is a program about exposure, not mastery. - oakmom 10:37 Mar 2 (3)
- What I would do, though I am only working on Orange so far is... - Hope in Canada 15:02 Mar 2 (2)
  - I will do just what you suggested . . . (m) - Sweetpeach 16:19 Mar 2 (1)
    - OK, add this to our list of things to talk about, T - this looks interesting! nt - Colleen in NS 16:42 Mar 2 (0)

Does anyone know what time today the Knowledge Box Central "braces" sale ends? Thanks. nt - MamaPapa 7:16 Mar 2 (23)

Help me out here, please. I need the code again and what is the difference - Magic Wand 11:49 Mar 2 (3)
- answers - Tina in WA 12:39 Mar 2 (2)
  - Tina, you're a lifesaver...again. Which do you prefer? - Magic Wand 12:47 Mar 2 (1)
    - You're welcome! :o) - Tina in WA 12:57 Mar 2 (0)
Are there samples of these anywhere? I've never purchased any of their products and am having trouble visualizing these. - ShawneinFL 10:28 Mar 2 (5)
- Just broke down and bought TOG year 3 cds for all 4 units... those are - LisaWA 10:46 Mar 2 (0)
- There are samples online - Tina in WA 10:44 Mar 2 (3)
  - DOH!.. hyper again.... *Ü* nt - LisaWA 10:53 Mar 2 (0)
  - Scroll down a bit.... they have em... The 5th picture is year 2 unit 1 nt - LisaWA 10:47 Mar 2 (1)
    - Thanks ((Lisa)) !!! - Tina in WA 10:50 Mar 2 (0)
Whatcha all getting? Is the Presidents lapbook good? - mom2abcd 8:32 Mar 2 (6)
- As of yet.... NOTHING.... I am trying to be good. :o) - Tina in WA 13:40 Mar 2 (0)
- I got the first of the Presidents, TOG Y2 U4, a States Notbook and States Lapbook :D .nt - siloam 13:18 Mar 2 (0)
- I got Apol. Elem. Swimming Creatures - we're going to be doing that next year. (nt) - Rhonda in TX 9:44 Mar 2 (2)
  - Me Too! To good a deal to pass up.... nt - LisaWA 9:50 Mar 2 (1)
    - Im such a DORK... I bought flying creatures... not swimming.... I think I was a little excited eh? *Ü* - LisaWA 10:43 Mar 2 (0)
- Flying Creatures of the 5th day total package! A deal that could NOT be passed up *Ü* nt - LisaWA 8:52 Mar 2 (0)
Oh, I didn't know about this! Time to go shopping! (nt) - Rhonda in TX 7:43 Mar 2 (4)
- Human heart freebie... link inside... - LisaWA 8:37 Mar 2 (2)
  - This is great! It will fit in perfect with our heart study. Thanks! nt - Jeanne in MN 15:02 Mar 2 (1)
    - Your welcome! Have fun.... nt - LisaWA 19:36 Mar 2 (0)
- Here is the link to the sale.... - LisaWA 7:54 Mar 2 (0)
3-3-07 at midnight *Ü* nt - LisaWA 7:37 Mar 2 (0)

What are your thoughts about the Guerber / Miller books for history? nt - ELaurie 6:59 Mar 2 (7)

Forgot... I have an actual Guerber book... Great poem inside... - LisaWA 9:49 Mar 2 (0)
The Guerber books are on-line--you can download a few pages and see how they fit. - Alana 8:17 Mar 2 (3)
- These aren't exactly the same as what NothingNewPress.com offers... - Trivium Academy 8:42 Mar 2 (2)
  - How different are they? That would be interesting to know. - Alana 11:32 Mar 2 (1)
    - Could you compare them.... - RhondaM. 11:43 Mar 2 (0)
We have enjoyed the ones from Greece-Rome through 13 colonies sm - LisaWA 7:41 Mar 2 (1)
- Clarifying... I use the Miller books *Ü* shoul dhave mentioned that....tn - LisaWA 9:31 Mar 2 (0)

Is there a *free* word search maker online that doesn't require me to download anything? (more) - Mel 6:40 Mar 2 (2)

This is the one I use...link only - Grace 6:46 Mar 2 (1)
- Thank you SOOOOO Much Grace! :0) nt - Mel 7:12 Mar 2 (0)

how do you know if your child is a visual or auditory learner? nt. - DeeinFL 6:14 Mar 2 (9)

I posted and article about this on my website... - Sandy 7:21 Mar 2 (0)
Here's a check list I've found helpful.... - Lori D. 6:25 Mar 2 (6)
- I'm convinced my son is a fourth one. I wish someone would discover it. ;) nm - Nan in Mass 7:04 Mar 2 (5)
  - My son too! He just doesn't fit in ANY of the other three. nt - Michelle T 9:09 Mar 2 (4)
    - Please list his traits so we can see whether we have one of the 4th type also :-) - LY 9:40 Mar 2 (3)
      - How about this: "Y" learning style (as in "Why can't I figure this kid out?"). Traits... - Lori D. 16:33 Mar 2 (2)
        
        LOL! Yes, the video game concentration is enormous.... - Michelle T 17:53 Mar 2 (1)
        
        Maybe he matches up with some of these? From Harold Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences... - Lori D. 21:08 Mar 2 (0)
Try this test. It's quick & painless. nt - aubrey 6:18 Mar 2 (0)

Anyone that has used Shurley grammar - I don't know if I can keep it up. Tell me it's o.k. to jump ship or tell me the benefits of Shurley are so wonderful, I shouldn't give up.... - Kathy in NC 6:12 Mar 2 (5)

If you're not at the point of "bail out or die" then go w/ the suggestions others have made (sm) - Vanna 11:41 Mar 2 (0)
We never followed the script, but we jumped ship..... - WTMindy 6:34 Mar 2 (0)
Jump! - kerry3sons 6:30 Mar 2 (0)
We do not do the jingles anymore and I rarely follow the teacher script (m) - mom2fourboys 6:25 Mar 2 (1)
- I agree completely. We only do certain jingles and only if the student still needs that info. I don't use script. We orally discuss vocab. I use other writing. nt - FloridaLisa 6:38 Mar 2 (0)

How many levels are there for the Nora Gaydos readers? sm - Pster 5:53 Mar 2 (2)

Re: How many levels are there for the Nora Gaydos readers? sm - Trivium Academy 6:54 Mar 2 (1)
- There's also another Level 2 set called Amazing Animals. nt - julianna 17:32 Mar 2 (0)

Lizzie in MA, a question about TQ..... - VH in MN 5:37 Mar 2 (8)

TQ... - RhondaM. 6:08 Mar 2 (7)
- Thanks Rhonda.....(m) - VH in MN 6:21 Mar 2 (6)
  - Re: Thanks Rhonda.....(m) - RhondaM. 6:27 Mar 2 (5)
    - That would be great......(m) - VH in MN 7:10 Mar 2 (4)
      - Ok...you *don't* have mail. I got one of those undeliverable message.... - RhondaM. 7:58 Mar 2 (2)
        
        That's odd..I did get it and just replied to you. Strange! (nt) - VH in MN 9:21 Mar 2 (1)
        
        You have mail again! :-) nt - RhondaM. 11:04 Mar 2 (0)
      - You have mail. - RhondaM. 7:54 Mar 2 (0)

Book list combining SL and VP - Grace 5:34 Mar 2 (0)

Ok..the Prairie Primer has arrived...after looking through it I have discovered that we have a big problem!..... - RhondaM. 5:33 Mar 2 (23)

about World of Little House... - Ann in WA 10:57 Mar 2 (1)
- LOL I do the same thing! We do have an addiction! Glad you had it. It is wonderful! nm - Tina in WA 13:06 Mar 2 (0)
RhondaM. - Tina in WA 8:32 Mar 2 (6)
- Found it! I ordered.... - RhondaM. 8:48 Mar 2 (5)
  - I saw The World of Little House on Amazon - Tina in WA 9:45 Mar 2 (0)
  - Oh... - RhondaM. 8:54 Mar 2 (3)
    - well - Tina in WA 9:41 Mar 2 (2)
      - Thanks... - RhondaM. 10:41 Mar 2 (1)
        
        There is a lot! Don't you money trees were real?!?!?! Have fun deciding on what to use. :o) nm - Tina in WA 10:47 Mar 2 (0)
Well, according to *my* calendar, the year began January 1, so you're already behind, lol. Start now... - Ellie 7:43 Mar 2 (1)
- :-) All my library books are ordered! We start as soon as it all gets here. :-) - RhondaM. 7:56 Mar 2 (0)
Start now...stretch it out..take your time with it...if you get bored with it...move to something else....come back later....ENJOY it! nt - Patricia in ATL 7:23 Mar 2 (0)
Alright! We are going to start it now! :-) This is going to be so much fun! :-) nt - RhondaM. 6:32 Mar 2 (0)
Another vote to just start it now- there is enough you can do to strtch it if you need to. (nm) - Janee'TX 6:29 Mar 2 (0)
If you start now... - 5wolfcubs 6:27 Mar 2 (1)
- But my dd is younger...there is so much we CAN'T do in this guide....still......You guys are really being a bad influence! LOL nt - RhondaM. 6:30 Mar 2 (0)
Go for it....don't put off the excitement.....(m) - VH in MN 5:46 Mar 2 (0)
I say to start it now! - Grace 5:40 Mar 2 (5)
- Re: I say to start it now! - RhondaM. 5:50 Mar 2 (4)
  - How old is your dd? - Grace 6:06 Mar 2 (3)
    - Re: How old is your dd? - RhondaM. 6:15 Mar 2 (2)
      - So can't you skip the activities that require writing? nt - Ellie 7:44 Mar 2 (1)
        
        I'm going to keep an eye on this program.. - RhondaM. 8:00 Mar 2 (0)

Other than extra maps and suggested readings, is the content the same in SOG/SOR at mainlesson and Christine Miller's books. Also, if you already own FMOG/FMOR would you still buy SOG/SOR? (nt) - VH in MN 5:32 Mar 2 (0)

Thank you Elm in NJ for the link. nt - karenciavo 5:18 Mar 2 (0)

I'm feeling lonely, any other LCC or quasi-LCC people with older students (7th grade and up?)... - karenciavo 4:59 Mar 2 (28)

My oldest ds in 7th grade. Forgive my stupidity, but what is LCC? nt - Julie in GA 14:33 Mar 2 (1)
- Never mind -- I looked it up. I am trying to do this, so I guess I'm a quasi LCC person. (m) - Julie in GA 15:00 Mar 2 (0)
Just think what a wonderful beacon you are to many of us. ;o) We're just starting 4th in the fall, so I'm watching you and Christine and others... :o) nt - abbeyej 9:57 Mar 2 (3)
- Right now I feel like a night light bulb, not a beacon ;o) nt - karenciavo 12:20 Mar 2 (2)
  - I'm a flashlight bulb. :) (nt) - christineg 14:57 Mar 2 (1)
    - Lol. Well, it's a start! ;o) Of course, my oldest is still young enough that he thinks *everyone* has to learn Latin and Greek. I love it when he reads a biography and it mentions the young [insert historical character here] had to study Latin, Greek and math. ;o) nt - abbeyej 15:16 Mar 2 (0)
I'm way behind you all in this journey and I'm using LCC as a resource tailored for *us*...(m) - VH in MN 9:32 Mar 2 (2)
- Yes, it was the same brother... - karenciavo 12:18 Mar 2 (1)
  - Re: Yes, it was the same brother... - Julie in GA 15:59 Mar 2 (0)
Peela fits this, doesn't she? My oldest is on ly 5th. nt - Stephanie not in TX 9:18 Mar 2 (1)
- I'm not sure if she is. I saw her schedule over on the general board and it didn't seem to be LC, but mine doesn't exactly seem to be either. nt - karenciavo 12:15 Mar 2 (0)
I don't think I can claim to be LCC, exactly.... - christineg 8:53 Mar 2 (5)
- Re: I don't think I can claim to be LCC, exactly.... - Kim in MO 9:02 Mar 2 (4)
  - Re: I don't think I can claim to be LCC, exactly.... - christineg 12:53 Mar 2 (3)
    - Thanks so much, Christine! (m) - Kim in MO 15:17 Mar 2 (2)
      - Well, I believe it's doable (m) - christineg 16:33 Mar 2 (1)
        
        So glad for this discussion...(m) - Kim in MO 16:52 Mar 2 (0)
Hey Karen, so long as you're here.... - Susan in SoCal 8:17 Mar 2 (6)
- I found everything half.com... - karenciavo 12:12 Mar 2 (1)
  - Thanks! - Susan in SoCal 20:10 Mar 2 (0)
- re: Latin for Americans, AmericanSchool now offers Latin using LFA - LH 9:42 Mar 2 (3)
  - Are we talking about the same text? The Latin for Americans I use has been out for years, all levels. nt - karenciavo 13:37 Mar 2 (1)
    - Text is old; study guide and "Course" for credit is new; sorry to mislead. . . . - LH 19:29 Mar 2 (0)
  - What makes LFA desirable ? - LH 9:43 Mar 2 (0)
I own LCC but I have yet to read it . . . - LH 7:39 Mar 2 (0)
Not there yet, but give me a couple of years and I will be. ;) nt - Pensguys 7:19 Mar 2 (2)
- We're not there yet either, Karen, but I'm hoping you'll have written a fabulous guide using all your wonderful antique books by then. ;) (nt) - Debra in TX 9:08 Mar 2 (1)
  - I've been *toying* with the idea of posting my weeks on my blog. nt - karenciavo 11:41 Mar 2 (0)

Which textbook programs do you like for teaching content areas, like history? Maybe BJU? (m) - Erica in PA 4:56 Mar 2 (2)

Abeka has a nice history program. If I had to chose a program like those,it would be Abeka. nt - HollyDay 5:27 Mar 2 (0)
Actually, yeah, I do like Bob Jones. Last year I combined TOG year 3 & 4, don't ask, and I used The American Republic... - karenciavo 5:10 Mar 2 (0)

For all the Wheelock folks in the thread below, my favorite site to help.... - Lizzie in Ma 4:10 Mar 2 (2)

We love this one... We sing the Personal Pronouns all the time - frogpond1 16:31 Mar 2 (0)
Thanks Lizzie! : ) nt - Trivium Academy 4:45 Mar 2 (0)

Irene, or whoever has experience with this, would you tell me about Logic Liftoff?m - Penny 4:04 Mar 2 (6)

We're more than half way through Logic Liftoff.. - Sue in St Pete 19:41 Mar 2 (0)
We used Logic Countdown this year with a 4th grader - Laura in China 16:35 Mar 2 (0)
We used Logic Liftoff by doing one page, 2-3 times a week... - Lori D. 6:00 Mar 2 (2)
- Lori, I have a logic challenged child. Do you think this will frustrate him? m - Penny 7:48 Mar 2 (1)
  - Suggestions... - Lori D. 16:52 Mar 2 (0)
Re: Irene, or whoever has experience with this, would you tell me about Logic Liftoff?m - Irene 4:44 Mar 2 (0)

If any of you have ever considered using MFW (esp. Adventures) but decided NOT to, will you please share why? Thanks! - Virginia Heather 3:36 Mar 2 (2)

Yes, I did this last year - Niffercoo 10:49 Mar 2 (1)
- Thank you! - Virginia Heather 13:06 Mar 2 (0)

BJU Bible Truths... opinions anyone? - Virginia Heather 3:24 Mar 2 (5)

About combining... - Cindyg 19:31 Mar 2 (0)
Yes, you can certainly combine...more - PameLA in Va 4:02 Mar 2 (1)
- Thanks, Pamela... this is good to know! - Virginia Heather 5:01 Mar 2 (0)
We love Bible Truths here.... - Rebecca in VA 3:47 Mar 2 (1)
- That is so generous of you! - Virginia Heather 5:01 Mar 2 (0)

Composition in grade 1 - Hope in Canada 22:40 Mar 1 (7)

My 1st grade, 5 year old son writes sentences with copywork, voila! (nt) - Dawne 13:42 Mar 2 (1)
- Voila!!! Yes, I agree. But the "they" think that the kid should write goobledy gook on their own!!!! Hmmm..(nt) - Hope in Canada 15:04 Mar 2 (0)
Great question, we are there too... - Mom2Gabe 8:25 Mar 2 (1)
- movable alphabet - faithhope 13:27 Mar 2 (0)
Invented spelling and copywork thoughts - Chris in VA 5:04 Mar 2 (0)
Here's how to do this. - Alana 0:57 Mar 2 (0)
My oldest went to ps for K & grade 1... - KathyBC 23:08 Mar 1 (0)

Here are some great K-1st online games - Dawn K 22:33 Mar 1 (1)

Thanks so much for sharing these! I think my kids will love them. nt - 2lilreds in NC 7:04 Mar 2 (0)

What do you do when you are doing all you can--and yet you want to do more? (m) - Alana 22:30 Mar 1 (8)

Remember you'll cycle through this all again so less is more - frogpond1 16:46 Mar 2 (1)
- Such wise advice...love the do typing in the summer idea...it took me until this year - Magic Wand 20:54 Mar 2 (0)
In that case, we simply "don't do more" :-) Sounds simplistic, I know, but - LH 9:46 Mar 2 (0)
I'm feeling the same way... - Anita in Ohio 7:10 Mar 2 (0)
I'm glad I'm not the only one. - Rhonda in TX 5:18 Mar 2 (1)
- You can throw the basics to the wind at least a couple of - frogpond1 16:52 Mar 2 (0)

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