New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Jun 15 (0)

Anyone used the poetry course from IEW? m - Katie 23:16 Jun 15 (0)

DS is an avid reader and is reading at 4th grade level in 1st but now I don't know what to do about phonics (m) - Monica 21:25 Jun 15 (1)

• I would... - saved1112 21:37 Jun 15 (0)

Anybody Know where I can see samples of Mindbenders online? nm - Mel in Ga. 21:16 Jun 15 (1)

• here ya go - Chris in CA 21:31 Jun 15 (0)

Typing software recommendation needed... - Laurie in SEA 21:08 Jun 15 (3)

• We really like Typing Instructor sold by Timberdoodle for 10$ nt - Chris in CA 21:41 Jun 15 (2)
  • Is there a demo for this or sample to view online? Thanks nt - saved1112 21:49 Jun 15 (1)
    • Hmm, I don't know Timberdoodle has a pretty detailed description but no sample nt - Chris in CA 22:35 Jun 15 (0)

Should I buy the Tab Set when I order TOG? Thanks!! nt - Kirsten in MO 20:34 Jun 15 (1)

• I didn't. :-) nt - WTMindy 22:36 Jun 15 (0)

Phonics Pathway (page 66) - How can you tell the 'age level' your child is reading at? - Sarah 20:16 Jun 15 (0)

Feeling kinda dense....what is the difference between classical, ecclesiastical, and Italianate pronunciation for Latin? nt - Jenn in Mo 20:05 Jun 15 (2)

• The below was copied from a website, so does not reflect my opinions. (more) - Julie in AK 21:38 Jun 15 (0)
• See if this helps. (Italianate & Ecclesiastical are the same.) - Juliein AK 21:23 Jun 15 (0)

If my 8 & 6 year old have finished Martha Wilson's Latin Primer 1, should we go to Prima Latina or will it be too redundant? - Jenn in Mo 19:57 Jun 15 (1)

• Re: If my 8 & 6 year old have finished Martha Wilson's Latin Primer 1, should we go to Prima Latina or will it be too redundant? - Kim in MO 20:24 Jun 15 (0)

What programs are available to elementary aged children outside of church, girl/boyscouts and 4-H?? - Melissa B 19:48 Jun 15 (3)

• Pioneer Club.. link inside... - saved1112 20:32 Jun 15 (0)
• Some ideas......... - Donna in OH 20:01 Jun 15 (0)
• The Keepers and Contenders Program from Keeper of the Faith--this is great!! link inside... - Terri in WA 19:54 Jun 15 (0)

complete curriculum? - Kristi Freemyer 19:48 Jun 15 (1)

• I don't know anything about The Trent School but for curriculums.. - Heather in VA 19:54 Jun 15 (0)

The reading discussion below is great....I have a question about the Bob Jones booklinks.... - SLB 19:42 Jun 15 (0)

WWYD: If I did Prima Latina with a 1st and 3rd grader (m) - RedHen 19:35 Jun 15 (2)

• I recently asked this exact question! . . . - Brenda in FL 21:56 Jun 15 (0)
• I'm in the same boat, thanks for posting this question. I'm waiting on pins and needles for a response. nt - Kimber 20:06 Jun 15 (0)

Finally ironed out my science choices - thanks for all the info. - Chris in CA 19:16 Jun 15 (1)

• I know it's a relief to have made a decision. Congrats! I finally decided too -- RS in 6th & then we'll see...Stay tuned! LOL! nt - ereks mom 21:08 Jun 15 (0)

HWT paper size question....... - Eva 19:06 Jun 15 (1)

• We use narrow now (m) - EKS 20:29 Jun 15 (0)

Question for ereks mom if you are on here about BJU math from below - CindyJ 19:05 Jun 15 (0)

What are some of your favorite "living books" to go with SOTW 1 or ancients in general...m - Ann in WA 18:06 Jun 15 (2)

• Do you have the activity guide? (m) - Bryan (a mom) 20:50 Jun 15 (1)
  • yes, I have the act guide nt - Ann in WA 21:12 Jun 15 (0)

How much do you value/LOVE your MUS DVDs? nt - Terri in WA 17:46 Jun 15 (7)

• ...or videos ;) - Terri in WA 20:00 Jun 15 (0)
• All three of my dc prefer watching the dvd and doing their work without my interference. Not sure what that says about me as their "teacher"... ;o) but it works well for us. - Brit 19:43 Jun 15 (0)
• I can't imagine using MUS without them... - Debbie in BC 18:46 Jun 15 (0)
• Depends on the level you are using. - SusanRH 18:34 Jun 15 (0)
• We love/value them a great deal.... - Verena 17:59 Jun 15 (2)
  • I barely use them - Sue in St Pete 18:21 Jun 15 (1)
    • Oops! This was supposed to be under the OP's message. nt - Sue in St Pete 18:22 Jun 15 (0)

For those using Lials BCM - do you take 2 years & then go to Algebra 1? If I do this my dd will be in 9th when we start Algebra 1 - is that too late? TIA! (nm) - Mel 17:01 Jun 15 (3)

• My dd completed BCM in one school year... - Jann in TX 21:27 Jun 15 (0)
• Algebra I in 9th grade is standard, so it absolutely is not too late. - Claire 19:09 Jun 15 (0)
• Too late for what? - LH 17:11 Jun 15 (0)

Science? - Kimberly 16:56 Jun 15 (4)

• Re: Science? - Stacey in FL 17:54 Jun 15 (3)
  • Re: Science? - Kimberly 18:29 Jun 15 (0)
  • Argh! Dumb blonde day. This was supposed to be under the OP's msg. nt - Sue in St Pete 18:25 Jun 15 (0)
  • We used Living Learning Books - Sue in St Pete 18:25 Jun 15 (0)

language or music??????????? - kitty 16:50 Jun 15 (5)

• Just wondering where your children's interest lies... - Lisa in VA 19:55 Jun 15 (0)
• Questions...... - Verena 18:05 Jun 15 (3)
  • Rethinking my answer... - Verena 19:07 Jun 15 (0)
  • Re: Questions...... - kitty 19:01 Jun 15 (1)
    • We must have posted at the same time, lol.... - Verena 19:11 Jun 15 (0)

Mind Benders ....how many days should I allot to complete A1-A4 in a school year (180 days)? nt - SLB 16:42 Jun 15 (3)

• We had the A1-A4 CDs, started in January and finished by May working 1x per week for 15-30 min. nt - Sue in St Pete 18:28 Jun 15 (0)
• Clarifying: I want to know how many days a week we should do them, and how long each day should we spend? nt - SLB 16:43 Jun 15 (1)
  • Don't know how many actual days, but we always did one each morning first-thing. It sort of woke up our brains! nt - Stella! 16:46 Jun 15 (0)

Regarding Saxon being boring.....boring but extremely effective. - catalinakel 16:09 Jun 15 (4)

• Re: Regarding Saxon being boring.....boring but extremely effective. - Amanda in TX 19:01 Jun 15 (1)
  • They do the pages for that day, I do the dishes nearby! If they don't get it, I explain, but otherwise they figure it out on their own. nt - catalinakel 20:14 Jun 15 (0)
• Yep, Saxon is working great here too - paradise 18:11 Jun 15 (0)
• I am in awe with it also..... - Rhonda in WA 16:42 Jun 15 (0)

Does anyone have any experience with The Light and the Glory for Children? - lizh 15:52 Jun 15 (0)

Atelier art....any opinions (m) - Melissa H. in GA 15:32 Jun 15 (2)

• Have been using this for 2 years... - Louise 21:42 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: Atelier art....any opinions (m) - Stacey in FL 16:57 Jun 15 (0)

Primary Language Lessons--I'd like to use this in 2nd grade m - Barbie'sPal 14:58 Jun 15 (1)

• My dd used PLL in 1st grade with no prep. 2nd is fine to start. nt - Jc in ON 15:00 Jun 15 (0)

If you were to recommend texts for a public library...m - dangermom 14:41 Jun 15 (2)

• My list: - SolaMichella 14:53 Jun 15 (1)
  • I've also seen Harold Jacobs' math books in public libraries. (nm) - Kareni 19:33 Jun 15 (0)

Any experience with Koine Greek for beginners by Christine Gatchell? nt. - Shannon in CA 14:25 Jun 15 (2)

• If you look for discussions of "Elementary Greek", I think you'll find lots of mentions of it on recent boards. :o) nt - abbeyej 14:33 Jun 15 (1)
  • Ok good, I will do that, thanks abbeyej. nt - Shannon in CA 14:36 Jun 15 (0)

OPGTR-what is the youngest you have started with this and had success?nt - Erica3boys 13:48 Jun 15 (0)

Mystery of History *or* Story of the World? Why?? - momtoaaaa 13:22 Jun 15 (9)

• I tried both and focused mainly on MOH 1, but will combine them next time. (m) - Jenn in Mo 19:55 Jun 15 (0)
• I too did not the fiction aspects for young learners (more) - HollyAL 17:52 Jun 15 (0)
• I have used both, but choose MOH because - catalinakel 16:00 Jun 15 (0)
• I can only speak to SOTW.... - WTMindy 15:58 Jun 15 (2)
  • Agree... - Sue in St Pete 18:36 Jun 15 (0)
  • We are finding the same things to be true with MOH, so me thinks they are both wonderful, but one prefers another.....nt - catalinakel 16:02 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: Mystery of History *or* Story of the World? Why?? - Renee in TX 15:50 Jun 15 (1)
  • well, it didn't work.....address inside (m) - Renee in TX 15:56 Jun 15 (0)
• Why not both? (nt) - Donna A. 14:55 Jun 15 (0)

Has anyone used Scrapbooking through American History - lovetostayathome 13:12 Jun 15 (2)

• where did you find this? nt - ilovemy5kids 14:01 Jun 15 (1)
  • It was mentioned on this board a long time ago and I'm just now researching it. - lovetostayathome 15:42 Jun 15 (0)

Still trying to decide on spelling ...I have a ? about apples spelling. m - Mel in Ga. 12:52 Jun 15 (1)

• that should be spelling "program" in my message. nm - Mel in Ga. 12:58 Jun 15 (0)

Repost - Would you use TTC with Lightening Literature or would that be redundant? tia nt - Chris in CA 12:06 Jun 15 (2)

• sheesh - Lightning Literature nt - Chris in CA 12:07 Jun 15 (1)
  • aww...cute typo...!.. it's been years since I've been expecting! NT - LH 21:00 Jun 15 (0)

Can someone help me work out science? - SolaMichella 11:34 Jun 15 (5)

• I am making a unit study using the One Small Square series...m - Tap, tap, tap 15:10 Jun 15 (2)
  • Did you know Ria has published a science series centered around these books? It's called My World Science. nt. - Kathy in NC 18:44 Jun 15 (1)
    • I have heard that and it looks great! I want to cover 10-12 habitats in 9 months ..nt - Tap, tap, tap 20:33 Jun 15 (0)
• I may actually have a tentative plan LOL - SolaMichella 15:02 Jun 15 (0)
• From what I've read... - Kelli in CT 11:59 Jun 15 (0)

Can't decide between Noeo Earth Science and Pandia Press's REAL science (earth). Any input? nt - LMA 11:30 Jun 15 (1)

• Meant Noeo Chemistry not earth science. ds is almost 8. nt - LMA 11:31 Jun 15 (0)

Is there a due date determined for the Growing with Grammar 4? I'm anxious to get it! nm - fairymom 11:23 Jun 15 (2)

• Re: Is there a due date determined for the Growing with Grammar 4? I'm anxious to get it! nm - Teresa in MO 11:27 Jun 15 (1)
  • Yipee! Thank you for this info! nm - fairymom 11:29 Jun 15 (0)

Since we are talking about Teaching the Classics, can I ramble? -m - Kathie in VA 11:19 Jun 15 (27)

• Wow, what a great discussion! -m - Kathie in VA 19:01 Jun 15 (3)
  • At the risk of looking like I'm hogging this thread :o)... - Robin in Tx 19:46 Jun 15 (2)
    • Yep! I completely agree. :o) nm - LisaNY 20:08 Jun 15 (0)
    • I'll agree with that -m - Kathie in VA 20:00 Jun 15 (0)
• My back ground is in engineering so pardon my ignorance... - Kimber 15:11 Jun 15 (2)
  • I think I found it -m - Kathie in VA 19:52 Jun 15 (0)
  • Well, I'm rather ignorant about all of this too, but I - SusanAR 15:34 Jun 15 (0)
• I hesitate to respond, but I wish I had (long).... - SusanAR 13:34 Jun 15 (3)
  • This is actually why I like the RS/TTC combination... - Heather in VA 18:00 Jun 15 (0)
  • This is a very good point, and maybe I'm not so heretical after all.. (m) - Robin in Tx 13:59 Jun 15 (0)
  • It's always helpful to hear - Chris in CA 13:52 Jun 15 (0)
• I think it can be taught at an appropriate level. - Kristine out of lurking 13:13 Jun 15 (0)
• Heresy of all heresies... I actually take issue with TWTM on this matter... hope you all still love me after this confession :o) - Robin in Tx 12:44 Jun 15 (8)
  • I like BJU Reading for the same reasons... - WendyWords 14:24 Jun 15 (3)
    • Are you going to keep using BJU or are you going to switch completely? - Robin inTx 14:33 Jun 15 (2)
      • An option... - WendyWords 14:40 Jun 15 (1)
        • We *love* Bob Jones Booklinks here!nt - Greta Lea:) 18:18 Jun 15 (0)
  • Yes! Yes! I've used a couple of lessons from BJU this year and was (more) - Zee 14:01 Jun 15 (0)
  • ITA and thank you for so eloquently expressing almost exactly my own thoughts on this subject! more - PameLA in VA 12:59 Jun 15 (2)
    • I do see that a drawback to TTC is that you have to read the book and (more...) - Zee 14:08 Jun 15 (1)
      • I know... this is so true and part of my angst. nt - Robin in Tx, still struggling :o) 14:14 Jun 15 (0)
• I've had similar thoughts myself...I have RS, but not TTC and my kids are just entering the logic stage.. - Susan in TX 11:47 Jun 15 (0)
• Well if you want convincing, I'm the wrong person... - Heather in VA 11:46 Jun 15 (0)
• Slightly related...this is why I had dc start a "reading" program in addition to their literature and other supplemental reading...more - PameLA in VA 11:45 Jun 15 (0)
• you ask a great question... (more) - LatinaRepublicana 11:45 Jun 15 (2)
  • Hmmm...where can I see these questions? THANKS nt - PameLA in VA 11:47 Jun 15 (1)
    • They are a part of the curriculum. nt - WTMindy 16:01 Jun 15 (0)

Kathi in VA. , I have some questions about How to Spell. m - Mel in Ga. 11:02 Jun 15 (4)

• I'll try to answer -m - Kathie in VA 11:28 Jun 15 (3)
  • Thanks, this does help :) nm - Mel in Ga. 11:59 Jun 15 (0)
  • Is this the one they use at ClCon in Essentials? nt - Pensguys 11:39 Jun 15 (1)
    • No I don't think so. But that one also used dictation -m - Kathie in VA 12:03 Jun 15 (0)

Can anyone tell me about homeschooling in Missouri? - Eva 11:02 Jun 15 (14)

• According to HSLDA... - Ellie 21:59 Jun 15 (0)
• Thank you all so much! more..... - Eva 16:24 Jun 15 (3)
  • Well, we live in a large metro area.... - Donna A. 16:53 Jun 15 (2)
    • We're north of KC... I'm glad MO requires what it does, so I'll have a head start on transcripts once we hit high school. nt - saved1112 21:12 Jun 15 (0)
    • Thanks, this all makes sense and sounds like good advice! nt - Eva 17:25 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: Can anyone tell me about homeschooling in Missouri? - saved1112 12:12 Jun 15 (0)
• Ohhh... We started out in Texas, too, and yes, it'll be a change! - Donna A. 11:56 Jun 15 (3)
  • Regarding what an "hour" means... - saved1112 12:19 Jun 15 (2)
    • OK, so I move there, I don't need to announce or declare anything?....nt - Eva 16:17 Jun 15 (1)
      • Nope! (nt) - Donna A. 16:34 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: Can anyone tell me about homeschooling in Missouri? - Teresa in MO 11:24 Jun 15 (2)
  • Wow, how often do people get taken to court? nt - Eva 16:15 Jun 15 (1)
    • We hs'ed in MO for 2 years and I never heard of anyone who was taken to court - Sue in St Pete 18:40 Jun 15 (0)
• that should read who "sees" the records. nt - Eva 11:03 Jun 15 (0)

Geography... - MI Mom 10:59 Jun 15 (2)

• Well... that's a pretty wide age range... - Lori D. 22:54 Jun 15 (0)
• Should have said for 6/7th grade as well as 3rd and k. nt - MI Mom 11:49 Jun 15 (0)

Would you buy Sequential Spelling with these results? - Sue in WA 10:53 Jun 15 (5)

• Well, it took my son six months to spell 'beginnings' because he kept forgetting to double the 'n'...m - Stella! 16:45 Jun 15 (0)
• Have you thought about how you are pronouncing the word?... - Tracie in TX 16:16 Jun 15 (0)
• I would email the author. I sent him several emails before ordering... - rhondabee 13:53 Jun 15 (0)
• It's still worth a try and - Claire 13:15 Jun 15 (0)
• Did you use the colors and wipe off board? - Ottakee 12:50 Jun 15 (0)

Monthly Attendance to turn in, how do you do it? - Jessica in GA 10:39 Jun 15 (14)

• GA WTMers - Jessica in GA 22:14 Jun 15 (0)
• I've lived in two counties and haven't been expected to turn it in on the 1st. - kbm 21:34 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: Monthly Attendance to turn in, how do you do it? - Lucy in GA 15:04 Jun 15 (0)
• I don't think there's an *official* answer & it does vary by county & even with whomever is the current attendance officer... - ereks mom 13:57 Jun 15 (0)
• This must vary by county. I have until the 5th... - Mary in Ga 12:47 Jun 15 (2)
  • Oh, yes, it's VERY important to turn attendance forms in on time if your dc want to drive! (story inside) - ereks mom 14:05 Jun 15 (1)
    • Yikes! I think many counties don't have the time or man power to "police" attendance strictly.. - Mary in GA 14:32 Jun 15 (0)
• Some hsers that I know here in GA have...m - Pensguys 11:28 Jun 15 (2)
  • Hmm, maybe it depends on the county. I've never had a problem in 4 yrs . nm - Mel in Ga. 12:01 Jun 15 (1)
    • Yes, I think so too. nt - Pensguys 12:33 Jun 15 (0)
• I fax mine on the 1st, for the previous month's attendance. nt - Niffercoo 11:03 Jun 15 (0)
• I have never turned it in on the 1st. m - Mel in Ga. 10:52 Jun 15 (0)
• I believe you have a month to turn in your report... - abbeyej 10:45 Jun 15 (1)
  • I asked the BOE about this and they didn't have an answer! - Jessica in GA 12:25 Jun 15 (0)

Sing, Spell, Read, & Write ??'s (M) - Kelly 10:36 Jun 15 (4)

• Have used or am using SSRW with all my children. Definately sounds like she's ready for Level 1. - Ida 13:23 Jun 15 (0)
• I used Level 1 with a 4yo (no writing)and a 5yo (w/ writing). Loved it! nm - LNC 12:22 Jun 15 (0)
• I used SSRW when my kids were 4 and 5-1/2 - Sue in WA 11:02 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: Sing, Spell, Read, & Write ??'s (M) - Lisa M WA 11:01 Jun 15 (0)

My Father's World ??'s (M) - Kelly 10:33 Jun 15 (1)

• Re: My Father's World ??'s (M) - debbie 11:40 Jun 15 (0)

Magic Wand (Wanda), I have a question about the Hakim American history books... (m) - Jennifer in FL 10:15 Jun 15 (3)

• I really like Hakim, but definitely decided to hold off until logic stage. (nt) - Holly S/NC 13:09 Jun 15 (0)
• My first and third graders have enjoyed them! nt - WTMindy 10:51 Jun 15 (0)
• Well... - Magic Wand 10:47 Jun 15 (0)

I just have to ask the question again - switching from MUS Epsilon to TT Pre-Alg.... I need help from those who have done the TT Pre-Alg. (posted on HS board too)................ - Christy in CO 10:15 Jun 15 (0)

Has anyone used and not liked Latin in the Christian Trivium? Why? Thanks nt - MI Mom 9:58 Jun 15 (0)

Tell me what you like/dislike about LLATL (nt) - Hannah 9:43 Jun 15 (0)

Can someone tell me if SWB recommends either Chaldust, Teaching Textbooks or Video Text for Pre-Alg. & up? I can't locate my books - it's packed up for moving. nt - Christy in CO 9:17 Jun 15 (1)

• Chalkdust. nt - Christy in CO 9:17 Jun 15 (0)

Favorite Multi-age curricula? - Kat 9:17 Jun 15 (15)

• Classical Writing ~grade 3+ - Kathie in VA 20:06 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: Favorite Multi-age curricula? - WendyWords 14:32 Jun 15 (0)
• Sonlight, nt - Chris in CA 13:53 Jun 15 (0)
• tapestry of grace nt - lori in tx 11:57 Jun 15 (0)
• Grapevine Studies -- Bible curriculum that can be used with the whole family. nt - profmom 10:33 Jun 15 (0)
• WinterPromise m - profmom 10:32 Jun 15 (0)
• SOTW nt - Heather in VA 9:54 Jun 15 (3)
  • Yes, SOTW is our favorite too. nt - Kristine out of lurking 12:58 Jun 15 (0)
  • I third SOTW nt - Kelli in CT 12:01 Jun 15 (0)
  • Another vote for SOTW. nt - Vanna 11:37 Jun 15 (0)
• My Father's World (nt) - Terri in WA 9:50 Jun 15 (4)
  • Another vote for My Father's World (nt) - angela&boys 14:53 Jun 15 (0)
  • Ditto! (nt) - Donna A. 11:58 Jun 15 (0)
  • Me too. Grades K-8, and piloting high school this year (nt) - Julie in MN 10:42 Jun 15 (1)
    • Meant to mention MFW includes SOTW in approximately grades 5-7 (nt) - Julie in MN 21:01 Jun 15 (0)

Free website (link inside) has PreK - 5th grade... all subjects... - saved1112 9:04 Jun 15 (0)

American history spine for 5, 7, 9yo? - ChristyX5 8:38 Jun 15 (8)

• I used an old Ann Ward program that came out in 1988..... - Padmé 15:35 Jun 15 (0)
• I am so sorry, Christy... this is why I am always hesitant to describe my dislikes on the boards... - Robin in Tx 11:57 Jun 15 (1)
  • please don't be sorry! I really value this kind of feedback-keep sharing! nt - Ann in WA 17:12 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: American history spine for 5, 7, 9yo? - profmom 10:42 Jun 15 (1)
  • We are using Winter Promise American Story 1 as well... - Kari C in FL 11:32 Jun 15 (0)
• My two cents... - OhElizabeth 10:10 Jun 15 (0)
• This Country of Ours by H.E. Marshall - Chris in CA 8:57 Jun 15 (0)
• Well I'll take the blame for this - I started it :-)... - Heather in VA 8:52 Jun 15 (0)

Regarding the Teaching the Classics thread below... do you recommend trying to get by with just the syllabus? It was mentioned below that the DVD pretty much follows the syllabus... How important is the DVD to really understanding the program? Does it add any ideas for implementation that the syllabus doesn't contain? TIA nt - Robin in Tx 8:26 Jun 15 (7)

• I bought the TTC syllabus and Reading Strands... - Heather in VA 9:53 Jun 15 (1)
  • I already have Reading Strands, so this might be a good option for me, too... Thanks for the idea! nt - Robin in Tx 11:30 Jun 15 (0)
• From what I've read of your posts, - Kristine out of lurking 9:39 Jun 15 (1)
  • Well, thank you very much for the kind compliment :o)... - Robin in Tx 11:28 Jun 15 (0)
• It was instrumental for me. nt - WendyWord 9:01 Jun 15 (2)
  • I hear this same thing often. It must be very true for a LOT of people... ACK! How do I know if it will be true for me? If you could just buy the DVD, this would be an easy decision... start with syllabus, get DVD if needed. But they only sell the syllabus separately... they don't sell the DVD separately. Why can't I make a decision? :o). nt - Robin in Tx 11:33 Jun 15 (1)
    • Did you ask about buying the DVD only? - Kendall 14:49 Jun 15 (0)

Teaching the Classics question - Chris in CA 8:25 Jun 15 (3)

• Help - there is an actual question here : )nt - Chris in CA 12:01 Jun 15 (0)
• *grin* Looks like TTC is the topic d'jour! nt - Robin in Tx 8:27 Jun 15 (1)
  • It was YOU! - Chris in CA 8:30 Jun 15 (0)

Regarding the e-Bay thread below and used curriculum -- Have you seen this homeschool auction site? (m) - Laura in OH 8:12 Jun 15 (1)

• Thank you nt - saved1112 8:30 Jun 15 (0)

Can those using Mastering Mathematics offer me some ideas? - Yevrah 8:04 Jun 15 (2)

• Re: Can those using Mastering Mathematics offer me some ideas? - txhomemom 15:41 Jun 15 (0)
• It's very easy to use -m - Kathie in VA 8:45 Jun 15 (0)

4 yr old wants to learn to read - stephanie 7:33 Jun 15 (12)

• Re: 4 yr old wants to learn to read - Dawne 16:05 Jun 15 (0)
• Teach Your Child to Read in 100 EZ Lessons (sm) - Vanna 11:39 Jun 15 (0)
• We use Hooked on Phonics, they even sell it at Costco now! (nt) - JP in WA 9:42 Jun 15 (0)
• Oh we also used... - saved1112 8:15 Jun 15 (2)
  • Ditto, here, about the Leap Frog DVDs. My 4ds pretty much taught himself to read 3-letter words in one afternoon of watching these. nt - HootOwl 9:21 Jun 15 (0)
  • I second this as well as the Fridge Phonics and Word Whammer that go with it... - Heather in VA 8:45 Jun 15 (0)
• Here is what my sister is using--I See Sam books - Ottakee 8:11 Jun 15 (0)
• I used LLATL blue book... - gina 8:11 Jun 15 (0)
• My dd wanted to learn to read when she was 4 too... - saved1112 8:07 Jun 15 (0)
• My dd wanted to learn to read when she was 4 too... - saved1112 8:06 Jun 15 (1)
  • sorry for the double post... nt - saved1112 8:08 Jun 15 (0)
• We used the Bird Ball Stick method with our 4 year olds. (m) - theodwyn 8:06 Jun 15 (0)

Ordering our 1st Jim Weiss CD. . .which are your favorites? (Considering Shakespeare.) nt - Pam in MS 7:31 Jun 15 (10)

• Thanks so much, ladies! You gave me even more to consider! :o) nt - Pam in MS 15:09 Jun 15 (0)
• Greek Myths were a favorite but don't buy if... (sm) - Vanna 11:41 Jun 15 (0)
• Rascal nt - BMC 11:38 Jun 15 (0)
• We own most of them (no Henty either) and my boys LOVE them. nt - Pensguys 11:33 Jun 15 (0)
• We LOVED the Shakespeare one... Enjoy!nt - Amy in MD 9:36 Jun 15 (0)
• We've liked most of the ones we have. - KarenNC 9:02 Jun 15 (0)
• Jungle Book. It brought tears to my husband's eyes. nt. - Socal Sandra 8:43 Jun 15 (0)
• Treasure Island and Greek Myths followed closely by many more! they're all great nt - Ann in WA 8:33 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: Ordering our 1st Jim Weiss CD. . .which are your favorites? (Considering Shakespeare.) nt - LatinaRepublicana 8:10 Jun 15 (0)
• We own almost all of them (not the Henty books though).... - Dana in OR 7:39 Jun 15 (0)

Jill in Ok, I answered you below, link inside - OhElizabeth 7:25 Jun 15 (0)

Minimus with LC1?? - Nick's Mama (Zack's Mama Too!) 6:39 Jun 15 (4)

• Okay ladies, another thing to add to my wish list$$$$:O nt - Nick's Mama (Zack's Mama Too!) 15:09 Jun 15 (0)
• I agree with Laura - we did both LC1 & Minimus simultaneously. The TM of Minimus adds a LOT to the program (nt) - CynthiaOK 10:48 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: Minimus with LC1?? - Laura in CT 8:25 Jun 15 (1)
  • I agree that the TM adds a lot, but there's more to the student book than a comic book. - Cindyg 16:59 Jun 15 (0)

what is topical problem sums called now? nt - hsm 6:20 Jun 15 (2)

• Challenging Word Problems. (nt) - Jackie in AR 6:25 Jun 15 (1)
  • thank you (nt) - hsm 19:16 Jun 15 (0)

SWR for K & 1st Grade, what does it look like for you? m - 10Acres 6:08 Jun 15 (4)

• I'm using SWR with my 4 and 6 y/o's (M) - one_l_michele 8:06 Jun 15 (0)
• K & now 1st grade - Closeacademy 7:55 Jun 15 (0)
• How we did it... - OhElizabeth 6:50 Jun 15 (0)
• Well, I just started with my soon-to-be-K'er... - Verena 6:36 Jun 15 (0)

Got my Rainbow Resource catalog! Just a little light reading! nt - Rivendellmom 6:03 Jun 15 (10)

• I'm a little jealous! I keep checking my mailbox....nt - Michelle in WI 15:05 Jun 15 (0)
• Eyp, dh saw me pull it out of the mailbox and clutched at his back pocket, crying out that his wallet hurt, lol. nt - angela in ohio 13:15 Jun 15 (1)
  • *Yep*, *Yep*, Yep*. nt - angela in ohio 13:16 Jun 15 (0)
• boo hoo an empty mailbox nt - BMC 11:39 Jun 15 (0)
• Got mine, too! I noticed the Web site prices don't reflect increases the catalog shows. ;-\ nt - SolaMichella 8:19 Jun 15 (3)
  • Oh my, I didn't know about this! What things are going up in price? nt - OhElizabeth 10:12 Jun 15 (0)
  • The website says new prices go into effect on June19...good time to buy! nt - Tap, tap, tap 8:42 Jun 15 (1)
    • figures - I won't get the catalog before then (and I think their website is frustrating to navigate) nt - BMC 11:40 Jun 15 (0)
• Me too!!! nt - Des 8:04 Jun 15 (0)
• Yea, right! <g> nt - Stella! 6:47 Jun 15 (0)

I know that SL 100 has notes on the Hakim history series, does anyone else? - suzeintn 5:54 Jun 15 (3)

• Hewitt does but I'm not sure what's in it... - MIch elle 9:24 Jun 15 (2)
  • I can answer this... - Holly S/NC 9:35 Jun 15 (1)
    • LOL "up the guide chain" ! (nt) - Julie in MN 10:44 Jun 15 (0)

Home Science Tools - good place to order Apologia? thx nt - Alexandra 5:46 Jun 15 (4)

• Did you try Rainbow Resource? nt - Tap, tap, tap 11:03 Jun 15 (0)
• I ordered mine there as well, great choice nt - Chris in CA 7:35 Jun 15 (0)
• That's where I got mine. No complaints! Great catalog, too! nt - RedHen 6:17 Jun 15 (0)
• They have wonderful customer service - Hallie 5:49 Jun 15 (0)

Ancient History ideas for a 5th grader..... - SLR 5:26 Jun 15 (8)

• MFW Creation to the Greeks? (nt) - Julie in MN 10:45 Jun 15 (0)
• We're going to do MOH along with some other stuff.... - Susan in OR 9:26 Jun 15 (0)
• Have you looked at TOG... - Janis in DE 6:02 Jun 15 (0)
• History Odyssey might fit the bill... - Yevrah 5:59 Jun 15 (1)
  • I agree that History Odyssey Level 2 looks terrific for (m) - Michele in MN 6:50 Jun 15 (0)
• How about Story of the World with AG? - Kristine out of lurking 5:57 Jun 15 (1)
  • I agree and ... (m) - Yvette S. 13:32 Jun 15 (0)
• We like MOH but also looking at Diana Waring for next year. tn - HollyAL 5:36 Jun 15 (0)

What to do for Latin next year with a 5th grader???? - SLR 5:22 Jun 15 (2)

• Re: What to do for Latin next year with a 5th grader???? - Susan in OR 9:31 Jun 15 (0)
• Did you get the complete answer key? (m) - April 9:00 Jun 15 (0)

Where is the best place to purchase Latin in the Christian Trivium? nt - MI Mom 5:15 Jun 15 (0)

Ultimate Homeschool Physical Ed. Book: any reviews? - Lucy 3:46 Jun 15 (3)

• Great book - Hallie 5:50 Jun 15 (1)
  • No, it's just the two of us. Thanks for the input. (nt) - Lucy 14:54 Jun 15 (0)
• I used this book...........m - EchoMom 5:25 Jun 15 (0)

More spelling help needed!! (m) - Terrie in Germany 0:29 Jun 15 (1)

• Here's an article I stumbled across recently. (link only) - Brit 5:25 Jun 15 (0)

Beginning kindergarten... wanted top picks for what to do - Dianne- TX 22:45 Jun 14 (22)

• Re: Beginning kindergarten... wanted top picks for what to do - Dawne 16:10 Jun 15 (0)
• We kept it simple... - nutmeg 9:05 Jun 15 (1)
  • I'm for simple too... - Susan in TN 14:49 Jun 15 (0)
• I just purchased My Father's World K program. It looks wonderful... - Laura A 8:48 Jun 15 (0)
• if I had to do it all over again - lori in tx 7:25 Jun 15 (0)
• Thank you, thank you, thank you... for all your info. I'm getting more excited and down to the final decisions - Dianne-TX 6:49 Jun 15 (0)
• We did a curriculum-free K this year, except for SOTW. This is what we did (m) - Kelli in CT 6:45 Jun 15 (0)
• All we're doing is MUS and SWR. Ds will be listening in on history and science with older ds. nt - Verena 6:37 Jun 15 (0)
• Be sure to look at Sonlight's Pre-K reading list. It is WONDERFUL! (m) - HootOwl 5:58 Jun 15 (1)
  • This is what we are doing too! ..more... - RhondaM. 6:36 Jun 15 (0)
• With one child...............m - EchoMom 5:33 Jun 15 (0)
• What we use (M) - one_l_michele 5:18 Jun 15 (0)
• Our K plans... - Lisa in VA 5:08 Jun 15 (0)
• Singapore Earlybird, Phonics Pathways, read, read, read, read, nt - BMC 4:54 Jun 15 (0)
• What we did this year... - KIN 3:51 Jun 15 (0)
• My top picks for K - Closeacademy 3:34 Jun 15 (1)
  • I'm looking for science experiment books, can you tell me.. - Missy 19:42 Jun 15 (0)
• We are doing... - Arch At Home 2:17 Jun 15 (0)
• Maybe I haven't researched enough... what is Right Start? - Dianne- TX 23:07 Jun 14 (1)
  • Cathy Duffy does have a review of it on her website..(more) - Julie in AK 23:34 Jun 14 (0)
• Can I just say "aawwww." You will have so much fun! (more) - Julie in AK 22:59 Jun 14 (0)
• Don't know if it's "top picks" but... - Sandy in Indy 22:50 Jun 14 (0)

What is the best program for teaching latin roots so as to help with spelling? nt - Terri in WA 22:34 Jun 14 (3)

• We are using Vocabulary Vine and my kids love it.... - Elizabeth B. in NC 6:49 Jun 15 (1)
  • Here's the link - Paula H 8:52 Jun 15 (0)
• English from the roots up is the only thing I can think of. - Katie in CO 5:53 Jun 15 (0)

struggling w/ WTM chronological history vs child's interest - Ann in WA 22:00 Jun 14 (7)

• thanks everyone! I'm going to our HS conference tomorrow and plan on deciding after seeing all the great stuff! nt - Ann in WA 8:41 Jun 15 (0)
• My son is entering 1st grade and we are going to do a year or two of American history before beginning VP (nt) - LisaL 8:12 Jun 15 (0)
• Start with some fun projects to peek interest. Pyramids are cool! (nt) - Lisa CA 8:11 Jun 15 (0)
• Well this is just my two cents, but... - OhElizabeth 6:57 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: struggling w/ WTM chronological history vs child's interest - hsm 6:11 Jun 15 (0)
• I had this problem also..................m - EchoMom 5:49 Jun 15 (0)
• Lots of people do American history first. For example... - Donna A. 22:33 Jun 14 (0)

Speaking of boring...Saxon Math is! - Amanda in TX 21:52 Jun 14 (7)

• We did Saxon 1 for about a day and a half . . . - Ida 13:30 Jun 15 (0)
• Take placement test. We skip easy problems aand never do the back page. I love Saxon! nt - Lisa CA 8:08 Jun 15 (0)
• we used both Saxon and Singapore for second grade, with no problems - katilac 5:20 Jun 15 (1)
  • This is exactly what we did for 1st grade. nt - Laura A 8:50 Jun 15 (0)
• I second Right Start. It shares much of Singapore's philosophy, but adds a variety of visuals/manipulatives. (nt) - Julie in AK 23:02 Jun 14 (0)
• Have you looked at RightStart? - Dawn in TN 22:01 Jun 14 (1)
  • Hee Hee - my link worked! First time have ever done that correctly! nt - Dawn in TN 22:02 Jun 14 (0)

**Sue Scott Wellons** Sorry for the delay. I answered your question down below nt . - Susan in MO 21:51 Jun 14 (1)

• Thanks! nt - Sue Scott Wellons 5:57 Jun 15 (0)

Okay, my dd is offically bored with OPGTR. - happymainemom 21:41 Jun 14 (7)

• Then Reading Reflex may appeal. It is a very different approach. (nt) - Claire 7:36 Jun 15 (0)
• My dd didn't like it or Phonics Pathways... - Arch At Home 2:02 Jun 15 (0)
• We love OPG here... - Rhonda in WA 22:07 Jun 14 (1)
  • True, we may need to impliment more of the "hands on". I'm not so good at that part. Thanks for the reminder. nt - happymainemom 22:26 Jun 14 (0)
• But is she *reading* yet? - catalinakel 22:06 Jun 14 (2)
  • She can read in set two of the bob books, with some help - happymainemom 22:25 Jun 14 (1)
    • It's probably time to add readers - we used Abeka's because they were very controlled. - Nick's Mama (Zack's Mama Too!) 6:42 Jun 15 (0)

Need a body changing book for 10yo - Sue in WA 21:30 Jun 14 (12)

• Focus on the Family has some free stuff for this age nt - HollyAL 5:39 Jun 15 (1)
  • Great idea to contact Focus on the Family. nt - Sue in WA 11:47 Jun 15 (0)
• Try Queen Homeschool website.... - SLR 5:29 Jun 15 (1)
  • Thanks. The price is right to give it a try too. nt - Sue in WA 11:46 Jun 15 (0)
• We used "The Body Book." nt - Becki in IN 3:57 Jun 15 (1)
  • Is the author Nancy Rue? (m) - Sue in WA 11:54 Jun 15 (0)
• The Care and Keeping of You published by American Girl - Kristine out of lurking 21:51 Jun 14 (3)
  • I second this book! :) nm - Mel in Ga. 10:26 Jun 15 (0)
  • More conservative than many "Christian" ones we looked at - Ottakee 6:56 Jun 15 (0)
  • Thanks, I put a hold on it at the library. nt - Sue in WA 22:08 Jun 14 (0)
• Not sure, but try....... - happymainemom 21:45 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thanks for the link. nt - Sue in WA 22:09 Jun 14 (0)

Is there anywhere to listen to a sample of SOTW audiobook? nt - Dawn in TN 20:54 Jun 14 (1)

• You can listen to samples of volumes 2 and 3 at (link)... - abbeyej 4:24 Jun 15 (0)

where can I go for more info on Teaching the classics? What age levels etc? nt - Janine 20:42 Jun 14 (2)

• Lnk inside - WTMindy 20:53 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thanks, you guys are so great...and fast!!!!! nt - Janine 21:00 Jun 14 (0)

What do you use for outline maps? Thanks nt - saved1112 20:35 Jun 14 (4)

• Free outline maps -- list inside... - Lori D. 9:22 Jun 15 (1)
  • Wonderful. Thank you. I like free :o) nt - saved1112 11:46 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: What do you use for outline maps? Thanks nt - Kelly on th eprairie 4:15 Jun 15 (1)
  • I've been considering... - saved1112 11:49 Jun 15 (0)

Need website for My World Science pretty please : ) nt - Chris in CA 19:47 Jun 14 (3)

• Link inside... - Heather in VA 19:50 Jun 14 (1)
  • thanks Heather nt - Chris in CA 22:00 Jun 14 (0)
• Never mind (blushing) found it nt - Chris in CA 19:49 Jun 14 (0)

Thoughts on Child's Story of America... Did you like it? Did your kids? Thanks nt - Heather in VA 19:19 Jun 14 (18)

• Hey Heather, did you know you can see samples of CSOA on RR... - OhElizabeth 7:05 Jun 15 (0)
• I can't wait to see what you decide on...I've been following your quest...m - Ann in WA 23:12 Jun 14 (0)
• Edward Eggleston has a series of books about American history specifically for younger children, in SOTW style...m - samba 20:25 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thanks - I'll take a look. nt - Heather in VA 20:49 Jun 14 (0)
• Okay Heather, this is kind of funny... (m) - Jennifer in FL 20:23 Jun 14 (2)
  • FWIW, I'm using VP (1815 to present) and TQ AMYS w/7 and 9 yos... - Magic Wand 8:43 Jun 15 (0)
  • Yes - that's true about Hakim.. - Heather in VA 20:48 Jun 14 (0)
• My 8-9 yos and I liked it a lot. We fleshed it out with library books and thought it made a good spine. (nt) - Erica in PA 20:15 Jun 14 (0)
• No, I didn't... - Robin inTx 19:31 Jun 14 (9)
  • Robin, I'm glad you shared this... - Donna T. 5:44 Jun 15 (0)
  • I tried to like it, but just didn't! It was something about the tone and the commentary. nt - profmom 20:18 Jun 14 (0)
  • Oh man... another choice... I think I like the idea and it's cheaper than All American History... - Christa 20:05 Jun 14 (1)
    • Oh man - I forgot about All American History - I'll take a look at that too. Thanks nt - Heather in VA 20:12 Jun 14 (0)
  • Thanks - I do understand what you mean... - Heather in VA 19:46 Jun 14 (3)
    • Clarification: this book is North American history, and covers Canada as well (it's a much more logical presentation than straight US history, imo...) It's really quite readable... maybe doable with a child that young... I'll give an excerpt (m) - Robin in Tx 20:33 Jun 14 (1)
      • Thanks for the excerpt... I like that R&S covers Canadian history, too (nt) - Christa 21:05 Jun 14 (0)
    • I am using the R&S...with a 9, 11, and 13..... - Tammy 19:54 Jun 14 (0)
  • Actually, this is where I'm going, too.... - Donna A. 19:41 Jun 14 (0)

Okay... I'm getting ready to order Teaching the Classics. Now is your last chance to talk me out of it and save me about a hundred bucks. Any last words of advice before I go down for the last time? :o) I haven't found ANYONE who says they have been displeased with this... is it because everyone is happy or is it because the unhappy are silent? TIA!! nt - Robin in Tx 19:14 Jun 14 (16)

• I think it is absolutely wonderful! nt - Eva 11:15 Jun 15 (0)
• buy it now if you are ready to use it now... (sm) - LatinaRepublicana 8:16 Jun 15 (0)
• Thanks for the question -- I've been considering this too! nt - profmom 6:59 Jun 15 (0)
• I'm nearly through watching this with a group of Mom's, and I think it is wonderful... - Debra in CO 5:10 Jun 15 (3)
  • Lori, yes - I think you definitely could watch these with jr. high/high school kids. That's a great idea. nt - Debra in CO 20:20 Jun 15 (1)
    • Thanks, Debra! (nt) - Lori D. 23:02 Jun 15 (0)
  • And could you -- or would you -- watch the DVDs with your kids? Say, jr. or sr. high aged? (nt) - Lori D. 8:47 Jun 15 (0)
• I'll give it a try... - WTMindy 22:05 Jun 14 (0)
• Can you describe what this is exactly? It's hard to understand from the website I was on - but looks interesting. nt - Christy in CO 21:01 Jun 14 (3)
  • Tell you what... when I get my copy I'll post a "review"... I'm not sure I understand well enough to explain it someone else without the real thing in front of me... maybe someone else can jump in? - Robin in Tx 21:08 Jun 14 (2)
    • Here's a review I typed up last month. - Kristine out of lurking 22:03 Jun 14 (1)
      • Kristine - thanks for this description - it looks great. nt - Christy in CO 7:19 Jun 15 (0)
• We love it here! (m) - WendyWords 20:26 Jun 14 (1)
  • Okay. That's it. I'm sold :o). Thanks a lot! nt - Robin in Tx 20:59 Jun 14 (0)
• Liking it a lot here--but I forgot to use it on our last read aloud! nt - Kristine out of lurking 19:49 Jun 14 (1)
  • LOL! That's what I'm afraid of... yet another expensive dust collector that I like too much to get rid of (you never know.. might need it some day :o) nt - Robin in Tx 20:49 Jun 14 (0)

Home economics study for younger girls? nt - HollyAl 19:14 Jun 14 (3)

• The Pearables Home Economics courses are absolutely wonderful. - Lizzie in Ma 5:34 Jun 15 (1)
  • Does this program have Christian content? (nt) - KidsHappen 10:38 Jun 15 (0)
• Keepers of the Faith program for girls nt. - margaret 21:28 Jun 14 (0)

Pearbles? Has anyone used their Home Economics series?nt - HollyAL 19:12 Jun 14 (0)

Quest for Learning's Phonics Solution CD (based on WRTR)... Does anyone own/use this? Opinions? - Christa 18:59 Jun 14 (0)

HELP - Saxon 54, 65, 76, 87 - Jeannine 18:56 Jun 14 (4)

• Yes, there is new material covered... - Jann in TX 19:57 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thanks for clearing up the mud !!! - Jeannine 21:21 Jun 14 (0)
• Yes, you definitely need 65. If you're looking to skip one, Saxon 87 is a review/consolidation of concepts, and is frequently skipped over. But not 65 (imo). nt - catherine 19:51 Jun 14 (1)
  • Many thanks Catherine! - Jeannine 21:22 Jun 14 (0)

In your opinion, what is the best Latin program that teaches CLASSICAL pronunciation? (m) - Kelli in CT 18:15 Jun 14 (13)

• Minimus, then So You Really Want to Learn Latin - Laura in China 4:13 Jun 15 (2)
  • Laura, we received our Latin prep 1 books recently. - Brit 5:32 Jun 15 (1)
    • I'm glad he's interested - Laura in China 9:48 Jun 15 (0)
• Minimus is so much fun. Yes, I posted twice! (more) - Julie in AK 23:24 Jun 14 (0)
• Latin Primers and Grammar (Martha Wilson) are wonderful. (nt) - catherine 19:54 Jun 14 (0)
• Wow, I'm surprised to read it's possible to use PL with the classical pronunciations, but (m) - Kelli in CT 19:53 Jun 14 (2)
  • Personally, I wouldn't... - abbeyej 5:17 Jun 15 (0)
  • I suppose it depends on whether or not you want to use the CD or DVDs (m) - Kash 20:40 Jun 14 (0)
• Re: In your opinion, what is the best Latin program that teaches CLASSICAL pronunciation? (m) - HollyAL 19:24 Jun 14 (1)
  • I like Latin for Children, even tho the dad in the DVD is a little too militaristic in his chants..(more) - Julie in AK 23:20 Jun 14 (0)
• We're doing PL w/ classical (m) - Kash 19:04 Jun 14 (0)
• I dont understand what all the fuss is about pronounciation... - Peela 18:46 Jun 14 (0)
• I'm thinking Latin Primer www.LogosSchool.com :-) (NT) - LH 18:28 Jun 14 (0)

Who was looking for a DVD teaching you to use SWR? I found one... - Heather in VA 18:00 Jun 14 (2)

• I've seen this and it's wonderful!!! (m) - OhElizabeth 7:13 Jun 15 (0)
• Awesome Heather, thank you! (nt) - angela&boys 18:04 Jun 14 (0)

Can someone answer a CW question for me? - rsmofga 17:53 Jun 14 (3)

• I was told to start with Aesop B.... - Laurie 9:03 Jun 15 (0)
• I'll try -m - Kathin in VA 3:28 Jun 15 (0)
• Also, will I need a workbook for each child or will one work for them? nt - rsmofga 17:56 Jun 14 (0)

srjbdl - a question for you down below in response to your post about SRA. nt - Christy in CO 17:51 Jun 14 (0)

Is anyone using the Elson readers? - Donna T. 17:41 Jun 14 (3)

• I used the 3rd grade one a bit last year. I liked it! We just ended up having so much other stuff to read, we didn't get to it often. (nt) - Wendi 19:43 Jun 14 (2)
  • Teacher's Guide... - Donna T. 5:50 Jun 15 (1)
    • Re: Teacher's Guide... - Wendi 6:59 Jun 15 (0)

Any thoughts on Phonetic Zoo? (nt) - Katie in CO 17:33 Jun 14 (3)

• My (almost) 11 year old daughter asked me to get this for her for next year... - Heather in VA 19:13 Jun 14 (0)
• Easy to implement...not sure how/if it helped our natural speller much....nt - Janine 18:10 Jun 14 (1)
  • It was fun, but didn't do much for our natural speller either (nt) - Linda in NM 20:16 Jun 14 (0)

Prima Latina - buy the LC1 flash cards or make my own? Opinions? Advice? nt - KIN 17:29 Jun 14 (5)

• I bought the LCI ones for PL, and laminated the ones I needed and saved the rest. nt - Pensguys 18:50 Jun 14 (0)
• We made our own. But then again, my ds did "only flashcards" for PL so it made sense fo rme to make my own (NT) - LH 18:30 Jun 14 (0)
• I had the LC1 flashcards and still made my own; it was just easier for us to do it that way. nt - samba 17:55 Jun 14 (0)
• Buy, IMO (m) - Kash 17:53 Jun 14 (0)
• i found it easier to make my own because... - LatinaRepublicana 17:42 Jun 14 (0)

The Big Yellow Drawing Book vs. Drawing with Children... - Magic Wand 17:28 Jun 14 (3)

• They are two different animals, but . . . - kate in seattle 22:17 Jun 14 (2)
  • Thanks, maybe we'll start with Big Yellow...nt - Magic Wand 23:05 Jun 14 (1)
    • We have both... - Lori D. 8:56 Jun 15 (0)

Has anyone seen the MP Grammar Charts for LC1? - ChristyX5 16:55 Jun 14 (1)

• I bought the large ones, and they are too big (m) - Michele in MN 7:00 Jun 15 (0)

On the eBay thread below regarding TE.... - saved1112 16:47 Jun 14 (2)

• I just sold several items on eBay - Christi/NC 20:32 Jun 14 (0)
• That is what I would do...more - Tricia 18:16 Jun 14 (0)

Ellie... - WendyWords 16:45 Jun 14 (0)

Heather in VA, I got your file (twice- LOL!). I guess it was just taking a long time due to the length of the file. Thanks so much! This is really great! nm - EchoMom 16:23 Jun 14 (4)

• YEA!! Twice is better than not at all. Sure hope you find it helpful. nt - Heather in VA 16:53 Jun 14 (3)
  • Heather...may I have a copy please?...email inside nt - Magic Wand 17:00 Jun 14 (2)
    • You have mail!! (or you will soon - apparently the attachment emails take a while). nt - Heather in VA 17:04 Jun 14 (1)
      • Got it! This looks great. Thanks so much for sharing your hard work. nt - Magic Wand 17:09 Jun 14 (0)

Can anyone help me with this translation? - BMC 16:19 Jun 14 (8)

• it is a joke - moira 22:09 Jun 14 (7)
  • Here is the whole thing - moira 6:48 Jun 15 (0)
  • Here is the whole thing - moira 6:48 Jun 15 (2)
    • here is another poem like it that was around when I was little, about 50 years ago - moira 7:08 Jun 15 (1)
      • Maybe your version was the one I posted in my message below? (NT) - Désirée 11:56 Jun 15 (0)
  • yup it's a joke - my son got me with it, and someone got him with it too (at least he knew enough Latin to know, I don't) - BMC 5:00 Jun 15 (2)
    • You don't need to know any Latin, it reads in English... - Désirée 5:37 Jun 15 (1)
      • well, when you're a beginner Latin student and you're handed a paper and asked to translate it... I was fooled anyway - thanks for the others and the link DS will get a kick out of them! nt - BMC 9:59 Jun 15 (0)

Critical Thinking Press: Anyone use Mathematical Reasoning? which level/grade? Comments please? I need asap as I'm watching an auction that ends soon! thanks. nt - saved1112 16:11 Jun 14 (1)

• anyone quick??? nt - saved1112 16:42 Jun 14 (0)

Has anyone ever used R&S, Understanding the Old World? nt - LCGal 15:51 Jun 14 (1)

• Thanks to Donna A. and Padme--Didn't notice your responses way down! nt - LCGal 16:17 Jun 14 (0)

I need recommendations for a good English grammer handbook... - Donna T. 15:50 Jun 14 (6)

• I've heard that "Our Mother Tongue" is easy to follow and comprehensive - Dawn in TN 20:51 Jun 14 (2)
  • where can I find this? nt - Donna T. 5:52 Jun 15 (1)
    • Amazon, VP or RR. NT - MIch elle 9:29 Jun 15 (0)
• I've heard that "Our Mother Tongue" is easy to follow and comprehensive - Dawn in TN 20:35 Jun 14 (0)
• I have heard good things about the Blue Book of Grammar - link insideq - 2lilreds in NC 19:15 Jun 14 (0)
• Rod & Staff English Handbook. NT - MIch elle 16:11 Jun 14 (0)

Anyone tell me what BJU Bible Truths (for 1st grade) is like? Any other programs for that age to recommend? We did a Bible curr. this year and Leading Little Ones to God for devotional. nt - Chris in VA 15:21 Jun 14 (2)

• Review - Cindyg 20:30 Jun 14 (0)
• BJU Bible Truths... - saved1112 15:53 Jun 14 (0)

Has anyone used the Teacher's Guides that go along with Hakim's History of US? Worth the money? nt - Pam in MA 15:01 Jun 14 (1)

• I have - Julie in MN 18:35 Jun 14 (0)

K12 opinions? I have an opportunity to recieve this free through a cyber charter. m - Lana in TX 14:59 Jun 14 (38)

• Thanks for all the responses since I last posted. I appreciate everyone's thoughts and opinions. nt - Lana in TX 11:11 Jun 15 (0)
• We used K12 in 1st grade for about 6 months. - Becki in IN 4:34 Jun 15 (0)
• I didn't know that Texas had cyber charters :-/ ... - Ellie 20:51 Jun 14 (0)
• I'd ask myself, "Would I choose this program if I had to pay for it?" (m) - Erica in PA 20:02 Jun 14 (2)
  • I agree with you, and that's what I'm trying to sort out...whether or not TXVA and K12 are a good fit for us. Thanks for your comments. nt - Lana in TX 11:02 Jun 15 (0)
  • Very well said! (coming from me, who picked and paid for K12) m - Lisa TX 20:13 Jun 14 (0)
• We used K12 last year and really enjoyed it (m) - Lisa TX 19:59 Jun 14 (0)
• Thanks, Tory and Tammy, too. Everyone was very helpful. I'm really not the "boxed curriculum" type, but... - Lana in TX 18:12 Jun 14 (0)
• If I could afford K12....for a couple of courses...I would do it.... - Tammy 17:37 Jun 14 (0)
• If you have been mostly happy with your curriculum choices thus far - Tory in FL 17:35 Jun 14 (0)
• My neighbor just withdrew from a K12 cyber charter (M) - one_l_michele 17:27 Jun 14 (2)
  • Ack! I already spend too much time on the computer! Thanks for the info. nt - Lana in TX 18:02 Jun 14 (0)
  • Cancelled her internet service?!?! Take my left pinky toe, but leave my internet service! :-) m - Tory in FL 17:48 Jun 14 (0)
• It depends on whether this is a K12 virtual academy or another charter... - nrg 16:17 Jun 14 (1)
  • It is a K12 virtual academy--Texas Virtual Academy. I, too, wish I could pick and choose subjects, but it's not so. Thanks for your thoughts. nt - Lana in TX 18:00 Jun 14 (0)
• Been there, done that (m) - Ria 16:14 Jun 14 (3)
  • I agree with you Ria ( little long) - Tracy 18:58 Jun 14 (0)
  • Thanks, Ria. The requirements of TXVA are a conference call w/ the teacher 2x/month. m - Lana in TX 17:59 Jun 14 (1)
    • Also required: - Ellie 6:39 Jun 15 (0)
• Opinions? Okay. - Kristine out of lurking 15:33 Jun 14 (3)
  • Just a couple of comments... - Lana in TX 17:56 Jun 14 (1)
    • I have to say that I doubt that using the charter school would leave you with more time for child-led interests. (m) - Erica in PA 20:14 Jun 14 (0)
  • Well said!...and I agree! NT - Tammy 16:03 Jun 14 (0)
• We used k12 through a free cyber charter. - catalinakel 15:31 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thanks--that's something to consider. nt - Lana in TX 18:00 Jun 14 (0)
• Did you know that "free" curriculum offered by the state - Closeacademy 15:06 Jun 14 (12)
  • Shouldn't have opened this can of worms but regulation is being pushed by media in my state - Closeacademy 10:34 Jun 15 (0)
  • Oops, sorry. I meant to put in my message a disclaimer that I am well aware of these issues, and will weigh them in my decision making. nt - Lana in TX 17:24 Jun 14 (0)
  • Homeschoolers are not even eligible for many of the virtual academies. - Tory in FL 17:04 Jun 14 (0)
  • Um, okay, at the risk of sounding dense... - Jill, OK in VA 15:35 Jun 14 (8)
    • Well I wouldn't have put it quite as bluntly as CloseAcademy, but that debate does exist... - OhElizabeth 16:06 Jun 14 (7)
      • Well, okay, I guess I really *am* dense, lol... - Jill, OK in VA 16:27 Jun 14 (6)
        • I don't keep up on these things, but the bit I've heard is... - OhElizabeth 7:23 Jun 15 (2)
          • That makes it a little clearer.... - Jill, OK in VA 9:05 Jun 15 (0)
          • It is an issue in California. nt - Ellie 7:28 Jun 15 (0)
        • Christopher Klicka from HSLDA spoke at our conference - Julie in MN 18:29 Jun 14 (2)
          • I live in Alaska and this is totally not true!!! - Akmommy 3:21 Jun 15 (1)
            • Sorry, I was trying to remember what Mr. Klicka said. I'm sure the HSLDA web site would be more accurate than my brain (nt) - Julie in MN 9:32 Jun 15 (0)

what was the site that sells the cool Roman coins? It was a hot topic long ago.... nt TIA - BMC 14:28 Jun 14 (6)

• wow - lots of options! Thanks everyone! - BMC 5:01 Jun 15 (0)
• HandsnHearts sells a kit with instructions on cleaning included (nt) - Julie in MN 18:30 Jun 14 (0)
• also, dirtyoldcoins.com sells them. nt - dangermom 16:17 Jun 14 (0)
• Here's another website... - saved1112 16:14 Jun 14 (0)
• I've ordered from NobleRomanCoins.com and had great service. nt - abbeyej 15:08 Jun 14 (0)
• is this it..link only nt.. - Rhonda in WA 14:45 Jun 14 (0)

Anyone familiar with Barbara Beer's The PHONICS Road to Spelling and Reading? nt - Terri in WA 14:14 Jun 14 (1)

• Well I saw it at our convention.. - Heather in VA 16:52 Jun 14 (0)

Beyond Phonics -Evaluation of program - LAinIllinois 13:59 Jun 14 (1)

• For teaching multi-syllable word attack skills, it's hard to beat - Claire 21:32 Jun 14 (0)

English" program that doesn't require too much time on mom? (for 8 year old) - Mel 13:58 Jun 14 (5)

• Try Christian Light Education Sunrise Edition.... - SLR 5:32 Jun 15 (0)
• R&S...Great!! nm - Becky in Mexico 16:55 Jun 14 (2)
  • Do most use a grade below? Isn't R&S advanced? nm - Mel 20:04 Jun 14 (1)
    • imo, no nt - hsm 6:13 Jun 15 (0)
• Take a look at.... - Donna A. 14:34 Jun 14 (0)

Alaska has started a blog that chronicles teaching her 4 yo twins to read with 100EZL. Thought some of you may be interested! (link inside) - RedHen 13:50 Jun 14 (1)

• Also Right Start math!! There is one post so far on Right Start that might be helpful for y'all with K4s or K5s. (nt) - Julie in AK 15:12 Jun 14 (0)

Stanford test results...would like suggestions on phonics.. - Jen210 13:50 Jun 14 (2)

• My dd needed to do some backfilling on phonics as well. .. - Pam in MA 14:47 Jun 14 (0)
• I would get the book Reading Reflex and work with him - Claire 13:55 Jun 14 (0)

Fitting it all in--American History and a ? re: Hakim/Story of Us... - Kelli in CT 13:36 Jun 14 (8)

• Thanks, all! We are still on vol. 1, so I'm thinking now... - Kelli in CT 18:06 Jun 14 (0)
• What SOTW are you using? Biblioplan does a good job combing SOTW Vol. III & History of US in their 1600-1850 schedule. This is what we are using. nt - Christy in Co 15:51 Jun 14 (0)
• I'll give it a go! - AmyCC 14:16 Jun 14 (1)
  • By the time I finished this post, you had some other great responses :0) nt - AmyCC 14:17 Jun 14 (0)
• We are entering Year 3 this year and this became an issue for us too... - Heather in VA 14:04 Jun 14 (2)
  • You're doing something very similar to what I think we're doing... (m) - Jennifer in FL 14:48 Jun 14 (1)
    • Yes that question makes lots of sense - and no I don't know yet LOL.. - Heather in VA 16:59 Jun 14 (0)
• I *think* we are just going to use the Hakim books as read alouds concurrently w/ SOTW 3 (1st, 4th, & 5th grades here). nt - Lana in TX 13:58 Jun 14 (0)

SWR/My Wise Grammar Book Question - LisaL 13:35 Jun 14 (4)

• On list H-2 in the WISE Guide preliminaries, you are told to construct the "ed" reference page (m) - LBC 14:39 Jun 14 (3)
  • Hmmm. .. I did do this page, but - LisaL 15:02 Jun 14 (2)
    • I don't have MWG book yet but Rule 14 (1-1-1) and Rule 16 (e's dropping) cover this. nt - Cheller 17:40 Jun 14 (1)
      • Thanks!! (nt) - LisaL 9:46 Jun 15 (0)

Does anyone use SOTW as suggested in WTM? - KIN 13:28 Jun 14 (7)

• Pretty much...and the kids LOVE it.... - WTMindy 7:16 Jun 15 (0)
• Here's how we're doing it.... - Kelly in VA 19:30 Jun 14 (0)
• This is our favorite part of the day! - Laurie in SEA 16:43 Jun 14 (0)
• I hate to be *that* scheduled, but for the most part, yes. - Kristine out of lurking 14:14 Jun 14 (0)
• Pretty much how I do it, with a tweak or 2. (m) - Bryan (a mom) 13:57 Jun 14 (0)
• YES! Love it... (m) - Kelli in CT 13:42 Jun 14 (0)
• I've used it that way for 2 years (more) - Diane in Phoenix 13:36 Jun 14 (0)

Music of the Hemispheres poetry book -- is anyone familiar with this? (m) - JSJ in NC 13:21 Jun 14 (5)

• I have Music of the Hemispheres and Building Poems - Melissa B 20:30 Jun 14 (4)
  • Re: I have Music of the Hemispheres and Building Poems - JSJ in NC 3:37 Jun 15 (3)
    • Thompson's poetry books... - Melissa B 9:17 Jun 15 (2)
      • Many thanks, Melissa (m) - JSJ in NC 12:00 Jun 15 (0)
      • That would be "reviews" plural (not review's ) nt - Melissa B 9:22 Jun 15 (0)

Just got in MP's "The Book of Roots"... - rhondabee 13:16 Jun 14 (2)

• OK - now that I've had a little more time -- - Rhondabee 5:53 Jun 15 (0)
• Well I haven't gotten it yet but - MIch elle 15:43 Jun 14 (0)

BJU Math users - I bought the TE used (6th & 3rd) - do I need the supplement books? They seem to list one every lesson.... - rhondabee 13:09 Jun 14 (5)

• No, they're optional. We don't use them. nt - Cindyg 20:32 Jun 14 (0)
• You don't have to - Tracy 19:04 Jun 14 (0)
• BJU's supplemental books... - saved1112 13:50 Jun 14 (0)
• If you want extra review, you can get the student activities book (m) - Veronica 13:38 Jun 14 (1)
  • I think I'll give them a couple of weeks w/just the textbook, - rhondabee 17:00 Jun 14 (0)

Could you look over my plans for SWR next year? I'm going to do things a bit different and would welcome your advice. - KIN 13:07 Jun 14 (5)

• Thanks for your help everyone (my son will thank you too! ) And a few more questions... - KIN 14:40 Jun 14 (1)
  • I struggle with this also.. - Cheller 17:56 Jun 14 (0)
• If your ds is easily able to do that many words, then I'd keep it up. But I think it's too much. - Kristine out of lurking 14:23 Jun 14 (0)
• Ditto, it looks like a lot of writing... - OhElizabeth 14:09 Jun 14 (0)
• My 8 ds would balk at writing 30 words - if you can get a 6 yo to do it... - Nick's Mama (Zack's Mama Too!) 13:14 Jun 14 (0)

Could someone review the DIVE program for Saxon 5/4? nt - Barb 13:04 Jun 14 (0)

Help, y'all!! What would you recommend for . . . (m) - Terrie in Germany 13:00 Jun 14 (4)

• SWR. nt - Jen in MD 20:15 Jun 14 (0)
• ABC's and All Their Tricks explains a lot of the whys, I think (nt) - Claire 13:34 Jun 14 (0)
• Did she learn phonics rules? nt - saved1112 13:14 Jun 14 (0)
• The phrase that comes to mind: - rhondabee 13:12 Jun 14 (0)

3rd Grade Chemistry: did you use Adventures w/ Atoms & Molecules and Science Encyclopedia? - Wendy in VA 12:50 Jun 14 (5)

• We just finished 3rd grade chem... - Laura in IL 9:33 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: 3rd Grade Chemistry: did you use Adventures w/ Atoms & Molecules and Science Encyclopedia? - Cheller 18:06 Jun 14 (1)
  • Re: 3rd Grade Chemistry: did you use Adventures w/ Atoms & Molecules and Science Encyclopedia? - Wendy in VA 18:54 Jun 14 (0)
• Yes, we did this and it was a great and do-able intro to Chemistry for us.nt - Linda G in NZ 14:07 Jun 14 (0)
• I would recommend RS4K Chemistry 1 for older, Pre-Level 1 for younger. (more) - Julie in AK 12:57 Jun 14 (0)

Anyone use Uncle Josh's Outline Map Book? with what? Opinions please. Thanks. nt - saved1112 12:24 Jun 14 (4)

• I like it, with a few caveats... - Karen in TN 18:25 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thank you for your help! nt - saved1112 20:34 Jun 14 (0)
• I use it with Story of the World... - CED 12:28 Jun 14 (1)
  • thanks nt - saved1112 20:40 Jun 14 (0)

Heather in Va, may I please have a copy of your copywork selections? - EchoMom 12:17 Jun 14 (7)

• I'd love these too! Email inside - PameLA in VA 13:47 Jun 14 (0)
• You have mail!! nt - Heather in VA 12:21 Jun 14 (5)
  • Uh oh, Heather! I didn't get it. I'll postt my email again just to be sure it was sent to the right address. - EchoMom 12:36 Jun 14 (3)
    • Did it come through yet? I made sure I spelled it right. Also - check your spam in case it didn't like me. nt - Heather in VA 12:43 Jun 14 (2)
      • Nope, it's not anywhere. Bummer! I wonder what the problem is. nm - EchoMom 12:53 Jun 14 (1)
        • Hmmm - well I tried again. Hopefully it's just taking longer because of an attachment. nt - Heather in VA 12:57 Jun 14 (0)
  • Wow! That was fast! Thank you! nm - EchoMom 12:26 Jun 14 (0)

Self taught (mostly) Geography program for 4-5th grades - Ruth 12:03 Jun 14 (3)

• Complete Book of Maps and Geography.... - Lori D. 9:09 Jun 15 (0)
• Modern Curriculum Press Maps, Charts and Graphs... - Diana in OR 12:18 Jun 14 (0)
• This past year my 5th grade ds did Evan-Moor Daily Geography - Maverick 12:10 Jun 14 (0)

Wordly Wise 3000 A -- beneficial or unnecessary?? m - profmom 11:48 Jun 14 (1)

• We are going to use it...m - Tap, tap, tap 12:07 Jun 14 (0)

Rainbow Science is First Edition current or is there a 2nd edition? nt - ereks mom 11:46 Jun 14 (3)

• I think the lab manuals & possibly teacher books have been changed (nt) - Julie in MN 13:25 Jun 14 (0)
• The First Edition is current nt - Heather in VA 12:16 Jun 14 (1)
  • TY! : ) nt - ereks mom 12:20 Jun 14 (0)

Astronomy suggestions for after Apologia? - Nancy in PA 11:40 Jun 14 (2)

• Re: Astronomy suggestions for after Apologia? - Kate 12:06 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thanks Kate--the website looks great--nt - Nancy in PA 7:18 Jun 15 (0)

What is your favorite skip counting CD? -m - Mary in WA State 11:15 Jun 14 (3)

• My boys *loved* 100 Sheep, but I'm not sure if it's available on CD. nt - Virginia Heather 12:14 Jun 14 (2)
  • my vote for this one too. nt - Linda G in NZ 14:08 Jun 14 (0)
  • Re: Yes, it's available now on CD (nt) - Christa 12:27 Jun 14 (0)

Latin games.... Is there anything like Rummy Roots to reinforce JUST latin? other latin games? nt - an ordinary princess 11:09 Jun 14 (2)

• I made cards for all the Latin sayings in LC 1. We use them to play concentration and Go Fish - Maverick 12:14 Jun 14 (0)
• Take a look at Mendax Latin card game at CBD. nt - ereks mom 11:44 Jun 14 (0)

Does anyone use Latin's Not So Tough? I don't see it mentioned here much. Likes/dislikes? TIA. nt - Stella! 11:07 Jun 14 (4)

• Thank you, ladies! nt - Stella! 6:46 Jun 15 (0)
• loved LNST2, but slammed into a wall with LNST3 - AngieW in Texas 22:06 Jun 14 (0)
• I started using it this year, am really enjoying it. - Valerie J 14:08 Jun 14 (0)
• We've used it for two years now...... (m) - April 11:43 Jun 14 (0)

Spped Reading Software for children - grades 5 to 12 or 5 to adult. Any best ones? - HomeschoolM 11:02 Jun 14 (0)

Here's a question about spending a year on American History... I've got all the readers from SL 3/4 core, and was thinking about picking up their LA component becaue I like the idea of planned dictation twice a week from books we're reading... but yesterday I saw the Student Activities book from BJU 8th grade and liked it. What to do? - Robin in Tx 10:56 Jun 14 (5)

• Thanks for the feedback, ladies! Think I'll stick with my original plan and look for those activities... don't know why I go through this doubt thing every once in a while! nt - Robin in Tx 17:38 Jun 14 (0)
• Did you know that, somewhere in cyberspace, there is a list of activities for SL 3/4? - Laurel in CA 13:42 Jun 14 (1)
  • It is still there.... - RhondaM. 14:52 Jun 14 (0)
• Re: Here's a question about spending a year on American History... I've got all the readers from SL 3/4 core, and was thinking about picking up their LA component becaue I like the idea of planned dictation twice a week from books we're reading... but yesterday I saw the Student Activities book from BJU 8th grade and liked it. What to do? - Kate CA 11:37 Jun 14 (0)
• No experience with either, but I've read about both. Use the BJU 8th & fold in the readers, or just stick to SL would be my vote. nt - Bryan (a mom) 11:14 Jun 14 (0)

Any good sources for teaching manners? m... - NOLAdy 10:33 Jun 14 (7)

• I don´t know of one,but I think it makes the perfect excuse to have your dh.. - Becky in Mexico 17:05 Jun 14 (0)
• I have loved... - Cyndi in TX 15:56 Jun 14 (0)
• Re: Any good sources for teaching manners? m... - Karen 13:28 Jun 14 (1)
  • We have this book for girls and like it. nt - Dawn in TN 15:02 Jun 14 (0)
• Miss Manners says it takes 18 years of constant nagging to turn out well-mannered adults ;-)... - Ellie 10:42 Jun 14 (2)
  • ITA! I just don't like the nagging part, lol. m... - NOLAdy 10:59 Jun 14 (1)
    • Well, even if you did some "reinforcement," you'd still have to do the constant nagging thing :-) nt - Ellie 12:01 Jun 14 (0)

"Lyrical Latin" CD -- is this ecclesiastical pronunciation or classical? - Julie in AK 10:23 Jun 14 (0)

Unit Studies - Munde5 10:19 Jun 14 (2)

• We enjoyed Portraits as well. It's very adjustable for age. (m)q - Bryan (a mom) 13:29 Jun 14 (0)
• We have enjoyed Prairie Primer & Portraits of American Girlhood very much. nt - Mel 11:50 Jun 14 (0)

Learn Geography--free games online (link) - Amy 10:09 Jun 14 (1)

• Thank you! I was just trying to remember this site!! (nt) - Lori D. 9:37 Jun 15 (0)

Does anyone combine WTM and Charolette Mason? Is it possible? What would it look like? nt - KIN 10:04 Jun 14 (9)

• Absolutely... - Leslie in TN 16:46 Jun 14 (0)
• Yes. It would (does) look like this... - Donna A. 14:37 Jun 14 (0)
• I have two excellent books, if interested, email inside :) - Mel in Ga. 11:53 Jun 14 (0)
• Michelle beat me to it. This is an excellent article and says it way better than I could. nt - Heather in VA 11:09 Jun 14 (0)
• Here is what SWB has to say about it (link inside) - Michelle in WI 10:57 Jun 14 (4)
  • Hmmm. My link didn't show up. (m) - Michelle in WI 11:00 Jun 14 (3)
    • your link doesn't work.... would you resend the link? Thanks nt - Lynn in CA 13:33 Jun 14 (1)
      • Re: your link doesn't work.... would you resend the link? Thanks nt - Michelle in WI 14:11 Jun 14 (0)
    • Hey, thanks! I'll puruse it during the boys' rest time. :) nt - KIN 11:03 Jun 14 (0)

Could someone tell me more about Charolette Mason's method or recommend a book? sm - KIN 10:02 Jun 14 (6)

• Her books are the only real source - frogpond1 8:58 Jun 15 (0)
• A couple more... - Donna A. 11:55 Jun 14 (0)
• Book and website suggestion - Michelle in WI 11:04 Jun 14 (0)
• Re: Could someone tell me more about Charolette Mason's method or recommend a book? sm - Becky in IA 10:49 Jun 14 (0)
• Here are some websites . . . - JanOH 10:07 Jun 14 (1)
  • That first site should be www.amblesideonline.org - sorry (nt) - JanOH 10:08 Jun 14 (0)

Reminder: Hands 'n' Hearts History Kits prices go up tomorrow. (sm) - Wendi 10:02 Jun 14 (4)

• Thanks so much for the reminder - I have a few kits I wanted to order before the price goes up. Better head on over! nt - Mel 12:04 Jun 14 (0)
• How was the Greece and Rome kit - I was thinking of ordering that one for next year. nt - Kim 10:23 Jun 14 (2)
  • I used it this year with my three dds ages 12,8, and 6! m - Christina in MN 20:38 Jun 14 (0)
  • I was wondering too - I decided to just order the Ancient History kit & Ancient Coin kit for now & I saved about $12.00 ordering before prices go up. :0) nt - Mel 13:48 Jun 14 (0)

Latin: Is there a J or isn't there? - Avis 9:55 Jun 14 (4)

• Depends what time period you are speaking of... - Désirée 6:04 Jun 15 (0)
• Not according to Indiana Jones ; ) ... the "I" takes the place of the "J". (nt) - The Tutor (previously known as Laura in PA) 17:35 Jun 14 (0)
• Sorry, below post should have included spelling for "hello." (m) - Julie in AK 10:16 Jun 14 (0)
• No "j" in Minimus. The son's name is therefore "Iulius." (That's an "eye" at the beginning, not an L.) (m) - Julie in AK 10:14 Jun 14 (0)

Ok - kids were just tested and I got a couple of recommendations...does anyone know of these? - Christy in CO 9:39 Jun 14 (2)

• The SRA books are very good! - srjbdl 10:44 Jun 14 (1)
  • Can I ask what in particular he had trouble with in reading? nt - Christy in Co 17:50 Jun 14 (0)

Any places to purchase classical writing besides Lulu TIA nt... - Tammi 9:32 Jun 14 (1)

• www.bethsbookshop.com, free shipping for now! nt - Debbie 10:33 Jun 14 (0)

My continued History dilemma for 5th grade dd. Sigh! - kw 9:22 Jun 14 (2)

• History.... - saved1112 15:48 Jun 14 (0)
• How about Mystery of History? ... - Linda G in NZ 14:12 Jun 14 (0)

Does FLL (2nd 1/2) have enough copywork and dictation or do I need to add to it? Thanks! nt - Allison TX 9:21 Jun 14 (2)

• Thank you! nt - Allison TX 17:04 Jun 14 (0)
• I've added to it... - Donna T. 10:44 Jun 14 (0)

Is the 'Classical Homeschooling' magazine worth getting? -m - Kathie in VA 9:07 Jun 14 (2)

• Ugh, I didn't like what I saw. Here's a quote from the website: - Julie in AK 12:39 Jun 14 (1)
  • Okay, that is a turn off! -m - Kathie in Va 15:27 Jun 14 (0)

Has anyone used Primary Language Lessons after FLL?sm - Teresa in MO 9:05 Jun 14 (8)

• My PLL from Hillside came today! - ChristyX5 12:44 Jun 14 (3)
  • I saw this - the pictures look really neat but I have a question.. - Heather in VA 12:51 Jun 14 (2)
    • You know, I almost adressed this in my "mini-review" - ChristyX5 13:46 Jun 14 (1)
      • Thanks - that is helpful - and I almost didn't ask in fear of aggravating someone :0). nt - Heather in VA 17:25 Jun 14 (0)
• No, but I plan to combine them... - Donna T. 10:51 Jun 14 (0)
• My middle child did FLL followed by PLL and Ridgewood Grammar I. nt - Elizabeth B. in NC 10:30 Jun 14 (0)
• This is what I am thinking of doing, too (sm) - Michelle in WI 9:50 Jun 14 (0)
• We use PLL, but we did not do FLL - catalinakel 9:32 Jun 14 (0)

SWR? Is this all I need to get started? - Michele in NC 8:41 Jun 14 (3)

• What is the age/grade of your dc? (m) - OhElizabeth 8:59 Jun 14 (2)
  • Re: What is the age/grade of your dc? (m) - Michele in NC 9:08 Jun 14 (1)
    • Ok, then you want... - OhElizabeth 11:58 Jun 14 (0)

Question for those of you using Mastering Mathematics. - PattyNJ 8:35 Jun 14 (3)

• Re: Question for those of you using Mastering Mathematics. - Homemom 1:01 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: Question for those of you using Mastering Mathematics. - Kathie in VA 8:55 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thank you! I've been tossing around a few ideas... - PattyNJ 9:07 Jun 14 (0)

Has anyone used the Math Phonics series of books by TLC? If so, would you share a review of the book(s) you used?nt - Greta Lea:) 8:30 Jun 14 (1)

• I bought it cheap, will sell it cheap. too busy and complicated to implement for my tastes. nt - catalinakel 9:33 Jun 14 (0)

Grapevine Bible Study...have you used it? What do you like/not like about it? Can you tell me why you chose it? How long have you been doing it? Thanks! nt - 4kids4me 8:18 Jun 14 (2)

• Re: Grapevine Bible Study...have you used it? What do you like/not like about it? Can you tell me why you chose it? How long have you been doing it? Thanks! nt - Shay 11:42 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thanks, Shay. nt - 4kids4me 17:45 Jun 14 (0)

Writing in Lial's Basic College Math book?...Someone said they allowed their dc to do this... - Greta Lea:) 8:12 Jun 14 (2)

• There is enough room for the easier problems, but not the more complicated ones. (nt) - Claire 13:36 Jun 14 (0)
• I have the 5th edition - we don't write in the book... - Mel 10:00 Jun 14 (0)

Do you use Apologia SSCience and would I use zoology 1 the first half of the year and then do the next book the 2nd?nt - Lisa CA 7:55 Jun 14 (3)

• Thank you both. I tend to over plan so I guess I'll just get one and see how it goes! nt - Lisa CA 16:36 Jun 14 (0)
• Depends on the age and interests of your child.....m - Tap, tap, tap 10:14 Jun 14 (0)
• the order doesn't matter...we are nearly finished with Astronomy, and will do Botany next nt - nutmeg 8:44 Jun 14 (0)

Melissa in Neverland please email me about curriculum. Email inside. nt - lizh 7:55 Jun 14 (0)

Delta M-U-See (new pricing) - Jeannine 7:47 Jun 14 (3)

• Have you seen our new, nifty Sales Board? (link) - nutmeg 8:46 Jun 14 (2)
  • Re: Have you seen our new, nifty Sales Board? (link) - Jeannine 8:57 Jun 14 (1)
    • Don't worry about it :) nt - nutmeg 9:02 Jun 14 (0)

Has anyone used Horizons Math with just the Right Start games? - Yevrah 7:37 Jun 14 (1)

• Sounds like a great combination! I'd get... - OhElizabeth 7:57 Jun 14 (0)

Julie in AK, et. al.---Thanks for the memory song suggestions (more) - Socal Sandra 7:03 Jun 14 (1)

• LOL. You're not too picky -- some of it is awful! (nt) - Julie in AK 10:18 Jun 14 (0)

How are you scheduling Vocabulary from Classical Roots and Wordly Wise? - Deb in NC 7:00 Jun 14 (1)

• When we began Vocab last year, on day one, ds would read....(m) - Regena in KY 8:37 Jun 14 (0)

Colleen, are you still planning on using Apologia G.S. for your oldest over two years?? - Chris in CA 6:55 Jun 14 (0)

BJU 7th grade math - hpymomof3 6:49 Jun 14 (2)

• My ds followed the same plan you laid out & did BJU Fundamentals of Math 7 in 6th grade. He is... - ereks mom 14:50 Jun 14 (0)
• It's a very good review. Since you have time, I'd do it (m) - Veronica 11:31 Jun 14 (0)

R&S Understanding the Old World--Has anyone ever used this? Do you like it? nt - LCGal 6:47 Jun 14 (5)

• I'm toying with the idea of... - Donna A. 12:08 Jun 14 (0)
• My son used is last year. He thought the content was more interesting than...... - Padmé 7:31 Jun 14 (3)
  • He said the book had more geography in it. He also felt on comparing... - Padmé 16:57 Jun 14 (2)
    • I thought the same thing when I read.... - Donna A. 19:32 Jun 14 (1)
      • 4th, 5th, and 6th grade I add in History of US readings....... - Padmé 4:54 Jun 15 (0)

Please check out information about my huge ebay list - Karen in Maryland 6:31 Jun 14 (3)

• Where...? I searched under store names for booksbay and didn't find anything. nt - Sandy 7:21 Jun 14 (2)
  • Click "advanced search" then on left click "find member" enter "booksbay "and she is the choice under "exact match". (nt) - Lisa CA 7:44 Jun 14 (1)
    • Thank you for posting this! (nt) - Karen in Maryland 7:50 Jun 14 (0)

Just discovered Singnlearn.org - Wow!! Has anyone here ordered from them? If so, what are your favorites? There's SO much!! TIA nt - Mel 5:51 Jun 14 (2)

• We love them, they are wonderful to deal with and wonderful stuff!.. - Lizzie in Ma 13:08 Jun 14 (1)
  • They sound great to deal with. Oh, I can't seem to decide - so many great things to choose from! *lol* I'll check out the ones you mentioned. Thank you! nt - Mel 13:51 Jun 14 (0)

Could anyone review Lightening Literature; American Lit: early to mid 19th century? - Laurie4b 5:39 Jun 14 (0)

I would love to hear ideas on storing VP cards. TIA (nt) - katie4 5:19 Jun 14 (13)

• Thanks for all your responses. Now I just have to decide between all these great ideas. :) nt - katie4 9:07 Jun 14 (0)
• Mine are hanging on clips on a wire that stretches across a whole wall. (From Ikea.) We can see them all at the same time, and take them down and put them up easily. (nt) - Wendi 8:19 Jun 14 (0)
• Laminated, 3 hole punched in small binder from Wal-Mart - Karen in Maryland 6:29 Jun 14 (0)
• I've had this site bookmarked for a while (m) - Andrea in MA 5:38 Jun 14 (0)
• Mine are in binders in sheet protectors... - GVA 5:33 Jun 14 (7)
  • Gail, are the sheet protectors...m - Pensguys 5:54 Jun 14 (6)
    • Yes, I did one per card... - GVA 8:38 Jun 14 (1)
      • Thanks. nt - Pensguys 11:57 Jun 14 (0)
    • I get my small page protectors in the scrapbook dept. at Michael's 40% off. nnm - LNC 7:20 Jun 14 (0)
    • I'm not Gail, but I've purchased ones that are 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. - Dixie 6:55 Jun 14 (0)
    • not gail, but sheet protectors are 8.5x11, same as a regular sheet of paper - - you can get a box of 200 for under ten bucks at sam's club /nft - katilac 6:30 Jun 14 (1)
      • No, they have sheet protectors that are just a bit larger than the VP cards and small binders too. ... - MIch elle 10:52 Jun 14 (0)
• I just spent weeks figuring this out... - Staci in FL 5:26 Jun 14 (0)

Loteria - Where can I find? - patti school aboard in ST. Maarten 5:01 Jun 14 (0)

Where can I look at samples of Reading Strands???....TIA...nt - Cinthya 4:51 Jun 14 (2)

• Re: Where can I look at samples of Reading Strands???....TIA...nt - MI Mom 5:06 Jun 14 (1)
  • I should of said that I already checked Writing strands site is there anywhere else to see samples??...m - Cinthya 5:28 Jun 14 (0)

Apologia Zoology - where should I order this and (m) - Alexandra 4:40 Jun 14 (6)

• Zoology is 23.60 at CBD and they have a shipping coupon 237381gw free shipping over $35..nt - Tap, tap, tap 10:19 Jun 14 (1)
  • Oops should be 23.99 - Tap, tap, tap 10:21 Jun 14 (0)
• Home Training Tools has the book and kit, very good prices tn - Chris in CA 6:56 Jun 14 (0)
• www.rocksolidinc.com also has excellent prices. nt - Kristine out of lurking 5:43 Jun 14 (0)
• Just ordered mine from Rainbow Resource (nt) - SLR 5:02 Jun 14 (0)
• CBD carries these for $24 and I believe another zoology book is in the plans now nt - Quiver0f10 4:42 Jun 14 (0)

Diana Warring CDs (yacc) - Kathie in VA 4:36 Jun 14 (11)

• I like her enthusiasm too. It makes it come alive for us. (Well, har har, I guess that is the point of her name, right?) :+) (m) - Kate CA 11:34 Jun 14 (0)
• We love the audios but haven't used anything else. I think Diana is a great speaker. Her enthusiasm really excites me. nt - Donna T. 10:55 Jun 14 (0)
• her book made me really want to homeschool, so i love the gal... however, i didn't care for the CDs... too chatty... and i not aware of her being against classical... that's too bad... nt - LatinaRepublicana 10:25 Jun 14 (0)
• I'm gonna sell the ones I just recently bought - catalinakel 9:43 Jun 14 (0)
• I listened to her workshop (on CD) about Biblical education (m) - Sarah CB 7:31 Jun 14 (1)
  • Oh. Thanks for sharing! -nt - Kathie in VA 8:58 Jun 14 (0)
• Can anyone compare these to the SOTW CDs?? -m - Kathie in VA 7:31 Jun 14 (1)
  • They can't really be compared, two very different animals. - Lizzie in Ma 13:12 Jun 14 (0)
• Huge Diana Waring fans here......... - Lizzie in Ma 4:45 Jun 14 (2)
  • Where do you hear samples at???.........m - Cinthya 4:55 Jun 14 (1)
    • here -m - Kathie in VA 4:58 Jun 14 (0)

Latin with a 6th grader... - MI Mom 4:25 Jun 14 (3)

• Latina Christiana. There seems to be a little "wall" students hit around Lesson 14 ? ? ? - LH 8:04 Jun 14 (0)
• I'm going to be using Latin Road to English Grammar.... - Heather in VA 7:42 Jun 14 (0)
• Re: Latin with a 6th grader... - MIch elle 4:56 Jun 14 (0)

Heather in VA... I have a quick question for you re: your copywork list-- - Virginia Heather 3:42 Jun 14 (2)

• Well this is what I have planned... - Heather in VA 7:47 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thanks, Heather! - Virginia Heather 12:12 Jun 14 (0)

Runkle Geography -- would this work for a fourth grader? - Rebecca in VA 3:23 Jun 14 (3)

• I think it would be too much for a 4th grader - hpymomof3 6:42 Jun 14 (0)
• I have Runkles and have used it with my dd12.... - Peela 4:59 Jun 14 (0)
• I used it as a credit for my 9th grader--I think it would be too much for a 4th grader - Christi/NC 4:39 Jun 14 (0)

SoCal Sandra, I posted about memory songs below. This board moves fast!! (nt) - Julie in AK 23:18 Jun 13 (0)

Anyone using Home Educator's Tutor mag? Q's inside... - VMS in SCG 22:32 Jun 13 (5)

• Piggy back question that I can't find on their site (am I blind?) Is this quarterly? Seems so, but I can't find it explicitly. (nt) - Bryan (a mom) 8:32 Jun 14 (1)
  • Here's what I think - Michelle in WI 12:14 Jun 14 (0)
• I just received a copy..... - Becky in IA 6:39 Jun 14 (0)
• I have one issue.... - Peela 23:12 Jun 13 (1)
  • I had the same experience. The mag is full of great stuff, but fitting it in an already jammed schedule just didn't work. nt - katie4 5:20 Jun 14 (0)

Has anyone used OPG and Explode the Code? Is it redundant to use both? If not, how did you do it? sm - OKCyndi 21:14 Jun 13 (3)

• We use them together. (m) - angela&boys 5:34 Jun 14 (0)
• They do complement each other pretty well. I don't find them redundant; I think of ETC as "applied practice." nt - FlockOfSillies (fka Brenda FOS) 23:17 Jun 13 (1)
  • Ditto....we really like using them both. nt - SLB 8:30 Jun 14 (0)

Anyone familiar with Barbara Beer's The PHONICS Road to Spelling and Reading? nt - Terri in WA 21:11 Jun 13 (4)

• We're using it this fall (m) - Lisa TX 13:48 Jun 14 (0)
• Yes! I've used the first level. What would you like to know? (nt) - Jennifer in FL 13:46 Jun 14 (2)
  • Yes, I really did like it, especially after I tweaked it to fit us. (m) - Jennifer in FL 17:30 Jun 14 (0)
  • Did you like it? nt - Terri in WA 14:16 Jun 14 (0)

Could someone please help, what is the copywrite date on Apologia General Science, and is there only one edition tia nt - Chris in CA 21:05 Jun 13 (2)

• Yes, as far as I know, there is only one ed. at this point. nt - Tricia 5:29 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thank you tn - Chris in CA 7:09 Jun 14 (0)

Suggestions for 4th grade physics? - Laura in IL 20:59 Jun 13 (4)

• Check out Noeo... link inside... - Heather in VA 7:53 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thank you all! NOEO question.. - Laura in IL 9:17 Jun 15 (0)
• Real Science 4 Kids found at www.gravitaspublications.com (I think - you may need to google it.) sm - OKCyndi 21:10 Jun 13 (1)
  • I second RS4Kids... (m) - Sharon in NY 8:41 Jun 14 (0)

RS users: For those using RightStart with many children, how do you find time to do the games? nt - Terri in WA 20:42 Jun 13 (2)

• I did RS with 5 - Capitola Mom 5:54 Jun 14 (0)
• Several thoughts... - OhElizabeth 22:00 Jun 13 (0)

Is there something available for learning about the history of music to kids... - Lisa in WI 20:28 Jun 13 (5)

• BF has a History of Classical Music, but I don't think that included ancients. nt - SolaMichella 8:26 Jun 14 (0)
• It's not Ancients, but ... - Laura in IL 21:04 Jun 13 (0)
• One thing I plan on using is The Usborne Story of Music it cover Ancients (more) - Mel 20:37 Jun 13 (2)
  • This is what we have, too. (m) - Kinsa 9:25 Jun 14 (1)
    • Just what I was looking for! Thanks!!! (nt) - Lisa in WI 6:34 Jun 15 (0)

My dd just finished Explode the Code 4-that book was HARD! more - Jennifer in San Antonio 19:31 Jun 13 (7)

• We skipped book 4 and will come back to it this year - hpymomof3 6:45 Jun 14 (0)
• How old is your dd? I have six year old that is about to start ETC 4 (nt) - CED 4:17 Jun 14 (2)
  • She is five. 1-3 were no problem, but 4 we basically had to do together. Lots of "rules". I think I may come back and do 4 1/2 after 5 and 6, if I think she needs it. nt - Jennifer in San Antonio 7:18 Jun 14 (1)
    • I was thinking of doing it the same way. Thanks (nt) - CED 10:10 Jun 14 (0)
• I skipped book 4 on advice from a friend - Laura in China 0:10 Jun 14 (0)
• same here-we finished this week and I thought it was hard too. We're doing bk 4 1/2 since I know he didn't catch it all. Glad to know bk 5 is easier! nt - Ann in WA 23:00 Jun 13 (0)
• No! It is easier than 4 by far. I read here ... - MI Mom 19:54 Jun 13 (0)

What is your favorite Spanish curric (for around 6th and 4th grade) and why? - Calico Frog 19:15 Jun 13 (4)

• Elementary Spanish at Home -- because it's free, it's good, and there are 8 years of curriculum. - Cindyg 20:15 Jun 13 (3)
  • Do you have to have cable/dish and TiVo-type ability to use this program? nt - mom2abcd 20:44 Jun 13 (2)
    • Elementary Spanish is on DishNet ...also like Hola Amigos videos (not the textbooks!) & Complete Book of Spanish - Mrs Ives 6:58 Jun 14 (0)
    • it's on dish network for sure, don't know about other dish/cable; you wouldn't need Tivo if you can watch at the regular broadcast times (or videotape it) /nft - katilac 6:34 Jun 14 (0)

If my dd does A Beka 5th grade math this year, would she be able to to into Bob Jones... - CindyJ 19:12 Jun 13 (4)

• Well, we didn't finish Abeka 5 by about 60 lessons... - rhondabee 20:04 Jun 13 (0)
• I don't think I would advise doing that. IMO, ABeka & BJU are just too different. nt - ereks mom 19:52 Jun 13 (2)
  • Here's a bit more of the "why"... - ereks mom 11:40 Jun 14 (1)
    • Thank you for your extra comments!!!! (nt) - rhondabee 16:12 Jun 14 (0)

Has Lyrical Life Science been revised or is there only one edition out? Thanks nt - MI Mom 19:10 Jun 13 (0)

Is there a big difference between the older version (1991-2000) of Writing Strands Evaluating Writing and the newer one (2001)...m - MI Mom 19:03 Jun 13 (0)

A REASON FOR SCIENCE.....Can I just use the WB? Do I need the TM?....thanks!!! nt - KEB 18:54 Jun 13 (0)

Math 54 (2d. ed). - Jeannine 18:45 Jun 13 (0)

Memorizing States & Capitals - Anyone use music cd/ workbook kit? (more) - Mel 18:26 Jun 13 (18)

• My kids memorized them to the tune of a familiar song... - Sharon 8:34 Jun 14 (0)
• For just states, I learned 50 Nifty United States in 4th grade & still know all 50 in alphabetical order LOL (nt) - Julie in MN 6:46 Jun 14 (2)
  • Me, three. Comes in handy for trivia games. (nt) - Holly S/NC 7:32 Jun 14 (0)
  • LOL, me too! nt - Amy in OH 6:52 Jun 14 (0)
• Thanks everyone! I'll check out some of these mentioned. :0) nt - Mel 5:23 Jun 14 (0)
• We love Troxel's States and Capitals and Geography Songs!! Also, the free Owl and Mouse software puzzles are fantastic. link inside - Lizzie in Ma 4:40 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thanks! :0) nt - Mel 5:15 Jun 14 (0)
• Not music but my friend uses.... - Cheryl in FL 4:13 Jun 14 (1)
  • Thanks for the site! I bookmarked it. nt - Mel 5:14 Jun 14 (0)
• all we've done are puzzles and occasionally filling in blank map of the US... amazed at how much he already knows... (sm) - LatinaRepublicana 19:02 Jun 13 (2)
  • Neat! Where did you find the order? nt - mom24 20:46 Jun 13 (1)
    • Re: Neat! Where did you find the order? nt - LatinaRepublicana 8:08 Jun 14 (0)
• We have Geography Songs and Yo Sacramento, Geography Songs really worked wonders nt - Chris in CA 18:55 Jun 13 (2)
  • Yo Sacramento - is this a book only? nt - Mel 19:30 Jun 13 (1)
    • Yes, book only nt - Chris in CA 19:44 Jun 13 (0)
• Re: Memorizing States & Capitals - Anyone use music cd/ workbook kit? (more) - Amy 18:51 Jun 13 (0)
• We used Yo Sacramento with great success. (link only inside) - Jilligan 18:33 Jun 13 (0)
• Also to use w/ an 8 yo - nt - Mel 18:27 Jun 13 (0)

If you're trying to teach kids how to write.... - Jill 18:07 Jun 13 (0)

R&S english 7 or 8 - Aliicia 18:04 Jun 13 (3)

• R&S english 7 - NT - MIch elle 13:11 Jun 14 (0)
• Re: R&S english 7 or 8 - Alicia 11:20 Jun 14 (0)
• How old is your dc and what kind of grammar background does your dc have?... - MI Mom 19:13 Jun 13 (0)

The Kingdom Series by Chuck Black-- have any of you read these? (m) - Virginia Heather 17:58 Jun 13 (6)

• Good to know... thank you!! - Virginia Heather 12:22 Jun 14 (0)
• These are awesome books!!! We used them with SOTW II. My kids begged me to keep reading. nt - ChristinaAZUSA 20:04 Jun 13 (0)
• Hey Heather! We are using these for next year as read alouds to SOTW 2 (m) - Kisa in CA 20:03 Jun 13 (3)
  • Where can you purchase these? Thanks! nt - Jacklyn 6:52 Jun 14 (2)
    • www.kingdomseries.com - Virginia Heather 12:21 Jun 14 (1)
      • Thanks again! nt - Jacklyn 14:15 Jun 14 (0)

Which would you prefer: American History or a general overview of World History for a young child's first year of history? (m) - Erica in PA 17:56 Jun 13 (7)

• Thanks everyone. Seems like everyone agrees that American History is the way to go for this year. Should be a lot of fun! (nt) - Erica in PA 14:22 Jun 14 (0)
• If just doing one or the other, I'd vote for... - Donna A. 7:28 Jun 14 (0)
• I agree that teaching them all would be easier-I'd do Amer History...nt - Ann in WA 23:03 Jun 13 (0)
• If it were me (m) - threelops 18:25 Jun 13 (3)
  • Yes, keep them together. nt - SLB 8:41 Jun 14 (0)
  • I would do American History, too.. nt - HootOwl 19:09 Jun 13 (0)
  • I agree. nt - Heather in VA 18:39 Jun 13 (0)

Best Latin Computer program? - KNF-TX 17:45 Jun 13 (3)

• What about using the LC DVDs instead. Latin isn't really geared toward computer learning. nt - Heather in VA 20:23 Jun 13 (0)
• The ONLY computer program I know of ...is... - Tammy 18:32 Jun 13 (1)
  • There's also Rosetta Stone. (I can't provide a review, though.) nt - Cindyg 20:18 Jun 13 (0)

Homeschool Planner software -has anybody used this? - Osmosis Mom 17:44 Jun 13 (1)

• Re: Homeschool Planner software -has anybody used this? - Stevefran 6:10 Jun 15 (0)

Where is the cheapest place to buy Rosetta Stone? Anywhere that has even a small discount or free shipping? Thanks nt - Heather in VA 17:40 Jun 13 (7)

• amazon - $179 (personal edition) with free shipping - also - Janet in MI 4:46 Jun 14 (0)
• Last summer they authorized a $179 price online in curriculum stores...you may wait a month or two and watch for sales...Area127.com ships for free over $100...nt - Tap, tap, tap 20:29 Jun 13 (0)
• They have a strict no-discount policy. Sonlight has free shipping on that size order. nt - Paula H 19:43 Jun 13 (0)
• Do you mind used? - Laurie 18:50 Jun 13 (1)
  • Thanks - I'll check it out! nt - Heather in VA 18:53 Jun 13 (0)
• have you tried your local library? - Lisa 18:24 Jun 13 (1)
  • Actually I haven't but I'm looking to give it as a gift. Thanks nt - Heather in VA 18:26 Jun 13 (0)

SWR users would this work? (m) - ilovemy5kids 17:39 Jun 13 (4)

• Re: SWR users would this work? (m) - captuhura 5:28 Jun 14 (0)
• If you do that... - OhElizabeth 22:06 Jun 13 (0)
• Teaching it won't take time, but learn to teach it will. - Kristine out of lurking 19:39 Jun 13 (0)
• What I do... - KIN 17:51 Jun 13 (0)

What is the current copyright date on R&S 7th grade math? Thanks! nt - Laurie4b 17:30 Jun 13 (1)

• Here's a link to R&S copyright dates .... - Julie 18:46 Jun 13 (0)

Apologia General Science over two years (6th/7th) bad idea?? - Chris in CA 17:18 Jun 13 (3)

• Similar situation here... - Brit 13:32 Jun 14 (0)
• I know this is suggested on Donna Young's (?) site... - rhondabee 19:55 Jun 13 (0)
• Re: Apologia General Science over two years (6th/7th) bad idea?? - MI Mom 19:22 Jun 13 (0)

Has anyone used Istant Immersion Spanish? Pros/Cons (nt) - becca 17:08 Jun 13 (1)

• It didn't work at all with my visual learners, but - Mrs Ives 17:31 Jun 13 (0)

spelling power - leah 16:38 Jun 13 (4)

• Re: spelling power - MI Mom 19:26 Jun 13 (0)
• We use it (m) - threelops 18:29 Jun 13 (1)
  • Re: We use it (m) - leah 15:45 Jun 14 (0)
• I use it........... (m) - April 17:51 Jun 13 (0)

Okay, I've got a serious problem with my 13yod and math!! I need some advice! - Michele in NC 16:03 Jun 13 (16)

• ALEKS moves at student pace.. - LH 18:50 Jun 13 (0)
• If she's capable, I'd do math year round, starting with Lial's basic college math. . . - Pegasus 16:05 Jun 13 (14)
  • Would you recommend this program for... - Greta Lea:) 17:25 Jun 13 (1)
    • It's hard to be sure, but - Claire 6:39 Jun 14 (0)
  • Totally agree. - Claire 16:13 Jun 13 (11)
    • I'll third this suggestion. - Luann in ID 16:22 Jun 13 (0)
    • So, if I started her in BCM this summer.... - Michele in NC 16:19 Jun 13 (9)
      • My dd did BCM in 3 semesters at that age. One year and two summers should get her through it, I'd think. nt - Jean in Wisc. 16:45 Jun 13 (0)
      • I think it's possible.... - Kathy in NC 16:28 Jun 13 (5)
        • Did she do it on her own, or did you do it with her?? - Michele in NC 16:32 Jun 13 (4)
          • A little of both... - Kathy in NC 16:43 Jun 13 (3)
            • Thanks, Kathy. Where would I find the CD? nt - Michele in NC 17:02 Jun 13 (2)
              • Re: Thanks, Kathy. Where would I find the CD? nt - Kathy in NC 17:40 Jun 13 (1)
                • Re: Thanks, Kathy. Where would I find the CD? nt - Michele in NC 18:52 Jun 13 (0)
      • Yes, that's right and . . . - Luann in ID 16:26 Jun 13 (1)
        • Yes, it does help... - Michele in NC 16:29 Jun 13 (0)

Would everyone please stop posting new books, cirriculum, and ideas? I keep deciding what I'm doing then... - KIN 15:50 Jun 13 (8)

• devil's advocate...check it out of the library! (n) - Michelle in WI 5:07 Jun 14 (0)
• Nah. Don't get it. It takes too much of mom's time to - mom2abcd 20:53 Jun 13 (1)
  • Thanks, I did rethink this one after seeing the reviews about the pictures! nt - KIN 2:33 Jun 14 (0)
• I have this one, too. It is really a great book. (m) - Michelle in WI 17:14 Jun 13 (2)
  • Well, since I now have a free Amazon Prime trial, I'm going to just have to order it! :) nt - KIN 17:23 Jun 13 (1)
    • You go girl! - Michelle in WI 17:30 Jun 13 (0)
• Well, you would think I could spell curriculum since this is the curriculum board. :) nt - KIN 16:40 Jun 13 (0)
• If it's any help, I bought the book last year and didn't use it once. Ahhh, the grass is always greener.... nt - Nancy in MA 16:03 Jun 13 (0)

Runkle's Geography? - Luann in ID 15:23 Jun 13 (3)

• It's a great program, and yes, it does cover a lot of science - Claire 16:14 Jun 13 (2)
  • Does this mean they do or don't learn the countries? Thanks! nt - Luann in ID 16:27 Jun 13 (1)
    • Re: Does this mean they do or don't learn the countries? Thanks! nt - Nissi 3:52 Jun 14 (0)

Help! Too many choices! Have no idea anymore what to do! - Michelle in WI 15:17 Jun 13 (10)

• I'm a lot like you and looking Soooo forward to using MFW... - mom2abcd 20:58 Jun 13 (0)
• I wrote my solution to the curriculum search in my blog . I will post the link inside. - Susan in MO 19:56 Jun 13 (2)
  • I just read your blog entry about this... - Sue Scott Wellons 13:37 Jun 14 (1)
    • I went with Bob Jones with some exceptions (m) - Susan in MO 21:49 Jun 14 (0)
• I am still really new at this, but... - rhondabee 19:46 Jun 13 (0)
• The biggest downside for us - Julie in MN 18:10 Jun 13 (0)
• I hear you, pulling everything together is tedious... - KIN 15:25 Jun 13 (3)
  • Same here. Enery year I think maybe I'll just buy everything done for me...(m) - Lisa CA 17:10 Jun 13 (1)
    • Re: Same here. Enery year I think maybe I'll just buy everything done for me...(m) - Michelle in WI 17:21 Jun 13 (0)
  • Yes! This is what I really want.... - Michelle in WI 17:07 Jun 13 (0)

Art Appreciation Curriculum for Kindergartener? (m) - Becky in IA 15:15 Jun 13 (6)

• Looking at Pictures - Laura in China 5:35 Jun 14 (0)
• Another idea - Closeacademy 17:05 Jun 13 (0)
• I'd tie it in with history and - Kristine out of lurking 15:24 Jun 13 (3)
  • artistic persuits K-3, the first book is very fun and ties in with SOTW 1 also. nt - melissa in the desert 16:00 Jun 13 (1)
    • oops, I meant to mention that it combines appreciation, what artists do, exploring different media, and ancient art history in book one. Book 2 starts exporing individual artists in the same manner. nt - melissa in the desert 16:02 Jun 13 (0)
  • Thanks Kristine! That Looks Perfect! (nm) - Becky in IA 15:57 Jun 13 (0)

Saxon Math 54 - Jeannine Cressman 14:38 Jun 13 (1)

• Are you looking to buy it new or used ? sm - Vanna 20:38 Jun 13 (0)

singapore science anyone using the pals series? - lori in tx 14:34 Jun 13 (0)

Lapbooks - Anyone have experience with Hands of a Child or others? (m) - Riley 14:31 Jun 13 (2)

• Yes, I have seen their units up close. (m) - Kate CA 16:30 Jun 14 (0)
• So funny, I was just considering ordering something from Tobins Lab (m) - Bryan (a mom) 17:11 Jun 13 (0)

RightStart Vs. MUS--Why would you pick one of these over the other?nt - Seeking His Will 14:27 Jun 13 (5)

• We just jumped the MUS ship! - Maria in Nashville 14:53 Jun 13 (2)
  • OK, give me some more opinions if you will, please! nt - Seeking His Will 18:11 Jun 13 (1)
    • Rightstart is Fun!! - Closeacademy 4:10 Jun 14 (0)
• I have used both..... - Tammy 14:36 Jun 13 (1)
  • Actually, Tammy, you helped quite a lot!!! Thanks so much! - Seeking His Will 14:48 Jun 13 (0)

Rod & Staff Grammar: Do I need teacher's manuals? - my4cowboys 14:26 Jun 13 (5)

• I agree that the TM is helpful, especially for the review questions. nt - Laura in CT 4:42 Jun 14 (0)
• Yes to the TM, no to tests and worksheets. nt - Ellie 19:20 Jun 13 (0)
• I think it depends, but for me - mom2three 15:44 Jun 13 (0)
• Love the teacher manual - Sue in WA 15:38 Jun 13 (0)
• For 3rd grade, I used only the student text... - nutmeg 14:44 Jun 13 (0)

I'm reading a very good book about teaching reading comprehension... - Wendi 14:16 Jun 13 (0)

History - Jo 13:59 Jun 13 (0)

Anyone know the # or how to order a free trial of Rosetta Stone Software? thank you nm - Emily in IL 13:38 Jun 13 (2)

• aceministries.com sent me my free copy :0) nt - Mel 20:53 Jun 13 (0)
• I think you can get one from Rainbow Resource, or try Rosetta Stone's web site. (nt) - my4cowboys 15:56 Jun 13 (0)

Social Studies - Alicia 13:33 Jun 13 (1)

• McGraw Hill Spectrum has out test prep books, I believe. There are some others available, as well. There books specific to s.s. and science. nt - Regena in KY 18:12 Jun 13 (0)

Copywork and SWR sm - KIN 13:31 Jun 13 (5)

• Before we bought SWR - Dana 14:15 Jun 13 (2)
  • I like the idea of giving it to him in manuscript... - KIN 14:21 Jun 13 (1)
    • Re: I like the idea of giving it to him in manuscript... - Dana 11:30 Jun 14 (0)
• I think it's just the age... - OhElizabeth 13:57 Jun 13 (1)
  • Could you just box up everything you did last year and send it this way? :) sm - KIN 14:18 Jun 13 (0)

History - Alicia 13:31 Jun 13 (1)

• Re: History - Aicia 14:08 Jun 13 (0)

Betsy in OH, I am trying to contact you over on the for sale board. I can not email you.... - MI Mom 13:20 Jun 13 (2)

• Betsy in OH, I am trying to contact you over on the for sale board. I can not email you.... - MI Mom 13:21 Jun 13 (1)
  • Oooohhh Opps! I was trying to put this on the general board too. nt - MI Mom 13:23 Jun 13 (0)

Rod & Staff samples? - Sarah CB 12:44 Jun 13 (2)

• Here you go... - Heather in VA 12:50 Jun 13 (1)
  • Thank you! nt - Sarah CB 13:07 Jun 13 (0)

SWR users - what do you consider "required" and what other products do you find useful (more) - Heather in VA 12:40 Jun 13 (10)

• Thanks guys - one more question - do you used the advanced Phonogram cards too or just the original set. thanks. nt - Heather in VA 13:55 Jun 13 (5)
  • Is there an advanced set for SWR? I have an advanced set for WRTR, but I think SWR comes with them altogether. nt - OhElizabeth 13:58 Jun 13 (4)
    • No, they are separate...I forgot I'll need these this year! nt - Pensguys 15:15 Jun 13 (2)
      • When do you start these? nt - Heather in VA 15:19 Jun 13 (1)
        • List P. nt - Pensguys 15:31 Jun 13 (0)
    • I saw them on the Morning Star Learning site. (link inside)... - Heather in VA 14:31 Jun 13 (0)
• My list would be: - Kristine out of lurking 13:41 Jun 13 (0)
• Required: SWR (for mom), WISE Guide, m - Pensguys 12:45 Jun 13 (2)
  • Don't forget the phonograms and spelling rules cards too. nt - WendyWords 13:06 Jun 13 (1)
    • Oh yes! Definitely! nt - Pensguys 13:11 Jun 13 (0)

Physical activities & games (m) - Bryan (a mom) 12:03 Jun 13 (2)

• Do you have a teacher-supply store in your area?... - rhondabee 14:04 Jun 13 (1)
  • alternatively, search for "greg & steve" on amazon... - rhondabee 14:12 Jun 13 (0)

EBAY... Warning to homeschoolers who list... - Sharon in NY 11:56 Jun 13 (15)

• Thanks everyone for your input... especially Dana's idea... (nt) - Sharon in NY 16:02 Jun 13 (0)
• Contact ebay and complain about the policy. THat is the only way things get changed. - Lisa CA 14:55 Jun 13 (0)
• I agree just relist it as a complete set or parent guide and they'll never notice. I don't see what the big deal is...nt - Maria in Nashville 14:43 Jun 13 (3)
  • Re: I agree just relist it as a complete set or parent guide and they'll never notice. I don't see what the big deal is...nt - Lorie 7:52 Jun 14 (0)
  • Actually it is noticed. Sellers have had all sorts of listings pulled....more - Tricia 16:43 Jun 13 (1)
    • Thanks for that Lisa... It is a pain when you just want to sell your stuff to help pay for next year material!! But at least I'm smiling now... nt - Sharon in NY 17:17 Jun 13 (0)
• Re: EBAY... Warning to homeschoolers who list... - Dana 13:38 Jun 13 (2)
  • There is a yahoo group already very active working on this (more)... - Tricia 16:23 Jun 13 (0)
  • Great idea! - Laurie 14:44 Jun 13 (0)
• List it as PARENT's GUIDE or just show a pic - Cindy in WA 12:56 Jun 13 (1)
  • Re: List it as PARENT's GUIDE or just show a pic - Lorie 7:53 Jun 14 (0)
• Good points. They don't seem to be aware of homeschooling families... - mom2abcd 12:41 Jun 13 (0)
• This policy is a few months old - Christi/NC 12:41 Jun 13 (0)
• Yes, you are right... & forgive me... I should have posted on the general board only! Yikes... NT - Sharon in NY 12:05 Jun 13 (0)
• Yes, we talked about this when they first cahnged their policy. It is unfortunate, but it is their company and they can run it as they see fit. NT - Becki in IN 12:03 Jun 13 (0)

Has anyone used the dvd that is like and SWR seminar? Does it explain the logs? Does it really help? I am looking for something to explain it to me because I am having a heck of a time getting the hang of it.nt - MelissaJ 11:54 Jun 13 (5)

• What seems to be the problem? (m) - WendyWords 13:07 Jun 13 (4)
  • Re: What seems to be the problem? (m) - melissaJ 14:06 Jun 13 (3)
    • Re: What seems to be the problem? (m) - WendyWords 14:55 Jun 13 (2)
      • Re: What seems to be the problem? (m) - MelissaJ 15:46 Jun 13 (1)
        • Oh, you're just starting (m) - WendyWords 18:04 Jun 13 (0)

MUS student workbooks for (2) children...(m) - cmn-CA 11:39 Jun 13 (1)

• OK, I'll take a stab at it... - Jacklyn 7:08 Jun 14 (0)

Is anyone studing government with their 6/7th graders?... - MI Mom 11:25 Jun 13 (5)

• Thanks for the ideas! nt - MI Mom 18:53 Jun 13 (0)
• we found a terrific set of videos at our library. m - melissa in the desert 16:07 Jun 13 (0)
• My ds read through " The Story of the Constitution" by Bloom and Johnson from Christian Liberty Press - Nissi 13:27 Jun 13 (0)
• I like to use "Our Living Constitution" with that age group. - Luann in ID 12:06 Jun 13 (0)
• Yes, my 5th and 7th graders - Laura R (FL) 11:42 Jun 13 (0)

What is the copyright date on the latest Writing Strands: Evaluating Writing? Thanks nt - MI Mom 11:22 Jun 13 (2)

• I just bought this new from the company and the copyright is 2001. nt - Heather in VA 15:02 Jun 13 (1)
  • That helps. Thanks! - MI Mom 18:55 Jun 13 (0)

Rosetta Stone Spanish....which one do I purchase... - mom4sons 11:19 Jun 13 (3)

• Re: Rosetta Stone Spanish....which one do I purchase... - Jeannine 12:24 Jun 13 (2)
  • Re: Rosetta Stone Spanish....which one do I purchase... - mom4sons 12:29 Jun 13 (1)
    • if you are using it for more than one student (or using it yourself as well) the homeschool addtion has a nice tracking/grading feature. Otherwise they are the same. nt - melissa in the desert 16:10 Jun 13 (0)

revised editions of WTM + other material - Lisa 11:15 Jun 13 (3)

• The SOTW Activity Book gives page references for old Usborne, new Usborne, new and old Kingfisher. m - Pam in MA 12:42 Jun 13 (0)
• Whether it's a problem varies with the product... - Heather in VA 11:18 Jun 13 (1)
  • thank you so much! - Lisa 18:19 Jun 13 (0)

Anyone use Rocket French? - Carol 10:52 Jun 13 (0)

Frogpond, a question about CW... - rhondabee 10:51 Jun 13 (2)

• There is a Harvey's tutorial you can go through... - frogpond1 13:10 Jun 13 (1)
  • TY so much!!! ....huge sigh of relief.... ;)! nt - rhondabee 14:19 Jun 13 (0)

"unofficial" WTM board abbreviations available - Debbie in Plano 10:27 Jun 13 (3)

• Okay, maybe you would also like to know where it is ;-) ... link inside - Debbie in Plano 10:29 Jun 13 (2)
  • I bookmarked this! Very helpful... (nt) - Laura in OH 12:05 Jun 13 (0)
  • TY! nt - rhondabee 10:42 Jun 13 (0)

Is Developmental Math a complete math program?? - Michele in NC 10:25 Jun 13 (2)

• Define 'complete' ;) - Kash 10:54 Jun 13 (1)
  • Okay, thanks...you answered my question! :) nt - Michele in NC 12:25 Jun 13 (0)

Can anyone compare Wonders of Creation (Master Books) with Apologia's Elementary science books? (nt) - AK 10:17 Jun 13 (0)

Can anyone compare Wonders of Creation (Master Books) with Apologia's Elementary science books? (nt) - AK 10:17 Jun 13 (1)

• Very different... - GVA 11:40 Jun 13 (0)

What is the difference between the second and the third edition of Latina Christiana? Thanks nt - MI Mom 9:59 Jun 13 (3)

• TM in later one doesn't have the copy of the SM in it and - MIch elle 10:16 Jun 13 (2)
  • Are you saying that the 3rd edition has a copy of the SM in it and... - MI Mom 10:57 Jun 13 (1)
    • Yes, look at the sample pages on memoriapress.com - MIch elle 11:24 Jun 13 (0)

At what grade did/will you go from reading and generally discussing books to formally studying literature? nt - Tap, tap, tap 9:47 Jun 13 (8)

• We talk during read alouds about things like: plot, similes, metaphors - frogpond1 13:14 Jun 13 (0)
• We do it very informally before but formally starting and making a point of it in a systematic way next year (6th grade). nt - Heather in VA 10:51 Jun 13 (0)
• It happened naturally for us, around 5th or 6th grades (sm) - KPzz 10:40 Jun 13 (1)
  • This is how I hope to keep doing it... - Jill, OK in VA 11:32 Jun 13 (0)
• You can start when they are in kindergarten (m) - WendyWords 10:34 Jun 13 (0)
• beginning in 7th grade nt. - Melissa B 10:13 Jun 13 (0)
• Hmmmm.... - Elizabeth 9:54 Jun 13 (1)
  • I guess by formal I mean studying the genre, author, tone, parallels....nt - Tap, tap, tap 10:07 Jun 13 (0)

Timeline question - advice, please. (M) - JC in ON 8:49 Jun 13 (10)

• Thanks. I think I'll be able to figure this out now. Where can I find Paula's website/archives? nt - Jc in ON 21:59 Jun 14 (1)
  • Paula's Archives: http://www.redshift.com/~bonajo/ - Lori D. 9:12 Jun 15 (0)
• I'm really excited about the timeline I picked up last month. (m) - Bryan (a mom) 11:56 Jun 13 (0)
• Different scale for different years - KPzz 10:44 Jun 13 (0)
• I really like one of the idea's on Paula's website... - rhondabee 10:13 Jun 13 (0)
• Paula's Archives and History through the Ages have loads of timeline helps - including spacing suggestions (and stevefran's link is to a timeline book I hadn't seen before - nice!) nt - BMC 9:58 Jun 13 (0)
• Re: Timeline question - advice, please. (M) - stevefran 9:02 Jun 13 (3)
  • LOVE THIS! Just ordered one-- thanks! :-) nt - Kelli in CT 14:19 Jun 13 (0)
  • How many pages are in that book? TIA. nt - Bryan (a mom) 12:16 Jun 13 (1)
    • Re: How many pages are in that book? TIA. nt - Stevefran 12:47 Jun 13 (0)

OPGTR vs. Phonics Pathways - Stephanie 8:39 Jun 13 (8)

• We prefer OPGTTR here... - angela&boys 10:59 Jun 13 (1)
  • Also, I was able to check Phonics Pathways out of the library before I bought it. nt - threelops 14:14 Jun 13 (0)
• Re: OPGTR vs. Phonics Pathways - Stephanie 10:15 Jun 13 (0)
• I have used PP, OPGTR & Teaching Your Child To Read in 100 Easy Lessons. m - Tamara 9:27 Jun 13 (0)
• I prefer PP (m) - threelops 9:13 Jun 13 (0)
• PP + ETC is my choice. :-) nt - RhondaM. 9:07 Jun 13 (1)
  • Ours too :) nt - nutmeg 14:49 Jun 13 (0)
• I have both and prefer OPGtR... - PattyNJ 8:59 Jun 13 (0)

Developmental Math? Does this integrate well as a supplement to MUS or is it going to be too much? - NOLAdy 8:05 Jun 13 (1)

• It was too much for us . . . . - Sheila in OK 9:56 Jun 13 (0)

My History desire: something like Truthquest, but..... - Julie in CA 8:04 Jun 13 (4)

• Mystery of History (link inside) - WendyWords 10:31 Jun 13 (1)
  • I second MOH nt - saved1112 16:23 Jun 14 (0)
• Re: Maybe something like Sonlight. It's got the commentary for the instructor, discussion questions, dates, and it does relate events together. There book selections are very good at showing two sides to every story. nt - Mom2-3 9:19 Jun 13 (0)
• The best I've found so far is SOTW. - Kristine out of lurking 8:26 Jun 13 (0)

Back to Homeschooling - Stevefran 8:02 Jun 13 (9)

• Free.. - saved1112 16:20 Jun 14 (0)
• Love Homeschool Tracker!!!! nt - MarinesWife 13:19 Jun 13 (0)
• We've been happy with Homeschool Tracker. They have good support and helpful website. nt - Pam in MA 8:15 Jun 13 (6)
  • Re: We've been happy with Homeschool Tracker. They have good support and helpful website. nt - Stevefran 8:28 Jun 13 (5)
    • Some answers (m) - Bryan (a mom) 9:45 Jun 13 (3)
      • I have a question....m - Pensguys 10:53 Jun 13 (2)
        • Re: I have a question....m - Des 15:04 Jun 13 (1)
          • Thanks...now, if there was only an "Undo" button! sigh nt - Pensguys 15:16 Jun 13 (0)
    • You can use it until your children graduate...(m) - mom2three 9:42 Jun 13 (0)

Could someone tell me about the Saxon Math DIVE cd's?(m) - Julia in WV 7:40 Jun 13 (1)

• They are not on the Saxon website. - RhondaM. 9:09 Jun 13 (0)

Memory Work...I have never done this before...what should I use for 4th graders and advanced Kindergartener...(more). - Sheryl in NJ 7:30 Jun 13 (2)

• Have you looked in the WTM? They give memory work suggestions for each time period of history. nt - OhElizabeth 10:24 Jun 13 (0)
• We've used some of the stuff in "Harp & Laurel Wreath" for memory and copywork. nt - Maria in Nashville 7:33 Jun 13 (0)

Please compare winter's promise history to Singapore or Veritas - Ruth 7:30 Jun 13 (2)

• in a nutshell...m - Ann in WA 9:28 Jun 13 (0)
• Opps! I meant Sonlight not Singapore(nt) - ruth 7:31 Jun 13 (0)

Where can I see samples of Henle's Latin? I would like to see the student book, grammar book and teachers book. nt - MI Mom 7:21 Jun 13 (3)

• Seton gives some nice images of the table of contents, but - LH 7:45 Jun 13 (1)
  • Re: Seton gives some nice images of the table of contents, but - MI Mom 11:12 Jun 13 (0)
• www.setonhome.org nt. - Susan in SoCal 7:25 Jun 13 (0)

Am I expecting too much from memory songs? (more) - Socal Sandra 7:03 Jun 13 (11)

• Boy, do I have a website for you! Sing 'N Learn....(link inside) - Julie in AK 23:16 Jun 13 (0)
• I never tried musical notebooks, but my children really enjoyed...m - melissa in the desert 18:05 Jun 13 (0)
• My favorite memory songs CD is Geography Songs. My sister and I can't quit singing the songs! nt - Heidi in OR 13:09 Jun 13 (0)
• Well, I'm a music teacher by trade and very picky. - Becki in IN 12:13 Jun 13 (0)
• I see now that the name of the CD is "Musical Notebooks" not "Musical Notebook." I bought mine at... - Socal Sandra 11:32 Jun 13 (0)
• I did find a good one for Bible chapters, but otherwise, you're right that most are poor quality (m) - Sherrill in VA 10:31 Jun 13 (0)
• I was disappointed with our Musical Notebook CD.... - Elizabeth 9:55 Jun 13 (0)
• Re: I'd be interested in where to find the Musical Notebook CD, too... thanks (nt) - Christa 8:51 Jun 13 (0)
• Musical Notebook is cream of the crop... - Laura in CT 8:06 Jun 13 (0)
• Re: Am I expecting too much from memory songs? (more) - Amy 8:05 Jun 13 (0)
• I have to agree.... - Maria in Nashville 7:30 Jun 13 (0)

Biology supplies, slides and cultures, where to buy? - Arenee 7:01 Jun 13 (3)

• Thanks for suggestions! nt - Arenee 4:08 Jun 14 (0)
• Mealworms...pet store, Microbes...Nebraska Scientific or NASCO online nt - Laura R (FL) 11:43 Jun 13 (0)
• Home Science Tools. nt - Regena in KY 7:17 Jun 13 (0)

What all to buy for Singapore? - Capitola Mom 6:44 Jun 13 (8)

• Re: What all to buy for Singapore? - Arenee 7:19 Jun 13 (2)
  • Re: What all to buy for Singapore? - Kat 8:09 Jun 13 (1)
    • Well, I'm embarrassed. I guess I never looked. - Arenee 15:12 Jun 13 (0)
• Here's my list of your options - Julie in MN 7:12 Jun 13 (0)
• Thanks a bunch! nt - Capitola Mom 7:10 Jun 13 (0)
• Don't buy the teacher's guide...it is geared toward a classroom, answers are also in the Home Instructor's Guide. nt - Angela in KCMO 7:05 Jun 13 (0)
• I got the answer keys for 4-6 - not any of the teacher guides. Liked 3 ed because of it's emphasis on metrics. (sm) - Nick's Mama (Zack's Mama Too!) Finally answering YOUR ?'s 7:05 Jun 13 (0)
• Just starting SM 4A... - Nick's Mama (Zack's Mama Too!) 7:02 Jun 13 (0)

I don't know how to search the boards so please forgive me if this question is here. (m) - kw 6:37 Jun 13 (2)

• Have you been to this site? - nutmeg 7:44 Jun 13 (0)
• I don't have the answer to your question but to search is CTRL-F keys. (nt) - Peggy in Va 7:11 Jun 13 (0)

Has anyone used Classical Composition? What are the pros and cons to the program/ (m) - becky 5:49 Jun 13 (4)

• I wouldn't use this CC before age 10 or 11. It is much more advanced than CW-Aesop level. nt - S 11:05 Jun 13 (0)
• I also have an eight year old and have decided to save CC for next year... - Melissa B 9:36 Jun 13 (0)
• There is a post a little ways down the board....about this.....NT - Tammy 5:52 Jun 13 (1)
  • Wait a minute...I think that post down below is about Classical Conversations....and you are asking about Classical Composition...sorry! NT - Tammy (who hasn't woke up yet, LOL) 5:56 Jun 13 (0)

Lial's basic college math-questions about the book itself... - Catherine 5:42 Jun 13 (3)

• It depends on the edition... - Jann in TX 8:38 Jun 13 (0)
• For the exercises, the odd answers(and solutions) are given. For the Chapter Review/Tests, all answers(not solutions) are given. nm - LisaNY 5:49 Jun 13 (1)
  • Thanks! These are in the textbook, right? nt - Catherine 7:45 Jun 13 (0)

Singapore Math- How do you structure a lesson? - Terri in NS 4:32 Jun 13 (8)

• I read ... - Nan in Mass 7:13 Jun 13 (1)
  • We are on day 3 of using Singapore 3B - Mary in WA State 10:59 Jun 14 (0)
• concrete -->pictorial --->abstract - CED 5:04 Jun 13 (3)
  • Are you using the teachers manuals from Sonlight? (nm) - Terri in NS 5:25 Jun 13 (2)
    • The Home Instructor's Guides provide you with lots of ideas (m) - LisaNY 5:53 Jun 13 (0)
    • No. I'm not using any TM. (nt) - CED 5:33 Jun 13 (0)
• Here's what we do... - Lana in TX 4:41 Jun 13 (1)
  • Re: Here's what we do... - Terri in NS 4:53 Jun 13 (0)

Thanks, Ria, on Interactive Science question....i-Science for lower grades? m - AnneD 3:39 Jun 13 (1)

• I haven't seen the i-Science, sorry! nt - Ria 4:38 Jun 13 (0)

Thanks, Ria, on Interactive Science question....i-Science for lower grades? m - AnneD 3:39 Jun 13 (0)

Could I get any feedback on Rod and Staff curriculum?... - Just Me 2:30 Jun 13 (7)

• Re: Could I get any feedback on Rod and Staff curriculum?... - J in Japan 6:57 Jun 13 (0)
• I like it for some subjects: Englsih, spelling, math, elementary science (especially the God's World series)... - Ellie 6:46 Jun 13 (0)
• Yes, it's a very good program all-around... - GVA 5:39 Jun 13 (0)
• We have enjoyed R&S Grammar and will continue. I'm going to add in their reading program for bible. I do like t he teacher's manuals. nt - katie4 5:23 Jun 13 (0)
• Yes, but it depends on the subjects - MIch elle 5:21 Jun 13 (0)
• That should read *DO* you think it is a good choice? (from inside post) nt - Just Me 2:31 Jun 13 (1)
  • Re: That should read *DO* you think it is a good choice? (from inside post) nt - ame e. 5:22 Jun 13 (0)

Balancing Memory Work... - Magic Wand 0:02 Jun 13 (8)

• Ours takes up about 20-30 minutes a day now..... - WTMindy 8:13 Jun 13 (2)
  • Do you mean?... - Magic Wand 23:29 Jun 13 (1)
    • Not exactly.... - WTMindy 10:57 Jun 15 (0)
• Re: Balancing Memory Work... - Dawn 4:12 Jun 13 (4)
  • Okay, so... - Magic Wand 8:03 Jun 13 (3)
    • We do this too... - Dawn 9:56 Jun 13 (0)
    • Or....you can have a recitation time....m - Pensguys 8:22 Jun 13 (1)
      • Thanks, were you talking about... - Magic Wand 23:43 Jun 13 (0)

Debbie - about my post regarding Write Source....................... - Christy in CO 21:08 Jun 12 (2)

• Thanks Debbie. nt - Christy in Co 17:53 Jun 14 (0)
• Write Source, not sure if I'm the right Debbie....... - Debbie 10:53 Jun 14 (0)

Math-U-See (Delta) - Jeannine 20:50 Jun 12 (0)

KONOS Curriculum Vol. 1 - 111 - Jeannine 20:48 Jun 12 (0)

Saxon Math 5/4 - Jeannine 20:46 Jun 12 (0)

Sister thinking of homeschooling - what would you suggest she start out with for basics (this is for preschool) nt - Mel 20:28 Jun 12 (14)

• Thanks for all the GREAT ideas - I'll print all this out for her. Thanks so much - Oh, how I miss those preschool years!! :0) nt - Mel 9:35 Jun 13 (0)
• check out Brighter Vision. Link enclosed (m) - Yvette S. 8:14 Jun 13 (0)
• I love to recommend this book for preschoolers! - KPzz 7:54 Jun 13 (0)
• Re: Sister thinking of homeschooling - what would you suggest she start out with for basics (this is for preschool) nt - Dawne 7:38 Jun 13 (0)
• For my upcoming preschooler, I'm going to be combining My Father's World Preschool set which... - Donna A. 7:25 Jun 13 (0)
• My Father's World has a nice set of preschool stuff (m) - 2lilreds in NC 6:17 Jun 13 (0)
• We really liked Soyke's Early Education At Home (m) - Sherrill in VA 5:35 Jun 13 (0)
• I used preschool as a "can I really do this?" and used a free online source... - momofkhm 4:32 Jun 13 (0)
• We love the Rod and Staff workbooks and www.enchntedlearning.com nt - Lizzie in Ma 4:10 Jun 13 (1)
  • I second the Rod & Staff Preschool workbooks. They are wonderful! I would also suggest Sonlight's Pre-K program for lots of good books to read. nt - HootOwl 7:39 Jun 13 (0)
• Our preschool - Closeacademy 3:59 Jun 13 (0)
• here is a variety of things i've done not necessarily with every child.... - lottie j. 3:29 Jun 13 (0)
• We did activities from the book Alphabet Art and read aloud a lot. (m) - OhElizabeth 23:33 Jun 12 (0)
• We didn't "do" preschool, but here's what my kids did in those preschool years... - Sue Scott Wellons 21:45 Jun 12 (0)

Has anyone heard of the 6 Trait Writing Assessment mentioned by IEW? Thanks. nt - DianeL 19:54 Jun 12 (1)

• NEVER MIND, I found it. nt - DianeL 20:20 Jun 12 (0)

I would like to hear how you moved from copywork to dictation. Did you - rsmofga 19:51 Jun 12 (8)

• We started with shorter and more simple sentences for dictation... - KC 5:36 Jun 13 (0)
• Here's what SWB said this weekend in her "Writing Without Fear" seminar...plus link - PameLA in VA 20:26 Jun 12 (3)
  • Sorry, I missed the link? (and I'd LOVE to see it!) nt - Mom to 3 island boys 23:32 Jun 12 (2)
    • Trying again on the link. - PameLA in VA 6:36 Jun 13 (1)
      • OK, so the Link box is not working. I've pasted it in the message space. - PameLA in VA 6:37 Jun 13 (0)
• this is how i gradually moved from copywork to dictation: - LatinaRepublicana 20:13 Jun 12 (2)
  • forgot to mention: - LatinaRepublicana 20:19 Jun 12 (1)
    • This is great... - SLB 7:55 Jun 13 (0)

Considering Classical Conversations next year with 1st grade dd. Any experiences you could share, good or otherwise? tia nt - Chris in VA 19:35 Jun 12 (10)

• We are starting this next year too, love the material, but we will be doing it at home (no group is close)nt - Susie in Texas 8:03 Jun 13 (0)
• Biased as I am... - GVA 5:45 Jun 13 (0)
• I'm using it. . . - LisaL 4:58 Jun 13 (3)
  • Re: I'm using it. . . - Amy 5:52 Jun 13 (2)
    • Re: I'm using it. . . - LisaL 9:18 Jun 13 (1)
      • Thank you, Lisa! That was helpful! nt - Amy 9:25 Jun 13 (0)
• Re: Considering Classical Conversations next year with 1st grade dd. Any experiences you could share, good or otherwise? tia nt - I'm using it . . . 4:57 Jun 13 (1)
  • Oops! Sorry about the double post (nt) - LisaL 5:00 Jun 13 (0)
• Re: Considering Classical Conversations next year with 1st grade dd. Any experiences you could share, good or otherwise? tia nt - Amy 20:06 Jun 12 (0)
• This fall will be our first time....m - Pensguys 19:48 Jun 12 (0)

WTMindy . . .questions about your CD for memory - Jeri 19:12 Jun 12 (8)

• Thanks . . . not sure if I get *all* of that--you sound like a technonerd to me!--but I'm printing to study adn will fiddle around with this computer thing. nt - Jeri 4:25 Jun 13 (1)
  • LOL I think WTMindy is braver than the rest of us... - mom2abcd 13:22 Jun 13 (0)
• If *I* can do it, anyone can :-)... - WTMindy 19:32 Jun 12 (5)
  • I don't know how to record my voice, but I was thinking of doing something similar using our video camera (pointing the lense at the floor), and letting the kids replay it on one of our portable dvd players. nt - Dawn 4:17 Jun 13 (2)
    • You can download a free program to record, but.... - WTMindy 8:17 Jun 13 (1)
      • I found it on my computer!! Thanks so much!! Now I have to get a microphone. You have really helped me out by mentioning this-- THANKS!!nt - Dawn 5:22 Jun 14 (0)
  • How do you rip? LOL - mom2abcd 20:44 Jun 12 (1)
    • My computer came with Nero.... - WTMindy 8:15 Jun 13 (0)

Does anyone know of a science curriculum that includes weather, clouds, etc.? TIA nt - Tamara 19:12 Jun 12 (10)

• Gods Design for Heaven & Earth (Earth,Astronomy, Weather) -nt - Kathie in VA 4:15 Jun 13 (0)
• Bob Jones Level 5 does... (nt) - Mom to 3 island boys 23:29 Jun 12 (0)
• I got the MWS just a couple of weeks ago... - J in Japan 22:16 Jun 12 (0)
• Christian or not? for what ages? nt - Ellie 21:40 Jun 12 (2)
  • Christian - for ages 9, 7 & 6. Thanks (nt) - Tamara 9:20 Jun 13 (1)
    • Considering God's Creation... - Ellie 6:41 Jun 14 (0)
• We chose MWS over Noeo because the weather unit was more extensive. m - profmom 19:38 Jun 12 (0)
• My World Science has this in their study. (nt) - Diane in Phoenix 19:27 Jun 12 (0)
• Noeo Bio year 1 starts with a study of the weather using DK's Weather book, which is very good. nt - CHris in VA 19:20 Jun 12 (1)
  • It does look very good. We're just about to start the weather unit. Comes with experiments, too. nt - Breann in WA 10:48 Jun 13 (0)

Is Right Start math easy to use? I used Calvert K math last year... - lisa 18:41 Jun 12 (2)

• I'm using it with 2 kids, and find it easy. Twenty minutes of my time per child, which I don't find excessive at the ages of 8. They need mom-time at this age, although they are in 2 different levels. (nt) - Diane in Phoenix 19:28 Jun 12 (0)
• Honestly, I find it "easy" to use with one child, but - Jeri 19:09 Jun 12 (0)

Does anyone have a website for selling teaching materials (as in public/private school)? nt - samba 17:44 Jun 12 (0)

Can anyone comment on Memoria Press' "Book of Roots"? I was thinking of using this... - amber in GA 17:38 Jun 12 (1)

• It looks excellent. We too did LC1 this year and I am going to use it as a review - Nanci in WA 13:58 Jun 13 (0)

Latin for children - What do I need? - Ruth 17:37 Jun 12 (1)

• Each lesson has about 2 pages of work (more) - Diane in Phoenix 19:31 Jun 12 (0)

Can anyone comment on "Art History Curriculum" by Catherine Kinslow? - Nanci in WA 17:15 Jun 12 (0)

Am I the only one - Mel in Ga. 17:10 Jun 12 (11)

• Re: Am I the only one - Deece in MN 4:38 Jun 13 (3)
  • Ya know, when we've come to lesson like this (m) - Yvette S. 8:20 Jun 13 (1)
    • yes! I feel like I'm learning math all over again with ds! nm - Mel in Ga. 11:23 Jun 13 (0)
  • Thanks for that perspective ;) - Mel in Ga. 6:52 Jun 13 (0)
• Yes - me too! When we hit those things I read them through and if I think the old way is easier - that's what I teach. It's not happened often, but it can. nt - Christy in CO 20:59 Jun 12 (0)
• I hear ya! nt - SLB 19:30 Jun 12 (0)
• Uh oh, now I'm nervous... - Donna T. 18:15 Jun 12 (4)
  • When dd first learned upside down multiplication, I was scratching my head as well, - Becki in IN 4:30 Jun 13 (1)
    • OK, I knew that! I never heard of it called that though. nt - Donna T. 4:37 Jun 13 (0)
  • I can't really explain it very good but, - Mel in Ga. 20:38 Jun 12 (0)
  • I've got to know too! nt - CED 19:24 Jun 12 (0)

For those using MUS... - Donna T. 16:57 Jun 12 (14)

• I agree with the general impressions that everyone else has stated. However, (m) - Yvette S. 8:30 Jun 13 (2)
  • Yes, .... - Donna T. 8:54 Jun 13 (1)
    • I looked at MMM 5+ years ago - Sue in St Pete 16:03 Jun 13 (0)
• I find MUS clear and concise - Sue in St Pete 18:47 Jun 12 (1)
  • Thank you, Sue... - Donna T. 4:58 Jun 13 (0)
• Quick and painless - Sandy in CO (southmetromom) 18:21 Jun 12 (7)
  • Can I ask about the "plateau" periods?(m) - kcm_md 5:06 Jun 13 (6)
    • My son hit those plateaus a lot in the early elementary grades. We would... - Lori D. 7:36 Jun 13 (3)
      • Thank you thank you thank you!! Wow--what great ideas! (nt) - kcm_md 14:04 Jun 13 (0)
      • PS -- as far as drill... - Lori D. 7:48 Jun 13 (1)
        • Oh, my dd would LOVE some of those games--thank you so much! (nt) - kcm_md 14:05 Jun 13 (0)
    • Quater Mile Math Game - Katie in CO 6:13 Jun 13 (1)
      • Thank you so much! (nt) - kcm_md 14:07 Jun 13 (0)
• I've used MUS with my kids from Foundations (Alpha) thru Epsilon - we'll be doing Zeta next year. - Christy in CO 17:34 Jun 12 (0)

Is there anyone out there who combines Calvert and SL? How do you do it? - lisa 16:46 Jun 12 (1)

• Well, sort of (m) - Ria 17:53 Jun 12 (0)

what is Right Start math? I have never heard of it.nt - lisa 16:41 Jun 12 (1)

• go here: - SolaMichella 16:53 Jun 12 (0)

Remedial math curriculum for adult with poor math skills needed-suggestions? NT - Catherine 16:37 Jun 12 (5)

• Rod & Staff 6, 7 or 8 depending on your skill level. - MIch elle 5:25 Jun 13 (0)
• I'm not sure, but I think it is Teaching Textbooks..nt - Shelly in IL 19:57 Jun 12 (0)
• TT 7 . nm - Stacy in NJ 17:35 Jun 12 (2)
  • Re: TT 7 . nm - Please-what is TT? I'm not familiar with this acronym. nt 19:04 Jun 12 (1)
    • Here's a link. - Stacy in NJ 20:11 Jun 12 (0)

Intro - New Member / Afterschooler - Giraffe Family 16:32 Jun 12 (3)

• Hi Lisa! We're currently afterschooling, too... - Breann in WA 10:55 Jun 13 (0)
• Welcome, Lisa! :-) nt - Kelli in CT 17:16 Jun 12 (1)
  • Re: Welcome, Lisa! :-) nt - Giraffe Family 18:36 Jun 12 (0)

Anyone using "LEARNING THROUGH HISTORY" magazine? - Cindy in WA 16:28 Jun 12 (2)

• I do with my 5 and 8. (M) - Michelle in WI 5:40 Jun 13 (0)
• I've used some of Ancient Greece and Meso-America for my 1st grader. I enjoy the magazine.It's worth the price IMO nt. - T Baer 1:06 Jun 13 (0)

TY for chess ideas below! The computer games sound like a good start! (n) - Michelle in WI 15:55 Jun 12 (2)

• Profmom...would like to hear what you think of WP chess when it comes! - Michelle in WI 15:58 Jun 12 (1)
  • Sure! nt - profmom 19:40 Jun 12 (0)

classical writing - MLS 15:44 Jun 12 (22)

• I always assumed... - Jennifer in FL 16:46 Jun 12 (6)
  • I think another reason... - Sarah CB 18:01 Jun 12 (2)
    • It was just being developed at the time WTM was published.... - Beth in CO 7:49 Jun 13 (0)
    • and, the workbooks were not out either. nt - Peela 20:07 Jun 12 (0)
  • SWR? - MLS 17:00 Jun 12 (2)
    • Spell to read & write got it - MLS 17:09 Jun 12 (0)
    • Spell to Write and Read - Closeacademy 17:08 Jun 12 (0)
• I've always figured that there are many good choices out there, but SWB can only choose a few to recommend. - Kristine out of lurking 16:45 Jun 12 (1)
  • This is true... - MLS 17:04 Jun 12 (0)
• I don't think it is discussed in WTM because -m - Kathie in VA 16:27 Jun 12 (0)
• SWB's CW post - Heather in WI 16:24 Jun 12 (4)
  • Just so you know, this review seems to have been written BEFORE the workbooks became available. It's now much easier to implement. nt - OhElizabeth 9:53 Jun 13 (0)
  • UGH - This makes me wish I had opted for R&S instead of $200 worth of CW! nt - Rhondabee 8:37 Jun 13 (1)
    • I apologize! Please, let me just say... - rhondabee 9:36 Jun 13 (0)
  • Thanx for the article. & thanx all for input. - MLS 16:39 Jun 12 (0)
• Karen may be right, but I was thinking it wasn't in TWTM because . . . - Jackie in AR 16:21 Jun 12 (4)
  • Oh, and to answer your other question, we love CW. (m) - Jackie in AR 16:22 Jun 12 (3)
    • Do you use R&S or Harvey's? ..... - rhondabee 9:06 Jun 13 (2)
      • We're using Harvey's . . . - Jackie in AR 14:26 Jun 13 (1)
        • Thanks so much! Now that I've recovered from the sticker shock, I can't wait for everything to get here! nt - rhondabee 6:26 Jun 14 (0)
• Use it, love it. I believe it is not mentioned in TWTM because it used to be a lot more teacher intensive... - karenciavo 16:02 Jun 12 (1)
  • Re: Use it, love it. I believe it is not mentioned in TWTM because it used to be a lot more teacher intensive... - MLS 16:04 Jun 12 (0)

Can someone point me to a good place to buy hardcover G.A. Henty books? - Jean in CA 15:42 Jun 12 (9)

• I've bought mine on eBay. nt - Breann in WA 10:57 Jun 13 (0)
• Robinson Curriculum sells the whole set of 99, hardcover or softcover nt - Melissa B 17:49 Jun 12 (1)
  • It's robinsonbooks dot com (link inside) - Cathy in KY 19:23 Jun 12 (0)
• looks like libraryanded.com has them (m) - Andrea in MA 17:21 Jun 12 (0)
• www.christianbook.com also carry them - individually & in discounted sets (nt) - Debbie in BC 16:43 Jun 12 (0)
• Preston Speed.... - Ellie 16:03 Jun 12 (2)
  • Price Preston Speed vs. Vision Forum - Cindy in WA 16:13 Jun 12 (1)
    • I think Timberdoodle sells the books separately and at a discount. (nt) - Rebecca in VA 16:21 Jun 12 (0)
• Vision Forum Family Catalog - Cindy in WA 16:01 Jun 12 (0)

Once again, which typing program do you like the most? nt - Shannon in CA 15:30 Jun 12 (6)

• Well, we like Mavis Beacon.....nt - Julieofsardis 21:20 Jun 12 (1)
  • We use this as well. I'm seeing results! (nt) - theodwyn 5:32 Jun 13 (0)
• Spongebob...though nothing to compare it to. nt - paradise 17:36 Jun 12 (1)
  • Same here. nt. - JC in ON 8:37 Jun 13 (0)
• I've only tried Typing Instructor from Timberdoodle...-m - Kathie in VA 15:43 Jun 12 (0)
• A book called Type It....by Joan Duffy .... - Tammy 15:41 Jun 12 (0)

Suggestions for a German curriculum... - Diana in OR 14:52 Jun 12 (2)

• My standard recommendation is Klett.... - Verena 16:30 Jun 12 (1)
  • Thank you, Verena! I just ordered a catalogue. nt - Diana in OR 21:19 Jun 12 (0)

Has anyone used the Singapore Primary Math US (3A) Instructors guide - was it very helpful? TIA (nm) - Tamara 14:42 Jun 12 (3)

• Re: Has anyone used the Singapore Primary Math US (3A) Instructors guide - was it very helpful? TIA (nm) - Anne in TN 7:23 Jun 13 (0)
• I think the Home Instructor guides are full of helps that you wont always need but may sometimes treasure (nt) - Julie in MN 18:48 Jun 12 (1)
  • I like the HEG alot - I don't always *need* it but it is a great help to me - BMC 10:06 Jun 13 (0)

3rd gr. chemistry questions...(m). - Kim in NH 14:38 Jun 12 (5)

• Re: 3rd gr. chemistry questions...(m). - Laura in IL 19:44 Jun 13 (0)
• I did RS4K Level I with a 3rd grader this year - Laura in China 8:03 Jun 13 (0)
• I spoke to the RS4K reps. at NCHE (m) - Kristen in NC 15:47 Jun 12 (0)
• RS4K Level 1 would be perfect for him if he loves science. The Pre-Level 1 is better for 1st or 2nd graders. (more) - Julie in AK 15:40 Jun 12 (1)
  • On Biology being light - Laura in China 8:12 Jun 13 (0)

TOG Redesigned Yr.1 users (please read) - Des 14:33 Jun 12 (3)

• Thank you....a question... (m) - mom2three 14:55 Jun 12 (2)
  • Re: Thank you....a question... (m) - Des 15:04 Jun 12 (1)
    • Thanks again.! - mom2three 9:47 Jun 13 (0)

A few more MFW ?? Anyone used Creation to the Greeks??? - KristineIN 14:16 Jun 12 (4)

• Pyramids is by David MaCaulay. I'm sure your library will have it. nt - Donna T. 15:22 Jun 12 (2)
  • Donna, there are two with similar titles... - Donna A. 7:29 Jun 13 (0)
  • It's a different book, with experiments & such (nt) - Julie in MN 18:44 Jun 12 (0)
• Everything else is optional, so... - Donna A. 14:43 Jun 12 (0)

Julie in AK, I posted a ? for you below about the Minimus CD. Thanks! nt - Riley 14:10 Jun 12 (3)

• I answered it, with more info than you could possibly want! (nt) - Julie in AK 14:45 Jun 12 (2)
  • Thank you! My question about spelling was for LfC (m) - Riley 18:57 Jun 12 (0)
  • Thank you! My question about spelling was for LfC (m) - Riley 18:48 Jun 12 (0)

Would Saxon 76 2nd edition work with using a DIVE dc 3rd edition? - Lora 13:54 Jun 12 (0)

Modified Teaching Reading at Home Training Video by BHI and LITHBTH ...anyone use this? Opinions please? (nt) - angela&boys 13:52 Jun 12 (0)

Really neat website for Mayan history study. ( Link inside) nt - Shannon in CA 13:51 Jun 12 (0)

Singapore O-level science... - Catherine 13:42 Jun 12 (2)

• we are doing the chemistry labs - moira 22:13 Jun 12 (0)
• Yes; I'm using the biology for a 9th grader. I'm extremely pleased and am doing most labs here at home. nt - Ria 15:29 Jun 12 (0)

(3rd grade) Anyone use a writing program *plus* continue with copywork, dictation, narration? (m) - Mel 13:40 Jun 12 (5)

• Yes, for seventh grade, we'll use IEW... - Linda in NM 5:54 Jun 13 (0)
• We did copywork, dictation, and narration with... - KC 5:35 Jun 13 (0)
• I'm wondering about this also..........m - EchoMom 18:57 Jun 12 (2)
  • I'm responding to you instead of Mel because... - Julie in AK 19:48 Jun 12 (1)
    • Thanks, Julie! I've been considering WS. nm - EchoMom 20:38 Jun 13 (0)

Some one clue me in, what's SWR? nt - Debbie 13:39 Jun 12 (1)

• Spell to Write and Read... http://webs.integrity.com/backhome/ - mom2abcd 14:15 Jun 12 (0)

What don't you like about IEW? (m) - Katie in CO 13:23 Jun 12 (18)

• It teaches a style that I loathe. . . - Marie in OH 18:53 Jun 12 (5)
  • A rebuttal... - Linda in NM 5:52 Jun 13 (0)
  • Marie in OH or CA... - WendyWords 19:08 Jun 12 (3)
    • Re: Marie in OH or CA...Sorry about the double post and the double location. I used to be Marie in CA and have moved to OH. I typed CA out of habit, sent the post, stopped it and changed it to Oh and resent it. To my dismay it made it both ways. LOL. Anyway, I am Marie in OH- just not used to it yet!!! (nt) - Marie in CA 4:45 Jun 13 (0)
    • That should be addresses...Also (m) - WendyWords 19:24 Jun 12 (1)
      • I agree with you. . . (m) - Marie in OH 4:52 Jun 13 (0)
• It teaches a style that I loathe. . . - Marie in CA 18:51 Jun 12 (7)
  • I think the point is to teach you HOW to use descriptive language and to practice it... - Lori D. 7:56 Jun 13 (4)
    • That is true to a certain extent, but practice makes permanant... - Ellie 6:49 Jun 14 (1)
      • Ellie, Have you seen IEW? (m) - WendyWords 16:41 Jun 14 (0)
    • ITA... I just got off the phone with my gf who used IEW this year... - WendyWords 10:20 Jun 13 (1)
      • I really should proof read my posts! Disregard ALL the mistakes. nt - WendyWords 10:23 Jun 13 (0)
  • I agree also..... - Tammy 5:11 Jun 13 (0)
  • Well said! ITA. nt - Ellie 21:43 Jun 12 (0)
• The fact that I have to watch the tapes. - Kristine out of lurking 16:43 Jun 12 (1)
  • Thanks guys...my homeschool assn's library has the tapes so maybe I'll watch them and see what I think. (nt) - Julie in AK 19:54 Jun 12 (0)
• Their prices! :o) but I buy anyway. nt - judi 15:28 Jun 12 (0)
• I looked at it and decide my daughter would do better with Writing Strands... - Heather in VA 14:07 Jun 12 (0)

OK - don't throw rotten tomatoes at me, but for those who considered dropping Latin......I'd like to share why I changed my mind and WILL be doing Latin............. - Christy in CO 13:11 Jun 12 (11)

• FWIW Our Roman Roots is available from allcatholicbooks.com for about $35 nt - Angela in TX 23:17 Jun 12 (1)
  • link to - lh 7:51 Jun 13 (0)
• I'm planning on doing this, too! - Mary in WA State 19:42 Jun 12 (0)
• This looks fun..... - Tammy 14:29 Jun 12 (0)
• HI Christy, can you give more specifics about this program? - CED 13:22 Jun 12 (6)
  • Here is a sample page I found... - Tammy 14:23 Jun 12 (5)
    • LOL! Okay - does anybody else see this (m) - LisaNY 5:58 Jun 13 (0)
    • Thanks Tammy! nt - Christy in CO 17:39 Jun 12 (2)
      • Christy....where did you purchase yours? NT - Tammy 17:52 Jun 12 (1)
        • From The Angelicum Academy Book Store........... - Christy in CO 21:05 Jun 12 (0)
    • Thank you, Tammy. It looks interesting. (nt) - CED 15:09 Jun 12 (0)

Foreign language confusion... Latin, Greek, French????? Help needed... (m) - Erica in PA 13:11 Jun 12 (7)

• well.... - christineg 14:14 Jun 12 (1)
  • Christine, I was thinking as I was posting earlier, (m) - Erica in PA 19:01 Jun 12 (0)
• Here is my advice, fwiw.... - Verena 13:32 Jun 12 (2)
  • Thinking about your post, and not being able to do all three right now... (m) - Erica in PA 19:10 Jun 12 (1)
    • Sounds to me like you have figured it all out :-). nt - Verena 7:04 Jun 13 (0)
• Mix of Modern & Dead languages - Closeacademy 13:22 Jun 12 (1)
  • Thanks for the input. Sounds like Rosetta Stone is a popular choice among those who are focusing more on Greek and Latin. (nt) - Erica in PA 19:02 Jun 12 (0)

Just wanted to say thanks to whoever it was that shared the site to get FOTF Chronicles of Narnia tapes (m) - Andrea in MA 13:08 Jun 12 (3)

• Where did you get these, Andrea? That's a great price! (nt) - Erica in PA 13:12 Jun 12 (2)
  • Re: Where did you get these, Andrea? That's a great price! (nt) - Andrea in MA 13:36 Jun 12 (1)
    • Re: Where did you get these, Andrea? That's a great price! (nt) - Darcy 4:56 Jun 13 (0)

Any Winter Promise users? I have a question... - K in TX 13:04 Jun 12 (5)

• Thanks for the info! nt. - K in TX 11:32 Jun 13 (0)
• It has some notes... - Kari C in FL 6:49 Jun 13 (0)
• Hmmm... - profmom 20:12 Jun 12 (0)
• I'm using Animal Worlds, there are no notes or background information... - Michelle T 18:23 Jun 12 (0)
• I'm using Animal Worlds, there are no notes or background information... - Michelle T 18:22 Jun 12 (0)

Has anyone used BJU phonics? - Nonie 12:58 Jun 12 (3)

• I have used it with my youngest (m) - Veronica 7:56 Jun 13 (0)
• I have an opinion (m) - WendyWords 13:47 Jun 12 (1)
  • Phonics... - saved1112 14:02 Jun 14 (0)

How many hrs a day does your 7th grades do "school" including reading time?...nt - Cinthya 12:23 Jun 12 (10)

• Our state *requires* at least 4.5 hours daily, but the older the dc get, the longer it takes. nt - ereks mom 11:10 Jun 13 (0)
• On M-Th, three blocks of time... - Linda in NM 5:47 Jun 13 (0)
• We did around 5-6 for 6th grade this year. nt - Holly in N NV 14:40 Jun 12 (0)
• Mine did 4-6 hours M-Th. Half day on Fridays. ~nt - myfunnybunch 13:29 Jun 12 (0)
• 5.5 hours and then some additional reading time.....just getting older and more required...nt - Debbie 13:27 Jun 12 (0)
• Trying to keep it at 4hrs., but I think that will be harder for 7th - maybe 4 1/2 or 5. nt - Christy in Co 13:03 Jun 12 (2)
  • Keeping it at four hours here, too. nt - Jill, OK in VA 17:51 Jun 12 (1)
    • Meant to add, this includes 30 minutes of reading that I assign...but not what she does/chooses on her own. nt - Jill, OK in VA 17:52 Jun 12 (0)
• A solid 5.5 hr. Mon-Thurs. + .5 hr. for personal reading; Fri. is flexible for outings & finishing the week's work. (nt) - Lori D. 12:56 Jun 12 (0)
• About 5-6 hours, not including reading for fun. nt - Ria 12:34 Jun 12 (0)

LatinaRepublicana, I replied to you below about IEW nt - WendyWords 12:21 Jun 12 (0)

Intro and a SOTW question - Dana 12:05 Jun 12 (4)

• Grammar: Try First Language Lessons by Jesse Wise (m) - Sherrill in VA 13:27 Jun 12 (2)
  • Re: Grammar: Try First Language Lessons by Jesse Wise (m) - Dana 16:49 Jun 12 (1)
    • No workbook needed for FLL (m) - Sherrill in VA 19:41 Jun 12 (0)
• Welcome Dana... - SLB 13:26 Jun 12 (0)

Just wanted to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who helped me plan Middle Ages Art & Music - don't know what we would have done w/o you! nt - rhondabee 11:46 Jun 12 (2)

• Ok, I think I may have missed this.....could someone please link to the original thread for me, thanks!! nt - Carol 14:00 Jun 12 (1)
  • Well, here's a hodge-podge of posts I have saved: (Sorry, I can't give credit to everyone to whom credit is due.... - rhondabee 9:01 Jun 13 (0)

Was out of pocket last week doing VBS....Has anyone received their TOG re-designed Year 1? - Brenda From Tenn 11:37 Jun 12 (3)

• Shipping June 29 due to problems with the printer per Dana C (see TOG forum). You may access the first 3 weeks on the Loom. nt - karenciavo 12:51 Jun 12 (1)
  • Thank, Karen! I'll go check it out! - Brenda From Tenn 13:02 Jun 12 (0)
• I don't think that it has been mailed yet. I'm trying to be patient lol (nt) - KerriF 11:53 Jun 12 (0)

So happy... just finished ordering most of our curriculum for next year (PS, PK4, 2nd) - Lisa in VA 10:31 Jun 12 (1)

• Sounds good! :) nt - Brenda in Olypen, WA w/ 4ds plus ??? 12:57 Jun 12 (0)

Just back from HEAV: DH rocks! On two separate occasions, he found Hey Andrew Vols. 1 and 2 in the Used Curriculum Sale! - Sherrill in VA 10:26 Jun 12 (1)

• Wow, you have a dh who shops? You should definitely keep him! :) - OhElizabeth 11:04 Jun 12 (0)

History- does everyone keep children on the same period of history? (more) - katie4 10:15 Jun 12 (14)

• I keep them all together....The oldest child set the lead for t his...meaning - Holly IN 4:49 Jun 13 (0)
• Absolutely keep them together here. What you are thinking of doing - Laurie4b 13:38 Jun 12 (0)
• Katie, your plan sounds good. Don't try to teach two different time periods. nt - SLB 13:31 Jun 12 (0)
• I have a K and 2nd grader, and keep them together. We did SOTW 1 this past year and will move onto SOTW 2 in the fall. nt - HootOwl 12:51 Jun 12 (4)
  • I was thinking of trying this next year with the same grade children but...(m) - Kim 16:40 Jun 12 (3)
    • I don't know what your reservations may be, but I see no reason not to go ahead and start with Ancients . . . (m) - HootOwl 17:53 Jun 12 (2)
      • Thank you so much for sharing ...this really helped...(m) - Kim 20:16 Jun 12 (1)
        • More specifics about our plans . . . (m) - HootOwl 6:41 Jun 13 (0)
• Yes, we have always done history together - I would *not* try to do 2 separate programs - especially w/ ages so close together. :0) nt - Mel 12:49 Jun 12 (0)
• I didn't and I'd never recomend that anyone else try it! - BMC 12:31 Jun 12 (0)
• well, "everyone" doesn't, but I do :-) nt - Peek a Boo 12:22 Jun 12 (0)
• Re: History- does everyone keep children on the same period of history? (more) - RhondaM. 10:20 Jun 12 (0)
• I keep them together. Much easier nt - Quiver0f10 10:18 Jun 12 (0)
• yes, I will be doing SOTW 3 with a 3rd grader and a 1st grader - - can't imagine trying to do two different periods, especially with projects & such /nft - katilac 10:16 Jun 12 (0)

Are protists and protozoa the same thing? And, will I be able to see them with a Magiscope? TIA nt - rhondabee 10:10 Jun 12 (4)

• You can see them using 100X power and if you want something really cool, order a mixed protozoa set from Nebraska Scientific (nt) - Laura R (FL) 16:12 Jun 12 (1)
  • Great! - We actually have a small microscope that will work (Yeah!). Thanks! nt - rhondabee 9:15 Jun 13 (0)
• Here's a great link for you - Ria 12:45 Jun 12 (1)
  • Oh wow! Thanks, Ria, I knew I could count on you! (super-cool link btw) nt - rhondabee 13:24 Jun 12 (0)

Trying to make a final decision on a bunch of Britannica Materials - Lisa in VA 10:00 Jun 12 (4)

• What we did... - Laurie in SEA 16:24 Jun 12 (0)
• If you shop library sales and garage sales (check ads), - Claire 13:29 Jun 12 (0)
• It's not hard to find Britannica things used, on eBay or through library donations...m - dangermom 12:49 Jun 12 (0)
• We use our encyclopedias lots, but we went with World Book - much cheaper (nt) - Julie in MN 11:56 Jun 12 (0)

absolute easiest drawing/painting curriculum for child who is resistant due to fear of "failure"? - Michelle T 9:59 Jun 12 (14)

• my ds10 is like that, and what I do..... - Peela 20:34 Jun 12 (0)
• Here's an absolute-no-fail, go-at-your-own-pace, learn to draw book... - Lori D. 13:30 Jun 12 (1)
  • Forgot -- Here's another idea... - Lori D. 13:34 Jun 12 (0)
• My vote is for Draw Write Now. (nt) - Donna A. 12:32 Jun 12 (0)
• We use Drawing Textbook by Bruce McIntyre. nt - NancyR 12:21 Jun 12 (0)
• You might want to start with painting impressionism first (m) - WendyWords 12:12 Jun 12 (0)
• We are enjoying Lamb's Book of Art. My ds is similar to yours, and only just decided recently (he's 9) that he's good at drawing! (nt) - Wendi 11:46 Jun 12 (0)
• Ok, I just lost a whole long post because the board is being crazy, so now you get the condensed version... - OhElizabeth 11:13 Jun 12 (1)
  • My actuarial brother in law quilts. ;) nm - Nan in Mass 18:16 Jun 12 (0)
• What about Draw-Write-Now... - Heather in VA 10:10 Jun 12 (2)
  • my son who didn't like to draw enjoyed this and did very well! nt - Ann in WA 12:02 Jun 12 (0)
  • Yes, DWN is no pressure, just pick a page you like or that goes with your lessons (nt) - Julie in MN 11:58 Jun 12 (0)
• Artistic Pursuits? - Donelda 10:07 Jun 12 (0)
• How Great Thou Art... start with Joseph & the Canadian Goose... then perhaps go to I Can Do All Things. more - Lisa in VA 10:07 Jun 12 (0)

calling Latin translators: how would you say, "I can teach" in Latin? (sm) - LatinaRepublicana 9:57 Jun 12 (2)

• docere possum - KT in TX 13:44 Jun 12 (0)
• Doc?re possum. nt (I am able to teach) - abbeyej 10:08 Jun 12 (0)

Planning for 1st grade, questions about ETC, WTM science (m) - Erica in OR 9:50 Jun 12 (4)

• Thanks for your suggestions everyone! I see I can feel more confident about using the library as a resource. nt - Erica in OR 22:48 Jun 12 (0)
• Definitely can just use library books. We really enjoyed the workbook/project book MY BODY by Teacher Created Press... - CHris in VA 19:27 Jun 12 (0)
• for first grade.... - SLB 13:34 Jun 12 (0)
• We did the Evan-Moor Plant book along with library books and .. - Cheller 10:04 Jun 12 (0)

Help! How do you use Rosetta Stone?? - momtoaaaa 9:24 Jun 12 (1)

• I recommend calling the Tech Support (m) - Kristen in NC 15:53 Jun 12 (0)

Dawn K - Thanks for the bird info, and a little more on hummers! - 2lilreds in NC 8:30 Jun 12 (2)

• If you can plant a hybrid honeysuckle, hummingbirds love it! - Claire 13:33 Jun 12 (1)
  • Thanks for the info! I think we actually have... - 2lilreds in NC 6:29 Jun 13 (0)

rephrasing previous post.is it necessary to use a curriculum such as WP to teach chess? What have others done? (m) - Michelle in WI 8:18 Jun 12 (11)

• do you have a local chess club? - moira 22:19 Jun 12 (0)
• I would suggest finding a relative or family friend to teach him nt - Peela 20:35 Jun 12 (0)
• I have a book by Usborne (m) - Dawn in TN 10:15 Jun 12 (0)
• We like ChessMaster for the computer -m - Kathie in VA 9:57 Jun 12 (0)
• check your library for a chess club. nm - Stacy in NJ 9:49 Jun 12 (0)
• I posted below about WP's program. nt - profmom 8:32 Jun 12 (0)
• We've been using Fritz&Chesster (a computer program) and it's great... - OhElizabeth 8:30 Jun 12 (0)
• My dad taught me to play. (m) - 2lilreds in NC 8:22 Jun 12 (0)
• We just got one of those electronic ones....it did a pretty good job at teaching, LOL! NT - Tammy 8:21 Jun 12 (0)
• This company was at our convention... - Heather in VA 8:21 Jun 12 (1)
  • We bought from them at our convention - Laura R (FL) 16:16 Jun 12 (0)

Memorization of maps/geographical places...Ideas? - Heather in VA 8:18 Jun 12 (13)

• Geography in Classical Conversations is so cool! (m) - Susie in Texas 8:18 Jun 13 (0)
• I can't say enough about the FREE drag and drop geography puzzles Owl and MOuse has, link inside.. - Lizzie in Ma 4:28 Jun 13 (1)
  • TY! nt - rhondabee 9:42 Jun 13 (0)
• Someone mentioned a fabulous book called 'Geographic Literacy: Maps for memorization'-- it's exactly what I was looking wanted for memorizing black line maps. (more) - Dawn 18:15 Jun 12 (1)
  • Wow - This is just what I was looking for. THANKS!!! nt - Heather in VA 18:39 Jun 12 (0)
• Sing Around the World Geography songs... - Ellie 9:26 Jun 12 (1)
  • My younger one will love this. She loves to learn songs for memorization. nt - Heather in VA 19:00 Jun 12 (0)
• If you have visual leaners or kids who like mnemonic devices... - Stacia 9:07 Jun 12 (4)
  • We're going to try Visualize World Geography this year, too! Just ordered mine. (nt) - Lori D. 9:21 Jun 12 (3)
    • What ages is this for? - Marie in CA 9:28 Jun 12 (2)
      • I think it could be used by a pretty wide variety of ages... - Stacia 16:45 Jun 12 (0)
      • Don't know what ages it's geared for, but we'll be using it as... - Lori D. 13:41 Jun 12 (0)
• How old are your children? more - Pam in MA 8:35 Jun 12 (0)

re: Kingfisher History - has anyone here used the old version instead of the new? - rhondabee 8:00 Jun 12 (7)

• I have the old version... - Nan in Mass 9:17 Jun 12 (5)
  • What's the "old" version? Mine is copyright 1999. (nt) - Wendi 13:46 Jun 12 (2)
    • Here's the link, but you'll have to cut & paste - sorry! - rhondabee 9:28 Jun 13 (0)
    • The old version is white - the new is red..... - rhondabee 9:27 Jun 13 (0)
  • Thanks, Nan! I have learned so much in just the past week from your posts! ... - rhondabee 9:41 Jun 12 (1)
    • You're welcome. ;) nm - Nan in Mass 18:19 Jun 12 (0)
• Nevermind - I have such a penchant for making easy things complicated! :) nt - rhondabee 8:58 Jun 12 (0)

Geography: Around the World in 180 Days, Runkles, Ultimate Geo and timeline - opinions - Chris in PA 7:56 Jun 12 (4)

• A little aside on Geography, and what we're using. - SolaMichella 17:02 Jun 12 (1)
  • That's funny to me, because... - CHris in VA 19:30 Jun 12 (0)
• Long list of things we've tried - Julie in MN 12:17 Jun 12 (1)
  • Thanks so much for you help! - Chris in PA 17:02 Jun 12 (0)

Next year I will be using A Beka 9th grade science. Has anyone actually ....(m) - Lisa CA 7:52 Jun 12 (0)

Has anyone used Smithhand for handwriting? Any comment on it?nt - MelissaJ 7:49 Jun 12 (0)

Canadian Focused History? - Jody 7:22 Jun 12 (5)

• Modern History through Canadian Eyes is a great resource (link) - LBC 11:19 Jun 12 (2)
  • Thank you, may I ask a question? - Jody 11:41 Jun 12 (1)
    • It's more of a guide than a curriculum. (m) - LBC 12:17 Jun 12 (0)
• Re: Canadian Focused History? - Sherri in BC 10:16 Jun 12 (1)
  • Donna Ward - Jody 11:46 Jun 12 (0)

Looking for a good grammar program for an afterschooling 6th grader... - Heidi in NY 7:11 Jun 12 (5)

• Heidi, I'm an afterschooler now too and found (m) - StacyTea 9:32 Jun 12 (0)
• I started Easy Grammar with my oldest when I pulled her out of school.. - Heather in VA 8:33 Jun 12 (0)
• I thought Easy Grammar was good for my dd. It's simple and quick if using with a fast learner or just for review. - Lisa CA 7:54 Jun 12 (2)
  • what level would you start at??? - Heidi in NY 8:23 Jun 12 (1)
    • She doesn't already have to know the parts of speech. She could start at Level 56. nt - Ellie 9:27 Jun 12 (0)

Second guessing myself... (re: SOTW w/ two at same time) ..m - Kelli in CT 6:59 Jun 12 (4)

• Okay, thanks for the encouragement, guys! I feel better now. :-) NT - Kelli in CT 10:32 Jun 12 (0)
• You are doing it exactly right... - Heather in VA 7:36 Jun 12 (0)
• I started with a 1st, 5th and 6th grader I just added outlining using kingfisher encyclopedia for the older ones.(nt) - Lisa CA 7:14 Jun 12 (0)
• I've done it w/ 6 at a time. Until my eldest two went into high school, all six kids did this annually. Don't worry! nt - Ria 7:03 Jun 12 (0)

Anyone know of a list with a combination of Sonlight's 3/4 and older 7 American Historys? TIA nm - Emily in IL 6:25 Jun 12 (4)

• Yes... - RhondaM. 9:55 Jun 12 (2)
  • thank you Rhonda !!!! nm - Emily in iL 12:35 Jun 12 (1)
    • Re: thank you Rhonda !!!! nm - RhondaM. 13:22 Jun 12 (0)
• Ditto! I would love to have this too! nt. - Denise in NE 9:28 Jun 12 (0)

I am finding that handwriting (should be the simplest thing, right?) is very hard for me to teach! - RhondaM. 6:00 Jun 12 (13)

• Cursive is Easier to learn - Dana 12:59 Jun 12 (0)
• Which level of HWOT? And what all should I buy?.... - RhondaM. 9:50 Jun 12 (0)
• My 8 yr olds didn't improve until she learned cursive this past year... - WendyWords 8:09 Jun 12 (0)
• Another vote for HWOT. Great instruction, simple to use and works great. nt - Tammyla 7:51 Jun 12 (0)
• I found teaching handwriting through the WRTR approach very painless and it made sense to my dd and it improved my 9 yo ds's handwriting tremendously (nt) - Christa 7:28 Jun 12 (0)
• We use HWT...start with lower program. - Lisa CA 7:21 Jun 12 (0)
• Kumon's has a really gentle early (pre-HWOT) workbook. m - Stacy in NJ 7:12 Jun 12 (0)
• Re: I am finding that handwriting (should be the simplest thing, right?) is very hard for me to teach! - Emily'smom 6:18 Jun 12 (0)
• Well given her age, I'd only have K4 expectations of her. That means just writing the letter of the day a few times and calling it good. nt - OhElizabeth 6:16 Jun 12 (4)
  • Guess I could have said more than that! (m) - OhElizabeth 6:17 Jun 12 (3)
    • Other things that my daughter did in Montessori - Lorax 16:23 Jun 12 (1)
      • Re: Other things that my daughter did in Montessori - Emily'smom 20:15 Jun 12 (0)
    • I agree. I've never used it but I know Montessori (sp) ... - Peggy in Va 6:34 Jun 12 (0)

I'm looking for free attendance sheets or calendars to record daily school attendance. Any suggestions?nt - Socal Sandra 5:47 Jun 12 (4)

• Thanks, Ellie and Johanna. The single page calendar at Donna Young's website should be an easy way to document the few absent days of the year. nt - Socal Sandra 11:13 Jun 12 (0)
• You're in Calif, yes? Well, you know... - Ellie 9:42 Jun 12 (0)
• www.donnayoung.org - Johanna 6:10 Jun 12 (1)
  • yep. In NY, we printed out a year-long calendar, and wrote at the top: "Attendance record for [child's name]. Absences marked w/ a X". no X= present. File it away and pull it out anytime you need to show it to someone :-) nt - Peek a Boo 12:19 Jun 12 (0)

Winterpromise chess...has anyone seen it yet? (m) - Michelle in WI 5:46 Jun 12 (1)

• I've ordered it. Here's what I know about the program. m - profmom 8:29 Jun 12 (0)

Hebrew, Greek, Latin, Oh MY! - Jessica in GA 4:42 Jun 12 (8)

• Hi! Jessica! It's me! I had to respond. - Karen's testimony 16:11 Jun 12 (0)
• I started Prima Latina this year with my ds5 & ds6 (m) - threelops 8:15 Jun 12 (0)
• I've heard SWB recommend waiting until the child knows nouns, verbs, and adjectives (m) - Sherrill in VA 8:06 Jun 12 (1)
  • In that case, I guess we did it right! ::::whew:::: :) - nutmeg 8:33 Jun 12 (0)
• Prima the last quarter of 3rd grade, and I thought that was still plenty early enough. - LH 7:10 Jun 12 (0)
• Starting at age 6 has worked well for my sons (more) - Socal Sandra 5:32 Jun 12 (0)
• Is she reading well? (m) - Mungo 4:54 Jun 12 (1)
  • Thank you! - Jessica in GA 10:26 Jun 12 (0)

What is your opinion? Would 30 min. 3days a weeks be sufficient for my 7th grade dd to learn Typing?? If not, what would you suggest?....nt - Cinthya 4:31 Jun 12 (5)

• I'm going to try 20 minutes 3 or 4 days a week. I was doing 2 days a week for 30 min.(didn't work out too well) nt - Mel 12:54 Jun 12 (0)
• Re: What is your opinion? Would 30 min. 3days a weeks be sufficient for my 7th grade dd to learn Typing?? If not, what would you suggest?....nt - Tammyla 7:54 Jun 12 (0)
• I would do it for about 10 minutes a day..... - Tammy 4:34 Jun 12 (2)
  • Ditto, short, frequent sessions. nt - OhElizabeth 6:18 Jun 12 (0)
  • Agree. Shorter, more frequent practice is better. (nt) - Claire 6:02 Jun 12 (0)

What grade level is History of US? - Kaci 3:52 Jun 12 (5)

• I've used them as read-alouds for grammar age. I think independently, they are in the 5th-8th range. nt - Laurie4b 7:49 Jun 12 (0)
• I'll be using them with my jr. high kids - I think perfect for this age. I also had reservations about waiting until HS - there is so much more out there I want them to read at that age. nt - Christy in Co 7:01 Jun 12 (0)
• They're geared toward middle school. nt - Regena in KY 5:59 Jun 12 (0)
• The content is not hard - Laura in China 5:48 Jun 12 (0)
• Sonlight uses them for 8th grade now I read them aloud in 4th - Karen in Maryland 5:10 Jun 12 (0)

Anyone hear of 'Uncle Alfred's Algebra?' videos.. - kaci 3:51 Jun 12 (1)

• Sorry, don't know how that happened, don't know how to remove them. nt - Kaci 3:51 Jun 12 (0)

Anyone hear of 'Uncle Alfred's Algebra?' videos.. - kaci 3:51 Jun 12 (0)

Anyone hear of 'Uncle Alfred's Algebra?' videos.. - kaci 3:50 Jun 12 (0)

Question re: SWR - Is much prep time involved? Also, my - julie 3:39 Jun 12 (2)

• Ditto, once you learn the method, it's very pick-up-and-go. nt - OhElizabeth 5:27 Jun 12 (0)
• Not once you get started - Closeacademy 4:34 Jun 12 (0)

Repost: What would you do? (history related) - happymainemom 22:25 Jun 11 (3)

• There are many, many children's picture books that relate to the 20th century... - Rebecca in VA 7:18 Jun 12 (0)
• The first time around that I did "modern" history, I pulled....(m) - Regena in KY 6:06 Jun 12 (0)
• Re: Repost: What would you do? (history related) - RhondaM. 22:56 Jun 11 (0)

We just finished our first week of Winter Promise's American Story 1... - Kari C in FL 21:02 Jun 11 (6)

• Re: We just finished our first week of Winter Promise's American Story 1... - Cheller 9:37 Jun 12 (1)
  • Michelle... - profmom 11:42 Jun 14 (0)
• We will also be doing Winter Promise American Story 1 real soon, I got the big box last week...more - Sheryl in NJ 4:43 Jun 12 (2)
  • How long did it take... - Marsha 8:20 Jun 12 (1)
    • Mine took about a week to arrive. nt - Kari C in FL 11:13 Jun 12 (0)
• Thanks for the review - Ottakee 3:41 Jun 12 (0)

Can you share your 7th grade history plans? nt - Julie 20:50 Jun 11 (8)

• SOTW IV as a spine... - Linda in NM 5:44 Jun 13 (0)
• Omnibus I with a 6 member tutorial group.....nt - Debbie 13:31 Jun 12 (0)
• MOH volume 1 (ancients) w/ LOTS of additonal books added. nt - Mel 12:55 Jun 12 (0)
• Tapestry of Grace, year 3, looks awesome! nt - momee 11:25 Jun 12 (0)
• We'll be following Biblioplan 1600-1850......... - Christy in CO 7:04 Jun 12 (0)
• We will be doing All-American History nt - Deece in MN 5:37 Jun 12 (0)
• Thinking about Mystery of History Vol. 2.....??? - Julie 22:35 Jun 11 (0)
• overview of world history for 7th, 4th, and K'er -- - Peek a Boo 21:42 Jun 11 (0)

Anyone use Dive CD's with Abeka Arithmetic? - Shelley in MI 20:47 Jun 11 (1)

• I would get the Curriculum/Lesson Plans from A Beka that go with your math levels. (more..) - Zee 6:18 Jun 12 (0)

We used Calvert math last year for K considering Horizon math for this fall. What do you all think of these programs?nt - lisa 20:47 Jun 11 (1)

• Both are solid programs. Horizons is significantly cheaper, isn't it? I'd go with that one. nt - Ria 6:40 Jun 12 (0)

Any fun ideas for poetry in addition to memorization or copywork? TIA (nt) - MM in MN 20:23 Jun 11 (4)

• A Child's Introduction to Poetry by Michael Driscoll - catalinakel 10:07 Jun 12 (0)
• Kids will be 2nd and 4th - MM in MN 23:19 Jun 11 (1)
  • Re: Kids will be 2nd and 4th - LatinaRepublicana 9:54 Jun 12 (0)
• what age? nt - LatinaRepublicana 20:47 Jun 11 (0)

How long does IEW teacher prep time take? (nt) - Shelby in CO 20:20 Jun 11 (1)

• Depends on how you use it... - Capitola Mom 8:17 Jun 12 (0)

please tell me why IEW is not a program based on progymnasmata... i can't seem to word this question correctly... how is IEW different from the progym? nt - LatinaRepublicana 20:03 Jun 11 (4)

• I am trying to figure all of this out for myself (m) - WendyWords 11:34 Jun 12 (1)
  • I'm with you on that ...skills building on skills... -m - Kathie in Va 15:32 Jun 12 (0)
• I'll give this a stab -m - Kathie in VA 20:53 Jun 11 (1)
  • Re: I'll give this a stab -m - LatinaRepublicana 21:07 Jun 11 (0)

I need something short and sweet that will teach spelling rules... - MI Mom 19:47 Jun 11 (9)

• here: - Dawn K 20:15 Jun 11 (8)
  • And here are some really great tips from Paula's archives... - Lori D. 7:32 Jun 12 (0)
  • Wow! This list has some rules that even SWR left out. nm - Sarahas4 20:58 Jun 11 (0)
  • thanks! this is great... there's a website for everything! nt - LatinaRepublicana 20:49 Jun 11 (0)
  • Re: here: - MI Mom 20:49 Jun 11 (4)
    • Re: here: - Dawn K 21:08 Jun 11 (3)
      • This.. - MI Mom 6:05 Jun 12 (2)
        • Yes, you can use the book, "ABC's and All Their Tricks" -nt - Kathie in VA 8:00 Jun 12 (1)
          • I own this! I will see what I can do with it. Thanks nt - MI Mom 19:24 Jun 12 (0)

I just received SWR and I don't have the cd that does with it - Jenileigh 19:36 Jun 11 (3)

• Thanks so much ladies!! nt - Jenileigh 17:16 Jun 12 (0)
• If you mean the phonogram cd, it just has the sounds. It's helpful to ensure accuracy, but otherwise not necessary. I never listened to mine. nt - OhElizabeth 19:56 Jun 11 (1)
  • i listened to the tape "just in case", but SWR does such a great job at explaining the sounds that i didn't miss any :-) I'll play it for the dc though while i play Tetris, lol nt - Peek a Boo 20:28 Jun 11 (0)

Does anyone know when GWG gr. 4 will be available?nt - Teresa in MO 19:29 Jun 11 (2)

• I'm finishing grade 4 now...actually, I'm working on it right now! (m) - Tamy 20:45 Jun 11 (1)
  • Thanks!!!!nt - Teresa in MO 6:19 Jun 12 (0)

RightStart Abacus - Carrie 19:28 Jun 11 (5)

• I use the RS Abacus with BJUP. - Cindyg 21:13 Jun 11 (1)
  • Thanks! It is good to know someone is successfully using it with BJU. nm - Carrie 6:46 Jun 12 (0)
• Yes, the RS abacus will be a great tool! (m) - OhElizabeth 20:05 Jun 11 (2)
  • Thanks! (m) - Carrie 6:45 Jun 12 (0)
  • YEs RR has it for $10 - captuhura 3:36 Jun 12 (0)

Spanish help needed---conversational Spanish - Ottakee 19:26 Jun 11 (3)

• For an adult with your goals, I'd use Pimsleur. It is geared to travel, but will have quite a bit of what you're looking for. nt - Laurie4b 7:52 Jun 12 (0)
• Re: Spanish help needed---conversational Spanish - Robin 19:36 Jun 11 (1)
  • Has anyone used this Spanish Program (Learn Spanish)...it looks good...Reviews???...nt - Sheryl in NJ 4:52 Jun 12 (0)

Does anyone know of a place online where we can play chess... - MI Mom 19:23 Jun 11 (4)

• Wow. Thanks - MI Mom 19:41 Jun 12 (0)
• We like Learn to Play Chess with Fritz and Chesster. nt - oakmomof4 6:52 Jun 12 (0)
• Yahoo! games, and for the kiddos Yahooligans. You play against real people for free. nt - melissa in the desert 20:06 Jun 11 (0)
• http://letsplaychess.com/chessclubs/asplogin.asp (link inside) - Katie in CO 20:01 Jun 11 (0)

My Father's World VS. Veritas Press..... - KristineIN 19:23 Jun 11 (7)

• Re: My Father's World VS. Veritas Press..... - Donna T. 6:09 Jun 12 (2)
  • Out of curiosity... - Elizabeth 8:17 Jun 12 (1)
    • The staff at MFW are all different denominations. They work very hard together at keeping the focus on Christ and leaving specific denominational beliefs out of it, so I doubt that... - Donna A. 9:04 Jun 12 (0)
• Both are good. I would do VP if you want the added emphasis of memory work, since that is the cornerstone of VP. nt - OhElizabeth 20:06 Jun 11 (0)
• Veritas Press History really starts at 2nd grade... - Elizabeth 19:50 Jun 11 (1)
  • From an actual user of MFW.... - Donna A. 9:00 Jun 12 (0)
• I will have K & 1 next year, and used MFW K this year (m) - 2lilreds in NC 19:39 Jun 11 (0)

Thinking about SWR for spelling...(m) - Lil3 19:06 Jun 11 (10)

• Just to warn you, SWR is very teacher-intensive. nt - Brenda in Olypen, WA w/ 4ds plus ??? 7:58 Jun 12 (0)
• I don't know if you really want to jump to SWR... - OhElizabeth 20:14 Jun 11 (8)
  • I guess I'm being drawn to it for the following reasons... - Lil3 4:53 Jun 12 (2)
    • I'll share my experience here...My daughter was already a strong reader when we started SWR and could write decently too. I just couldn't make a decision about the program...m - samba 6:07 Jun 12 (0)
    • Yes, go for it! (m) - OhElizabeth 5:38 Jun 12 (0)
  • Could readers just play games with Mom using the phonogram cards - mom2abcd 21:23 Jun 11 (4)
    • Re: Could readers just play games with Mom using the phonogram cards - captuhura 3:53 Jun 12 (3)
      • How long does it take you each day and how many days per week do you do it? (m) - Lil3 4:58 Jun 12 (2)
        • That "by" should have been "buying" sigh...too early for me lol - captuhura 5:48 Jun 12 (0)
        • If you want to do just the rules and phonogram cards... - OhElizabeth 5:43 Jun 12 (0)

Do you supplement Singapore math? If so, what do you use? - PattyNJ 19:03 Jun 11 (0)

How do you decide what Bible verses for your children to memorize? (I think this is my last question for the night!) nt - KIN 19:02 Jun 11 (10)

• Scripture Memory Fellowship, they have... - Missy 20:02 Jun 12 (0)
• I prefer that they memorize chunks of scripture... - Tracy in Ky 9:12 Jun 12 (0)
• I made up a list of what I think is important...(m) - angela in ohio 6:34 Jun 12 (1)
  • This is a good list! (m) - Sherrill in VA 8:15 Jun 12 (0)
• We started with ABC Boble Verses by Susan Hunt. Includes a story for each verse. nt. - Brenda in FL 21:25 Jun 11 (1)
  • That's what we used this year. The application stories are very good! Bought it from Timberdoodle, which has lots of great stuff like that. nt - OhElizabeth 5:44 Jun 12 (0)
• it depends - Dawn K 20:17 Jun 11 (0)
• I have a few basics (John 3:16; 1Cor10:13; etc.), but then add in the ones from my children's Sunday School classes... - Elizabeth 19:12 Jun 11 (0)
• We just started using... - Debbie in BC 19:07 Jun 11 (1)
  • We enjoyed this too! m - profmom 20:25 Jun 11 (0)

What's the difference between Singapore's The Essential Parents' Guide to Primary Maths: Strategies for... - PattyNJ 18:55 Jun 11 (0)

How many days a week and how long each day would be sufficient for 7th grade??...TIA...nt - Cinthya 18:46 Jun 11 (8)

• OOPS!.....I meant to say for Typing.............nt - Cinthya 18:48 Jun 11 (7)
  • Is your 7th grader just learning or working on mastery? (m....) - Elizabeth 19:23 Jun 11 (6)
    • Can you give the link for the free online typing program you use? Thanks!! nt - Sue Scott Wellons 21:03 Jun 11 (2)
      • Here you go.... - Elizabeth 0:11 Jun 12 (1)
        • Thank you, thank you!! nt - Sue Scott Wellons 17:16 Jun 12 (0)
    • She is just learning............nt - Cinthya 19:40 Jun 11 (2)
      • My kids are just learning also -m - Kathie in VA 10:14 Jun 12 (0)
      • I'll try again since no else seems to be responding.... - Elizabeth 6:05 Jun 12 (0)

Is there anywhere to download 3-lined paper? I'm looking for 1/2" or 3/8" or a place to buy it? nt - KIN 18:46 Jun 11 (8)

• www.donnayoung.org has lots of different writing papers you can print for free. nt - Kisa in CA 19:21 Jun 11 (0)
• The Files section of the SWR yahoo group has lined paper that I use. It prints horiz. and vertically. nt - OhElizabeth 18:51 Jun 11 (6)
  • This is perfect! Do you copy it on both sides and print a bunch at a time? nt - KIN 18:59 Jun 11 (5)
    • I print it on one side and do a bunch. I hole punch them... - OhElizabeth 20:16 Jun 11 (4)
      • Maybe a silly question, but...is it cheaper to print the lined paper than to buy it? nt - profmom 20:27 Jun 11 (3)
        • I don't know if it's really any cheaper... but.... - Christa 1:27 Jun 12 (0)
        • If i use my return-the-cartridge-to-Staples coupon for a free ream of paper and print on "fast draft", i think it would be cheap enough. Lines don't eat up too much ink :-) nt - Peek a Boo 21:06 Jun 11 (0)
        • Dunno, I run mine for free at the office. nt - OhElizabeth 20:49 Jun 11 (0)

Could someone give me an idea on how long I should schedule Writeshop I to take everyday??..TIA...nt - Cinthya 18:34 Jun 11 (1)

• My schedule - Kim 21:28 Jun 11 (0)

Has anyone purchased "Nice 'N Easy Spanish Grammar" from Rainbow Resouces? I would love an opinion. - Elizabeth 18:29 Jun 11 (0)

How do you organize your memorization? Poetry one day, Bible another, history facts another, etc... - KIN 18:11 Jun 11 (21)

• We do everything every day - I keep a notebook with sections for each "category" (m) - angela in ohio 6:37 Jun 12 (0)
• Each of my children have a memory work notebook, and I have one that has everything in it. Everyday - Dawn 6:15 Jun 12 (0)
• There once was a post about keeping a poetry notebook that I thought I had saved....does anyone have it? nt - Amy in OH 3:41 Jun 12 (1)
  • Are you thinking of Kristine's post on her memory work notebook? nt - OhElizabeth 6:14 Jun 12 (0)
• We review our Scripture chapter or passage each day - mom2abcd 21:49 Jun 11 (0)
• I do a CD - WTMindy 21:00 Jun 11 (0)
• We're using the memory box system that someone posted about. New stuff is reviewed daily, then every other day, then weekly, and finally (and permanently) monthly. nt - Diane in Phoenix 19:45 Jun 11 (2)
  • This is the system I am using too (link inside).... - Elizabeth 19:58 Jun 11 (1)
    • A bit more after reading the inside of your post... - Elizabeth 20:03 Jun 11 (0)
• I heard Andrew Pudewa at our local conference... - Debbie in BC 19:29 Jun 11 (0)
• things we are just learning, everyday, things they have memorised, less frequently, but at least once a week. nt - Peela 19:14 Jun 11 (0)
• What we do (m) - Erica in OR 18:34 Jun 11 (6)
  • Erica, are you using this book... ?... - mom2abcd 21:40 Jun 11 (4)
    • Yes, that's the book link (plus an "it's a small world" story )... - Erica in OR 22:34 Jun 11 (3)
      • That is so cool! I've recommended this to so many people... tell your dh "thanks!" nt - Debra in CO 6:48 Jun 12 (0)
      • Oh, my! Definitley a "small world" story:o) Please thank him - mom2abcd 5:25 Jun 12 (0)
      • Bless you and your husband for this! It is a terrific resource. NT - JSJ in NC 5:01 Jun 12 (0)
  • What Bible memoriation book are you using? nt - KIN 19:01 Jun 11 (0)
• I've been trying to work this out as well... - Heather in VA 18:22 Jun 11 (2)
  • I just found this helpful info on memorizing scripture... - Heather in VA 18:29 Jun 11 (1)
    • This looks really neat. Thanks! nt - KIN 19:01 Jun 11 (0)

Imitations in Writing for upper elem. students...Does this writing seem to naturally carry over into other subjects... - Greta Lea:) 18:06 Jun 11 (3)

• Re: Imitations in Writing for upper elem. students...Does this writing seem to naturally carry over into other subjects... - Tammyla 7:46 Jun 12 (1)
  • What about summarizing part of SOTW chapter each week?... - Greta Lea:) 9:36 Jun 12 (0)
• Also, would the Writing Trails work also in this way?nt - Greta Lea:) 18:18 Jun 11 (0)

Draw Squad - weekly time commitment? -m - Kathie in Va 18:05 Jun 11 (5)

• We probably did 15min/3xweek... - Nan in Mass 5:09 Jun 12 (2)
  • Thanks. One more Q: Is this basicly self directed or teacher lead?? -nt - Kathie in VA 5:25 Jun 12 (1)
    • It worked better when I taught it, but it only took 5 minutes of my time... - Nan in Mass 9:32 Jun 12 (0)
• I believe the book suggests - Hallie 19:01 Jun 11 (1)
  • Oh wow, that makes a difference! -m - Kathie in VA 19:17 Jun 11 (0)

Latin for Children Users - Riley 17:51 Jun 11 (5)

• memorize spelling - KT in TX 13:50 Jun 12 (0)
• Sounds like he's doing great...there will be cumulative review - Julie in AK 20:41 Jun 11 (3)
  • Re: Sounds like he's doing great...there will be cumulative review - Riley 21:33 Jun 11 (2)
    • Oh darn it, the CD is really cute!! It is NOTHING like the LFC one... - Julie in AK 14:31 Jun 12 (1)
      • I still recommend the Minimus TM even if you don't like their activities because... - Julie in AK 14:34 Jun 12 (0)

Can someone tell me about Write Source? nt - Christy in Co 17:51 Jun 11 (1)

• Christy, my 6th grader (last year) used it for his English tutorial...what do you want to know? nt - Debbie 13:37 Jun 12 (0)

Ok...I am thinking of either buying the Wordsmart CD vocabular program...or buying Calvert's Spanish program?...Which one?... - Tammy 17:45 Jun 11 (4)

• It's difficult to choose apples vs oranges, but if I could choose only one - Claire 6:08 Jun 12 (3)
  • Claire....weren't you... - Tammy 6:27 Jun 12 (2)
    • Yes. What's more, my dd was adopted from South America, so Spanish - Claire 7:37 Jun 12 (1)
      • Claire...thanks so much...I finally just ordered it.... - Tammy 14:19 Jun 12 (0)

What uses How the Bible Came to Us?? I know I saw this recently... - KristineIN 17:42 Jun 11 (9)

• Looked this up on amazon... which author? Many with same title. nt - Rebecca 8:56 Jun 12 (2)
  • Author is Meryl Doney (nt) - Julie in MN 11:55 Jun 12 (1)
    • Thanks nt - Rebecca 11:59 Jun 12 (0)
• Ann Ward's 2nd grade uses it . nt - Padmé 18:55 Jun 11 (0)
• I think TOG uses it as well. nt - Heather in VA 18:10 Jun 11 (0)
• My Father's World uses it, and I know someone else does because I originally bought it for that (nt) - Julie in MN 18:09 Jun 11 (0)
• If I remember right, Veritas Press uses it. I think Greenleaf Press also recommends it. HTH. nt - Elizabeth 18:09 Jun 11 (0)
• Have you been to the bookstore lately? (m) - WendyWords 18:06 Jun 11 (0)
• i've used as a stand alone study... one chapter a week... nt - LatinaRepublicana 17:52 Jun 11 (0)

Ok...I am looking at using IEW US History Based Writing Lessons....any helps or hints to make this successful...thanks nm - Lorri 17:34 Jun 11 (1)

• Join the IEW Families Yahoo Group (link inside) - WendyWords 18:43 Jun 11 (0)

Decided on Sonlight for American History - have another question - Tamra in OH 17:17 Jun 11 (8)

• Thanks for all the tips and links ladies! I did just - Tamra in OH 11:18 Jun 12 (0)
• I have both.. - MIch elle 7:49 Jun 12 (3)
  • MIch elle..... - Denise in NE 9:35 Jun 12 (2)
    • SL 100 schedules the SL3/4 read alouds - MIch elle 10:28 Jun 12 (1)
      • Link - MIch elle 10:32 Jun 12 (0)
• I'm using SL 4 with girls the same age as yours. I may supplement the older reader, may not. nt - Laura R (FL) 18:23 Jun 11 (0)
• I decided to use this, too, with my kids who are the same ages as yours! nt