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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Apr 12 (0)
  • What standardized test do you recommend?...... - EchoMom 22:28 Apr 12 (0)
  • Our K, 1st, 3rd & 6th grades for next year... - Shanna 22:18 Apr 12 (4)
  • Anyone use R.E.A.L. Science? I would be using it for a 1st/2nd m... - KEB 21:31 Apr 12 (0)
  • Those using CW?? - Shanna 21:31 Apr 12 (2)
  • My turn...4th grade schedule for the fall...what am I missing? - Heather in MI 21:29 Apr 12 (0)
  • Does this exist? A read program that introduces book genre, literary style, plot... - earlybird mom 21:02 Apr 12 (1)
  • Had an "aha!" moment (midlife crisis?) & considering following 4th gr schedule.... - TarponGirl 20:38 Apr 12 (4)
  • m assuming there are no discussion questions in the guidebook, right? nt - Chris in VA 20:33 Apr 12 (2)
  • Lost my link - what is the address for the math drill worksheet maker? TIA!! nt - earlybird mom 20:28 Apr 12 (1)
  • At what age or grade have you all started Latin?m - lisa in ohio 20:03 Apr 12 (8)
  • We've just finished our ITBS test. . . does anyone know. . . - Pam in MA 19:58 Apr 12 (1)
  • Pre-algebra: Teaching Textbook or Math-u-see? Looking for opinions on either of these.. - Tina Duke 19:06 Apr 12 (0)
  • How do you all use pdf files. DO you print directly onto heavier weight paper or do you - Illinois Owl 18:58 Apr 12 (2)
  • Decided to start with American History....sm - LisainMT 18:54 Apr 12 (5)
  • Anyone found a good Spanish program for elementary? How about Power Glide? nt - Shari 18:41 Apr 12 (3)
  • I know it's been asked before, but please indulge me: users of TWTM's fifth grade science recommendations- - Catherine 18:31 Apr 12 (0)
  • I am wondering about Words are Wonderful and Grammar Cop... - Kari C in FL 18:24 Apr 12 (0)
  • Diane in Phoenix- Do you have a french Bible? If so, which one? Also, a children's Bible in french? - Trivium Academy 17:52 Apr 12 (6)
  • Has anyone used Latin Road to English Grammar? (sm) - Wendi 17:50 Apr 12 (1)
  • I need advice. My dd is doing Saxon 5/4, she is (m) - Tani 17:50 Apr 12 (3)
  • Free NACD seminar in the Sacramento area (m) - Iliana 17:45 Apr 12 (1)
  • In my mind, I've always pronounced Apologia (science) "appa LOW gee uh". It just occurred to me that might not be right! Whaddy y'all say? nt - Nicole M 17:22 Apr 12 (11)
  • Another MFW question-- Use CTG or MOH or Sonlight ???..... - Janee'TX 17:07 Apr 12 (1)
  • Question about RightStart E - for those who have done all or most of it... - Heather in VA 16:54 Apr 12 (1)
  • Johanna, I saw your post on the gen board about McRuffy LA - CactusPair 16:37 Apr 12 (1)
  • Anyone use Your Business Math Series? Question inside. - NYSue 16:00 Apr 12 (2)
  • Tapestry of Grace? - Ellen in Atl 15:36 Apr 12 (3)
  • Wondering...About LA for next year- 4th gr. for my two dds... - Beth 15:01 Apr 12 (1)
  • My ds8 is having a really hard time reading multi-syllable words. Any suggestions? sm - Allison TX 14:51 Apr 12 (6)
  • SOTW I activity guide - captuhura 14:45 Apr 12 (3)
  • MFW Or Eclectic? - SandraD/Prov31Sandra 14:41 Apr 12 (7)
  • Any suggestions for illustrated Swiss Family Robinson or Hobbit books? - Amy in WI 14:27 Apr 12 (1)
  • Singapore Math versus Saxon - Danielle Matuschka 13:38 Apr 12 (11)
  • SOTW 1-Are the crafts and activities something an only child can do?...m - awanama 13:15 Apr 12 (14)
  • math drills - Leslie 13:02 Apr 12 (12)
  • Any Professor B Users who prefer the workbook/textbook to the CD? (m) - 2lilreds in NC 12:39 Apr 12 (3)
  • any thoughts on singapore science or their brain maths books? nt - adrienne (in MD) 12:39 Apr 12 (2)
  • Thank you for all the responses below on Calvert Math. They were all helpful. Now can I ask about Family Math? Does anyone use this? Can you post a review? TIA! nt - mama of two-ize 12:32 Apr 12 (0)
  • History Odyssey Users - elizajane 12:31 Apr 12 (1)
  • Has anyone NOT liked IEW for a reluctant writer? - Michelle T 12:08 Apr 12 (2)
  • DD is working in the Miquon orange book this year, and I have a few questions. sm - gandpsmommy 12:05 Apr 12 (0)
  • Has anyone lined up SOTW 4 w/ Veritas yet? nm - LNC 12:03 Apr 12 (2)
  • Writing opportunity... - saved1112 11:57 Apr 12 (0)
  • Real Science 4Kids - Did Chemistry, Doing Biology, Will do Physics later with "4th" and "6th" graders but...m - elleno in FL 11:37 Apr 12 (4)
  • Charlie and Peter, THANKS for getting the board back up--good work! (Aren't you all relieved?) (nt) - Susan Wise Bauer 11:31 Apr 12 (16)
  • Does anyone know if a hardback SOTW IV is even available? I can't find it on PHP website? Thanks. - Marie in OH 11:31 Apr 12 (2)
  • Sort of piggy backing MomaPapa's question a few threads down-- does anyone use IEW and Writing Tales. I am considering it... - Marie in OH 11:30 Apr 12 (0)
  • What is similar to ETC but more visual? m - Ann in WA 11:16 Apr 12 (5)
  • readers for 6.5 yo - Michelle in ND 11:14 Apr 12 (4)
  • Has anyone had success with Writing Tales with a VERY reluctant writer? (more) - MamaPapa 11:00 Apr 12 (2)
  • Questions about Math.... - Marsha 10:48 Apr 12 (0)
  • Start over with ancients, or do a year of American History? - Niffercoo 10:39 Apr 12 (5)
  • Singapore software... - Donna T. 10:30 Apr 12 (1)
  • Heads up... Knowledge box is having another 50% off sale... not sure if any are interested or not... info inside - LisaWA 10:19 Apr 12 (2)
  • Can anyone tell me where to buy Hakes Grammar and Writing? - Susan 10:12 Apr 12 (2)
  • Bringing up a topic from below comparing SWR / PAF and OPGR - Chelsea in tn 10:06 Apr 12 (2)
  • Thanks, Jean in W! - MIch elle 9:48 Apr 12 (2)
  • Singapore & Drill... - aubrey 9:24 Apr 12 (3)
  • All the Professor B posts got me thinking....and I pulled out our level 1 disk - Mama Owl 9:20 Apr 12 (1)
  • Confused re: CW...What exactly do I need to start out in Aesop? - PattyNJ 9:15 Apr 12 (2)
  • Will someone take a look at our 4th grade reading list? - Shari 9:10 Apr 12 (6)
  • Tell me, is MFW Adventures right for us if.............m - DianeJM 9:08 Apr 12 (7)
  • Easy French users-Did you purchase the Lapbook to go along? (m) - Trivium Academy 8:52 Apr 12 (11)
  • Thinking about starting dd on Singapore math. What book should I use? - Christina in OR 8:50 Apr 12 (3)
  • I am looking at the Writer's Jungle for my dd and have questions (m) - MelissaJ 8:42 Apr 12 (2)
  • Latin Road to English Grammar? Dd "audited" a Latin class at co-op this year, and her grammar has improved (m) - Christy B 8:37 Apr 12 (1)
  • Please save me a moment - TWTM recommends Latin for high school students for (m) - Sharon in SC 8:27 Apr 12 (6)
  • Need opinions on Wordly Wise 3000...m - Susan in TX 8:24 Apr 12 (3)
  • Siblings 18 months apart - Missy 8:20 Apr 12 (20)
  • akmommy - would you please describe home2teach's high school honors course? (m) - Sandra in FL 8:15 Apr 12 (0)
  • Winter Promise - guatmom 8:13 Apr 12 (5)
  • What are you using for 5th grade vocabulary? - Melissa 8:09 Apr 12 (11)
  • Anybody find Shurley Grammar has lack of practice in "other" areas? - Kristine 7:52 Apr 12 (5)
  • Has anyone read Beowulf as suggested in VP in 4th grade? - dkholland 7:47 Apr 12 (8)
  • YES! SO glad the boards are back! :-) nt - RhondaM. 7:44 Apr 12 (0)
  • PASS Test - Should I get the PDF format or have books mailed to me? (more) - Mel 7:42 Apr 12 (4)
  • TEST: Are we working yet? - Michelle My Bell 7:40 Apr 12 (0)
  • Test! nt - RM 7:34 Apr 12 (0)
  • need recommendations for a household manangement curriculum (m) - KathyJo 7:34 Apr 12 (3)
  • Can anyone tell me about Calvert Math? (sm) - mama of two-ize 7:25 Apr 12 (9)
  • I can breathe.....it's back! The board's really back! Hi girls! Hope you're feeling better, webmaster! nt - Amy from Writing Tales 7:20 Apr 12 (0)
  • Has anyone taught their dc to write without using a curriculum? (sm) - lemonshine 7:13 Apr 12 (12)
  • Is it really fixed? nt - Christina in OR 7:13 Apr 12 (0)
  • Help with 10 year old with reading struggles - Christina in Space Coast 7:10 Apr 12 (2)
  • Ok - last time I posted this I broke the board LOL - Does anyone want to see my plan for 3rd grade? - Heather in VA 7:09 Apr 12 (9)
  • what a nice surprise for the morning...yipee!! nt - Johanna (used to be cannefamily) 7:05 Apr 12 (0)
  • Testing to see if it's really working. nt - Trivium Academy 7:02 Apr 12 (1)
  • Writing Strands Question - Heather in IA 6:59 Apr 12 (17)
  • Yeah!! I can finally ask my question about CW. I have been to the website but don't have a clear understanding.... - momof7 6:42 Apr 12 (6)
  • Test! - Mom2-3 6:42 Apr 12 (1)
  • Glad you're feeling better Charlie - hope you have a great day! - Penny in VT 6:38 Apr 12 (1)
  • Repost-I am planning on using CW Aesop this year, which poetry book should I use? A or B? Thanks nt - Quiver0f10 6:35 Apr 12 (9)
  • Hurray!!!!! nt - OhElizabeth 6:34 Apr 12 (1)
  • YEAH! nt - Quiver0f10 6:32 Apr 12 (0)
  • Do I count as first??? Not a new board, but still....nt - Kelli in TN 6:31 Apr 12 (0)
  • The board's working again (nt) - Charlie at Peace Hill Press 6:28 Apr 12 (4)
  • Test - Nobody 6:28 Apr 12 (0)
  • Help me with my master plan, please - Karen in CO 13:09 Apr 8 (0)
  • Ok, I just have to say this: - Ellie 12:34 Apr 8 (1)
  • Does anyone on board use the Great Books Academy (aka - Angelican Academy)? - Christy in CO 10:38 Apr 8 (1)
  • Jump In writing program from Apologia - does middle grades mean 4-6, or jr high? - Michelle T 9:58 Apr 8 (0)
  • Link to the SWR Yahoo Support Group? Now that I'm a seasoned "yahooer" . . . nt - Sweetpeach 9:33 Apr 8 (1)
  • This was on the WP yahoo group. They will be including pictures of products within the next week or so. - Karie 6:46 Apr 8 (11)