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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Dec 06 (0)
  • Argh - I'm fading fast in keeping up with schooling.... - Christy in CO 22:23 Dec 6 (1)
  • Anybody know anything about Anthony Horowitz books, specifically the Alex Rider series. Are they appropriate for an 11 yo boy? nt - mom2jrcsc 21:17 Dec 6 (0)
  • My youngest is a struggling reader and I'm looking for books that will build her confidence. She need books that are based strongly on phonics right now. m. - Belinda 20:44 Dec 6 (11)
  • abbey - and others - Greek question, if you don't mind... - earlybird mom (but tonight, a Greek goddess) 20:31 Dec 6 (0)
  • DVDs on Netflix - Dawn in TN 20:19 Dec 6 (1)
  • Delayed reading and writing -- how long does it take... - Doran 19:57 Dec 6 (3)
  • I just remembered I really wanted to do "Middle Ages Christmas" stuff this year. Ideas? nt - Christy B 19:54 Dec 6 (0)
  • Might someone recommend a math drill cd-rom for basic skills that isn't necessarily a "race against the clock" like Quarter Mile Math? nt - Doran 19:53 Dec 6 (1)
  • SWR users or anyone else with phonogram wisdom... - Dawn in TN 18:52 Dec 6 (4)
  • Opinions on RS4K Chemistry pre-level I.....m - Busy Bee 18:51 Dec 6 (4)
  • Lets Learn About Music -(asking 1 more time) Reviews? TIA nt - Jessica from Trivium Academy 18:25 Dec 6 (7)
  • Rachel in Singapore -- I finally saw your question to me and answered... - crystal 18:02 Dec 6 (0)
  • I could use your thoughts on Abeka Curr. (m) - Just Me 17:16 Dec 6 (11)
  • Just to clarify one point about "Espanol Para Chicos y Grandes".... - Julie in AK 17:06 Dec 6 (2)
  • Transitioning to chapter books - Katherine 17:02 Dec 6 (5)
  • Besides Sonlight and Winter Promise, are there any secular grammar stage American History programs? nm - Stacy in NJ 17:01 Dec 6 (0)
  • What's worked & not worked in your homeschooling experience? Here's my list and rambling of 7+ years of homeschooling: - MIch elle 16:03 Dec 6 (20)
  • GVA, I have another question about Sonlight for you down below. nt - Merry 15:07 Dec 6 (1)
  • What does word attack methods? - Testimony 14:18 Dec 6 (3)
  • Whoa! Out of the blue, a math quandry for my third grader. Help! - Christy B 14:13 Dec 6 (9)
  • Sequencing of Lial's math books - Zoraida 13:32 Dec 6 (2)
  • Paul, I posted again about Italian down below -- now that I know the ages of your dc. (nt) - Julie in AK 12:35 Dec 6 (1)
  • Do you do a timeline with SOTW? (m) - Malenki 11:43 Dec 6 (6)
  • How do you pronounce 'Sacajawea' ? (m) - my2boysteacher 11:25 Dec 6 (6)
  • I just got my Elementary Spanis Workbook! It looks terrific ! (m) - flpeggy 10:53 Dec 6 (2)
  • Any thoughts on K12 curriculum (m) - ladyinsocal 10:53 Dec 6 (2)
  • Do we need a separate grammar program with WriteShop I? NT - kbm 10:24 Dec 6 (2)
  • Thanks to everyone who answered my piano/music questions....m - Pensguys 10:00 Dec 6 (3)
  • Math Combo - Paul 9:58 Dec 6 (6)
  • SWR- I remember hearing about using a white board with lines. Can you tell me about this and how it is used? nt - nanette 9:39 Dec 6 (3)
  • Just Received 55 History Scribe's in One CD - Ginny 9:18 Dec 6 (4)
  • Anyone use Alpha Omega Science Lifepacs? Do you think they are tough? (more) - Kathryn 8:09 Dec 6 (1)
  • Anyone use RightStart Geometry? Opinions? - kbm 7:35 Dec 6 (7)
  • BJU Science and english 2 - longfamily5 7:34 Dec 6 (2)
  • Are there any cute online phonics for little ones set up more towards the Spalding method?? (m) - Christa 7:26 Dec 6 (1)
  • Can someone describe Amanda Bennett's Christmas study to me? (More) - Frankie 7:25 Dec 6 (0)
  • Has anyone been to IEW's two day seminar TWSS? - ShawneinFL 6:51 Dec 6 (1)
  • Right Start Math Games Kit and Sound Reading CD - Anita in Ohio 6:51 Dec 6 (3)
  • Has anyone received their copy of Guerber's "Story of the Ancient World" yet? - Rebecca in VA 6:21 Dec 6 (3)
  • Saxon Math 76 is NOT challenging enough for my 5th grader...... - Judith 6:02 Dec 6 (11)
  • I lost the website for music program that puts words to classic music, please help. nt - julia4 5:51 Dec 6 (2)
  • Italian - Paul 5:47 Dec 6 (10)
  • latin and spanish? - HollyDay 5:36 Dec 6 (12)
  • Q. about Lial's/Singapore math scheduling - LisaNY 5:05 Dec 6 (0)
  • hele latin 1 and rosetta stone spanish...at the same time? - angela 4:24 Dec 6 (0)
  • ? Let s Learn Music Book Series? Anyone seen or used these? - Jessica from Trivium Academy 3:00 Dec 6 (0)
  • God's Awesome Acts - If you have used this I would like your opinions please. nt - tlcmom 22:55 Dec 5 (2)
  • English / Spanish bilingual fairy tales books -- so excited, I had to share my find... - abbeyej 21:11 Dec 5 (19)
  • Rephrasing my question: What computer/internet programs do your 1st grade children enjoy that help with reading skills? nt - Debbie in Austin 20:56 Dec 5 (9)
  • PLEASE HELP - Which schedule seems more realistic (m) - Mel 18:30 Dec 5 (5)
  • I am considering Bob Jones for K5 materials, but I'm confused .... - CactusPair 18:24 Dec 5 (2)
  • What do you use for Music if your child isn't taking outside classes? TIA (nt) - Mel 18:07 Dec 5 (7)
  • For those who follow the WTM 5th grade history (i.e. Kingfisher Encyclopedia, outline, timeline, mapwork, summary), do you find the transition from SOTW in 4th grade to Kingfisher a smooth one? I'm debating whether or not to purchase a history curriculum after SOTW IV... - Lynn in CA 17:35 Dec 5 (1)
  • SOTW Activity Guide -is it just hands-on stuff, or are there review/discussion questions? - Laura in China 16:55 Dec 5 (11)
  • Jean in Wisc- Thanks for the link, it's exactly what I was looking for :-) nt - Steph 16:08 Dec 5 (1)
  • Am tutoring elem age child. Best web games for math or reading? - Barb in DC 16:04 Dec 5 (2)
  • Homeschooling after montessori preschool....-m - Mary in WA State 15:05 Dec 5 (5)
  • Typing: My son is great at Timba & Pumba Typing but it never has taken him past lesson 2!!! ????? nt - Lovin'Life 15:03 Dec 5 (1)
  • Rhonda in TX, about R&S English from WAY down below. - Lolly 14:37 Dec 5 (1)
  • Holiday Read-alouds revisited? - Jenny in Florida 14:20 Dec 5 (10)
  • How much time do you do read alouds? We seem to love good books - beck 14:01 Dec 5 (1)
  • If... - Elizabeth 13:58 Dec 5 (11)
  • How much time do you do read alouds? We seem to love good books - beck 13:54 Dec 5 (6)
  • Those that stopped FLL midway, why did you find you stalled out? (M) - one_l_michele 12:20 Dec 5 (5)
  • Can anyone help me find an online geography quiz posted several boards back? - Cindy in NY 11:58 Dec 5 (2)
  • Looking for a Latin text that gives a thorough explanation of grammar points. - Charlotte 10:50 Dec 5 (2)
  • Math help please!! My oldest ds is really struggling with Saxon 7/6 & we are almost at the end of the book. m - KJ in NC 9:15 Dec 5 (21)
  • My 1st grader writes s l o w. Very, very slow. Is this normal? - Nancy in Oh 9:01 Dec 5 (4)
  • What program do you use to teach cursive? nt - Allison TX 8:39 Dec 5 (7)
  • Timelines - Paul 8:36 Dec 5 (1)
  • Need some reassurance about Sequential Spelling... - Debbie in Austin 8:32 Dec 5 (6)
  • Is there anything comparable to StudyDog on the computer? (Either online or on CD.) - Debbie in Austin 8:29 Dec 5 (1)
  • Looking for a little affirmation or positive critiquing of my 4th grader's schedule... - Magic Wand 8:24 Dec 5 (15)
  • Didn't VP's last letter have a link for grade level standards? Am I dreaming our does someone know what - Magic Wand 8:07 Dec 5 (3)
  • BJU Curriculum - Alicia 7:31 Dec 5 (6)
  • Ria....could I email you about something....? - Tammy 7:25 Dec 5 (1)
  • For those of you doing LCC, what are you using for Modern Studies? - PattyNJ 7:00 Dec 5 (1)
  • What's the link to Queen's Homeschool? TIA. nt - Verena 6:52 Dec 5 (1)
  • Have we discussed Runkles Geography here lately? - Nicole 6:36 Dec 5 (4)
  • Do we need to do spelling if we're doing ETC? nt - nandmsmom 6:12 Dec 5 (1)
  • History Oyssey - With Grace 5:53 Dec 5 (5)
  • SOTW 4 activity guide, WOW! I really like it for upper grades! - MIch elle 5:44 Dec 5 (4)
  • Just got and watched LCII dvd lesson 1 and it's SO much better than LCI dvd... - MIch elle 5:33 Dec 5 (0)
  • Amy from Writing Tales , I have another question way down below. Thanks! (nt) - Pat in MI 4:38 Dec 5 (2)
  • A little impatient when reading sentences (m) - ladyinsocal 21:59 Dec 4 (4)
  • Ria, About Calvert Spanish? What are thier lesson plans/course like? - Mama Owl 21:57 Dec 4 (4)
  • Jessica, my2boys, closeacademy, shay, GVA - posted below - GTG post (link) - Laurie in VA 21:34 Dec 4 (1)
  • yo Dooley-- resources for aerodynamics :-) - Peek a Boo 21:26 Dec 4 (1)
  • First grade writing? - mom2three 21:05 Dec 4 (9)
  • SWR or TATRAS? - ChristyX5 20:54 Dec 4 (2)