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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Jul 16 (0)
  • HELP!.....Stepson (18) is visiting from Florida and may want to be homeschooled..(crosspost on General board)....m - Busy Bee 19:54 Jul 16 (2)
  • What do you use for vocabulary for a 9th and 11th grader? nt - Steph 17:59 Jul 16 (2)
  • "fun"/fav resource for learning about how gov't branches function (m) - Clara in Miami 17:28 Jul 16 (0)
  • Julie in Ca here is a post w/ the info on Spielvogel ISBN's, all purchased quite inexpensively(nt) - Clara in Miami 17:13 Jul 16 (1)
  • EPGY and the AP designation - MaryM 16:28 Jul 16 (10)
  • studying for SAT - katie 15:47 Jul 16 (3)
  • Further Up & Further In (Narnia unit study) and Literary Lessons from LOTR -- how would you list these on a transcript? nt - ereks mom 15:43 Jul 16 (1)
  • Julie in CA or anyone....How do you combine Omnibus 1 with a World History text?? - gail 14:54 Jul 16 (5)
  • Confused about Plutarch book . (m) - Needleroozer 13:44 Jul 16 (1)
  • Is Saxon Advanced Mathematics enough Geometry? - Jenna 13:42 Jul 16 (1)
  • Anyone's child taken the AP Physics test? - Jenna 13:40 Jul 16 (1)
  • My final 9th grade curriculum decisions. - lynn 13:02 Jul 16 (0)
  • Is there a curriculum or book for church history. Also looking for a good world view book/course for my teenagers. TIA NT - lynn 12:54 Jul 16 (0)
  • Is there a curriculum or book for church history. Also looking for a good world view book/course for my teenagers. TIA NT - lynn 12:49 Jul 16 (2)
  • Memorization list for Ancient history? (m) - Barbara B. 11:26 Jul 16 (0)
  • Kathleen, could you post the link to your son's blog? Thanks, nm - Catherine in WI 10:32 Jul 16 (5)
  • Moms of Girls: Did any of you choose for your daughters not to wear make-up after the age of 13? Reasons? If so, when will you permit it? TIA - Janet 9:49 Jul 16 (21)
  • Question about Abeka Grammar - Connie 9:20 Jul 16 (2)
  • Grammar Question..... - Catherine in WI 8:58 Jul 16 (3)
  • I need to clarify - getting mixed answers - does my ds do Apologia Physical Science while doing Pre-Algebra or after Pre-Algebra? nt - Christy in CO 8:54 Jul 16 (5)
  • If you hs all year round...do you skip the review lessons in new math levels or complete it all? - Tap, tap, tap 8:32 Jul 16 (2)
  • Anyone happen to have the ISBN to Spielvogel's Western Civilization 5th ed. Study Guide Volume II? - Schmittgirlz 8:04 Jul 16 (1)
  • Beautiful Feet guide: U.S. & World History From the Civil War to Vietnam, Sr. High... Did you use it as a 1 or 2 year course? (m).... - Anna 7:25 Jul 16 (4)
  • Please share a word of wisdom to those who are following behind. - Angela in NC 7:23 Jul 16 (2)
  • Zumdahl's Chemistry ---testing? - Cathy 7:23 Jul 16 (1)
  • Cross Post: POLL--What are the Top 10 MUST READ books by the time a student is done with high school? nt - Heather in MI 7:19 Jul 16 (1)
  • Is Rod and Staff 8th grade Math a Pre-Algebra text? Will it prepare the student for a text like Jacob's Algebra? TIA NT Alicia - Alicia 7:17 Jul 16 (2)
  • Any art curriculum recommendations for an artistic 8th grader? I have been looking at Draw/Paint Today and Artistic Pursuits, but I do not have access to see them in person. TIA nt - Noelle 7:12 Jul 16 (2)
  • SOS Spanish or Breaking the Barriar Spanish... - Teresa in MO 5:50 Jul 16 (2)
  • Movie recommendation: Who Killed the Electric Car? - Sandra in NC 5:07 Jul 16 (10)
  • Any must-reads for studying US history that you recommend (for either mom or the student)? - Osmosis Mom 4:30 Jul 16 (7)
  • Ancient Lit. help for the mom? - Martha in GA 20:03 Jul 15 (5)
  • For those who are so inclined, I posted resources on my blog tonight about Vincent Van Gogh. - percytruffle 17:12 Jul 15 (1)
  • In a public school, what science would an 8th grader typically study? nt - jac 16:58 Jul 15 (2)
  • Adrian, question for you - Karin 16:30 Jul 15 (3)
  • Is there a general board for 9-12? I see the K-8 but have some older kids..and questions. TIA - Janet 16:03 Jul 15 (3)
  • Gwen in VA -- Which Princeton prep book did your dc like for SAT II Math? Was it Math Workout or Cracking the SAT II? nt - ereks mom 14:22 Jul 15 (2)
  • Can anyone compare Saxon Math and Ace School of Tomorrow Math, please? For Algebra 1, which teaches it better to the student? (m) - Kim 12:38 Jul 15 (1)
  • How could I "beef up" Rainbow Science Year 2 (Biology & Earth Applications) for a 9th grade science class - or could I? nt - Christy in CO 7:46 Jul 15 (1)
  • New writing program "Jump In" by Apologia - this or Writing Strands 4 for an 8th grader? Also, has anyone here used "Jump In" and what did you think? nt - Christy in CO 7:35 Jul 15 (0)
  • Please refresh my memory - looking for a book on careers that lists possible professions according to one's interests/college major. Thanks! nt. - Kathy in NC 7:19 Jul 15 (2)
  • How do I keep my ds entering public high school reading the classics? Any experience or advice? He's resistant to homesschooling while attending full-time school. nt - Breann in WA 7:16 Jul 15 (4)
  • Has anyone use Literary Lessons from Lord of the Rings? - Elizabeth B. in NC 7:09 Jul 15 (5)
  • Teaching Textbooks Precalculus table of contents... Jann in Tx, Lori M, math moms.. help - Kate 22:23 Jul 14 (8)
  • I've mentioned my son's literature review site before...(m) - Kathleen 18:37 Jul 14 (1)
  • How many hours do you require per credit hour? 120? 150? more? And do you list it on your transcript or just credits earned? nt - Melissa B 18:21 Jul 14 (36)
  • Speed Reading 4 Kids.... - Catherine in WI 14:50 Jul 14 (7)
  • Applications of Grammar, has anyone heard anything on this? Thanks nt - lynn 14:11 Jul 14 (1)
  • X-post from K-8-IEW Question... - LunaLee 12:23 Jul 14 (1)
  • Teaching Company questions inside.... - Pam L 10:51 Jul 14 (4)
  • With an AA degree, is the SAT necessary? - Wendy 10:35 Jul 14 (3)
  • Does my 9th grade schedule looks good? - Judith 9:43 Jul 14 (4)
  • Need help finding an English 11 program for my dd - Polly 8:26 Jul 14 (3)
  • MaryM, bringing the physics thread up here... - Ms. Riding Hood (aka Lynne) 7:30 Jul 14 (3)
  • I need comments on my revised 8th grade plan - Mama Owl 7:27 Jul 14 (0)
  • Seeking anyone whose dc completed Apologia Advanced Chemistry & Advanced Chemistry in one school year... - ereks mom 7:09 Jul 14 (2)
  • Need info on Laura Berquist's "English Grammar" course/syllabus which uses Warriner's Third Course text (m)... - Anna 6:58 Jul 14 (2)
  • Aren't there any samples of the Great Source American Government book? - Osmosis Mom 5:53 Jul 14 (0)
  • Would I be making a mistake in preparing for HS Science if I opted not to follow the Apologia books..... - Christy in CO 5:30 Jul 14 (4)
  • Is it possible to purchase BJUP items used with HomeSat?... - karenciavo 5:30 Jul 14 (3)
  • Are credits counted by how many hours or completion of a class. We need 1 technology credit so if he took a 6 week class would this be enough? nt - lynn 5:05 Jul 14 (2)
  • would having ds do couch to 5K and run a 5K with him be enough for the 1/2 credit of PE? nt - lynn 5:02 Jul 14 (4)
  • Tina and Lesley: Thank you for your replies to my "teaching rhetoric" question!! (nt) - Liz CA 23:58 Jul 13 (0)
  • What's the difference between a phrase and clause? - Catherine in WI 22:51 Jul 13 (4)
  • Have any of you used World History for Dummies (or other books of it's ilk)... - Julie in CA 21:00 Jul 13 (7)
  • Could I get a basic ACT tutorial? Some quick Q's: - Laurie4b 18:43 Jul 13 (1)
  • Has anyone here ever tried Help for High School from BraveWriter? - ValinBC 18:25 Jul 13 (0)
  • Please name some non-textbookish sources for high school geo credit-options - Osmosis Mom 17:06 Jul 13 (2)
  • encouraging article on homeschoolers in The Harvard Crimson - Gwen in VA 16:35 Jul 13 (1)
  • Does anyone know of a website that has lesson plans or support materials for Write Source? - Jera 15:32 Jul 13 (0)
  • Real Science 4 Kids link, please? nt - Anna 14:29 Jul 13 (2)
  • Hewitt Lightining Literature and Composition credit question. - Yolanda 14:11 Jul 13 (2)
  • I need help with an "educational hole" for my son in geography. - JUlia 13:04 Jul 13 (9)
  • I need help with an "educational hole" for my son in geography. - JUlia 13:04 Jul 13 (0)
  • Could someone please compare Teaching Textbooks/TT & Math-U-See/MUS *Precalculus* courses. I'd really like to know more about the... - ereks mom 11:38 Jul 13 (6)
  • I found a great source for free audio discussions......mainly from a Catholic perspective - momof7 8:47 Jul 13 (1)
  • Jacobs Geometry- How much did you have dc do in each lesson from Sets I, II & III? And is it a 1-yr course? (m)... - Anna 8:45 Jul 13 (10)
  • Dave Ramsey's "Financial Peace For the Next Generation": Credit?? - Wendy 8:35 Jul 13 (1)
  • Can someone compare Chalkdust Algebra to TT Algebra? - kel 8:32 Jul 13 (9)
  • The Common Application now has a homeschool supplement -- - Gwen in VA 8:29 Jul 13 (3)
  • Just making sure. Lial's Intermediate Algebra is definitely and Algebra II text, right? Does it cover all the material that the Foerster Algebra II does (with the exception of the Trig)? TIA . nt - Alicia 7:21 Jul 13 (1)
  • Writing syllabi - what are the basics you need to include? - mooooom 6:45 Jul 13 (6)
  • A Brief History of the World - The Teaching Company - Janice in NJ 6:33 Jul 13 (1)
  • Are there any only high school transcript forms online? nt - lynn 5:37 Jul 13 (5)
  • Is anyone here planning to use Buen viaje for Spanish 1 next year? (m) - Ria 5:30 Jul 13 (8)
  • New common application homeschool supplement - CindyB/STL 22:36 Jul 12 (6)
  • Writing Program 8th and up.... - Susan 18:55 Jul 12 (12)
  • Spielvogals Western Civ. Instructors Manual online.....anyone ever had trouble getting an access code when you did NOT buy the book through them? - happymainemom 17:36 Jul 12 (0)
  • Two Co-op Questions ---- One about Spanish; the other is more general. - Lisa TX 16:49 Jul 12 (2)
  • Would a student take AP Physics "B" and then take the next level or do them both and only test once? (m) - MaryM 15:54 Jul 12 (5)
  • Well, oldest dd has completed orientation and is registered for college!! UNbelievable!! nt - StaceyinLA 14:34 Jul 12 (6)
  • Best ACT prep resources for an average student? nt - Claire 14:24 Jul 12 (3)
  • Self-Education continued ... - Luanne N. 13:57 Jul 12 (4)
  • LoriM, don't forget about me re: MUS Trig TOC. LOL! Thanks! nt - ereks mom 13:48 Jul 12 (2)
  • I would like my 9th grade son to have one more year of grammar. What program would you recommend? tia nt - lynn 13:41 Jul 12 (5)
  • I'm looking for a resource to help my dd with math word problems like she'll have on SAT. Any suggestions? Thanks! nt. - Kathy in NC 13:04 Jul 12 (5)
  • Veritas Omnibus - Do you need the CD? - Deb 12:41 Jul 12 (1)
  • Keystone National High School: a few questions.... - Janet in MA 12:09 Jul 12 (6)
  • What do you do and/or use to teach rhetoric? (m) - Liz CA 11:45 Jul 12 (2)
  • I know it's early (gr 8) but I want to start researching colleges in the States and Canada(m) - Karin 11:11 Jul 12 (0)
  • TOG users, do you use the writing component? If so, was it also revamped - Chris in CA 9:01 Jul 12 (1)
  • What is a good way for a non-science minded, learning-challenged high schooler to learn chemistry at home?... - Anna 7:42 Jul 12 (17)