K-8 Curriculum Board

What we do...(m) - Nancy in SoCal 20:58 Jul 26 (0)
Anyone? Bueller? - Kay in Cal 17:11 Jul 26 (1)
- We review occasionally (m) - Kellin 17:25 Jul 26 (0)

Reading level, is there a place... - Karen 14:53 Jul 26 (1)

You could try this site... - awanama 18:25 Jul 26 (0)

All about spelling uses the Spallding method but is more user friendly. Is that correct? Opinions? - Christina in OR 14:47 Jul 26 (5)

II read all about Spalding and reviews of Spaldingesque programs... (m) - Hope in Canada 20:23 Jul 26 (0)
Lucky you - starting AAS with a 1st grader! (m) - CindyP 16:21 Jul 26 (2)
- Does it teach the Spalding markings? nt - Christina in OR 16:51 Jul 26 (1)
  - Thankfully...No! :-) - Polly 18:01 Jul 26 (0)
Just my opinion.. - sherylinarctic 15:35 Jul 26 (0)

Small panic. We may be starting school in less than a month . Please check my 5th grade list. - Christina in OR 14:42 Jul 26 (2)

If you'll be using the art and music in ECC then it sounds fine. :o) nt - saved1112 20:24 Jul 26 (0)
just wondering - Hoggirl 17:40 Jul 26 (0)

Classical Kids Collection. Do you like this? How does it look in your homeschool? - Sandy Redding 14:33 Jul 26 (8)

I am so excited to see how much everyone has enjoyed these. I made the plunge and bought every one of them. I can't wait to use them! nt - Jennefer @ SSA 20:50 Jul 26 (0)
Does anyone have/use the teacher's guides for these? Are they worth getting? nt - yvonne in ca 20:47 Jul 26 (0)
Love these, too....My plan... - Karen K. in Tx 19:17 Jul 26 (0)
My kids love these...m - dangermom 18:46 Jul 26 (0)
Mine love these also... - Eleanor 18:16 Jul 26 (0)
Love these!! - Stephanie Z 18:05 Jul 26 (0)
They are great. We listen to them in the car for fun. nt - KarenNC 16:27 Jul 26 (0)
We LOVE these at our house....... - SLB 15:56 Jul 26 (0)

Re -Intro and questions - Heather in NC 14:19 Jul 26 (3)

We're about halfway through SOTW 1 with ds10 and dd7.... - Karen K. in Tx 20:00 Jul 26 (0)
Here's what I'm doing... - Karen 14:50 Jul 26 (0)
I would just require more written work, timeline stuff exc. from a child that age. nt - Christina in OR 14:49 Jul 26 (0)

I love the schedules you post. What are you using to create them? - gapeach 13:45 Jul 26 (0)

Do any of you have a Physics book that you absolutely loved? - Rocking Horse 13:42 Jul 26 (8)

Dd read "Can you feel the Force" ... - Karen 15:41 Jul 26 (1)
- Thanks! - Rocking Horse 16:28 Jul 26 (0)
Teaching Physics with Toys. link enclosed. (m) - claire up north 14:47 Jul 26 (3)
- Thanks - Rocking Horse 16:27 Jul 26 (0)
- Oops. Here's the link. nt - claire up north 14:48 Jul 26 (1)
  - double oops. I can't get the link to post :( Here it is *again.* You can copy and paste it I guess. nt - claire up north 14:51 Jul 26 (0)
We liked the Usborne Internet-Linked Science physics books, and the Schlessinger Media physics videos nt - Anne/PA 14:05 Jul 26 (1)
- Re: We liked the Usborne Internet-Linked Science physics books, and the Schlessinger Media physics videos nt - Rocking Horse 16:28 Jul 26 (0)

Elementary Spanish Users...questions about scheduling... - Magic Wand 13:38 Jul 26 (2)

each show is about 20 min and they do the workbook page during that time. sm - kaylk in tx 13:55 Jul 26 (1)
- Perfect. Thanks, (sm) - Magic Wand 14:28 Jul 26 (0)

My dd received a letter in the mail from a potential pen-pal...I'm assuming it's someone from this board..details inside... - Magic Wand 13:34 Jul 26 (0)

From Spelling Poll below: I'm shocked not one person mentioned Building Spelling Skills by CLP... - SandraD/Prov31Sandra 13:15 Jul 26 (2)

We used it for 2nd grade... - Daisy 14:00 Jul 26 (0)
We used it in the 5th grade ....ds didn't care for it m - Tap, tap, tap 13:59 Jul 26 (0)

How do you correct spelling mistakes w/i their writing... - Alison in KY 12:56 Jul 26 (5)

I quietly add the words to the spelling list for that week (nt) - Laura in China 19:20 Jul 26 (0)
I only mark spelling if it was a word we have worked on. m - Tap, tap, tap 13:17 Jul 26 (1)
- Me too. - Debra in CO 13:32 Jul 26 (0)
I put a check mark in pencil next to the word with "sp" inside the check. - Jean in Wisc 13:15 Jul 26 (0)
I'd get a student dictionary and have him use that. It would be great practice (m) - Ria 12:59 Jul 26 (0)

Ladies, is shopping at Half.com safe? They don't have the PayPal secure feature like Ebay does. Just wondering before I order any books from that site. TIA! - StacyTea 12:34 Jul 26 (7)

I use it frequently for books and have been pleased. My 2nd fave after Amazon Marketplace. nt. - CactusPair 20:23 Jul 26 (0)
I've used half.com for years with no problems. nt - Sue in St Pete 18:31 Jul 26 (0)
Bought from them for eons...nt - Dooley 15:12 Jul 26 (0)
I've never had a problem and we've been buying and selling with half.com for several years. nt - samba 13:29 Jul 26 (0)
I haven't had a problem... - siloam 13:06 Jul 26 (0)
I've ordered several books from half.com over the past few years. - Fran51 12:43 Jul 26 (0)
I have ordered a LOT of books from half.com and have never had a problem. They don't, however, accept PayPal --I wish they did 'cuz I'd buy more! (nt) - Laura in OH 12:40 Jul 26 (0)

At Costco today I saw an interesting little French program for young children and thought of Jessica and others with littles.... - Nicole M 12:33 Jul 26 (1)

oh, also, FYI, at Costco, I picked up a copy of Painless Vocabulary and it looks quite good. - Nicole M 12:40 Jul 26 (0)

Dawn K, about your planning post below: how do you store these plans you make? - Nicole M 12:25 Jul 26 (4)

After printing the schedules I've made in MS word out, I will just put them in a three-ring binder. - Dawn K 22:33 Jul 26 (0)
Homeschool tracker might work for you - Christina in OR 14:24 Jul 26 (2)
- hmm, I thought that wasn't Mac compatible? - Nicole M 16:24 Jul 26 (1)
  - some people run it using the parallels program, I believe /nft - katilac 18:22 Jul 26 (0)

Giant Science Resource Book....how do you use it? - Sandy Redding 12:24 Jul 26 (4)

We will use it for notebooking and as worksheets. nt - Dawn K 22:35 Jul 26 (0)
Not very often. My children don't really enjoy "worksheets". However, my DH uses it a ton in his 1st gr. classrm. nt - Daisy 14:33 Jul 26 (0)
We used it in lapbooking for making "minute books" of info, or labeling the worksheet illustrations or as - Lori D. 14:06 Jul 26 (0)
Mainly for coloring pages to accompany Apologia elementary while I read aloud. nt - Veronica 12:56 Jul 26 (0)

Blackstone Audio - Is this good place to buy audiobooks, is there homeschoolers discount. Thanks.nt - sherylinarctic 12:14 Jul 26 (6)

The one thing about Blackstone that I don't like... - yvonne in ca 12:59 Jul 26 (3)
- Most of the audiobooks I get from the library are the same way even though they're not Blackstone. It is annoying because if I take the CD out of the CD player, I have to remember which track I was on. nt - Elizabeth B. in NC 21:13 Jul 26 (0)
- thanks for pointing that out. Maybe I'll give them a call. Thanks.nt - sherylinarctic 13:10 Jul 26 (1)
  - I guess I should do that, huh?! lol Could you let me know what you find out? nt - yvonne in ca 20:48 Jul 26 (0)
Oh that would be great! I'll try there, thanks so much.nt - sherylinarctic 12:47 Jul 26 (0)
They used to discount 50% for homeschoolers if you called in your order and told them you homeschooled. nt - Michele in MN 12:19 Jul 26 (0)

I need some perspective. I'm getting so concerned about writing programs, teaching writing, etc...(m) - Colleen 12:12 Jul 26 (40)

Well, I now have Apologia's new program in hand (Jump In) and (m) - Lisa in southern MD 16:31 Jul 26 (0)
I was helped a lot by listening to SWB's CD on Writing in the Classical Curriculum.... - Christy in CO 15:49 Jul 26 (2)
- If you just want a thought on the writing programs you listed... - Christy in CO 15:57 Jul 26 (1)
  - Thanks, Christy...(m) - Colleen 16:18 Jul 26 (0)
Re: I need some perspective. I'm getting so concerned about writing programs, teaching writing, etc...(m) - Colleen in NS 14:56 Jul 26 (0)
Writing for publication... - Anne/PA 13:59 Jul 26 (2)
- Anne, I would love to see a list! Thanks! nt - Janice in NJ 14:14 Jul 26 (1)
  - Let's see if this reprints, from a note that I sent a friend. Should have all the information... - Anne/PA 14:29 Jul 26 (0)
One thing that might be of interest (m) - Ria 13:16 Jul 26 (2)
- SL offers a 30-day free trial too. :-) - Janice in NJ 13:28 Jul 26 (0)
- And outlines are of little consequence to me. ;-) (m) - Colleen 13:20 Jul 26 (0)
Re: I need some perspective. I'm getting so concerned about writing programs, teaching writing, etc...(m) - Six meadows 13:03 Jul 26 (1)
- Thanks, Cheri. (nt) - Colleen 13:22 Jul 26 (0)
Re: I need some perspective. I'm getting so concerned about writing programs, teaching writing, etc...(m) - Diane 12:54 Jul 26 (1)
- Yes, I used and enjoyed Classical Writing (Aesop) several years ago, but I wasn't compelled to continue with the series. (nt) - Colleen 13:18 Jul 26 (0)
I think you need to prioritize grammar, writing instruction and lit analysis. lm - Stacy in NJ 12:44 Jul 26 (3)
- Right, that's what I'm thinking about...(m) - Colleen 13:25 Jul 26 (0)
- or, with regard to R & S.... - Nicole M 12:55 Jul 26 (1)
  - I don't plan to go beyond R&S 8...(m) - Colleen 13:27 Jul 26 (0)
Re: I need some perspective. I'm getting so concerned about writing programs, teaching writing, etc...(m) - Janice in NJ 12:39 Jul 26 (4)
- Maybe I'm not being clear...(m) - Colleen 13:45 Jul 26 (0)
- Re: This is a great post! In addition...(m) - cm 13:28 Jul 26 (1)
  - Oh, I don't think the stereotypical class essay gets overlooked; if anything, it gets too much attenion, in my opinion! (nt) - Colleen 13:41 Jul 26 (0)
- What a great post! Thanks, Janice. nt - Luann in ID 12:59 Jul 26 (0)
Lightning Lit is not a lot of writing... - Laura in CT 12:36 Jul 26 (2)
- Yes, ds did LL7 plus SL5 plus a few extras last year, no prob. nt - Laurel in CA 14:26 Jul 26 (0)
- Yes, that's my impression of Lightning Lit...(m) - Colleen 13:30 Jul 26 (0)
My completely inexpert thoughts...m - Jami in TX 12:25 Jul 26 (1)
- Right...(m) - Colleen 13:34 Jul 26 (0)
I know you said not to recommend other programs,but did you look at the new SL LA?.... - Rhondabee 12:24 Jul 26 (10)
- Yes, the samples look good, but I don't have a great deal of faith in SL as far as LA is concerned. (m) - Colleen 13:39 Jul 26 (3)
  - Actually, I just glanced through the SL LA 6 again, and I think it suffers from a lot of the same problems that existed in the past...(m) - Colleen 15:55 Jul 26 (1)
    - Well, that settles that (LOL!). Thanks for letting me know! nt - Rhondabee 16:41 Jul 26 (0)
  - Yep...I know what you're saying (M) - Ria 13:48 Jul 26 (0)
- I just ordered this (m) - Ria 12:33 Jul 26 (5)
  - Re: I just ordered this (m) - six meadows 12:52 Jul 26 (4)
    - Okay (m) - Ria 12:55 Jul 26 (3)
      - How *do* you find these trips? nt - Rhondabee 16:39 Jul 26 (1)
        
        It's a camp - Ria 16:48 Jul 26 (0)
      - Re: Okay (m) - six meadows 13:22 Jul 26 (0)

Just posted lots of SWR materials on Sale/Swap board. Thanks. nt. - sherylinarctic 12:06 Jul 26 (0)

Grammar focus vs. Writing focus ? - Cheller 11:42 Jul 26 (4)

Both (more) - Sara D 14:37 Jul 26 (3)
- This is where he really struggles .. - Cheller 16:55 Jul 26 (2)
  - I make a sharp distincion between *creative* writing and writing reports, essays, and so forth - katilac 18:40 Jul 26 (1)
    - Thanks.. that does sound like a more reasonable goal. nt - Cheller 20:35 Jul 26 (0)

I need some test tubes within the next week, any ideas where to buy ? - Karie 11:40 Jul 26 (5)

American Science and Surplus (link) - claire up north 15:25 Jul 26 (0)
Hobby stores-especially ones with trains, remote controlled planes (etc.), models, etc.... - Jeanne in MN 13:50 Jul 26 (0)
Hometrainingtools.com is usually super-fast with shipping... - ChrisN in NY 12:40 Jul 26 (0)
If you have a local independent toy store, try there. Most have a science section. nt - Kellin 12:15 Jul 26 (0)
Do you have a teacher supply store in your area? I saw some at ours last week.... - Rhondabee 11:43 Jul 26 (0)

BJU Math 2: what do I really *need*? - Dawne 11:03 Jul 26 (4)

My ds will be using BJU Math 3 this year....... - hopscotch 12:53 Jul 26 (1)
- Thanks! (nt) - Dawne 13:15 Jul 26 (0)
TE & student book are all you *really* need. m - Veronica 12:31 Jul 26 (1)
- thank you Veronica! (nt) - Dawne 12:54 Jul 26 (0)

Has anyone put R&S math lessons for grades 4, 5 or 6 in a 1-2 pgs. table format? - Magic Wand 10:49 Jul 26 (0)

Is there a place to buy lapbooks and folds(pre-cut) that are blank? It takes too long for us to cut everything and I need some things just to get us started. TIA nt - Kimber 10:36 Jul 26 (8)

I'm not sure, but Tobin's Lab might. - Kris 12:42 Jul 26 (0)
The only company I know that sells pre cut folds is KBC. - Tina in WA 11:42 Jul 26 (3)
- I called the Knowledge Box Central people. They sell blank folders and pre-cut folds. It's called "The Starter Kit." I bought the mega one. Good Luck nt - Kimber 16:03 Jul 26 (1)
  - Forgot about those. :o) But the pre-cut ones from the starter kit... - Tina in WA 17:37 Jul 26 (0)
- What I do with the cutting dilemma is... - Tina in WA 11:48 Jul 26 (0)
Link inside - Jennefer @ SSA 10:54 Jul 26 (2)
- Thank you sooo much. I'm soo far behind on everything. The last thing I need to worry about is cutting paper and keeping the scissors from my 2 yo. : o ) nt - Kimber 10:57 Jul 26 (1)
  - You are welcome and I know exactly what you mean. I have a 1 year old and a 2 year old I am trying to keep busy while I school! It's a little crazy! nt - Jennefer @ SSA 11:00 Jul 26 (0)

Oh no-- I think I need "school in a box" but which box? - TaraHen 10:34 Jul 26 (9)

Thanks everyone! - TaraHen 18:15 Jul 26 (0)
Sonlight is actually pretty easy to adapt for secular use ... - AngieW in Texas 15:53 Jul 26 (0)
Here's some info... - SandraD/Prov31Sandra 13:22 Jul 26 (0)
How about Moving Beyond the Page? - TaraHen 12:51 Jul 26 (1)
- I liked the format but was disappointed by the quality and quantity for the price...m - Tap, tap, tap 13:03 Jul 26 (0)
Well, I wouldn't use Calvert 2 with any student EXCEPT one who was solid to advanced in LA, so I think... - Pam "SFSOM" in TN 12:27 Jul 26 (2)
- this was my sense as well.... - Nicole M 12:42 Jul 26 (1)
  - We used 1 & 2 years ago. It wasn't too much in quantity, but it was rigorous. nt - Pam "SFSOM" in TN 13:36 Jul 26 (0)
If I had one that age, I would use Livingbookscurriculum.com, and add in - Carmen & Co. 11:45 Jul 26 (0)

Anyone have a favourite Video/ DVD series on Bible Stories, early Church History, etc they could recommend.? - Linda (Australia) 9:51 Jul 26 (4)

We have this whole set and love them...m - Holly in FL 14:33 Jul 26 (0)
Drive Thru History (link inside) - Midwest Momma 11:17 Jul 26 (1)
- We absolutely LOVE this series! (nt) - Wendi 14:26 Jul 26 (0)
I love these...link (m) - Rich with kids 10:08 Jul 26 (0)

Is there anything like SparkNotes that is for upper elementary & middle school literature (Newbery winners & such)? nt - ereks mom 9:32 Jul 26 (3)

I haven't found any *one* source..... - Rhondabee 11:42 Jul 26 (1)
- Okay, I've been googling, and here are a couple of sites that appear to be what I'm looking for. Just wanted to share in case anyone else needs them... - ereks mom 13:45 Jul 26 (0)
A FREE online source, I mean. nt - ereks mom 9:37 Jul 26 (0)

Help me remember which science program I am thinking of for my youngest (m) - MelissaJ 9:13 Jul 26 (2)

My World Science. (nt) - Jackie in AR 9:16 Jul 26 (1)
- Thank you so much.nt - MelissaJ 9:19 Jul 26 (0)

Rosetta Stone French... any opinions, experience, etc. I am considering ordering. (m) - Raea 9:01 Jul 26 (1)

We are using it free from our library on-line. (our library's version does NOT appear to be the travel version.) - momof7 9:07 Jul 26 (0)

Rosetta Stone French ... what components should a person order (m) - Raea 8:59 Jul 26 (1)

Re: Rosetta Stone French ... what components should a person order (m) - Raea 9:00 Jul 26 (0)

Colleen and others (potentially) planning to order items from the UK - There's another postal strike underway for the next 2 weeks. - Brit 8:57 Jul 26 (2)

Oh, that's grand. Sigh. Thanks for the word of warning, though. (nt) - Colleen 11:48 Jul 26 (0)
Oh man - I just placed my order at Galore Park - well, I gave myself lots of time. nt - Christy in CO 9:05 Jul 26 (0)

Which would you choose for grammar under these circumstances (sm) - Brit 8:52 Jul 26 (1)

My suggestion is to do Hake 7....... - Claire 9:16 Jul 26 (0)

Laura in China - I posted down below a list of book suggestions. nm - Nan in Mass 8:50 Jul 26 (1)

Thanks - I'll take a look (nt) - Laura in China 19:18 Jul 26 (0)

X-post: Musition from Sibelius: Complete Music Theory Software ? more - Natalija 8:49 Jul 26 (0)

Has anyone done the Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning books by Galore Park? They look like logic skills - are they? nt - Christy in CO 8:45 Jul 26 (0)

Planning on Lively Latin beta version this fall-should I download it now so I don't risk (more) - MamaPapa 8:44 Jul 26 (5)

I wasn't aware that she was cutting off access to Beta users when LL is released. (m) - nmoira 11:27 Jul 26 (2)
- I don't know, I just assumed she'd be cutting it off, but I could be (more) - MamaPapa 15:16 Jul 26 (1)
  - I thought I read on LCE yahoo that she is going to keep the online version available too. nt - Pensguys 20:49 Jul 26 (0)
Re: Planning on Lively Latin beta version this fall-should I download it now so I don't risk (more) - ldee 9:20 Jul 26 (1)
- Thanks so much! nt - MamaPapa 15:19 Jul 26 (0)

Mosdos literature: Coral level-- can I get by without the $70 teacher's edition? And is the student workbook worth it? (nt) - molly's mom 8:40 Jul 26 (2)

Re: Mosdos literature: Coral level-- can I get by without the $70 teacher's edition? And is the student workbook worth it? (nt) - Bee 10:03 Jul 26 (1)
- I was waffling btwn using Mosdos or BJU Reading (m) - StacyTea 11:38 Jul 26 (0)

X-post :(Apologia) General Science Class with Mr. Rosenoff - Potter's School - Natalija 8:39 Jul 26 (0)

For Minimus/Latin do you really need the instructor's guide? I know a little latin. - ShelliR 8:08 Jul 26 (3)

There is a minimus yahoo group where you can download the instructor's guide.... - Elizabeth B. in NC 8:24 Jul 26 (2)
- You'll definately want the IG... - Kay in Cal 10:06 Jul 26 (1)
  - I'll second this-- the guide is worth it! - TaraHen 11:39 Jul 26 (0)

Trivum Academy: You posted your resources for ds but where are you purchasing from? m - jubilee 8:00 Jul 26 (5)

Just an idea.... - Robin in DFW 11:57 Jul 26 (0)
I'm shopping at Amazon for everything, I tried other retailers but the availability & price... - Trivium Academy 8:21 Jul 26 (3)
- Thank you! nt - jubilee 10:57 Jul 26 (0)
- Oh, by the way THANK YOU EVERYONE for your responses about preschool toys! - Trivium Academy 8:27 Jul 26 (1)
  - I feel your pain - gapeach 10:05 Jul 26 (0)

Has anyone used BJU 7 Writing and Grammar? ...m - DeeinFL 7:48 Jul 26 (2)

We like it a lot (m) - Veronica 8:55 Jul 26 (1)
- Re: We like it a lot (m) - DeeinFL 13:10 Jul 26 (0)

hey Lee (5wolfcubs).... (m) - KerriF 7:46 Jul 26 (4)

Bummer! Well, the monsoon is here...the rains will come! :) sm - 5wolfcubs 8:07 Jul 26 (3)
- 5wolfcubs - I loved your website/blog. I spent forever this morning looking at everything! I am so inspired by you! Thanks! nt - Jennefer @ SSA 8:36 Jul 26 (2)
  - I'll jump on this bandwagon - I love BOTH your blogs! - earlybird mom 9:19 Jul 26 (1)
    - Thank you very much! - Jennefer @ SSA 10:16 Jul 26 (0)

Latin for 3rd grader. could you just post the options and I can try to search for discussions. - ShelliR 7:36 Jul 26 (6)

Latin Primer (avail. at www.logosschool.com) link inside - Vanna 12:01 Jul 26 (0)
My 3rd grader is using Prima Latina .. nt - Kelly in VA 11:12 Jul 26 (0)
Latin for Children is perfect for 3rd grade. (nt) - buddhabelly 9:19 Jul 26 (0)
Prima Latina, Latina Christiana, Latin Primer, Minimus. nt - Elizabeth B. in NC 7:43 Jul 26 (0)
Lively Latin! link only - 5wolfcubs 7:41 Jul 26 (1)
- That would be my choice for 3rd. NT - Diane 9:26 Jul 26 (0)

What do you use for Literature in elementary? - Gamom3 7:31 Jul 26 (1)

A few ideas... - Lori D. 8:22 Jul 26 (0)

How do you talk to your daughters about the changes that take place during puberty? - LisaB of IN 7:21 Jul 26 (9)

The Body Book is another one. We bought it - Karin 11:17 Jul 26 (0)
Generations of virtue has a great three book set. Only on body changes, nothing sexual discussed in this. - momee 8:15 Jul 26 (5)
- Thanks so much. This is exactly what I was looking for. - LisaB of IN 15:46 Jul 26 (0)
- What are the titles in the series? m - profmom 14:16 Jul 26 (0)
- Natalija or others... our set is for sale. Like new. - mom2abcd 14:13 Jul 26 (0)
- I, too, have been searching. This sounds perfect! The only book I found that I liked is the little pink booklet by Queen Homeschool but it is very brief. Thanks for sharing! nm - Natalija 9:03 Jul 26 (1)
  - More info... - momee 9:30 Jul 26 (0)
For changes in her I'd use the Care & Keeping of You by American Girl. But first make sure she knows the basics. nt - Belinda 7:26 Jul 26 (1)
- This is a good one we used. Very informative on all kinds of changes... - Jeanne in MN 13:56 Jul 26 (0)

Those of you who write down everything you're going to do ... (m) - Stephanie not in TX 7:20 Jul 26 (4)

First set the goals (which are probably too much in too short a time) and then just do "daily effort" toward - Lh 12:25 Jul 26 (0)
For things like history, I "plan" for less time than I have "scheduled".... - Rhondabee 8:09 Jul 26 (0)
Write the plans like you're writing them for someone else... - abbeyej 7:30 Jul 26 (1)
- thank you for this great advice!...it's exactly what I need to hear. (nt) - Karen K. in Tx 18:14 Jul 26 (0)

Has anyone used the HTTA Suggested Placement Guide for timelines....m - Pensguys 7:15 Jul 26 (0)

Would some kind souls list their 4th grade schedule please? - Lisa in WV 7:12 Jul 26 (1)

did you see the thread on this further down the board? I'll try to link it.... - Karen K. in Tx 19:37 Jul 26 (0)

First day special for older kids? - Linda in NM 6:26 Jul 26 (6)

My son LOVES Starbucks...an expedition, though--1/2 hour away. nt - Linda in NM 14:57 Jul 26 (1)
- We'll be walking half an hour to the cafe through the university campus - Laura in China 19:17 Jul 26 (0)
Re: First day special for older kids? - stephanie 10:19 Jul 26 (0)
We always celebrate by going to DQ. We start the morning by - momof7 9:09 Jul 26 (0)
Great idea, Laura...we may go to Starbucks, then finish up early and go to lunch and a movie. nt - Pensguys 7:05 Jul 26 (0)
I'm planning on homeschooling at a cafe - Laura in China 7:02 Jul 26 (0)

Ok...back to our regularly scheduled program..." The Lesson Planning Discussion" - Mommyfaithe 6:26 Jul 26 (28)

Here's what I'm trying this year, eventually this will be a blog post.... - Kristiana 15:03 Jul 26 (0)
My method is similar to Dawn K's, here are a few samples... - angela in ohio 14:32 Jul 26 (1)
- Oh, and (m) - angela in ohio 14:34 Jul 26 (0)
My plan in progress (link inside) - Heather in Seattle 12:35 Jul 26 (4)
- I think you might need a google account, too? Anyone else know (nt) - Heather in Seattle 14:08 Jul 26 (0)
- more thoughts... - Heather in Seattle 12:39 Jul 26 (2)
  - I keep getting a message I'm not allowed to view your doc... - kay in Cal 13:27 Jul 26 (1)
    - I think it's public now...first time I ever used it (nt) - heather in Seattle 14:06 Jul 26 (0)
I do my planning by subject, with a different set of plans typed up for each. - Dawn K 7:17 Jul 26 (11)
- I just emailed everyone that had posted prior to 1:51 am July 27 - Dawn K 22:53 Jul 26 (0)
- this sounds like my style...may I see your sample please? thank you!! - gail 20:43 Jul 26 (0)
- May I see samples too, please? Thanks! nt - RitaRose 13:56 Jul 26 (0)
- Re: I do my planning by subject, with a different set of plans typed up for each. - sarah 13:39 Jul 26 (0)
- Me too! email inside - PameLA in VA 12:25 Jul 26 (0)
- I'd like to see them, too. Email inside, otherwise nt. - Jennifer Not 11:02 Jul 26 (0)
- Add me to the list, pretty please... - Magic Wand 10:18 Jul 26 (0)
- I would like your samples too. Thank you! nt - Laura in OK 10:14 Jul 26 (0)
- I'd like to see samples also, please. nt - Rhonda in WA 9:39 Jul 26 (0)
- May I see samples too, please? - hopscotch 8:30 Jul 26 (0)
- I'd like these samples, please. nt - Pensguys 7:19 Jul 26 (0)
A possible method to the madness... - Trivium Academy 6:52 Jul 26 (1)
- SMOOOCHES!!!!! I think this is just what i need to do.... - Mommyfaithe 7:27 Jul 26 (0)
(((Hugs))) I watch you both and am inspired by your work! I think we need a WTM MOM (Moms of Many) support group! :oD - Lisa in southern MD 6:50 Jul 26 (0)
I'm sorry Faithe....here's to a better year! :) - momof7 6:41 Jul 26 (4)
- momof7, (another question about your kids' planners)... - Karen K. in Tx 18:26 Jul 26 (0)
- AMEN Sister!!!!! - Mommyfaithe 6:50 Jul 26 (1)
  - Not Momof7 (obviously), but I just made up my own grid in Word... - Rhondabee 8:16 Jul 26 (0)
- YIKES,,,,,everytime I don't proofread, I regret it. It's supposed to say "telling MYSELF!!" - momof7 6:43 Jul 26 (0)

I need your best colored pencils rec. (sm) - Verena 6:24 Jul 26 (18)

Prismacolor are our favorites by far. . . - Stephanie Z 18:14 Jul 26 (0)
We've used a few brands and here's one not mentioned, plus our reviews - Karin 11:22 Jul 26 (1)
- TY! I actually have that catalog :-). nt - Verena 14:38 Jul 26 (0)
Prismacolor has a junior version we love! Rainbow Resource carries them (nm) - Kris 8:22 Jul 26 (3)
- TY. Do you know if they are sturdy? nt - Verena 10:24 Jul 26 (2)
  - They seem to be sturdy. We haven't had a problem. - Kris 12:46 Jul 26 (1)
    - Thanks, Kris. That's good to know. nt - Verena 14:39 Jul 26 (0)
We like Lyra pencils; they're fantastic -- link only inside - Nicole M 6:33 Jul 26 (10)
- Which ones do you recommend, for which ages? Thanks! nt - Kay in Cal 15:02 Jul 26 (1)
  - We've been using the Super Ferbys here since upper elementary. (nm) - Kareni 20:01 Jul 26 (0)
- Thanks! Have you ordered anything else from this site? sm - Verena 10:23 Jul 26 (4)
  - yes, we use their math notebooks and in the past used the handwriting book... - Nicole M 12:50 Jul 26 (0)
  - YES!!! I get most of our paper & paint supplies from this supplier & mentioned them often. nm - Carmen & CO. 11:48 Jul 26 (2)
    - Thanks for posting, ladies! nt - Verena 14:40 Jul 26 (1)
      - Also, grab pencil & crayon extenders if not sold out. nm - Carmen & Co. 17:58 Jul 26 (0)
- And yet another vote for Lyra. They are going strong through the high school years. (nm) - Kareni 9:28 Jul 26 (0)
- DItto! We've used them for almost 5 years, and love them. nm - Carmen & CO. 8:09 Jul 26 (0)
- We love Lyra too! nt - Stacia 6:37 Jul 26 (0)

Michelle K - I posted re: Calvert below to answer your questions nt - Maureen in TN 6:01 Jul 26 (1)

Sorry to misspell, I mean Michele K - Maureen in Tn 6:03 Jul 26 (0)

Looking for a good hs planner for multiple kids... - Sue G in PA 5:34 Jul 26 (4)

I like this one...........link - hopscotch 8:46 Jul 26 (1)
- This link gives better samples....... - hopscotch 9:07 Jul 26 (0)
You can buy individual planners as cheap as $4 each at office or school supply stores. nt - momof7 6:44 Jul 26 (0)
Donnayoung.org has planning sheets that you can use with 2 students. nt - Closeacademy 5:44 Jul 26 (0)

Can anyone give info. on Apples and Pears spelling... - stephanie 5:13 Jul 26 (1)

if you repost on the Special Needs board, there are several people there who use it (nt) - AngieW in Texas 7:38 Jul 26 (0)

Thanks again, Angela. That is a great idea. .... - stephanie 5:03 Jul 26 (1)

Your welcome!!! nt - Angela in TN 9:27 Jul 26 (0)

The Word Within the Word Has anyone seen or used this?... - Kelly on the prairie 4:59 Jul 26 (1)

I have Word within the Word I and II, although I haven't used them. My dd is still in Caesar's English, which precedes Word within the Word. - Melissa B 5:34 Jul 26 (0)

Another link for timeline ideas, and another place to shop with low shipping rates! -m - Kathie in VA 4:50 Jul 26 (3)

Thanks for posting this. I've been thinking about how to do a "to scale" timeline & this article really crystallizes the 'how-to' part! nt - yvonne in ca 9:00 Jul 26 (0)
Good timeline idea. My husband INSISTS that the timeline be to scale like her. Wish she had pictures. nt - Praisefor3 5:49 Jul 26 (0)
Thanks for timeline ideas! - Sweetpeach 5:22 Jul 26 (0)

User friends Latin for Moms? (m) - Dana in NC 4:47 Jul 26 (2)

I like Getting Started With Latin by Bill Linney. - Dawne 6:20 Jul 26 (0)
What about So You Really Want to Learn Latin? (from Galore press)...nt - Linda in NM 6:18 Jul 26 (0)

Thanks to all who encouraged me about FIAR! I needed to hear your wisdom. nt - CactusPair 23:57 Jul 25 (0)

latina christiana - KSummer 23:23 Jul 25 (3)

I use it all - - the dvds are what makes latin happen around here - katilac 4:43 Jul 26 (0)
We did it without DVDs but loved the flash cards. nt - Laura in CT 4:30 Jul 26 (0)
Re: latina christiana - Linda (Australia) 2:33 Jul 26 (0)

Color coding timeline figures...........I read this years ago and don't remember where............... - Amber 22:54 Jul 25 (5)

I do this but a little differently... - Heather in MI 5:00 Jul 26 (4)
- Re: thats a great idea........ - Amber 6:00 Jul 26 (0)
- I've never heard of this sticker-maker machine...m - Holly in FL 5:52 Jul 26 (2)
  - Well, I'm big into scrapbooking so I use it for that but... - Heather in MI 8:15 Jul 26 (1)
    - Thanks. nt - Holly in FL 9:11 Jul 26 (0)

All right, I think I've finally decided everything. Here's our 8th grade, more like a book than a list (m) - Veronica 22:53 Jul 25 (5)

My 2 cents worth (g)... - Lori D. 8:34 Jul 26 (1)
- Thanks (m) - Veronica 9:09 Jul 26 (0)
Similar to ours...my son wants German and Latin, and... - Linda in NM 6:22 Jul 26 (0)
Doesn't look too heavy, looks great. I'm all for keeping them around too :-) I think LoriM goes to 14th grade because her girls are so smart. nt - karenciavo 4:28 Jul 26 (1)
- Thanks (m) - Veronica 9:13 Jul 26 (0)

Pictures of our Tapestry of Grace projects! link - 5wolfcubs 22:52 Jul 25 (22)

I love it! - siloam 9:50 Jul 26 (0)
Re: Pictures of our Tapestry of Grace projects! link - sherylinarctic 8:50 Jul 26 (0)
Those are awesome!! I love the ancient year. (nt) - Jackie in AR 7:51 Jul 26 (0)
Awesome. Makes me want to go back to Yr 1! Your kiddos kid a great job. So are you going to have a little art show with family and friends? (nt) - KerriF 7:41 Jul 26 (0)
Thanks for looking everyone -- I'm looking forward to adding lots more pictures as they year goes by! nt - 5wolfcubs 7:38 Jul 26 (0)
Very impressive! Now please share your tips... - mom2abcd 7:12 Jul 26 (3)
- Well, we have NO outside activities right now...m - 5wolfcubs 7:30 Jul 26 (2)
  - Thanks. Yes, that "running" does take its toll. nt - mom2abcd 14:17 Jul 26 (0)
  - We're on our 4th year homeschooling and that's been a hard lesson to learn - momee 8:19 Jul 26 (0)
This is wonderful!! Thanks so much for sharing! nt - Verena 6:11 Jul 26 (0)
Oh, duh, I just posted to you below, but wanted to say again TFS! This is fabulous! - Lisa in southern MD 5:40 Jul 26 (1)
- Sorry, N/T above or here! - Lisa 5:41 Jul 26 (0)
How fun! Question for you.. - Debbie C. 5:34 Jul 26 (0)
Non-TOG users can purchase these craft & writing projects from Enrichment4you.com nm - Carmen & Co. 5:07 Jul 26 (1)
- The Fruity Pharaoh came from H&Hs...the other projects came from Ancient Egyptians & their Neighbors, Make it Work Ancient Egypt, and Old Testament Days. I'll have to check out Enrichment4you.com! nt - 5wolfcubs 7:04 Jul 26 (0)
I want to come do school at your house! Looks like you are having a fun year! nt - Quiver0f10 4:33 Jul 26 (2)
- That's exactly what I was thinking! Or maybe have her come do school at MY house! :o) nt - Lisa in southern MD 5:43 Jul 26 (1)
  - Ohh! Even better! nt - Quiver0f10 9:04 Jul 26 (0)
Fantastic! nt - karenciavo 4:05 Jul 26 (0)
Re: Pictures of our Tapestry of Grace projects! link - Trivium Academy 3:58 Jul 26 (1)
- Thanks! Maybe that'll motivate me to write more! :) nt - 5wolfcubs 7:36 Jul 26 (0)
Lee, these look great! I will be starting TOG Y1 next year, and your projects help to get me excited to go through the ancients for a second time (1st with TOG). (nt) - Diane in Hong Kong 1:46 Jul 26 (0)

How much do your children memorize each year? How does memory work change for you in 5th grade? nt - Melissa B 22:27 Jul 25 (9)

Thanks! This is the first year I am putting together "memory work" as an actual goal for the school year. nt - Melissa B 13:30 Jul 26 (0)
Our memory work is all planned out for us -m - Kathie in VA 13:14 Jul 26 (0)
Re: How much do your children memorize each year? How does memory work change for you in 5th grade? nt - abbeyej 7:26 Jul 26 (0)
We're placing more on geogrpahy, prose, poetry, quotes, and specific math & science formulas & definitions. . . - Carmen & Co. 5:04 Jul 26 (0)
Scripture in English, Greek & Latin along with prayers, songs, and creeds... - karenciavo 4:14 Jul 26 (0)
So far I just gather a list of what could be memorized and we work on that... - Trivium Academy 4:10 Jul 26 (0)
Not a great deal. A smattering of poetry, or a famous speech, perhaps. Bible verses, sometimes, for church. My guys enjoy learning things like state capitals, but they do that on their own. I never make anyone memorize lists. (nt) - Colleen 23:10 Jul 25 (1)
- Same here.... - Tammy 7:47 Jul 26 (0)
we dont do a lot- just some poetry, which we enjoy. No real inclination to change. nt - Peela 22:28 Jul 25 (0)

I'm replied to all the responses from my previous post. We have SWR- doesn't work at the present. Is there a video out there that I can watch? nt - Michele K 21:52 Jul 25 (2)

The videos will help.... - siloam 9:39 Jul 26 (0)
There are 2 videos. (m) - sherylinarctic 22:45 Jul 25 (0)

Middle Ages book lists, help! - Karen 21:35 Jul 25 (7)

Thanks! Now I'll have to make my list (which I've sort of been putting of)! - Karen 10:19 Jul 26 (0)
Here's what my two read last year - Jenny in Florida 6:56 Jul 26 (4)
- Do you assign them a book a week or ? - mom2abcd 7:14 Jul 26 (3)
  - I assign by number of pages. - Jenny in Florida 7:37 Jul 26 (2)
    - Thanks. It must work! Are you able to get the books from the library or - mom2abcd 14:20 Jul 26 (1)
      - I'm a failure with libraries. - Jenny in Florida 16:38 Jul 26 (0)
Re: Middle Ages book lists, help! - Nissi 3:54 Jul 26 (0)

Poll: What curriculum do you use for spelling? nt - Kisa in CA 21:08 Jul 25 (46)

Megawords. nt - Sue in St Pete 18:36 Jul 26 (0)
Apples and Pears. nt - Michelle T 14:12 Jul 26 (0)
All About Spelling. nt - CindyP 11:22 Jul 26 (0)
Calvert Speller-Vocab workbks..have the cds too...sweet and short.nm - Lyn NoCA 8:47 Jul 26 (0)
Calvert Spelling and Vocab on CD, old version. nt - Elizabeth B. in NC 8:36 Jul 26 (0)
The Phonetic Zoo. nt - whirly-swirly-coffee-girlie 8:08 Jul 26 (1)
- Me, too. (nt) - Wendi 14:37 Jul 26 (0)
Megawords for one child, Flashkid for another (but I'll be trying Sequential spelling with that one) nt - AngieW in Texas 7:40 Ju

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