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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Jul 28 (0)
  • How To Teach Your Baby To Read - Gentle Revolution - K in VA 23:02 Jul 28 (0)
  • back from Day 1 of VHE Convention... talked with Susan Wise Bauer... attended one of her workshops... she is fantastic! and very funny, too! (more) - LatinaRepublicana 22:27 Jul 28 (0)
  • I found a copy of Latin Book One, yippee! tn - Chris in CA 21:59 Jul 28 (0)
  • Rod & Staff English Help Needed (m) - Kelly 21:33 Jul 28 (6)
  • For those who give their kids a daily or weekly list of work to do and let them go for it.... - Peela 21:10 Jul 28 (2)
  • I just received The Renaissance Art Book by O'Reilly.... - Julie in AK 20:59 Jul 28 (0)
  • shurley vs. rod and staff - Maria 20:44 Jul 28 (1)
  • I am looking at possible copywork for my son and need ideas - Alison in GA 20:32 Jul 28 (2)
  • saxon 8/7...new or old edition???? - Kristie 19:41 Jul 28 (2)
  • Please share your favorite math supplement for drill. (nt) - angela&boys 19:29 Jul 28 (5)
  • Phonogram study after 100EL - Anyone do this - Laurie in VA 18:42 Jul 28 (3)
  • Doing a bit of "light" reading this summer. Advice on Stalin needed. - Janice in NJ 17:22 Jul 28 (3)
  • Thanks for the help with hanging the showerboard! nt - Pensguys 17:08 Jul 28 (0)
  • WP...did I make the wrong decision? oh no - momto3 16:38 Jul 28 (5)
  • If you use Sonlight and SOTW.. - Marsha 16:35 Jul 28 (3)
  • Our family is planning a field trip/vacation to the Grand Canyon. Is there a good teaching resource to have prior to and/or to take with us?nt. - T Baer 16:23 Jul 28 (3)
  • Latin for Children - what about the extras, DVD's , Activity book and Readers - need them or no?? - Chris in CA 16:10 Jul 28 (6)
  • Thank you May in WA! (m) - Mean Mom 15:46 Jul 28 (1)
  • Colleen, thank you for answering my question re: handwriting instruction. And Renai, I really liked that link re: pencil grip. nt - AlmostLucy, back from camping 14:50 Jul 28 (0)
  • Does anyone use Rosetta Stone? Is it worth the money? - Joni 14:30 Jul 28 (2)
  • How did you choose between.... - Marsha 14:17 Jul 28 (5)
  • I'd like opinions on Memoria Press's Christian Studies Bible Course. - Rachel in KY 14:16 Jul 28 (1)
  • I am driving myself crazy!!!!! - Heather in MI 14:14 Jul 28 (5)
  • K12 Program - terri bentley 13:34 Jul 28 (2)
  • Excellent history DVDs from a Christian perspective! - Wendi 12:19 Jul 28 (11)
  • OK- another question- what is FLL and when do you start using it? - Cami in Ga 11:48 Jul 28 (3)
  • Where is a good place to order Martha Wilson's Latin Primer 2? I found it on Amazon, but no dvds or cds. Couldn't find it on RR. Help! nt - Jenn in Mo 11:36 Jul 28 (4)
  • Where do I order Rod and Staff from via internet?nt - Penny 11:35 Jul 28 (3)
  • curriculum that combines history, writing, reading and language arts for multiple levels - Caryl 11:16 Jul 28 (4)
  • HELP!! I just spent my budget on curriculum and forgot math for my dd! She needs to review fractions and start pre-algebra. Any free ideas? I hate my brain! TIA! nt - Rich with kids 11:00 Jul 28 (4)
  • Which would you choose - Rod & Staff 3 Science or Abeka 3 Science?? - Mel 10:50 Jul 28 (4)
  • Julieofsardis or other Brimwood Press fan: Question about timeline - Debbie in Plano 10:33 Jul 28 (2)
  • oing through IEW's TWSS and am so impressed! I can use this right away. I've ordered CW and am anxious to compare. - Penny 10:12 Jul 28 (2)
  • Sandra in IL-regarding Hewitt's Conceptual Physics - Catherine 10:07 Jul 28 (4)
  • Has anyone here used 'Essentials of Music Theory' from Alfred? m - Linda (Australia) 9:42 Jul 28 (1)
  • The Carden Method: anyone have experience with this? - Jenny 9:37 Jul 28 (0)
  • back from beautiful Capitola... stopped by Gayle's Bakery and Deli... now off to the VHE Convention in Modesto to see: Susan Wise Bauer, Andrew Pudewa and Adam Andrews of Teaching the Classics! (more) - LatinaRepublicana 9:01 Jul 28 (2)
  • Has anyone used or seen God's Design for The Physical World?..more - Gloria in AR 8:57 Jul 28 (3)
  • one last question and then I will shut up...MCP phonics users- cover to cover or skip around - sandraD/Prov31Sandra 8:07 Jul 28 (2)
  • Need info on The Phonetic Zoo... - MKH 8:06 Jul 28 (1)
  • Flimsy EFTRU flashcards???? - Heather in MI 7:44 Jul 28 (0)
  • I just watched the Britta's new DVD called You Can Do it (about using SWR) - Debbie B 7:17 Jul 28 (2)
  • related to post below- need ball and stick handwriting for K'er with approx 180 pages and continual review- perferable avail. at RR. - sandraD/Prov31Sandra 7:10 Jul 28 (2)
  • Need some fun ideas for independent/quiet learning activities for 2nd - 4th graders... - Amy in MD 6:41 Jul 28 (4)
  • 4th Grade Growing with Grammar vs R&S English 4... Feedback anyone?? nt - Sharon in NY 6:38 Jul 28 (1)
  • Does anyone know what reading level Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm is? Thanks. (nt) - Marie in OH 6:02 Jul 28 (1)
  • CC and CW? - Katie in Ny 5:40 Jul 28 (4)
  • Is there a curriculum that teaches spanish and latin simultaneously? - Maureen in TN 5:14 Jul 28 (4)
  • Thank You, thank you for all of the great responses on scheduling, school and house, I made copies of the comments! nt - Alison in KY 5:09 Jul 28 (0)
  • okay for K, if you were going to pick a workbook approach for math and LAs, what would you choose? m - sandraD/Prov31Sandra 4:54 Jul 28 (15)
  • Can somebody help me with teaching my 5th grader? - Donna A. 4:53 Jul 28 (13)
  • Is there a table of contents posted somewhere for SOTW 4? - Shari 4:46 Jul 28 (1)
  • Volcano model question - Carrie in WA 0:34 Jul 28 (1)
  • McGuffey Readers, mainly the primer and first... - Amanda in TX 21:58 Jul 27 (4)
  • What TOPS Science book shave you used, and what did you think?.... - Peela 21:38 Jul 27 (6)
  • Artistic Pursuits 4-6 would I need book 1 and 2 and alternate or do I do book 1 then book 2 ?? - Chris in CA (having a duh... moment) 21:08 Jul 27 (4)
  • How do you schedule Vocabulary from Classical Roots? - AmyCC 20:52 Jul 27 (2)
  • Any Advice for me? We're starting SOTW Vol 1. Monday and I'm nervous... - Jessica in GA 20:50 Jul 27 (10)
  • When studying LC or LfC, do you have your student memorize the Latin maxim (saying)? (nt) - Jennifer in FL 20:37 Jul 27 (3)
  • For those who use OPGTR. I hate to beat a dead horse - BarbinTN 20:05 Jul 27 (11)
  • Of those using MFW ECC and higher next year- would like to see what else you are using to supplement subjects not included. - Cami in Ga 19:57 Jul 27 (12)
  • FLL, how many times weekly? - ThriceBlessed 19:51 Jul 27 (8)
  • Does anyone use "Bible Study Guide for All Ages?"...I need some help. m - Holly in FL 19:20 Jul 27 (6)
  • Stratton house kits or other suggestions.. - Stacie 19:09 Jul 27 (2)
  • Questions about WinterPromise for 6th grade ds - K in MI 18:57 Jul 27 (2)
  • Coming off board break (sort of)...if you have a 4x8 piece of showerboard on your wall...m - Pensguys 18:43 Jul 27 (7)
  • Well I'm just twittering..... - Yevrah 18:39 Jul 27 (7)
  • Dates to correspond to the chapters in STOW 3? - Michal 18:30 Jul 27 (3)
  • Do you all have set times for your subjects or just whenever they get done? - Anita 18:29 Jul 27 (10)
  • Could use some help planning for DS grade 1. This is what I'm planning... - Angela D 18:23 Jul 27 (3)
  • Monnie in East KY, I answered you about Latin centered way below - momof7 18:10 Jul 27 (2)
  • Has anyone put together a list combinig all the suggested readings by grade level from WTM, SL, VP, etc? - Kay in Cal 17:55 Jul 27 (4)
  • A question about piano teachers - Sue in St Pete 17:54 Jul 27 (5)
  • SWR- tried it and dislike other than for the reason that it was intimidating or difficult to understand or implement? - sandraD/Prov31Sandra 17:28 Jul 27 (9)
  • Need reading help! - Sandi 17:15 Jul 27 (7)
  • Are there 2 versions of the cds for SOTW volume 1? I am so confused.... - beccasboys 17:11 Jul 27 (4)
  • Colleen, what was it you were using for bible/devotions it looked interesting tia nt - Chris in CA 17:02 Jul 27 (0)
  • It's here already!!!!! - Heather in MI 16:59 Jul 27 (1)
  • I'm sorry for asking again but I can't find it. Which Saxon math can be skipped, its it 8/7 or 1/2? TIA - Patty 16:20 Jul 27 (6)
  • Middle school secular science choices? - Sandra in IL 16:00 Jul 27 (12)
  • Looking for a large poster showing the five kingdom and taxomony chart - Dawn K 15:57 Jul 27 (1)
  • History Pockets - how to put together? m - 10Acres 15:28 Jul 27 (5)
  • Thinking about taking the plunge and buying Teaching the Classics - Chris in CA 15:19 Jul 27 (3)
  • Classical Composition users.. - Cindi 14:26 Jul 27 (1)
  • Question unfinished work/"home work" - GaMom3 14:05 Jul 27 (3)
  • How's this for a plan re: Teaching 5yo reading...and THANKS (m) - Lee 13:30 Jul 27 (2)
  • Could someone pretty please give me some latin advice?? - KFamily 13:22 Jul 27 (3)
  • Sunny I answered your question about my question WAYYYY Down there - - Chris in CA 13:16 Jul 27 (6)
  • Can anyone tell me about WP's Animals and Their Worlds? - Joyful 13:09 Jul 27 (6)
  • I can't solve this Singapore Math 4th grade challenging word problem. - Sue in St Pete, totally embarassed 12:58 Jul 27 (14)
  • More comments about Tapestry of Grace? m - Caryl 12:57 Jul 27 (5)
  • Is it possible for a child to learn how to play the violin at home? . . . - lisa 12:52 Jul 27 (5)
  • I'm reading Climbing Parnassus considering buying Latin-Centered Curriculum any opunions on it?(m) - Tina in ME 12:23 Jul 27 (6)
  • I hereby make a motion that all board posters stop correcting their original posts. We all know you're busy moms and not submitting your post for grammatical review! - Penny 12:07 Jul 27 (10)