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  • New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Aug 02 (0)
  • Hi Ladies! Long summer break--but I'm scheduling. Thoughts on SWR, R&S Grammar 3 and Aesop inside. Feedback from Aesop users please? - Alana 21:22 Aug 2 (0)
  • Writing Tales vs. Classical Writing - sted 21:03 Aug 2 (1)
  • For those who use Spelling Workout, a question ... what type of script do they use...(m) - Jennefer @ SSA 20:50 Aug 2 (3)
  • Teaching History to a 4th and 6th grader. - Manuela 20:34 Aug 2 (1)
  • Is it crazy/silly to do Ancient World History and US Geography?... - Sue G in PA 20:21 Aug 2 (5)
  • homeschool tracker users questions - carrie in Texas 20:16 Aug 2 (0)
  • OhElizabeth, you suggested Calvert spelling. Is there a place I can see a sample or can you describe it in more detail? TIA! nt - Kisa in CA 20:11 Aug 2 (1)
  • 2nd year of homeschooling, is there any literature questions/book reports I can connect to sotw2 ? - emily 19:58 Aug 2 (1)
  • History help needed please. - nanette 19:47 Aug 2 (1)
  • Has anyone else noticed errors on the test questions for SOTW 2...or is there just soooooo much chaos going on in my house that I am missing something? (very possible)..nt - Hot Lava Mama 19:28 Aug 2 (0)
  • Using Spelling Workout and RS 3 - Linda 19:07 Aug 2 (1)
  • Abeka World History 7-- Any comments on this? -m - Kathie in VA 19:05 Aug 2 (0)
  • How do you maintain the integrity of your school schedule while still being polite to unschooling friends? (m) - Emily 18:53 Aug 2 (7)
  • Switching to Spelling Workout for 3rd and 5th...do I need the Teacher Manuals? Thanks! nt - MM in MN 18:34 Aug 2 (3)
  • Name change..m - Excelsior! Academy 18:22 Aug 2 (0)
  • Could someone explain or give a link for this system? Thanks! nt - Heather in IA 17:38 Aug 2 (1)
  • I'm looking for input on Sonlight American History or Truthquest - Nancy in OH 17:29 Aug 2 (2)
  • Skeletons - kannart 17:19 Aug 2 (2)
  • What is the best and quickest way to cut workbooks for 3 ring binder........ - Amber 17:00 Aug 2 (10)
  • Trivium Acaemy?m - lisa in ohio 15:54 Aug 2 (1)
  • Scott Foresman Exploring Mathematics - any opinions? - Penny in VT, who hasn't visited in a while and has a question... 15:46 Aug 2 (4)
  • Colleen did you see my question for you below? If not, I'll ask again. Thanks. nt - SLB 15:12 Aug 2 (0)
  • where can i buy the series of early workbooks that include "About Three" - rebecca 15:07 Aug 2 (2)
  • Latin and Greek and Spanish- oh my - WWYD... - Heather in VA 15:07 Aug 2 (11)
  • 4th grade schedule: please give feedback - Soph in MN 14:55 Aug 2 (7)
  • literature study guides - hpymomof3 14:25 Aug 2 (2)
  • If only you had been a fly on my wall the last 2 days...... - momof7 14:18 Aug 2 (3)
  • Michele K.....here's my list - momof7 14:04 Aug 2 (1)
  • What are your best resources for a study on bridges? (m) - FloridaLisa 13:31 Aug 2 (3)
  • Bible Curriculum? Ideally Catholic? (m) - Julie (in Georgetown) 13:29 Aug 2 (4)
  • My dc do listen....sometimes... - stephanie 13:28 Aug 2 (1)
  • Beginning Kindergarten with an almost 6 year old, and wanted to ask a question regarding Sonlight... - HeatherinTenn 12:57 Aug 2 (3)
  • Terrific on-line resource to pass along - The Lukeion Project more - Delbra 12:54 Aug 2 (0)
  • Need some devotionals for little boys.... - Dawne 11:36 Aug 2 (3)
  • Question for those using the CM Memory system.....m - Pensguys 11:21 Aug 2 (13)
  • Questions re: using Rod and Staff English 5 with a 7th grader - Adrianne in IL 11:16 Aug 2 (7)
  • Drive Thru History, Has anyone used this? nt. - T Baer 10:52 Aug 2 (4)
  • Teaching Co. Joy of Science DVDs. How young can one go with these? (m) - Hoggirl 10:41 Aug 2 (1)
  • Has anyone used Portraits of American Girlhood? Or any other recommendations for a literature study using American Girl books? nt - Melissa B 10:28 Aug 2 (2)
  • Narnia Comp. Guide by VP, do you like it? - Ericaand3kids 10:21 Aug 2 (1)
  • Rick Steves' "Europe 101: History & Art for the Traveler" is a GREAT resource - even if you have no plans to travel any time soon...(m) - Colleen 10:11 Aug 2 (6)
  • timeline dilemma - fishermom 9:54 Aug 2 (0)
  • Another question about SOTW versions, this time V.2 ...(m) - Firefly1013 9:35 Aug 2 (3)
  • This is probably a dumb question, but does TOG have a print catalog they mail out? I'm trying to wade thru their website and can't seem to find it. Thanks! (nt) - FarmGal 9:14 Aug 2 (6)
  • a y'all memorizing any selections from the Iliad? - Nicole M (cross posting) 9:01 Aug 2 (5)
  • TarponGirl from below; question please about R&S English:o) sm - BarbinTN 8:01 Aug 2 (0)
  • Lively Latin - this sounds good too - Anyone use this? (m) - mel 7:43 Aug 2 (2)
  • Latin Road to English Grammar - Anyone use this? (m) - mel 7:38 Aug 2 (7)
  • Any recommendations for student microscope? 5th grade Biology student. nt - LisaCa 7:32 Aug 2 (4)
  • Do you use a reading program for 4th or will reading lots of library books be enough? TIA - mel 7:18 Aug 2 (3)
  • Anybody in PA that could answer a curriculum question for me?... - Sue G in PA 6:48 Aug 2 (3)
  • How much teacher prep and teacher time with student is required for MOH with the middle grades (4-8)? TIA nm - Janet 6:32 Aug 2 (3)
  • Upcoming 3rd grade makes me gulp! Qu. about writing and boys and balance.... - Verena 6:25 Aug 2 (16)
  • FIAR - Amy in Ky 6:24 Aug 2 (2)
  • Does TOG's Writing Aids take the place of the Write Source handbooks? - Mommyfaithe 6:19 Aug 2 (1)
  • Thank you for all your preschool ideas, they are working plus here's what else we have been doing... - Trivium Academy 6:18 Aug 2 (6)
  • Do the venors at conferences have better prices that buying online? - Sandy Redding 5:46 Aug 2 (12)
  • Please give me suggestions for Latin for my 12 yo who will finish LfC B soon. (sm) - Lana in TX 5:06 Aug 2 (16)
  • A BIG thanks to whoever mentioned using large poster boards help together by metal rings! I just put each week of our Classical Conversations on posters! - DawnUK 4:16 Aug 2 (2)
  • K4 Curriculum - Melinda 4:09 Aug 2 (10)
  • School Planner using Excel - Lorri 1:55 Aug 2 (3)
  • How do I teach my 2nd grader fractions of an inch - Cindy 23:24 Aug 1 (1)
  • MomOf7...can you link/list your Catholic book list please? Thanks!!!!! nt - Michele K 22:06 Aug 1 (0)
  • Is the TOG redesign year 2 available? Thanks. nt - Michele K 21:41 Aug 1 (3)
  • Sorry, still learning abbreviations.. - stephanie 21:25 Aug 1 (10)
  • Curiosity question: What are you most likely to put off, if push comes to shove in your school day? - earlybird mom 21:03 Aug 1 (34)
  • Cheapest/best places to buy curriculum (new)...any favorites? - Sue G in PA 20:28 Aug 1 (6)
  • Risas y Sonrisas or Speedy Spanish PRimer? - Ericaand3kids 20:07 Aug 1 (6)
  • I am still tweaking my reading program for my first grader and would love some feedback...(long m) - Jennefer @ SSA 19:59 Aug 1 (8)
  • Laura in China/Patricia in Atlanta....scheduling Latin Prep 1....m - Pensguys 19:52 Aug 1 (26)
  • Poll: How many days per week do you study history? Thanks! (nt) - Erica in PA 19:49 Aug 1 (29)
  • CDs at Wal-Mart... for only $1... more - LatinaRepublicana 19:46 Aug 1 (3)
  • Has anyone ever seen Homesat videos for sale on any swap boards? I just bought a friends' set of videos for 4th grade math and wonder if I will ever get be able to find them for 5th grade? If not, I think I'm not going to use them since I don't want dd to get hooked on them and not be able to stick with it. So has anyone seen them before? nt - steppingstonemomma 19:45 Aug 1 (4)
  • Anyone have a Rainbow Resource Discount Code? Do they even have them? nt - Ericaand3kids 19:41 Aug 1 (3)
  • What is the difference between Base 10 blocks and Unifix cubes? NM - Polly 19:38 Aug 1 (4)
  • Does anyone know of a book or audio of stories by Charles Dickens? m - ilovemy6kids 19:15 Aug 1 (3)
  • Question about Rod and Staff Math 6-- do your dc do all of the written work every day? (m) - Erica in PA 19:14 Aug 1 (2)
  • Teaching world religions: how do YOU do it? nt - Emily 18:10 Aug 1 (12)
  • Mom2abcd I answered your question about the Reader's Handbook below. Link inside! - StacyTea 17:32 Aug 1 (1)
  • Mom2abcd I answered your question about the Reader's Handbook below. Link inside! - StacyTea 17:32 Aug 1 (1)
  • So, if I use R&S for 2nd, 3rd, and 7th, the writing is enough, and I can go very light on the TOG Writing Aids?? m - kel 17:07 Aug 1 (4)