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New board posted - Tim at Peace Hill Press 23:17 Jun 15 (0)

Anyone used the poetry course from IEW? m - Katie 23:16 Jun 15 (0)

DS is an avid reader and is reading at 4th grade level in 1st but now I don't know what to do about phonics (m) - Monica 21:25 Jun 15 (1)

I would... - saved1112 21:37 Jun 15 (0)

Anybody Know where I can see samples of Mindbenders online? nm - Mel in Ga. 21:16 Jun 15 (1)

here ya go - Chris in CA 21:31 Jun 15 (0)

Typing software recommendation needed... - Laurie in SEA 21:08 Jun 15 (3)

We really like Typing Instructor sold by Timberdoodle for 10$ nt - Chris in CA 21:41 Jun 15 (2)
- Is there a demo for this or sample to view online? Thanks nt - saved1112 21:49 Jun 15 (1)
  - Hmm, I don't know Timberdoodle has a pretty detailed description but no sample nt - Chris in CA 22:35 Jun 15 (0)

Should I buy the Tab Set when I order TOG? Thanks!! nt - Kirsten in MO 20:34 Jun 15 (1)

I didn't. :-) nt - WTMindy 22:36 Jun 15 (0)

Phonics Pathway (page 66) - How can you tell the 'age level' your child is reading at? - Sarah 20:16 Jun 15 (0)

Feeling kinda dense....what is the difference between classical, ecclesiastical, and Italianate pronunciation for Latin? nt - Jenn in Mo 20:05 Jun 15 (2)

The below was copied from a website, so does not reflect my opinions. (more) - Julie in AK 21:38 Jun 15 (0)
See if this helps. (Italianate & Ecclesiastical are the same.) - Juliein AK 21:23 Jun 15 (0)

If my 8 & 6 year old have finished Martha Wilson's Latin Primer 1, should we go to Prima Latina or will it be too redundant? - Jenn in Mo 19:57 Jun 15 (1)

Re: If my 8 & 6 year old have finished Martha Wilson's Latin Primer 1, should we go to Prima Latina or will it be too redundant? - Kim in MO 20:24 Jun 15 (0)

What programs are available to elementary aged children outside of church, girl/boyscouts and 4-H?? - Melissa B 19:48 Jun 15 (3)

Pioneer Club.. link inside... - saved1112 20:32 Jun 15 (0)
Some ideas......... - Donna in OH 20:01 Jun 15 (0)
The Keepers and Contenders Program from Keeper of the Faith--this is great!! link inside... - Terri in WA 19:54 Jun 15 (0)

complete curriculum? - Kristi Freemyer 19:48 Jun 15 (1)

I don't know anything about The Trent School but for curriculums.. - Heather in VA 19:54 Jun 15 (0)

The reading discussion below is great....I have a question about the Bob Jones booklinks.... - SLB 19:42 Jun 15 (0)

WWYD: If I did Prima Latina with a 1st and 3rd grader (m) - RedHen 19:35 Jun 15 (2)

I recently asked this exact question! . . . - Brenda in FL 21:56 Jun 15 (0)
I'm in the same boat, thanks for posting this question. I'm waiting on pins and needles for a response. nt - Kimber 20:06 Jun 15 (0)

Finally ironed out my science choices - thanks for all the info. - Chris in CA 19:16 Jun 15 (1)

I know it's a relief to have made a decision. Congrats! I finally decided too -- RS in 6th & then we'll see...Stay tuned! LOL! nt - ereks mom 21:08 Jun 15 (0)

HWT paper size question....... - Eva 19:06 Jun 15 (1)

We use narrow now (m) - EKS 20:29 Jun 15 (0)

Question for ereks mom if you are on here about BJU math from below - CindyJ 19:05 Jun 15 (0)

What are some of your favorite "living books" to go with SOTW 1 or ancients in general...m - Ann in WA 18:06 Jun 15 (2)

Do you have the activity guide? (m) - Bryan (a mom) 20:50 Jun 15 (1)
- yes, I have the act guide nt - Ann in WA 21:12 Jun 15 (0)

How much do you value/LOVE your MUS DVDs? nt - Terri in WA 17:46 Jun 15 (7)

...or videos ;) - Terri in WA 20:00 Jun 15 (0)
All three of my dc prefer watching the dvd and doing their work without my interference. Not sure what that says about me as their "teacher"... ;o) but it works well for us. - Brit 19:43 Jun 15 (0)
I can't imagine using MUS without them... - Debbie in BC 18:46 Jun 15 (0)
Depends on the level you are using. - SusanRH 18:34 Jun 15 (0)
We love/value them a great deal.... - Verena 17:59 Jun 15 (2)
- I barely use them - Sue in St Pete 18:21 Jun 15 (1)
  - Oops! This was supposed to be under the OP's message. nt - Sue in St Pete 18:22 Jun 15 (0)

For those using Lials BCM - do you take 2 years & then go to Algebra 1? If I do this my dd will be in 9th when we start Algebra 1 - is that too late? TIA! (nm) - Mel 17:01 Jun 15 (3)

My dd completed BCM in one school year... - Jann in TX 21:27 Jun 15 (0)
Algebra I in 9th grade is standard, so it absolutely is not too late. - Claire 19:09 Jun 15 (0)
Too late for what? - LH 17:11 Jun 15 (0)

Science? - Kimberly 16:56 Jun 15 (4)

Re: Science? - Stacey in FL 17:54 Jun 15 (3)
- Re: Science? - Kimberly 18:29 Jun 15 (0)
- Argh! Dumb blonde day. This was supposed to be under the OP's msg. nt - Sue in St Pete 18:25 Jun 15 (0)
- We used Living Learning Books - Sue in St Pete 18:25 Jun 15 (0)

language or music??????????? - kitty 16:50 Jun 15 (5)

Just wondering where your children's interest lies... - Lisa in VA 19:55 Jun 15 (0)
Questions...... - Verena 18:05 Jun 15 (3)
- Rethinking my answer... - Verena 19:07 Jun 15 (0)
- Re: Questions...... - kitty 19:01 Jun 15 (1)
  - We must have posted at the same time, lol.... - Verena 19:11 Jun 15 (0)

Mind Benders ....how many days should I allot to complete A1-A4 in a school year (180 days)? nt - SLB 16:42 Jun 15 (3)

We had the A1-A4 CDs, started in January and finished by May working 1x per week for 15-30 min. nt - Sue in St Pete 18:28 Jun 15 (0)
Clarifying: I want to know how many days a week we should do them, and how long each day should we spend? nt - SLB 16:43 Jun 15 (1)
- Don't know how many actual days, but we always did one each morning first-thing. It sort of woke up our brains! nt - Stella! 16:46 Jun 15 (0)

Regarding Saxon being boring.....boring but extremely effective. - catalinakel 16:09 Jun 15 (4)

Re: Regarding Saxon being boring.....boring but extremely effective. - Amanda in TX 19:01 Jun 15 (1)
- They do the pages for that day, I do the dishes nearby! If they don't get it, I explain, but otherwise they figure it out on their own. nt - catalinakel 20:14 Jun 15 (0)
Yep, Saxon is working great here too - paradise 18:11 Jun 15 (0)
I am in awe with it also..... - Rhonda in WA 16:42 Jun 15 (0)

Does anyone have any experience with The Light and the Glory for Children? - lizh 15:52 Jun 15 (0)

Atelier art....any opinions (m) - Melissa H. in GA 15:32 Jun 15 (2)

Have been using this for 2 years... - Louise 21:42 Jun 15 (0)
Re: Atelier art....any opinions (m) - Stacey in FL 16:57 Jun 15 (0)

Primary Language Lessons--I'd like to use this in 2nd grade m - Barbie'sPal 14:58 Jun 15 (1)

My dd used PLL in 1st grade with no prep. 2nd is fine to start. nt - Jc in ON 15:00 Jun 15 (0)

If you were to recommend texts for a public library...m - dangermom 14:41 Jun 15 (2)

My list: - SolaMichella 14:53 Jun 15 (1)
- I've also seen Harold Jacobs' math books in public libraries. (nm) - Kareni 19:33 Jun 15 (0)

Any experience with Koine Greek for beginners by Christine Gatchell? nt. - Shannon in CA 14:25 Jun 15 (2)

If you look for discussions of "Elementary Greek", I think you'll find lots of mentions of it on recent boards. :o) nt - abbeyej 14:33 Jun 15 (1)
- Ok good, I will do that, thanks abbeyej. nt - Shannon in CA 14:36 Jun 15 (0)

OPGTR-what is the youngest you have started with this and had success?nt - Erica3boys 13:48 Jun 15 (0)

Mystery of History *or* Story of the World? Why?? - momtoaaaa 13:22 Jun 15 (9)

I tried both and focused mainly on MOH 1, but will combine them next time. (m) - Jenn in Mo 19:55 Jun 15 (0)
I too did not the fiction aspects for young learners (more) - HollyAL 17:52 Jun 15 (0)
I have used both, but choose MOH because - catalinakel 16:00 Jun 15 (0)
I can only speak to SOTW.... - WTMindy 15:58 Jun 15 (2)
- Agree... - Sue in St Pete 18:36 Jun 15 (0)
- We are finding the same things to be true with MOH, so me thinks they are both wonderful, but one prefers another.....nt - catalinakel 16:02 Jun 15 (0)
Re: Mystery of History *or* Story of the World? Why?? - Renee in TX 15:50 Jun 15 (1)
- well, it didn't work.....address inside (m) - Renee in TX 15:56 Jun 15 (0)
Why not both? (nt) - Donna A. 14:55 Jun 15 (0)

Has anyone used Scrapbooking through American History - lovetostayathome 13:12 Jun 15 (2)

where did you find this? nt - ilovemy5kids 14:01 Jun 15 (1)
- It was mentioned on this board a long time ago and I'm just now researching it. - lovetostayathome 15:42 Jun 15 (0)

Still trying to decide on spelling ...I have a ? about apples spelling. m - Mel in Ga. 12:52 Jun 15 (1)

that should be spelling "program" in my message. nm - Mel in Ga. 12:58 Jun 15 (0)

Repost - Would you use TTC with Lightening Literature or would that be redundant? tia nt - Chris in CA 12:06 Jun 15 (2)

sheesh - Lightning Literature nt - Chris in CA 12:07 Jun 15 (1)
- aww...cute typo...!.. it's been years since I've been expecting! NT - LH 21:00 Jun 15 (0)

Can someone help me work out science? - SolaMichella 11:34 Jun 15 (5)

I am making a unit study using the One Small Square series...m - Tap, tap, tap 15:10 Jun 15 (2)
- Did you know Ria has published a science series centered around these books? It's called My World Science. nt. - Kathy in NC 18:44 Jun 15 (1)
  - I have heard that and it looks great! I want to cover 10-12 habitats in 9 months ..nt - Tap, tap, tap 20:33 Jun 15 (0)
I may actually have a tentative plan LOL - SolaMichella 15:02 Jun 15 (0)
From what I've read... - Kelli in CT 11:59 Jun 15 (0)

Can't decide between Noeo Earth Science and Pandia Press's REAL science (earth). Any input? nt - LMA 11:30 Jun 15 (1)

Meant Noeo Chemistry not earth science. ds is almost 8. nt - LMA 11:31 Jun 15 (0)

Is there a due date determined for the Growing with Grammar 4? I'm anxious to get it! nm - fairymom 11:23 Jun 15 (2)

Re: Is there a due date determined for the Growing with Grammar 4? I'm anxious to get it! nm - Teresa in MO 11:27 Jun 15 (1)
- Yipee! Thank you for this info! nm - fairymom 11:29 Jun 15 (0)

Since we are talking about Teaching the Classics, can I ramble? -m - Kathie in VA 11:19 Jun 15 (27)

Wow, what a great discussion! -m - Kathie in VA 19:01 Jun 15 (3)
- At the risk of looking like I'm hogging this thread :o)... - Robin in Tx 19:46 Jun 15 (2)
  - Yep! I completely agree. :o) nm - LisaNY 20:08 Jun 15 (0)
  - I'll agree with that -m - Kathie in VA 20:00 Jun 15 (0)
My back ground is in engineering so pardon my ignorance... - Kimber 15:11 Jun 15 (2)
- I think I found it -m - Kathie in VA 19:52 Jun 15 (0)
- Well, I'm rather ignorant about all of this too, but I - SusanAR 15:34 Jun 15 (0)
I hesitate to respond, but I wish I had (long).... - SusanAR 13:34 Jun 15 (3)
- This is actually why I like the RS/TTC combination... - Heather in VA 18:00 Jun 15 (0)
- This is a very good point, and maybe I'm not so heretical after all.. (m) - Robin in Tx 13:59 Jun 15 (0)
- It's always helpful to hear - Chris in CA 13:52 Jun 15 (0)
I think it can be taught at an appropriate level. - Kristine out of lurking 13:13 Jun 15 (0)
Heresy of all heresies... I actually take issue with TWTM on this matter... hope you all still love me after this confession :o) - Robin in Tx 12:44 Jun 15 (8)
- I like BJU Reading for the same reasons... - WendyWords 14:24 Jun 15 (3)
  - Are you going to keep using BJU or are you going to switch completely? - Robin inTx 14:33 Jun 15 (2)
    - An option... - WendyWords 14:40 Jun 15 (1)
      - We *love* Bob Jones Booklinks here!nt - Greta Lea:) 18:18 Jun 15 (0)
- Yes! Yes! I've used a couple of lessons from BJU this year and was (more) - Zee 14:01 Jun 15 (0)
- ITA and thank you for so eloquently expressing almost exactly my own thoughts on this subject! more - PameLA in VA 12:59 Jun 15 (2)
  - I do see that a drawback to TTC is that you have to read the book and (more...) - Zee 14:08 Jun 15 (1)
    - I know... this is so true and part of my angst. nt - Robin in Tx, still struggling :o) 14:14 Jun 15 (0)
I've had similar thoughts myself...I have RS, but not TTC and my kids are just entering the logic stage.. - Susan in TX 11:47 Jun 15 (0)
Well if you want convincing, I'm the wrong person... - Heather in VA 11:46 Jun 15 (0)
Slightly related...this is why I had dc start a "reading" program in addition to their literature and other supplemental reading...more - PameLA in VA 11:45 Jun 15 (0)
you ask a great question... (more) - LatinaRepublicana 11:45 Jun 15 (2)
- Hmmm...where can I see these questions? THANKS nt - PameLA in VA 11:47 Jun 15 (1)
  - They are a part of the curriculum. nt - WTMindy 16:01 Jun 15 (0)

Kathi in VA. , I have some questions about How to Spell. m - Mel in Ga. 11:02 Jun 15 (4)

I'll try to answer -m - Kathie in VA 11:28 Jun 15 (3)
- Thanks, this does help :) nm - Mel in Ga. 11:59 Jun 15 (0)
- Is this the one they use at ClCon in Essentials? nt - Pensguys 11:39 Jun 15 (1)
  - No I don't think so. But that one also used dictation -m - Kathie in VA 12:03 Jun 15 (0)

Can anyone tell me about homeschooling in Missouri? - Eva 11:02 Jun 15 (14)

According to HSLDA... - Ellie 21:59 Jun 15 (0)
Thank you all so much! more..... - Eva 16:24 Jun 15 (3)
- Well, we live in a large metro area.... - Donna A. 16:53 Jun 15 (2)
  - We're north of KC... I'm glad MO requires what it does, so I'll have a head start on transcripts once we hit high school. nt - saved1112 21:12 Jun 15 (0)
  - Thanks, this all makes sense and sounds like good advice! nt - Eva 17:25 Jun 15 (0)
Re: Can anyone tell me about homeschooling in Missouri? - saved1112 12:12 Jun 15 (0)
Ohhh... We started out in Texas, too, and yes, it'll be a change! - Donna A. 11:56 Jun 15 (3)
- Regarding what an "hour" means... - saved1112 12:19 Jun 15 (2)
  - OK, so I move there, I don't need to announce or declare anything?....nt - Eva 16:17 Jun 15 (1)
    - Nope! (nt) - Donna A. 16:34 Jun 15 (0)
Re: Can anyone tell me about homeschooling in Missouri? - Teresa in MO 11:24 Jun 15 (2)
- Wow, how often do people get taken to court? nt - Eva 16:15 Jun 15 (1)
  - We hs'ed in MO for 2 years and I never heard of anyone who was taken to court - Sue in St Pete 18:40 Jun 15 (0)
that should read who "sees" the records. nt - Eva 11:03 Jun 15 (0)

Geography... - MI Mom 10:59 Jun 15 (2)

Well... that's a pretty wide age range... - Lori D. 22:54 Jun 15 (0)
Should have said for 6/7th grade as well as 3rd and k. nt - MI Mom 11:49 Jun 15 (0)

Would you buy Sequential Spelling with these results? - Sue in WA 10:53 Jun 15 (5)

Well, it took my son six months to spell 'beginnings' because he kept forgetting to double the 'n'...m - Stella! 16:45 Jun 15 (0)
Have you thought about how you are pronouncing the word?... - Tracie in TX 16:16 Jun 15 (0)
I would email the author. I sent him several emails before ordering... - rhondabee 13:53 Jun 15 (0)
It's still worth a try and - Claire 13:15 Jun 15 (0)
Did you use the colors and wipe off board? - Ottakee 12:50 Jun 15 (0)

Monthly Attendance to turn in, how do you do it? - Jessica in GA 10:39 Jun 15 (14)

GA WTMers - Jessica in GA 22:14 Jun 15 (0)
I've lived in two counties and haven't been expected to turn it in on the 1st. - kbm 21:34 Jun 15 (0)
Re: Monthly Attendance to turn in, how do you do it? - Lucy in GA 15:04 Jun 15 (0)
I don't think there's an *official* answer & it does vary by county & even with whomever is the current attendance officer... - ereks mom 13:57 Jun 15 (0)
This must vary by county. I have until the 5th... - Mary in Ga 12:47 Jun 15 (2)
- Oh, yes, it's VERY important to turn attendance forms in on time if your dc want to drive! (story inside) - ereks mom 14:05 Jun 15 (1)
  - Yikes! I think many counties don't have the time or man power to "police" attendance strictly.. - Mary in GA 14:32 Jun 15 (0)
Some hsers that I know here in GA have...m - Pensguys 11:28 Jun 15 (2)
- Hmm, maybe it depends on the county. I've never had a problem in 4 yrs . nm - Mel in Ga. 12:01 Jun 15 (1)
  - Yes, I think so too. nt - Pensguys 12:33 Jun 15 (0)
I fax mine on the 1st, for the previous month's attendance. nt - Niffercoo 11:03 Jun 15 (0)
I have never turned it in on the 1st. m - Mel in Ga. 10:52 Jun 15 (0)
I believe you have a month to turn in your report... - abbeyej 10:45 Jun 15 (1)
- I asked the BOE about this and they didn't have an answer! - Jessica in GA 12:25 Jun 15 (0)

Sing, Spell, Read, & Write ??'s (M) - Kelly 10:36 Jun 15 (4)

Have used or am using SSRW with all my children. Definately sounds like she's ready for Level 1. - Ida 13:23 Jun 15 (0)
I used Level 1 with a 4yo (no writing)and a 5yo (w/ writing). Loved it! nm - LNC 12:22 Jun 15 (0)
I used SSRW when my kids were 4 and 5-1/2 - Sue in WA 11:02 Jun 15 (0)
Re: Sing, Spell, Read, & Write ??'s (M) - Lisa M WA 11:01 Jun 15 (0)

My Father's World ??'s (M) - Kelly 10:33 Jun 15 (1)

Re: My Father's World ??'s (M) - debbie 11:40 Jun 15 (0)

Magic Wand (Wanda), I have a question about the Hakim American history books... (m) - Jennifer in FL 10:15 Jun 15 (3)

I really like Hakim, but definitely decided to hold off until logic stage. (nt) - Holly S/NC 13:09 Jun 15 (0)
My first and third graders have enjoyed them! nt - WTMindy 10:51 Jun 15 (0)
Well... - Magic Wand 10:47 Jun 15 (0)

I just have to ask the question again - switching from MUS Epsilon to TT Pre-Alg.... I need help from those who have done the TT Pre-Alg. (posted on HS board too)................ - Christy in CO 10:15 Jun 15 (0)

Has anyone used and not liked Latin in the Christian Trivium? Why? Thanks nt - MI Mom 9:58 Jun 15 (0)

Tell me what you like/dislike about LLATL (nt) - Hannah 9:43 Jun 15 (0)

Can someone tell me if SWB recommends either Chaldust, Teaching Textbooks or Video Text for Pre-Alg. & up? I can't locate my books - it's packed up for moving. nt - Christy in CO 9:17 Jun 15 (1)

Chalkdust. nt - Christy in CO 9:17 Jun 15 (0)

Favorite Multi-age curricula? - Kat 9:17 Jun 15 (15)

Classical Writing ~grade 3+ - Kathie in VA 20:06 Jun 15 (0)
Re: Favorite Multi-age curricula? - WendyWords 14:32 Jun 15 (0)
Sonlight, nt - Chris in CA 13:53 Jun 15 (0)
tapestry of grace nt - lori in tx 11:57 Jun 15 (0)
Grapevine Studies -- Bible curriculum that can be used with the whole family. nt - profmom 10:33 Jun 15 (0)
WinterPromise m - profmom 10:32 Jun 15 (0)
SOTW nt - Heather in VA 9:54 Jun 15 (3)
- Yes, SOTW is our favorite too. nt - Kristine out of lurking 12:58 Jun 15 (0)
- I third SOTW nt - Kelli in CT 12:01 Jun 15 (0)
- Another vote for SOTW. nt - Vanna 11:37 Jun 15 (0)
My Father's World (nt) - Terri in WA 9:50 Jun 15 (4)
- Another vote for My Father's World (nt) - angela&boys 14:53 Jun 15 (0)
- Ditto! (nt) - Donna A. 11:58 Jun 15 (0)
- Me too. Grades K-8, and piloting high school this year (nt) - Julie in MN 10:42 Jun 15 (1)
  - Meant to mention MFW includes SOTW in approximately grades 5-7 (nt) - Julie in MN 21:01 Jun 15 (0)

Free website (link inside) has PreK - 5th grade... all subjects... - saved1112 9:04 Jun 15 (0)

American history spine for 5, 7, 9yo? - ChristyX5 8:38 Jun 15 (8)

I used an old Ann Ward program that came out in 1988..... - Padmé 15:35 Jun 15 (0)
I am so sorry, Christy... this is why I am always hesitant to describe my dislikes on the boards... - Robin in Tx 11:57 Jun 15 (1)
- please don't be sorry! I really value this kind of feedback-keep sharing! nt - Ann in WA 17:12 Jun 15 (0)
Re: American history spine for 5, 7, 9yo? - profmom 10:42 Jun 15 (1)
- We are using Winter Promise American Story 1 as well... - Kari C in FL 11:32 Jun 15 (0)
My two cents... - OhElizabeth 10:10 Jun 15 (0)
This Country of Ours by H.E. Marshall - Chris in CA 8:57 Jun 15 (0)
Well I'll take the blame for this - I started it :-)... - Heather in VA 8:52 Jun 15 (0)

Regarding the Teaching the Classics thread below... do you recommend trying to get by with just the syllabus? It was mentioned below that the DVD pretty much follows the syllabus... How important is the DVD to really understanding the program? Does it add any ideas for implementation that the syllabus doesn't contain? TIA nt - Robin in Tx 8:26 Jun 15 (7)

I bought the TTC syllabus and Reading Strands... - Heather in VA 9:53 Jun 15 (1)
- I already have Reading Strands, so this might be a good option for me, too... Thanks for the idea! nt - Robin in Tx 11:30 Jun 15 (0)
From what I've read of your posts, - Kristine out of lurking 9:39 Jun 15 (1)
- Well, thank you very much for the kind compliment :o)... - Robin in Tx 11:28 Jun 15 (0)
It was instrumental for me. nt - WendyWord 9:01 Jun 15 (2)
- I hear this same thing often. It must be very true for a LOT of people... ACK! How do I know if it will be true for me? If you could just buy the DVD, this would be an easy decision... start with syllabus, get DVD if needed. But they only sell the syllabus separately... they don't sell the DVD separately. Why can't I make a decision? :o). nt - Robin in Tx 11:33 Jun 15 (1)
  - Did you ask about buying the DVD only? - Kendall 14:49 Jun 15 (0)

Teaching the Classics question - Chris in CA 8:25 Jun 15 (3)

Help - there is an actual question here : )nt - Chris in CA 12:01 Jun 15 (0)
*grin* Looks like TTC is the topic d'jour! nt - Robin in Tx 8:27 Jun 15 (1)
- It was YOU! - Chris in CA 8:30 Jun 15 (0)

Regarding the e-Bay thread below and used curriculum -- Have you seen this homeschool auction site? (m) - Laura in OH 8:12 Jun 15 (1)

Thank you nt - saved1112 8:30 Jun 15 (0)

Can those using Mastering Mathematics offer me some ideas? - Yevrah 8:04 Jun 15 (2)

Re: Can those using Mastering Mathematics offer me some ideas? - txhomemom 15:41 Jun 15 (0)
It's very easy to use -m - Kathie in VA 8:45 Jun 15 (0)

4 yr old wants to learn to read - stephanie 7:33 Jun 15 (12)

Re: 4 yr old wants to learn to read - Dawne 16:05 Jun 15 (0)
Teach Your Child to Read in 100 EZ Lessons (sm) - Vanna 11:39 Jun 15 (0)
We use Hooked on Phonics, they even sell it at Costco now! (nt) - JP in WA 9:42 Jun 15 (0)
Oh we also used... - saved1112 8:15 Jun 15 (2)
- Ditto, here, about the Leap Frog DVDs. My 4ds pretty much taught himself to read 3-letter words in one afternoon of watching these. nt - HootOwl 9:21 Jun 15 (0)
- I second this as well as the Fridge Phonics and Word Whammer that go with it... - Heather in VA 8:45 Jun 15 (0)
Here is what my sister is using--I See Sam books - Ottakee 8:11 Jun 15 (0)
I used LLATL blue book... - gina 8:11 Jun 15 (0)
My dd wanted to learn to read when she was 4 too... - saved1112 8:07 Jun 15 (0)
My dd wanted to learn to read when she was 4 too... - saved1112 8:06 Jun 15 (1)
- sorry for the double post... nt - saved1112 8:08 Jun 15 (0)
We used the Bird Ball Stick method with our 4 year olds. (m) - theodwyn 8:06 Jun 15 (0)

Ordering our 1st Jim Weiss CD. . .which are your favorites? (Considering Shakespeare.) nt - Pam in MS 7:31 Jun 15 (10)

Thanks so much, ladies! You gave me even more to consider! :o) nt - Pam in MS 15:09 Jun 15 (0)
Greek Myths were a favorite but don't buy if... (sm) - Vanna 11:41 Jun 15 (0)
Rascal nt - BMC 11:38 Jun 15 (0)
We own most of them (no Henty either) and my boys LOVE them. nt - Pensguys 11:33 Jun 15 (0)
We LOVED the Shakespeare one... Enjoy!nt - Amy in MD 9:36 Jun 15 (0)
We've liked most of the ones we have. - KarenNC 9:02 Jun 15 (0)
Jungle Book. It brought tears to my husband's eyes. nt. - Socal Sandra 8:43 Jun 15 (0)
Treasure Island and Greek Myths followed closely by many more! they're all great nt - Ann in WA 8:33 Jun 15 (0)
Re: Ordering our 1st Jim Weiss CD. . .which are your favorites? (Considering Shakespeare.) nt - LatinaRepublicana 8:10 Jun 15 (0)
We own almost all of them (not the Henty books though).... - Dana in OR 7:39 Jun 15 (0)

Jill in Ok, I answered you below, link inside - OhElizabeth 7:25 Jun 15 (0)

Minimus with LC1?? - Nick's Mama (Zack's Mama Too!) 6:39 Jun 15 (4)

Okay ladies, another thing to add to my wish list$$$$:O nt - Nick's Mama (Zack's Mama Too!) 15:09 Jun 15 (0)
I agree with Laura - we did both LC1 & Minimus simultaneously. The TM of Minimus adds a LOT to the program (nt) - CynthiaOK 10:48 Jun 15 (0)
Re: Minimus with LC1?? - Laura in CT 8:25 Jun 15 (1)
- I agree that the TM adds a lot, but there's more to the student book than a comic book. - Cindyg 16:59 Jun 15 (0)

what is topical problem sums called now? nt - hsm 6:20 Jun 15 (2)

Challenging Word Problems. (nt) - Jackie in AR 6:25 Jun 15 (1)
- thank you (nt) - hsm 19:16 Jun 15 (0)

SWR for K & 1st Grade, what does it look like for you? m - 10Acres 6:08 Jun 15 (4)

I'm using SWR with my 4 and 6 y/o's (M) - one_l_michele 8:06 Jun 15 (0)
K & now 1st grade - Closeacademy 7:55 Jun 15 (0)
How we did it... - OhElizabeth 6:50 Jun 15 (0)
Well, I just started with my soon-to-be-K'er... - Verena 6:36 Jun 15 (0)

Got my Rainbow Resource catalog! Just a little light reading! nt - Rivendellmom 6:03 Jun 15 (10)

I'm a little jealous! I keep checking my mailbox....nt - Michelle in WI 15:05 Jun 15 (0)
Eyp, dh saw me pull it out of the mailbox and clutched at his back pocket, crying out that his wallet hurt, lol. nt - angela in ohio 13:15 Jun 15 (1)
- *Yep*, *Yep*, Yep*. nt - angela in ohio 13:16 Jun 15 (0)
boo hoo an empty mailbox nt - BMC 11:39 Jun 15 (0)
Got mine, too! I noticed the Web site prices don't reflect increases the catalog shows. ;-\ nt - SolaMichella 8:19 Jun 15 (3)
- Oh my, I didn't know about this! What things are going up in price? nt - OhElizabeth 10:12 Jun 15 (0)
- The website says new prices go into effect on June19...good time to buy! nt - Tap, tap, tap 8:42 Jun 15 (1)
  - figures - I won't get the catalog before then (and I think their website is frustrating to navigate) nt - BMC 11:40 Jun 15 (0)
Me too!!! nt - Des 8:04 Jun 15 (0)
Yea, right! <g> nt - Stella! 6:47 Jun 15 (0)

I know that SL 100 has notes on the Hakim history series, does anyone else? - suzeintn 5:54 Jun 15 (3)

Hewitt does but I'm not sure what's in it... - MIch elle 9:24 Jun 15 (2)
- I can answer this... - Holly S/NC 9:35 Jun 15 (1)
  - LOL "up the guide chain" ! (nt) - Julie in MN 10:44 Jun 15 (0)

Home Science Tools - good place to order Apologia? thx nt - Alexandra 5:46 Jun 15 (4)

Did you try Rainbow Resource? nt - Tap, tap, tap 11:03 Jun 15 (0)
I ordered mine there as well, great choice nt - Chris in CA 7:35 Jun 15 (0)
That's where I got mine. No complaints! Great catalog, too! nt - RedHen 6:17 Jun 15 (0)
They have wonderful customer service - Hallie 5:49 Jun 15 (0)

Ancient History ideas for a 5th grader..... - SLR 5:26 Jun 15 (8)

MFW Creation to the Greeks? (nt) - Julie in MN 10:45 Jun 15 (0)
We're going to do MOH along with some other stuff.... - Susan in OR 9:26 Jun 15 (0)
Have you looked at TOG... - Janis in DE 6:02 Jun 15 (0)
History Odyssey might fit the bill... - Yevrah 5:59 Jun 15 (1)
- I agree that History Odyssey Level 2 looks terrific for (m) - Michele in MN 6:50 Jun 15 (0)
How about Story of the World with AG? - Kristine out of lurking 5:57 Jun 15 (1)
- I agree and ... (m) - Yvette S. 13:32 Jun 15 (0)
We like MOH but also looking at Diana Waring for next year. tn - HollyAL 5:36 Jun 15 (0)

What to do for Latin next year with a 5th grader???? - SLR 5:22 Jun 15 (2)

Re: What to do for Latin next year with a 5th grader???? - Susan in OR 9:31 Jun 15 (0)
Did you get the complete answer key? (m) - April 9:00 Jun 15 (0)

Where is the best place to purchase Latin in the Christian Trivium? nt - MI Mom 5:15 Jun 15 (0)

Ultimate Homeschool Physical Ed. Book: any reviews? - Lucy 3:46 Jun 15 (3)

Great book - Hallie 5:50 Jun 15 (1)
- No, it's just the two of us. Thanks for the input. (nt) - Lucy 14:54 Jun 15 (0)
I used this book...........m - EchoMom 5:25 Jun 15 (0)

More spelling help needed!! (m) - Terrie in Germany 0:29 Jun 15 (1)

Here's an article I stumbled across recently. (link only) - Brit 5:25 Jun 15 (0)

Beginning kindergarten... wanted top picks for what to do - Dianne- TX 22:45 Jun 14 (22)

Re: Beginning kindergarten... wanted top picks for what to do - Dawne 16:10 Jun 15 (0)
We kept it simple... - nutmeg 9:05 Jun 15 (1)
- I'm for simple too... - Susan in TN 14:49 Jun 15 (0)
I just purchased My Father's World K program. It looks wonderful... - Laura A 8:48 Jun 15 (0)
if I had to do it all over again - lori in tx 7:25 Jun 15 (0)
Thank you, thank you, thank you... for all your info. I'm getting more excited and down to the final decisions - Dianne-TX 6:49 Jun 15 (0)
We did a curriculum-free K this year, except for SOTW. This is what we did (m) - Kelli in CT 6:45 Jun 15 (0)
All we're doing is MUS and SWR. Ds will be listening in on history and science with older ds. nt - Verena 6:37 Jun 15 (0)
Be sure to look at Sonlight's Pre-K reading list. It is WONDERFUL! (m) - HootOwl 5:58 Jun 15 (1)
- This is what we are doing too! ..more... - RhondaM. 6:36 Jun 15 (0)
With one child...............m - EchoMom 5:33 Jun 15 (0)
What we use (M) - one_l_michele 5:18 Jun 15 (0)
Our K plans... - Lisa in VA 5:08 Jun 15 (0)
Singapore Earlybird, Phonics Pathways, read, read, read, read, nt - BMC 4:54 Jun 15 (0)
What we did this year... - KIN 3:51 Jun 15 (0)
My top picks for K - Closeacademy 3:34 Jun 15 (1)
- I'm looking for science experiment books, can you tell me.. - Missy 19:42 Jun 15 (0)
We are doing... - Arch At Home 2:17 Jun 15 (0)
Maybe I haven't researched enough... what is Right Start? - Dianne- TX 23:07 Jun 14 (1)
- Cathy Duffy does have a review of it on her website..(more) - Julie in AK 23:34 Jun 14 (0)
Can I just say "aawwww." You will have so much fun! (more) - Julie in AK 22:59 Jun 14 (0)
Don't know if it's "top picks" but... - Sandy in Indy 22:50 Jun 14 (0)

What is the best program for teaching latin roots so as to help with spelling? nt - Terri in WA 22:34 Jun 14 (3)

We are using Vocabulary Vine and my kids love it.... - Elizabeth B. in NC 6:49 Jun 15 (1)
- Here's the link - Paula H 8:52 Jun 15 (0)
English from the roots up is the only thing I can think of. - Katie in CO 5:53 Jun 15 (0)

struggling w/ WTM chronological history vs child's interest - Ann in WA 22:00 Jun 14 (7)

thanks everyone! I'm going to our HS conference tomorrow and plan on deciding after seeing all the great stuff! nt - Ann in WA 8:41 Jun 15 (0)
My son is entering 1st grade and we are going to do a year or two of American history before beginning VP (nt) - LisaL 8:12 Jun 15 (0)
Start with some fun projects to peek interest. Pyramids are cool! (nt) - Lisa CA 8:11 Jun 15 (0)
Well this is just my two cents, but... - OhElizabeth 6:57 Jun 15 (0)
Re: struggling w/ WTM chronological history vs child's interest - hsm 6:11 Jun 15 (0)
I had this problem also..................m - EchoMom 5:49 Jun 15 (0)
Lots of people do American history first. For example... - Donna A. 22:33 Jun 14 (0)

Speaking of boring...Saxon Math is! - Amanda in TX 21:52 Jun 14 (7)

We did Saxon 1 for about a day and a half . . . - Ida 13:30 Jun 15 (0)
Take placement test. We skip easy problems aand never do the back page. I love Saxon! nt - Lisa CA 8:08 Jun 15 (0)
we used both Saxon and Singapore for second grade, with no problems - katilac 5:20 Jun 15 (1)
- This is exactly what we did for 1st grade. nt - Laura A 8:50 Jun 15 (0)
I second Right Start. It shares much of Singapore's philosophy, but adds a variety of visuals/manipulatives. (nt) - Julie in AK 23:02 Jun 14 (0)
Have you looked at RightStart? - Dawn in TN 22:01 Jun 14 (1)
- Hee Hee - my link worked! First time have ever done that correctly! nt - Dawn in TN 22:02 Jun 14 (0)

**Sue Scott Wellons** Sorry for the delay. I answered your question down below nt . - Susan in MO 21:51 Jun 14 (1)

Thanks! nt - Sue Scott Wellons 5:57 Jun 15 (0)

Okay, my dd is offically bored with OPGTR. - happymainemom 21:41 Jun 14 (7)

Then Reading Reflex may appeal. It is a very different approach. (nt) - Claire 7:36 Jun 15 (0)
My dd didn't like it or Phonics Pathways... - Arch At Home 2:02 Jun 15 (0)
We love OPG here... - Rhonda in WA 22:07 Jun 14 (1)
- True, we may need to impliment more of the "hands on". I'm not so good at that part. Thanks for the reminder. nt - happymainemom 22:26 Jun 14 (0)
But is she *reading* yet? - catalinakel 22:06 Jun 14 (2)
- She can read in set two of the bob books, with some help - happymainemom 22:25 Jun 14 (1)
  - It's probably time to add readers - we used Abeka's because they were very controlled. - Nick's Mama (Zack's Mama Too!) 6:42 Jun 15 (0)

Need a body changing book for 10yo - Sue in WA 21:30 Jun 14 (12)

Focus on the Family has some free stuff for this age nt - HollyAL 5:39 Jun 15 (1)
- Great idea to contact Focus on the Family. nt - Sue in WA 11:47 Jun 15 (0)
Try Queen Homeschool website.... - SLR 5:29 Jun 15 (1)
- Thanks. The price is right to give it a try too. nt - Sue in WA 11:46 Jun 15 (0)
We used "The Body Book." nt - Becki in IN 3:57 Jun 15 (1)
- Is the author Nancy Rue? (m) - Sue in WA 11:54 Jun 15 (0)
The Care and Keeping of You published by American Girl - Kristine out of lurking 21:51 Jun 14 (3)
- I second this book! :) nm - Mel in Ga. 10:26 Jun 15 (0)
- More conservative than many "Christian" ones we looked at - Ottakee 6:56 Jun 15 (0)
- Thanks, I put a hold on it at the library. nt - Sue in WA 22:08 Jun 14 (0)
Not sure, but try....... - happymainemom 21:45 Jun 14 (1)
- Thanks for the link. nt - Sue in WA 22:09 Jun 14 (0)

Is there anywhere to listen to a sample of SOTW audiobook? nt - Dawn in TN 20:54 Jun 14 (1)

You can listen to samples of volumes 2 and 3 at (link)... - abbeyej 4:24 Jun 15 (0)

where can I go for more info on Teaching the classics? What age levels etc? nt - Janine 20:42 Jun 14 (2)

Lnk inside - WTMindy 20:53 Jun 14 (1)
- Thanks, you guys are so great...and fast!!!!! nt - Janine 21:00 Jun 14 (0)

What do you use for outline maps? Thanks nt - saved1112 20:35 Jun 14 (4)

Free outline maps -- list inside... - Lori D. 9:22 Jun 15 (1)
- Wonderful. Thank you. I like free :o) nt - saved1112 11:46 Jun 15 (0)
Re: What do you use for outline maps? Thanks nt - Kelly on th eprairie 4:15 Jun 15 (1)
- I've been considering... - saved1112 11:49 Jun 15 (0)

Need website for My World Science pretty please : ) nt - Chris in CA 19:47 Jun 14 (3)

Link inside... - Heather in VA 19:50 Jun 14 (1)
- thanks Heather nt - Chris in CA 22:00 Jun 14 (0)
Never mind (blushing) found it nt - Chris in CA 19:49 Jun 14 (0)

Thoughts on Child's Story of America... Did you like it? Did your kids? Thanks nt - Heather in VA 19:19 Jun 14 (18)

Hey Heather, did you know you can see samples of CSOA on RR... - OhElizabeth 7:05 Jun 15 (0)
I can't wait to see what you decide on...I've been following your quest...m - Ann in WA 23:12 Jun 14 (0)
Edward Eggleston has a series of books about American history specifically for younger children, in SOTW style...m - samba 20:25 Jun 14 (1)
- Thanks - I'll take a look. nt - Heather in VA 20:49 Jun 14 (0)
Okay Heather, this is kind of funny... (m) - Jennifer in FL 20:23 Jun 14 (2)
- FWIW, I'm using VP (1815 to present) and TQ AMYS w/7 and 9 yos... - Magic Wand 8:43 Jun 15 (0)
- Yes - that's true about Hakim.. - Heather in VA 20:48 Jun 14 (0)
My 8-9 yos and I liked it a lot. We fleshed it out with library books and thought it made a good spine. (nt) - Erica in PA 20:15 Jun 14 (0)
No, I didn't... - Robin inTx 19:31 Jun 14 (9)
- Robin, I'm glad you shared this... - Donna T. 5:44 Jun 15 (0)
- I tried to like it, but just didn't! It was something about the tone and the commentary. nt - profmom 20:18 Jun 14 (0)
- Oh man... another choice... I think I like the idea and it's cheaper than All American History... - Christa 20:05 Jun 14 (1)
  - Oh man - I forgot about All American History - I'll take a look at that too. Thanks nt - Heather in VA 20:12 Jun 14 (0)
- Thanks - I do understand what you mean... - Heather in VA 19:46 Jun 14 (3)
  - Clarification: this book is North American history, and covers Canada as well (it's a much more logical presentation than straight US history, imo...) It's really quite readable... maybe doable with a child that young... I'll give an excerpt (m) - Robin in Tx 20:33 Jun 14 (1)
    - Thanks for the excerpt... I like that R&S covers Canadian history, too (nt) - Christa 21:05 Jun 14 (0)
  - I am using the R&S...with a 9, 11, and 13..... - Tammy 19:54 Jun 14 (0)
- Actually, this is where I'm going, too.... - Donna A. 19:41 Jun 14 (0)

Okay... I'm getting ready to order Teaching the Classics. Now is your last chance to talk me out of it and save me about a hundred bucks. Any last words of advice before I go down for the last time? :o) I haven't found ANYONE who says they have been displeased with this... is it because everyone is happy or is it because the unhappy are silent? TIA!! nt - Robin in Tx 19:14 Jun 14 (16)

I think it is absolutely wonderful! nt - Eva 11:15 Jun 15 (0)
buy it now if you are ready to use it now... (sm) - LatinaRepublicana 8:16 Jun 15 (0)
Thanks for the question -- I've been considering this too! nt - profmom 6:59 Jun 15 (0)
I'm nearly through watching this with a group of Mom's, and I think it is wonderful... - Debra in CO 5:10 Jun 15 (3)
- Lori, yes - I think you definitely could watch these with jr. high/high school kids. That's a great idea. nt - Debra in CO 20:20 Jun 15 (1)
  - Thanks, Debra! (nt) - Lori D. 23:02 Jun 15 (0)
- And could you -- or would you -- watch the DVDs with your kids? Say, jr. or sr. high aged? (nt) - Lori D. 8:47 Jun 15 (0)
I'll give it a try... - WTMindy 22:05 Jun 14 (0)
Can you describe what this is exactly? It's hard to understand from the website I was on - but looks interesting. nt - Christy in CO 21:01 Jun 14 (3)
- Tell you what... when I get my copy I'll post a "review"... I'm not sure I understand well enough to explain it someone else without the real thing in front of me... maybe someone else can jump in? - Robin in Tx 21:08 Jun 14 (2)
  - Here's a review I typed up last month. - Kristine out of lurking 22:03 Jun 14 (1)
    - Kristine - thanks for this description - it looks great. nt - Christy in CO 7:19 Jun 15 (0)
We love it here! (m) - WendyWords 20:26 Jun 14 (1)
- Okay. That's it. I'm sold :o). Thanks a lot! nt - Robin in Tx 20:59 Jun 14 (0)
Liking it a lot here--but I forgot to use it on our last read aloud! nt - Kristine out of lurking 19:49 Jun 14 (1)
- LOL! That's what I'm afraid of... yet another expensive dust collector that I like too much to get rid of (you never know.. might need it some day :o) nt - Robin in Tx 20:49 Jun 14 (0)

Home economics study for younger girls? nt - HollyAl 19:14 Jun 14 (3)

The Pearables Home Economics courses are absolutely wonderful. - Lizzie in Ma 5:34 Jun 15 (1)
- Does this program have Christian content? (nt) - KidsHappen 10:38 Jun 15 (0)
Keepers of the Faith program for girls nt. - margaret 21:28 Jun 14 (0)

Pearbles? Has anyone used their Home Economics series?nt - HollyAL 19:12 Jun 14 (0)

Quest for Learning's Phonics Solution CD (based on WRTR)... Does anyone own/use this? Opinions? - Christa 18:59 Jun 14 (0)

HELP - Saxon 54, 65, 76, 87 - Jeannine 18:56 Jun 14 (4)

Yes, there is new material covered... - Jann in TX 19:57 Jun 14 (1)
- Thanks for clearing up the mud !!! - Jeannine 21:21 Jun 14 (0)
Yes, you definitely need 65. If you're looking to skip one, Saxon 87 is a review/consolidation of concepts, and is frequently skipped over. But not 65 (imo). nt - catherine 19:51 Jun 14 (1)
- Many thanks Catherine! - Jeannine 21:22 Jun 14 (0)

In your opinion, what is the best Latin program that teaches CLASSICAL pronunciation? (m) - Kelli in CT 18:15 Jun 14 (13)

Minimus, then So You Really Want to Learn Latin - Laura in China 4:13 Jun 15 (2)
- Laura, we received our Latin prep 1 books recently. - Brit 5:32 Jun 15 (1)
  - I'm glad he's interested - Laura in China 9:48 Jun 15 (0)
Minimus is so much fun. Yes, I posted twice! (more) - Julie in AK 23:24 Jun 14 (0)
Latin Primers and Grammar (Martha Wilson) are wonderful. (nt) - catherine 19:54 Jun 14 (0)
Wow, I'm surprised to read it's possible to use PL with the classical pronunciations, but (m) - Kelli in CT 19:53 Jun 14 (2)
- Personally, I wouldn't... - abbeyej 5:17 Jun 15 (0)
- I suppose it depends on whether or not you want to use the CD or DVDs (m) - Kash 20:40 Jun 14 (0)
Re: In your opinion, what is the best Latin program that teaches CLASSICAL pronunciation? (m) - HollyAL 19:24 Jun 14 (1)
- I like Latin for Children, even tho the dad in the DVD is a little too militaristic in his chants..(more) - Julie in AK 23:20 Jun 14 (0)
We're doing PL w/ classical (m) - Kash 19:04 Jun 14 (0)
I dont understand what all the fuss is about pronounciation... - Peela 18:46 Jun 14 (0)
I'm thinking Latin Primer www.LogosSchool.com :-) (NT) - LH 18:28 Jun 14 (0)

Who was looking for a DVD teaching you to use SWR? I found one... - Heather in VA 18:00 Jun 14 (2)

I've seen this and it's wonderful!!! (m) - OhElizabeth 7:13 Jun 15 (0)
Awesome Heather, thank you! (nt) - angela&boys 18:04 Jun 14 (0)

Can someone answer a CW question for me? - rsmofga 17:53 Jun 14 (3)

I was told to start with Aesop B.... - Laurie 9:03 Jun 15 (0)
I'll try -m - Kathin in VA 3:28 Jun 15 (0)
Also, will I need a workbook for each child or will one work for them? nt - rsmofga 17:56 Jun 14 (0)

srjbdl - a question for you down below in response to your post about SRA. nt - Christy in CO 17:51 Jun 14 (0)

Is anyone using the Elson readers? - Donna T. 17:41 Jun 14 (3)

I used the 3rd grade one a bit last year. I liked it! We just ended up having so much other stuff to read, we didn't get to it often. (nt) - Wendi 19:43 Jun 14 (2)
- Teacher's Guide... - Donna T. 5:50 Jun 15 (1)
  - Re: Teacher's Guide... - Wendi 6:59 Jun 15