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My dd 4th grade uses Math Mammoth. I have liked using it for the most part. It is very easy to teach, I basically pull out 2 sheets and have her read directions and ask questions if she has them. BUT, she generally slowly works through the page (acting very bored...) and it takes her about 1-1/2 hours to complete 2 pages (generally). UGH! She hates math and I want her to love it. Haha. Is Singapore "more exciting" or Saxon? I do have CLE but don't really know how to incorporate it.
Any ideas for a nonmathy student? She needs to be more efficient. Maybe not the math program we use but her? Or both? I don't know. She loves reading, history, literature, science, etc. MATH....dreaded.
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These are great helps! Thank you.
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When I read threads like "What are you doing for ___ grade?" etc., I can't believe all the different things I see listed. I'm lucky if I get Math, English and Spelling done. History gets done because it is on audio CD and they listen to it while I clean, etc.
So, can I see some samples of what your routine looks like, particularly if you have 2+ kids you are trying to teach. Right now my 4th grader does a lot on her own, and I spend the most time with the 2nd grader and sneak in the K child to do a 10 minute reading lesson (though he'd like to do more, I just can't find the time).
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So MFW has no literature guides/helps/worksheets until 7th grade? Anyone else have input on TOG vs MFW in the area of literature. Does Biblioplan have literature guides or questions/answers? I guess I have to decide if I need it or not.
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I am starting my debate on whether to use MFW again (I have in past), try out Biblioplan (we like SOTW but need a little more) or finally try out TOG which I have been drooling over for years (but am not sure if I can handle the planning--on top of trying to squeeze in science, basics, etc). My oldest will be in 5th grade, but I will still have little ones running around.
My main question is I noticed TOG has really nice literature analysis sheets in the SAPs. Does MFW have this (looking at RtR)? Or are the books just read alouds? I will more than likely not get to reading the MFW books aloud and have my oldest just read them but would like some discussion questions.
Does Biblioplan have this? Is reading enough or does there need to be some kind of study of literature more in depth?
If you use MFW do you add something?
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Great. Thanks! Those are helpful.
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Anyone else? Feel like lining it up for me?
SOTW
Year 1 dates _______
MFW
CtG ______
TOG
Year 1 _______
I'm having trouble figuring out the dates myself.
Etc.
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Can anyone compare the years (topic studied) in the curricula I listed? For example, I know SOTW 1 ends at Fall of Rome but MFW year 2 starts in Rome and doesn't get to Fall of Rome until week 13 in RtR. I'd like to see how they all line up, including TOG and possibly Biblioplan. Am I going to mess things up for the cycle if I jump around? For example, I am using SOTW 1 now but am thinking maybe MFW RtR (year 2) next year. I hope to use TOG when my oldest is in 6th or 7th or worse case 9th grade. It is hard to know. I have to come up with a plan and stick to it!
I know I could do it all myself, but perhaps someone has looked into it already or there may be an old thread (but I can't find one...). It would be nice to see them all laid out next to each other.
Thanks!
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What medication do you use? I have a son that in winter gets itchy eyes, sneezes a lot, kind of puffy face, etc. I do have some prescribed eye drops that help only a little. I don't prefer Benadryl unless you think it is the safest, least side effects, etc.
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Great thank you! I will start with level 1 and go from there.
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My dd9 is a natural speller and does well with Spelling Power and sometimes Rod and Staff (which we switch back and forth). I am also a natural speller. I remember my mom drilling me on the list of spelling words for tests, spelling bees, etc., and I did really well. Definitely visual.
My dd7 is not reading well and I thought starting him on some Spelling Power would help with reading. He did the first 5 tests and did fine. These were the cvc words. When it got to the different long a sound spellings (ei, ey, ay, eigh, etc) he did terrible. I didn't know what to do so I got out my Pear game with letter tiles and started showing him different words and seeing if he could pick what looked right. I am so visual when it comes to spelling. I glaze over at the rules. I just haven't needed them.
Anyways, my question is, do I just practice, review, do what Spelling Power says or should I try AAS. It seems like a lot of work for a spelling program. But, it may help his poor reading, too, right? Or do you prefer a different program for poor readers.
Also, if you recommend AAS, what level? Level 2? He knows and can spell cvc words, cvcc words. He was asked to spelled "came" today and wrote: ckame. Spelled play-- plae. What?!!? LOL. Anyways, maybe level 1 to get a good foundation? The tiles seem annoying as does the whiteboard. But, I hate poor spelling and desire to also get him on track with reading (while still using PP).
Thanks.
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I like Rod and Staff for grades 3 and up.
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Thanks. I will look into the book mentioned. Also, I will google Whole 30. Haven't heard of that. I was kidding about steak every day. :tongue_smilie: it usually is chicken or ground beef here. Mornings are the absolute hardest. I'm so hungry and have to eat eggs. Gross. And I haven't found a crust less AND flourless quiche. I can tolerate quiche.
I need to do it but can't stand the initial feeling. I deal with stress by eating. And everyday has its moments of stress. Ha.
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I need to seriously detox from sugars (carbs) in my diet. What is the best way to go about this? I've tried Atkins, South Beach in the past. I never made it very far. It is just too extreme and not practical. I have a tight food budget, kids that need to eat normal health meals not steak and salad every meal (:D) and I want to be as normal as I can. I really, really don't want to give up fruit. I know that I have some major hypoglycemic issues (I get shaky, irritable, nauseous, lightheaded). I know that if I fix the sugar in my life then I will not have this anymore.
BUT, does that mean I have to go a week or so with major detox side effects? How do I parent and focus on school while detoxing? I know I make it sound bad, it is. I can't even go a day without chocolate. :tongue_smilie:
Would it work to do it slowly? Any tips about how to avoid eggs every AM. Blak. Should I start with sweets (cookies, cake, ice cream) first, then other junk which I don't have too often but it is in my diet (chips, some white carbs)?
My husband may join me (he wants/needs to). I do need to lose weight, actually a lot of weight....70 pounds? But, I want to mainly feel better. Looking better would just be a bonus.
Anyone been there, done that? Tips on getting through the headaches, shakes, etc., that comes with detoxing? Any favorite books to help me with recipes (normal, affordable ones)? Your favorite recipes? It is hard to come up with 3 low carb meals every. single. day.
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Los Angeles here.
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Is there a specific reason why you're using two full, complete math programs instead of just sticking with one? We tried to do MM and Miquon last year. As much as I love the concept behind Miquon it just wasn't working for my ds. He also wasn't doing particularly well with two different programs, he couldn't easily switch back and forth. Turns out that he's the kind of kid who needs to stick with one program and do it very well/thoroughly. He has excelled since we chose just ONE program and decided to just stick with it.
I'm not planning on using both completely. I thought I would try out CLE as it is spiral and I thought my daughter would do better with it. She does ok with MM but is bored and finds it tedious to just repeat the same thing day after day for a week or so. I have noticed in the updated MM Maria has suggested to mix things up. I could try that. I haven't looked that closely at CLE yet but was hoping to use that with the conceptual part of MM as a supplement. I'm just overwhelmed with trying to supplement! :)
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Sheesh. I just realized all my WTM notifications have been going into my spam folder! That's weird. Anyways, thanks for the help. I will look into some of the things mentioned.
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Ok. Well, I'll try to use both and see what works best. I'm new to this whole conceptual way of doing math so I have myself second guessing everything. Should they be adding that way, should they be counting on fingers, etc.? What's the goal? To understand how to get the answer, to get the answer correct and in a reasonable amount of time? Maybe I should primarily teach MM and add in CLE on other days? :confused: Maybe I'm over thinking. No, I'd never do that.
Some kind of chart diagramming conceptual vs traditional math and the differences in the way "they" teach math would be helpful. And something saying how to teach addition, subtracting, etc.
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Thank you so much for the advice you all have given already. To answer some questions, I'm not officially switching yet, trying to find what is a good match for them. I don't quite get how to know if a child needs spiral or mastery. My dd is doing ok with mm4. She generally does not like doing math and gets bored doing the same topic day after day, usually for more than one week. I thought she might do better with spiral math though I, personally, have liked the way MM teaches concepts. I guess I'm just taking a peek at CLE to try and figure out if we like it better. I feel also that it may give more accountability for me to do flash cards and review.
I get to not focus on grade level but working with the child where they are at. Just hard to do, you know? Also, I feel like using both would get messy or overkill or ?? But, it is hard to know what will work best without having tried the different types.
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So, I decided to get CLE Math. I ordered gr 1 and gr 4, the first half. I think I want to go with CLE full-time (though putting us behind now since starting late). But, part of me feels like I will miss out on what MM has to offer (we use it now and i have the whole light blue series). How do I figure out what to supplement? I'm primarily wanting to use MM's conceptual teaching.
I'm also stressed about my "2nd" grader who is extremely behind in math and reading and, well, everything... How do I get him up to speed? Start somewhere in the first grade level, memorize his addition facts and push through trying to get through 2nd grade stuff? I just want him to be on level, like starting 3rd grade math in 3 grade. :tongue_smilie: How did I let him get so behind? Sigh. My fault mostly...
Also, do you buy the teacher's manual? It looks like mostly an answer key (4th grade).
Anyways, all that to say I'm just really needing to figure out how to nicely combine the two without doing too much. I would appreciate any input. :)
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What do I need? The Creation through Christ set, but do I need the placement guide (I just might :confused:)? Does anyone use the record of time book they make? It's so pricey! But I think I'd like it in a book rather than on a wall...
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Has anyone here used a progesterone cream? If so which one and when/how much? I was thinking of trying some for severe PMS (irritability/moodiness/chocolate cravings/cramps).
Or if you have other suggestions? I won't give up my coffee. :D
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My dd struggled with that too. I would move on. She got it w/o a problem in 3rd grade.
:iagree: We skipped it and she got it later.
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We file the affidavit. It's easy, it's free and it's once a year. If ever the affidavit system came under fire, I would join an umbrella. But until or unless that happens, an umbrella just looks like extra paperwork and expense to me.
:iagree: Exactly my thoughts. Perhaps when I need better record keeping for high school I'll use a charter. But for now I just can't justify the cost. I'm not interested in field trips with groups either.
Math help?? Nonmathy student....what to do?
in K-8 Curriculum Board
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She stares off looking bored, staring at her brother doing school or watching the baby crawl on the floor. She has her facts memorized though slowly recites the answers. I don't think it is too easy for her. She gets things wrong. I've started to only make her to do half and if she gets one wrong she has to do another question. I'm starting to cut her off after a certain amount of time and then make it homework before she can do her "fun reading."
Maybe I need to be more 1:1 and encourage through the problems? I don't know.