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If you streamline the lower levels of RS, you might not want to skip over the warm-ups. Lately I've been wondering if the warm-up section is also helpful in increasing the child's working memory in preparation for the mental math required in the higher levels. For example, if I was asked to add 68+73 in my head, then I'd be squinting my eyes and repeating the numbers over and over to try to remember it. But I think that RS kids will struggle less than me since they've had a good foundation in holding numbers in their head since the beginning (i.e., "enter 2-ten 6 on the abacus").
I think there is much to be gained in the warm-ups although much of the benefit may be subtle or hidden for now. Musicians practice scales even though they aren't fun or overly challenging.
Besides -- a few minutes of easy warm-up work can serve as a confidence booster for your child. And who doesn't need an extra boost of confidence? :)
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FWIW - I'd make sure you get the 2nd edition, if possible. This time around I'm using the 2nd edition of level A, and I find the lessons much shorter than when I used the 1st edition.
I'll also echo that RS becomes less teacher intensive as you progress to higher levels ...perhaps around level C?
I'd ask this question on the yahoo group for RS; there are very experienced moms willing to share their experiences!
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I was looking at this for my 11 year old who taught herself cursive just from an alphabet strip and could use some practice. I have some of the books for younger kids, but this is the one for older learners, right?
Ooops. You're right. I was talking about the younger kids' version of NAC. I edited my earlier post to reflect that.
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We use NAC, and it isn't fancy. I like to think of it as traditional cursive with modifications to make it more efficient .... so no unneccesary loops or curly-qs. The capital T is like a slanted, manuscript capital T rather than a "boat" at the bottom and a "flag" at the top. Likewise for capital F and capital Q and capital Z. Also - the letters do not always start at the baseline as in traditional cursive.
Also - the book will likely seem too childish for your 5th grader. NAC is geared towards getting kids to write in cursive earlier than 3rd grade - or whenever they are traditionally taught cursive in school.
EDITED to add: OK - I stand corrected about the "too childish" comment. I was talking about the younger kids' books. I didn't know the author came out with this newer version for older learners. Thanks, Maize, for pointing it out!
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Another idea I just had would be a Onbuhimo. It's origins are from Japan. It's like a Mei Tai, but instead of a set of ties at the bottom of the carrier body there are rings. So you take the shoulder straps, put them over your shoulder, then run them down and through the rings and tie off.
Since they have fallen out of favor they can be hard to find. If you are interested in trying one, PM me!
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Based on my experience, here's a suggestion on what NOT to buy: wal-Mart's generic "index card box". It has a clear plastic bottom and the attached lid is colored plastic.
It's just too tight of a fit to get all AAS cards in without damaging the dividers. (I.e. The dividers are just tall enough that they need to stored at an angle rather than perpendicular to the base of the box)
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Gah! Why did I open up this topic?!?! Now I want some new bookshelves!!!!!!
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This actually looks great! Kind of a mix between the two most popular styles, and might be the best solution since I can't stand up to tie. I can't see from the pics online how the back works though. Can you tell me if it is cloth or a buckle?
The k'tan has no buckles. It's two circles/loops of fabric linked by a small fabric circle that keeps it all together. (Think like a chain link of varying sized links, like this crude sketch --> OoO) The small fabric circle also serves as an adjustment point for your comfort. You decide if you like it higher on your back or lower in your back. (I liked to pull it down once I got the babe in it. )
It's super snugly; you'll be wanting to kiss your babes head nonstop!
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Since I prefer 2 shouldered carriers, I would also suggest the Baby K'tan for the newborn stage. The main part involves no tying or excess material. Then on top of that is a sash that you tie around you; this keeps the baby super close to you and you can position it where you want it on the babe.
The Baby K'tan is polyester?!? Maybe you are looking at the "Breeze" model, but the original design just felt like soft jersey/knit material to me. I think it's got a good deal of cotton in it (if not mostly cotton) because you have to wash it regularly to "shrink" it back to its snug size.
It spreads over the shoulders very nicely - like a wrap would. You can bunch it up to make them into straps or you can spread it out and cup your shoulders.
Once the babe gets too big for the K'tan, then I go to a soft structured carrier (Boba or an old-style Angelpack is what I use). Mei Tais are great in my ideal world, but in real life with all the craziness around me, I'm too impatient to tie straps and make sure they don't get in puddles, etc.
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I think that he's at a good place and that you are overthinking it!
But if you want to keep thinking about it ... perhaps you ought to consider *why* you think he needs to be further along than his current level. What would you gain by accelerating him? I know that I could accelerate my natural speller, but I don't know what I would have him do once he's done with AAS. It's a bit different than math and science where you could accelerate and still be challenged by college-level topics and/or research. Plus, I think it's nice as a student, if possible, to have a subject where you don't have to struggle or think too hard each time you are faced with it.
Just my 2 cents ...
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Cube/dice the meat and use it for Shepherd's Pie or Pot Pie or a soup.
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Cadbury chocolate bars?
Granted they aren't the same formula as the UK bars ...
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Is this idea too radical?!?
Skip lunch. Instead, serve a brunch around 9 am, serve a big linner around 3, and finish the day with dessert around 5 or 6 pm. If anyone is hungry before or after linner, then they can snack on fruit or cut-up veggies. If you're really hungry and want to spoil your appetite, then make a sandwich for yourself.
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Maybe upgrade some of her things? Gifts from leevalley.com are always high quality and impressive. I got the take apart kitchen shears, and oh my! They are heavy-duty.
A puzzle of a map of her hometown like this one?
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I don't know if you like to listen to talks while you do housework (I love to :) )but these may be helpful.
http://www.societyforclassicallearning.org/index.php/resources-guest/media-guest
Thanks! I do like to listen while I clean. However I don't like to clean which reduces the frequency I listen. Ha ha.
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Slippers - for the flight
Wool socks - for the flight or to reduce the number of socks that need to be packed
Outlet converter for your electric devices
Nice backpack/daypack - but that might be better done with a gift card
Scarf/shawl for the pane or for visiting cathedrals
Gift card for new shoes for the trip
Waterproof, breatheable, packable jacket
A nice journal and pen
Packing cubes
New toiletry bag
Gift card to shutterfly or someplace similar to get prints or books made after the trip is over
Extra battery pack for electronic devices
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Something personalized with her name on it? Personalized pencils, personalized plate, personalized stickers?
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Thank you, all, for your suggestions. I've already ordered Marva Collins' Way ... and my library has Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire. So that along with the posts here on the hive should keep me busy for a bit until I can Interlibrary-Loan some of the other suggestions. Again, many thanks!!
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nm. I don't know if we're allowed to link YouTube videos
Could you describe the YouTube video? I can google it on my own. ;)
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Hive - do you have any resources that you can recommend to help me be a better teacher to my elementary kiddos? Something along the lines of child development or teaching techniques perhaps? I'm not afraid of the information that I need to transmit to my child, but I'm not sure that I'm doing a good enough job of *transmitting* that info. Any help, please?
Also I'm in a season of life where suggestions of the quick-read or easiest-to-implement variety would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
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What about purchasing a light weight, open cardigan to wear with your sleeveless dress?
Since it's an open cardigan, you should be able to wear it post-partum.
Here's what I was thinking of.
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Nothing that hasn't been mentioned before but I'd echo the following:
Murdoch Mysteries (Amazon prime for the first 5 seasons and Acorn for the newer seasons)
Hart of Dixie
What about West Wing on Amazon?
Will you share your MCT Mudd trilogy schedule with me?
in K-8 Curriculum Board
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Bumping this old thread to see if there's any new advice on how to implement the Mud Trilogy.