[Plaid Dad, re Lingua Latin replacing LL in your homeschool...]

Thanks! I appreciate you taking the time to explain.

 

I enjoyed your blog! Boy, would I love to go out for coffee and chat w/ you sometime :) You're the owner of the infamous One Sixteenth!

[Is there such a thing as WTM Forum t-shirts?]

http://www.cafepress.com/rivendellpress

 

Draconian Homeschoolers Unite! :)

[A Great Writing Find From Dartmouth College]

Interesting. Thanks for sharing :)

[Plaid Dad, re Lingua Latin replacing LL in your homeschool...]

I really find the CD-ROM to be helpful, too. Just FYI.

 

Mama, Can you please explain how you schedule Lingua Latina -- and tell me the CD is worth the $$ green :).

 

You must be a Mac family (isn't the CD for Mac only?)

 

Thanks!!

[Opinions on Genevieve Foster and David Macaulay books ...]

Have any of you used either of these and what did you think of them? What age/grade are they geared for?

 

DS 10 & 12 are currently reading August Caesar's World and City. We read Pyramid months ago. Excellent books. My kiddos love them.

[Plaid Dad, re Lingua Latin replacing LL in your homeschool...]

Thanks, gang. All the Lingua Latina materials look fantastic. I will *attempt* to read ahead. My new books should arrive this week.

 

I lurk on the Oeberg list but I have absolutely no idea what anyone is talking about :)

[Plaid Dad, re Lingua Latin replacing LL in your homeschool...]

But if (1) the primary goal is fluency in reading Latin, (2) the parent knows Latin or is willing to work ahead of the student, and (3) English grammar can be covered adequately with another program, then Lingua Latina is my preference.

 

HTH!

 

I'm thinking door #4:

 

Mom does not know Latin, so forks over the $$ to pay a tutor or online class (Mr. Spotts) to teach Lingua. Teach English grammar via writing separate from Latin studies.

 

And yes, the goal is Latin fluency (Latin as Latin), not necessarily "aceing" the Latin Sat II (which would be a bonus).

 

Works for me :)

 

You're the best, Drew. Thanks!!

[Plaid Dad, re Lingua Latin replacing LL in your homeschool...]

Will you rotate the 2 programs w/ dd? Are you making a philosophical switch in your methodologies?

 

I have Lingua Latina on order and I can't wait to add it to the madness we already have brewing.

 

I was surpised to read in your blog that you are switching. Are you still recommending a combo of grammar & immersion?

 

Thanks!!

[Trying to combine TJE and LCC ...]

 

I should say that I have some problems with TJE, mostly on a philosophical level. The author has picked up on one aspect of Thos. Jefferson's own education - mentoring - while studiously ignoring the content of that education, which was thoroughly classical (in the Latin-and-Greek sense). .

 

 

I absolutely agree w/ Drew. I also felt the book was a strong pitch/ad for his college that he founded. I think he mentioned the name of his college like 25+ times in the book.

 

The TJE book was inspiring, but TWTM & LCC gave me nuts and bolts to work w/.

[D'aulaires Greek Myths audio CD -- anyone know where to purchase this? Thanks!]

Hi Beth! I have an extra copy. email me at wahineusa@gmail and I will get it to you. *Ü* I didnt email earlier, because I wasnt sure I could find it.... found it! So if you still need it, let me know.

 

My Christmas miracle in March! Thanks!!... You've got mail :)

[Prayers please for StaceyL and HeatherC (Canada)]

Praying here for God's miraculous healing upon both of you...

[California home schoolers....IMPORTANT!!]

I've been feeling like I should join HSLDA to help support those who are fighting court cases -- even though I doubt we would have this problem in Washington state. My $100/year will go to help our homeschooling brothers and sisters in CA and others...

[Is this over the top for Calvin next year?]

DS 12 does this currently:

 

Bible Study: .5 hour

Chalkdust PreAlg daily - 1 hour

Latin daily - 1 hour

Writing daily - 1.5 hour

Reading daily - 1.5 - 2 hour

History/Science study/read daily - 30 min

Guitar practice - 1 hour

 

We will soon add back Geo, Logic after Natl. Latin Exam. Hoping to add Greek soon.

[We pulled our ds from school today - now what?]

Welcome, Kelly :)

 

I think the 3 R's are always a safe bet. Take is slow and steady at first. I recommend getting a schedule and sticking to it (that's the way I roll). Contrary to Claire, we do "school at home" to some degree. Lots of Jesus, lots of fun -- but definitely lots of schoolish-type learning.

 

I'm a newbie also (just started h'schooling last Aug) and this forum is a great resource. The moms & dads are the smartest ever -- and a world of help! No question is a "dumb" question here.

 

Have you read SWB's book: The Well Trained Mind? I suggest you make that one of your first homeschooling purchases.

 

Enjoy!

[Looking for kids' books about Judith, Tobit, and the Maccabees]

but I'd like something more extensive on the Maccabees if possible. Anyone have any books they particularly like?

 

Drew,

This was my son's favorite Bible when he was learning to read. It has 2 pages regarding the Macabees (which I always thought was so cool!).

 

http://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?item_no=32550&event=CF

 

Your dd would love this Bible.

[cross post, what is the going rate for a Latin tutor?]

It depends on your area. Here in SW Washington/Portland OR area, the rate seems to be between $30 - $50/hour, depending on the skill level of the tutor.

 

I believe on the east coast the rates are closer to $75 - 85/hour.

 

Also, the rate I pay is the same whether I have 1 or both my kids meeting the tutor.

[Elementary Greek (Gatchell) -- Is there a new edition w/o typos? Thanks!! nt]

Ah, the beauty of homeschooling. It sounds like you both have great systems going. Thanks for sharing :)

 

If I add Greek to our mix -- then I will need to drop formal science. We love history too much. I'll have my son read the Apologia Physical Science book next year in 8th -- but I dread labs. Can I have permission to forgo the labs???

 

Rambling to self here...

[Elementary Greek (Gatchell) -- Is there a new edition w/o typos? Thanks!! nt]

Karen & Beth, Thanks for your input. Are you both doing LCC? (sorry if you posted before re this... my memory is hazy)

 

How is that working for you? Do you follow Drew's book closely?

 

Thanks!!

[What Highschoolers do not know]

...about Highschoolers

 

http://www.slate.com/id/2185486/?GT1=38001

 

Here is what my dc's former private school is teaching in their high school -- EBAY classes! Am I crazy, or is this nonsense? Teaching how to sell on Ebay to your dc at home is one thing -- but to pay tuition $$ for this?

 

http://www.columbian.com/news/localNews/2008/02/02182008_Looking-for-an-A-on-eBay.cfm

[Homeschool Now or Wait Until Fall?]

NOW! :) It sounds like you and your son are ready to embark on a very exciting homeschool adventure! You have found a great bunch of folks here to partner w/. You will lack nothing, in terms of info and resources here.

 

Godspeed -- And keep us posted :)

[This is an anti-thread...]

I'll third that :)

 

I've never felt I don't belong here -- because everyone here in the high school forum is so darn sweet -- and patient w/ newbie questions (like mine)!!

 

I don't mind being the thread killer on this one :)

[Elementary Greek (Gatchell) -- Is there a new edition w/o typos? Thanks!! nt]

Thanks, Beth. Drew told me about their forum where others have shared their corrections.

 

How do you like the program? What is the time commitment?

 

Will my kids hate me for adding this to their Latin studies? :) How do your dc fare w/ Latin & Greek?

 

Thanks!!

[D'aulaires Greek Myths audio CD -- anyone know where to purchase this? Thanks!]

Thanks, gang. It sure would be simpler if I could just buy a copy from someone whose kiddos have outgrown it :)

 

I love a challenge!!

[D'aulaires Greek Myths audio CD -- anyone know where to purchase this? Thanks!]

Bummer, I should have got on this bandwagon sooner.

 

I posted on the WTB board -- maybe I'll find a sweet soul who is finished w/ their copy and wants to sell it (hint, hint) :)

[D'aulaires Greek Myths audio CD -- anyone know where to purchase this? Thanks!]

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