I think the Splash Math apps line up well with Singapore, though I'm not sure if they have web based options. It's worth looking into.

My favorites are the big canvas bags from Trader Joe's that look like LLBean tote bags. We use them for the library etc too. In my experience the plastic-y bags wear out faster than canvas. (I used reusable bags for years before they were trendy.)

He has one chapter left in 1B will be in 2A soon.

I ordered this for my 1st grader, who is very strong in math. He's about a year ahead in Singapore and is at a point where he needs to go deeper before accelerating further. He really does like a challenge and enjoys "puzzling" through things as he puts it. It is really right at his level. Some pages start out pretty easy but build up appropriately. We read the first section of the guide today and he did the first two practice pages and only needed help with the challenge problem. He loved it too - writing in "pirate" numbers! The addition section later in the book is similar in level to Singapore 1B/2A. (I will rotate between BA and SM so we don't go through the book too quickly.) My oldest (also strong in math but slightly less intuitive) did some of level 3 a few years ago and this is definitely a bit "gentler" than 3A, which she found a little overwhelming. Now hopefully they won't be too slow getting the other parts of level 2 published.

Ordered! I even paid a few dollars more for faster shipping.

My grandma's chocolate chip cookies were excellent when "stolen" out of the deep freeze with cousins. (I'm sure she knew and kept them in an easy to reach spot)

We are waiting too! My kiddo is doing Primary Challenge Math in the meantime. (and Singapore)

I can remember a lot but my Dh cannot. He has always thought it was ADHD related.

My current 1st grader had a lot of trouble with rhyming when he was 4 but was fine otherwise so I didn't worry about it. He just started AAR 2 and understands it well now.

I like Kindara a lot.

I used HIG, TB, WB for my oldest child, but for the others I have dropped the textbook for the early years. (I always feel like the Singapore Math police might come after me for admitting that.) I feel like the HIG gives enough examples and I can easily make up more on the spot if needed. That also gives us one less book to juggle. You will want a small white board to use at the table. I have tried some of the extras, but I think that is enough for the young grades. I prefer their extra math activities to be hands-on/games. I do have my 1st grader using IP instead of the WB, only because he is accelerated and catching up with the 3rd grader.

We decided to try a section before our official start day so it won't be brand new on the first day. This thread is very helpful! I had her do SM5 practice problems out of the textbook on notebook paper last year and I'm so glad! (She didn't appreciate my "back in my day....." reminders that we did math that way every day from 3rd grade on. haha)

Does anyone know off hand which Mind Benders level would appropriate for a student who finished the last book of Logic Safari? TIA

Just echoing, but I would not supplement Singapore with Everyday Math. It's not really necessary, and there are much more fun ways to engage his interest. Beast Academy, Zaccaro, math games etc.. Make sure you do the placement test for Singapore too.

We pieced ours together. We have 3 Calphalon stainless pots that I picked up different times at TJMaxx, a large All Clad ss skillet, a small Calphalon (I think) nonstick skillet, a Lodge enameled cast iron dutch oven and a Lodge cast iron skillet. The Tramontina looks really nice too. I will keep that in mind for a stock pot.

That all sounds really hard. Do you think it would appeal to your son to donate new items to a foster care ministry? There are groups here that collect clothing etc for foster families. Animal shelters often need blankets.

We love SOTW here as well. The activity guide has great book suggestions too. I've never liked formal science in the grammar stage. I keep a stack of science books from the library on hand and we go from there with what interests them. The "Let's Read and Find Out" series is well liked here - http://www.rainbowresource.com/searchspring.php?q=lets+read+and+find+out+science

My funny one was with flossers. I have them on subscribe and save and once they shipped them with a couple of really heavy items. (detergent and peanut butter) The bag had burst open and at least 20 of the flossers were scattered in the box. They wanted those mailed back - a $2 item that they had to throw away. #eyeroll

Free standing ER's are generally rackets. I think your concern for quick treatment was quite legitimate in that situation, but had it been appendicitis they would have probably transported her to a hospital anyway. (with their premium rate, in-house ambulance) I'm not saying that to be critical of you at all. Those places are very misleading.

I bought some sateen sheets from Costco several years ago that I hated because of how cold they felt, but that might be what you are looking for. Ralph Lauren sheets are usually great quality. I learned about those from my stepmom. I've seen a lot of them recently at TJMaxx, Marshalls and Home Goods. I bought a king set for $60 so I'm assuming the queen sets are a little less.

I also like "why do you ask?"

I bought plastic containers at Target that were similar size and shape when I wanted to take jar salads on a vacation. They kept fine and I still use them at home because they are easier to fill than the mason jars. For multiple people though there is probably a bulk option that would work better and cost less.

I remember having book fees when I was in school in IL. I think it was around $50 when I was in high school. Just checked the same district's website and it's $100-150 depending on grade level. Here in TX I don't hear about registration/book fees. We had one child in ps a couple of years ago. There were no physicals required, just the vaccination record. (free clinic available) They do a vision screening at school. Supplies were $50ish - many people ordered the package from the PTA for the convenience, but I think that was a little higher. We were at a uniform school. It is "inexpensive", but it was a lot more than I usually spend on clothes per year. (We are blessed with clothing from 3 grandma's and I other wise shop thrift stores etc.) My kid took a lunch every day, so I don't remember what the hot lunch prices were. I liked this school a lot, but one of my biggest pet peeves was that I felt nickeled and dimed throughout the year. There was the main PTA fundraiser (not product sales, just getting donations) but then other things came up during the year. None of it was required but it was hard not to feel the pressure. I think I sent in money about half the time, though I didn't keep track of the amounts. I do know that that year cost me more than I'd spent per year previously for homeschooling that child. (I'm not especially frugal when curriculum shopping either.) That is for elementary. Logic stage is costing me more and I know it will probably go up.

There is a person who often has stuff on the hold shelf at the library next to my holds and we have very similar tastes. I have almost picked up her items a few times and I have gotten a few book ideas from hers!

During the school year, the children's area in our library is nearly empty after lunch until 3pm. It's pretty busy all summer long though. Maybe things will get better for you at the end of the summer?