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Lori had great suggestions, but I thought I'd point out that BYL's 7th and 8th grade years are focused on this so that's an option. Or just stealing their booklist.
What is BYL? Please post the link. Thanks!
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I also think MCT does an excellent job of explaining what a sentence is and what it is not (paragraphs too).
In which book are paragraphs explained?
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Is the 400 level for fourth grade? Most providers I know only offer Prealgebra onwards. You may choose to start that early and take it slowly. Or you may have to do fifth grade Math on your own before moving on to Prealgebra for sixth grade.
My comments are based only on having seen videos from these four providers. I have not seen the textbooks/workbooks.
1. Chalkdust - I viewed several of the Algebra videos and really liked them. His explanations and examples were clear and thorough to me. This is my second favourite option. However, my dd12, who viewed two of the videos with me said it was boring.
Chalkdust has Basic College Math (which can be used from about fifth grade onwards) and PreAlgebra (which overlaps quite a bit with BCM.)
I think Chalkdust is the most expensive option.
2. Thinkwell - I viewed some of the Algebra videos. The explanations are clear enough but the presentation seemed fast paced to me. I preferred the slower, methodical delivery of Chalkdust.
Also, Thinkwell has a split-screen video where you simultaneously see the teacher in one box and his whiteboard in another part of the screen. Whereas Chalkdust is the traditional view of the teacher at a big green chalkboard which displays in the entire screen and I prefer that.
Thinkwell has Sixth Grade Math and the next step is their PreAlgebra.
3. Derek Owens - The Prealgebra videos are available on youtube. The explanations were clear, and I think the pace is slow enough to be understood by a struggling learner. These videos were my favourite (but Chalkdust came close); DO's voice is very pleasant.
You only see a blackboard in the videos; you hear but don't see the teacher. This may be a bit of an adjustment for your dc.
4. TabletClass - There are sample videos on their web site. I understood the explanations well enough. I didn't like this teacher's voice at all, but that is my personal opinion. Folks on these forums have had positive experiences with this teacher.
You only see a whiteboard in the videos; you hear but don't see the teacher.
This is the most affordable option; it goes on sale for $50 for each level.
Edit: minor typo.
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Vocabulary Energizers I is working well here and is enjoyable to read.
My dd doesn't love Sentence Composing because it is hard work, but it is getting her to write good and varied sentences.
Teach Your Students How to Take Notes is proving to be effective.
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So here's a question - how do folks get afterschooling done (at this age) with an unpredictable homework schedule?
We do afterschooling work on days when dd has no homework, and we do at least an hour on Sat/Sun.
Then there are days before school exams when we don't do any afterschooling at all, just revision of school books.
Also, I have had to prioritize which subjects I get to do with dd, because we cannot do them all. I chose to do subjects where she struggles or where the school curriculum falls short.
I had to drop Maths and Science enrichment topics. She in in a Singapore school, so what she has to do for Maths and Science is good enough. We didn't do much grammar, or any spelling, or penmanship because she grasped these skills intuitively.
This year she is in 7th grade, and we are focusing on expository writing and study skills. And we read a History text on weekends, but I don't quiz her about it.
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:grouphug: I'm sorry you are going through this trying time.
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Perhaps this is the new name for Advanced Language Lessons that SWB said would be coming out this year.
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I saw it was nmoira's birthday today and it made me think of her. I wish she was still here to celebrate it.
I still can't believe she's gone. I hope her dds are doing well.
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Taking an Evening of Primrose pill, or something like that that I learned about on here, does help.
Me too. I take Nordic Naturals Omega EPO blend.
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For posture, you can sit for part of the day on a balance ball. How about make it a habit that when you are on these forums, you will sit on the ball instead of in a chair?
For accent, there are many CDs available on the market.
American Accent Training (http://www.americanaccent.com/) must be the most well-known.
Mastering the American Accent (https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-American-Accent-Lisa-Mojsin/dp/0764195824) is another one.
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I completed the survey. I'll have my dd do it later today.
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That sounds scary. :grouphug: Hope it subsides soon.
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Has anyone used a Coursera course for practising notetaking like the OP proposed?
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DS was accepted to UC Berkeley (early announcement) and invited to apply for the Regents scholarship.
I wanted very much for this announcement to be a prime number post (and reason for post 310).
Thank you all SO much for your encouragement. We are beyond happy. Lots of tears were shed (by me).
Congratulations to your ds. :)
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Congratulations to your dd. :)
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Tablet Class Math used to be $99 for each course on sale. I don't know if that has changed but it is worth checking out.
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I agree with having your student read good books daily. If you also want to do formal study of vocab, there are several good options.
If you want something rigorous with worksheets and tests:
1. The Greek and Latin Roots of English
This text is used in introductory college classes. If you write to the publisher, they will email you chapter tests with answers. You can buy the latest edition as a Kindle ebook or buy an older edition used.
2. Vocabulary For The High School Student and Vocabulary For The College-Bound Student
This is used in many prep schools. You can buy tests and answers separately from the publisher. You can buy older editions very cheaply.
If you want something quick and easy, these two books have short chapters and little or no exercises:
1. Vocabulary Energizers (see sample chapter)
This has a hundred SAT words, each with an engaging story of how the word originated, with synonyms, antonyms, and other related words. Each chapter of ten vocab words is followed by a brief exercise. My dd enjoys reading this book.
This has short chapters each devoted to one root word. It lists the words and their meanings. There are no exercises; you are supposed to just read the words and remember the root.
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The WTM 2nd ed recommends Critical Thinking 1 & 2 by Anita Hernadek.
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I am sorry for your loss. :grouphug:
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You should check out the writing scope and sequence that SWB put up on the WTM web site.
SWB wrote that WWS prepares a student for writing in college. You can continue with WWS2 in 9th and WWS3 in 10th. That is one path the scope&sequence mentions.
If you only have four months to prepare for high school writing, look at a short resource like The Power In Your Hands or Write Better Essays in 20 Minutes a Day.
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I love rosehip oil.
A makeup artist recently told me she applies a drop of rosehip oil under her eyes every night. I started doing the same, and am waking up to soft, moisturized undereye skin.
But I applied it lightly to my cheeks one night and broke out the next day. So I only apply it under my eyes now. It is worth a try for dry skin but if you also have sensitive skin like mine, be careful.
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I am almost 48... very very dry fair skin. ...
Need simple, need not outrageously expensive although I know I will have to spend some to get good stuff.
Just wondering what the hive uses;)
I also have dry and sensitive skin.
I use Cetaphil to wash my face and neck before bedtime.
I've used creams from SkinActives.com for over a decade and I'm pleased with them. I use their Canvas Base Cream and Dream Cream. If you are ready to spend $$, consider their Anti-aging Cream.
I like Japanese sunscreens, because they are non-oily and don't leave a white cast on my skin. I recommend the Hada Labo Perfect UV Sunscreen Gel and the Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel.
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Would those that use Korean skin care please elaborate as to what reasonable site you use? Thank you
I have used only one Korean skincare product - the Secret Key Starting Treatment Essence.
I would also like to know which Korean serum, lotion, and sleep pack a pp mentioned she uses.
If you don't use a math program popular on WTM forums
in K-8 Curriculum Board
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My dd liked CSMP in the first grade. We did the minicomputer lessons for a while and then moved on to MEP Year 1. But we did all the integer lessons from CSMP (Yr 1-6) in first grade. She still remembers Eli the elephant and the magic beans. :)