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Another vote for Saturn Outlook here!
I've had 2 minivans, an Expedition, and finally found the Saturn Outlook about a year ago. It is an 8 passenger SUV crossover, that drives like a car. (I was never comfortable driving the Expedition...too big and "truck-like" on the highways.)
I absolutely LOVE mine. The 3rd row is large enough for adults, and offers several options for folding down seats for extra cargo room. All seats slide and fold easily to allow easy access to 3rd row for the kiddos.
HTH.
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Our 6th grade plans:
Math: Systematic Math, last module in level 6, all of level 7
Language Arts:
Grammar: Analytical Grammar (1st season),
Vocab: Vocabulary from classical Roots
Spelling: Spelling Workout (pondering the switch back to Spelling Power)
Writing: Meaningful Composition
Literature: Figuratively Speaking (1 or 2 lessons per week), lots of literature to correspond with different countries being studied in MFW, plus a few progeny press guides
Geography: This year we are taking a break from the history rotation to work through MFW ECC for my 6th, 5th, and 2nd graders, with the geography research projects from the 7/8 supplement for my 6th grader.
Spanish: Elementary Spanish 5/6 (Discovery Streaming)
Latin: Lively Latin
Science: FLVS Science 7
PE: Travel/Club soccer (year round), Physical training at the gym and on the track
Art: FLVS Art (began in June, will finish by the end of Oct.)
Music: MFW, plus guitar
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I've had this in the past. It hurts like crazy, making it painful to walk.
It's actually caused by candida albicans, which is the culprit in yeast infections. Just apply a little bit of yeast infection ointment (Monistat or whatever) to the area for a day or two and it will completely disappear.
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Analytical Grammar!
1. simple to use (super easy to implement and schedule)
2. does a complete review without spending a huge amount of time on nouns and verbs (YES!)
3. includes diagramming ( YES!)
4. not too time intensive (20-30 minutes depending on the student, 4 days per week, can be self-directed or mom can introduce each unit)
I highly recommend the program.
HTH.
Erika
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Thank you, Alyce.
Yes, we are in the Fort Bragg area. Which CC are your children using? I'm looking at FTCC, since I'm not sure of any others in the area.
After researching further today, I'm not sure my dd will be able to seek concurrent enrollment in the fall as we'd planned. Even though she will be a junior, her birthday is a few months after the beginning of fall semester. I read that the NC legislature passed a law that mandates students MUST now be 16 years of age for concurrent enrollment, regardless of grade level. I'm slightly bummed, and need to rethink next year's schedule, since she most likely will not be eligible for this option until the following spring.
I would love additional information on your experiences with CC in the Fayetteville area. You can PM me, or email me off list if you'd prefer.
Thanks!
Erika
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Thank you, both, so much! It's going to be a lot easier than I thought. I'm going to contact the local CC on Monday to find out more information.
Thanks again.
Erika
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We just moved to North Carolina (military) and I've completed the paperwork to register our homeschool. I have a question regarding highschoolers. Does anyone participate in the free dual credit program for highschoolers? If so, how did you go about enrolling your highschooler as a homeschooler?
My daughter will be eligible next year and I'd love any information anyone is able to provide. Thanks in advance!
Erika
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I bought the Discovery Channel microscope for my 3 younger dc last year. It can achieve 400X magnification (albeit a little fuzzy at times, but lower magnifications are very clear), so it can magnify to cellular level. It's durable (important to me!), easy to use, has a light, and truly is a great microscope for the upper elementary grades. It is not sufficient for HS biology though.
My kiddos had a blast looking at the "mummy wrap" slide, our set of prepared slides for older dds HS biology, pond water, and just about anything required of our elementary biology program last year. Great in both function and price ($79.99).
Here is a link.
http://www.amazon.com/Discovery-Channel-Macro-Microscope/dp/B0006J329Q
HTH
Erika
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Just to add, ETC Online is $35 for a one year subscription through Homeschool Buyers Coop. My dd(5, almost 6) loves it.
HTH.
Erika
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Have you thought about ETC online? I'm using it for my dd(5, almost 6) and she seems to enjoy it. She is a wonderful reader, but a very reluctant writer. I'm limiting writing to copywork at this time.
The yearly subscription to ETC online is $35 right now through Homeschool Buyers Coop.
HTH
Erika
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We listen frequently to librivox recordings.
My dc loved The Princess and the Goblin.
They also really liked The Wind in the Willows. The gentleman who recorded it used different voices for each character which made it really enjoyable to listen to.
Others we've enjoyed include:
Five Children and It
The Story of Doctor Dolittle
the Thornton Burgess stories
Just so Stories
The Fairyland of Science
Our Island Story
Happy Listening!
Erika
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We're moving to the Fort Bragg area.
I'd love to email with anyone who would be willing to share information regarding the area (best places to live, homeschool groups, etc.)
Please email or PM me, if you'd be willing to correspond. Thanks.
Blessings!
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Not gymnasts here, but 13dd and 9dd are competitive figure skaters. Had I known then what I know now, I might have avoided the competitive route. My girls skate 4-5 days per week for 2-3 hours per day. This time commitment will continue to increase each year. Some days I feel we are slaves to the ice rink! And I won't even get into the costs involved in USFS competitive skating (skates, ice time, private coaching, skating dresses, etc...think college tuition each year!)
I would suggest taking an honest look at the personal and financial commitment that would be required of YOU, and see if you are able and/or willing to take it on. THEN, have a talk with your daughter. Does your dd exhibit not only a talent, but also a passion for the sport? What level is her commitment?
A few months ago, I had a sit down with each of my girls and tried to find whether skating had become "a routine" or "a passion". As a mother, I want to allow my dc to find and pursue their passions and dreams, so long as God has blessed our family with the financial and physical means to do so. Having said that, I know that the day their personal commitment falls short of my financial one, we will cut back. Until then, we continue to move forward.
HTH.
Erika
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We are currently doing ATW80Days using Trail Guide to World Geography (with just turned 9yo and 11yo). The unit study is found in weeks 28-36 in Trail Guide. We read approx. 4 chapters per week and do most of the activities, mapping associated with the unit study. My dc are REALLY enjoying this book and they have never complained (which is quite amazing, if you knew my dc!) about any aspect of the unit study. It includes spelling, vocabulary, a little math, geography, and arts/crafts ideas. We are also using United Streaming videos to learn more about the different countries & ports Phileas Fogg passes through.
Lots of fun!
HTH.
Erika
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A ration box would simply be...
1/4 x 20/1
or 1 in 4 chance out of 20 problems
so:
1/4 x 20/1 = 5
HTH.
Erika
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If there are 4 choices, you have a 1 in 4 chance of guessing correctly. Therefore, 1/4 of 20 questions is 5.
Another way of looking at this is if there are 4 questions, you have a 1 in 4 chance of guessing correctly. This means that 25% of the time you would be likely to guess correctly. 25% of 20 questions is 5.
HTH.
Erika
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I agree...it's probably best to have 2 finches, as they do need the companionship. I had two little finches as a child, Pixie and Dixie! We, also, had eggs. How fun! Enjoy your new pet.
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We eat a lot of vegan dishes in our home. One of our favorite vegan recipes without cheese or beans is Sweet & Hot Cauliflower served over cous cous. It is from The Complete Vegan Cookbook. It requires many herbs/spices but it's so quick and easy to make and tastes delicious.
1 can (28 oz) chopped tomatoes
2 med. white onions
6 c. chopped cauliflower
1 c. water
2 large carrots, sliced
1/2 c. golden raisins
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin (ground)
1/2 tsp. cinammon
1/2 tsp. cardamom (I omit this usually and use nutmeg instead)
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 c. fresh parsely
1/4 c. fresh mint
Saute onions, cauliflower & carrots in a small bit of oil for 5 minutes. Add all ingredients (except lemon juice, parsely, & mint). cook over med heat for 15 minutes. Turn off heat, stir in lemon juice and cover for 5 minutes.
Cook cous cous (either with water or vegetable broth).
Serve Cauliflower mix over cous cous. Sprinkle with fresh parsely and mint.
HTH.
Erika
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I'm biracial (Caucasion/African-American); DH is African-American.
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He loved reading W in W. I think by waiting to read it until 10, he was able to understand the important life lessons and really connect with the story. Just to let you know, librivox.org has the audio.
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Please share what a typical week looks like using MWS in your home. I know Kingfisher Science Encyclopedia is a required resource, but I don't see it scheduled anywhere in the weekly lesson plans. How do you use KSE? Do your children read books each week, in addition to the scheduled spine? Do you use the MWS program a la TWTM (read spine book, do additional reading, create notebook page)?
I love the book selections, notebook pages, gentle approach...and I really want to use this with my youngers this spring. However, I'm a little confused about how to actually implement this program in my homeschool.
Thanks for any input!
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My 13 yo 8th grader’s current course load is:
History/Geography: BJU World Geography
Math: Finished Lial’s Introductory Algebra..now working through Jacob’s Geometry
Latin: Henle Latin I
Spanish: SOS Spanish I
Writing/Composition: PTIW 1
Science: The Spectrum Chemistry
Vocabulary: Wordsmart CDs and Vocabulary for High School Student
Grammar: Analytical Grammar
Literature: Homegrown World Literature using Glencoe Lit guides (approximately 2 novels/month… I also supplement with BJU Fundamentals of Literature for short story/poetry analysis). Lots of free reading.
Art: Draw Today
PE: She is a competitive skater, skating 4 days per week for 2 hours per day.
Honestly, her schedule is so full I don’t think I could cram another subject in! She visits with her friends on weekends (as well as while skating during the week). And she usually has about 1 1/2 hours of free time per day (much needed). She is not an "overachiever" type...I would consider her to be average in motivation, yet she manages to stay on top of her subjects and does very well.
I think you could manage what you have planned with your rising 8th grader, depending on his extra-curricular activities. I’d say go for it as long as your child is motivated and all for it!
HTH.
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I know the town she lives in was hit by a strong tornado. I copied the following info. from the town's website (I removed the name of the town...not sure whether to include it or not).
As everyone knows, [town name] was hit by a severe tornado last night (February 5, 2008) which has left at least 13 people dead and 200+ homes and businesses destroyed. The American Red Cross has set up a shelter at the National Guard Armory at 1200 Russell Drive in [town name]. Anyone needing food or a place to stay is welcome at the Red Cross shelter.
Please pray for Marsha and her family, and all the people who were in harm's way.
Blessings.
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There are three stages (grammar, logic, rhetoric)...why not three separate boards to address the unique educational goals and strategies pertaining to these stages. The divisions are laid out in TWTM, and these are TWTM message boards, right?
Though I don't post often, I do read the boards daily to glean wisdom. There sure is a lot to wade through in this new format!
Just my 2 cents.
To Army Wives
in General Education Discussion Board
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Our family has been through several LONG deployments and many, many short ones. I’ve almost always chosen to support my husband by remaining at our duty station and serving our unit and spouses in any way possible. However, if I were in your particular situation, I would not move to Hawaii just yet. If you know *for sure* your husband will be deploying shortly after reporting to the duty station, your best bet would be to stay behind IMO.
Yes, there are support networks in place within each military unit (FRG, chaplains, rear detachment personnel, etc.), but none of these can come close to the support you will receive from your own family (if they are nearby), and the comfort of familiar surroundings.
There are ways to become attuned to the goings on of the unit without actually being there. Do be sure that your contact information (email address, phone number, etc) is listed with your unit’s FRG. Most information is disseminated through email these days, so you will receive all pertinent emails as they are transmitted. Also, feel free to phone your FRG leader and introduce yourself. Explain your particular situation in whatever level of detail you feel comfortable. Let her know of your desire to remain informed throughout the deployment. If you are assigned to a particular “key callerâ€, call her as well and introduce yourself. Feel free to call her from time to time throughout the deployment just to touch base. The FRG is there to keep you informed.
Another thing to consider, it will be financially beneficial for you to remain where you are at this time. The BAH (housing allowance) for Hawaii is extremely high relative to other CONUS locations. You get the BAH for Hawaii no matter where YOU choose to live, since that is your husband’s duty station. Depending on where you currently live, you have the potential to pocket a large housing allowance each month (if your cost of living is low relative to Hawaii), whereas it would be completely forfeited if you live on post in Hawaii, and would definitely be depleted if you rented (BAH rarely covers rent and utilities in Hawaii).
It is important to realize, as long as your household goods are not packed and moved to Hawaii during your husband’s PCS, you will be eligible to have them moved upon his return. This is not a “now or never†decision. You can choose to move after the deployment.
The most important thing to remember is that no matter what decision you make, it is OK. Do not feel pressured to suffer through a deployment away from the only support you currently know just to get that authentic I’m-a-military-wife-so-I-have-to-be-strong-and-suffer-through-this experience. So many spouses think they MUST stay behind because that’s what is expected. The only thing that is truly expected is that you do whatever is best for your family, and your particular situation.
Best of luck in whatever decision you make, and welcome to the Army!
Erika