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My usual approach is to just whine and complain about them. My family loves me. My worst symptom can be itchy eyes. For that, I have some plain, unmedicated eye drops that help flush out the allergens. Didn't see that mentioned.
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Yuck! Negative reaction to dd's hs decision
Miss Tick replied to Tiramisu's topic in The Learning Challenges Board
Wow, smokin' response! I'm always caught flat-footed in the face of such blatant idiocy and rudeness. -
Read aloud about a family?
Miss Tick replied to lovinmyboys's topic in General Education Discussion Board
Penderwicks? I couldn't read them, but it is all about a family. Not much else, in my opinion! Haha. -
The only reason I see for not starting slow and steady with GSWL would be if you want your dd to get to a certain level before the end of high school. For instance, to take the AP test in 10th you might want to dive right in to a longer ranging curriculum. Our experience was that a nice year spent with GSWL and additional English-to-Latin exercises really out us in good shape to start Lively Latin.
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Looking for a good tinted lip balm or very sheer/light lipstick
Miss Tick replied to Greta's topic in The Chat Board
Neutrogena has one that I really like, "revitalizing lip balm" I use Fresh Plum which looks dark, but just tints nicely. No shimmer, subtle smell, virtually no taste. -
I like to buy houses from people like you and Orthodox's ds. People who have the vision and drive and time (or perhaps priorities) to do the work needed, and do it well. I used to think that was me, but now, years later and with experience under my belt, I know it is not me. I love the look of 50's modern houses, though.
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audi book recommendations for 8 and 10 year olds?
Miss Tick replied to angelica's topic in K-8 Curriculum Board
True Meaning of Smekday Fortunately, the Milk -
Free ebook about presidential elections
Miss Tick replied to Farrar's topic in General Education Discussion Board
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Well, your post sounds like you are not interested in Salsa, which is a common recommendation for that age. One of my libraries had Muzzy online and it included some basic games associated with the different lessons. The three of you might like the BBC's Mi Vida Loca. It is episodes of a show that you participate in and then there a few grammar and vocabulary exercises, some of which include listening to dialog. We like it here, but I can't review the end since we haven't gotten there yet... We get Spanish story books from the library occasionally and read those. Low tech. Another thing you might like is the Spanish package at Tinman Press. There are four different types of activities that use some (occasionally new) vocabulary, and often require the kids to listen to your oral directions. It is a nice supplement. I got the whole thing and usually we would do one sheet from two different packets at a sitting. I think I found two sheets that needed errata, and the company quickly sent me one (maybe both?) I'm happy to pass them on if you go with that. If you speak Spanish, you would be well equipped to check out the Zambombazo website. I can muddle through and find cool stuff, although much of it is meant to be printed out. None of this is exactly what you asked for, though. I'll keep thinking about it.
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Do You Do Science in your Homeschool?
Miss Tick replied to Jean in Newcastle's topic in General Education Discussion Board
Technically, we haven't gotten through middle school or into high school yet, so I voted with my plan. Plans are so nice and clear-cut. -
I would ask if they have thought about getting sports glasses for their daughter! As she can assess at this age kids can easily break them during soccer, and yikes! The glasses are expensive, but flexible enough to last many years and save her vision! We have some, and I remember watching a little girl without them get hit in the face. Agh, queasy-making. I am amazed they have to wear shin guards do religiously, but glasses aren't commented on. Anyway, I would just look at her blankly.
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Is this crazy? WWE for a 12 yo
Miss Tick replied to shinyhappypeople's topic in The Learning Challenges Board
I'm no writing expert, but WWE1 is not what you want, maybe WWE3. It would practice, writing from dictation, summary and narration, and getting those summaries from your head to the paper. WWE 4 is the same, but a step up in length of passages, and with slightly less scaffolding. I wouldn't start with 4, although I might modify 3 to be more like 4 if she caught on quickly. It isn't clear to me where you think she struggles, exactly, and I am not familiar with SWI. Can you help her break down the tasks into manageable sizes and then work with her through them? Good luck finding what you all need. -
I'm sad. I said I wouldn't be, but I am
Miss Tick replied to athomeontheprairie's topic in The Chat Board
I think she is being rude. Sure, I'm not on Facebook and I had some wine with dinner, but still. In any case I'm sorry you are sad and I think you did the right thing giving her an out. -
Aww, I loved Whose Mouse are You? My mother's mouse, I love her so. Off to check the library holdings...
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Check out the Math Kangaroo site. My kids call it "puzzle math" I think you can look at least year's test for free, but back years are cheap, too.
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What is sauce, a 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes, 2T olive oil, and some garlic, simmer until you need it, freeze the remainder in pizza-sized portions and save yourself the agony of sauce making for a while. Capice? DH says Papa Murphy's.
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Thanks for the picture! Let me know when you do a Midwest shindig.
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I bet those people ALWAYS bought from the meat guys that have the freezer in the back of their pickup truck. Except I know you didn't live in the US, so maybe not. Too bad, though. What size laser pointer do you think the owners have to keep a cat that big happy?
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dd is nearly ready to leave high school
Miss Tick replied to daijobu's topic in High School and Self-Education Board
Yay! Lori D. Is back! And, good luck Daijobu. -
Isn't there a free copy of the Arrow that you can download? Possibly it is free with a purchase... We did the James and the Giant Peach (free) one. When I got it I didn't think it was enough, but ended up being surprised at how much we got out of it. I recently bought Faltering Ownership and it includes a schedule incorporating Boomerang and other ideas. That makes LA seem much more meaty. You want to find Farrar's blog, I Capture the Rowhouse. She is a big use.
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Critical Thinking Company has the first of a two book American History set published. It has reading selections along with a variety of output requests. It works for me because I run American History as kind of a second tier class to world history. I want it to be self-contained and ready to go. I plan to use the two books over three years.
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How much is "too much" hand-holding in Beast Academy?
Miss Tick replied to greyseal's topic in K-8 Curriculum Board
a personal record for duplicate posts. Backing away from electronics now. -
How much is "too much" hand-holding in Beast Academy?
Miss Tick replied to greyseal's topic in K-8 Curriculum Board
Clearly something went very wrong with my post. -
How much is "too much" hand-holding in Beast Academy?
Miss Tick replied to greyseal's topic in K-8 Curriculum Board
another duplicate.