DragonBox Algebra is like that but an app. CTC has a whole series called Balance Benders that sounds similar to what you are describing. https://www.criticalthinking.com/balance-benders.html

I had no idea. It gets suggested by users all the time on FB groups so I thought it was a legit choice. I won't suggest it again. I was mostly trying to suggest focusing on their interests/strengths and let academics take a back seat.

If you aren't worried about live classes you could check the academic boxes with Power Homeschool. She can choose from the various courses to cover what she needs and can review Algebra 1 then switch to other math without spending more. Then you can help her find courses in fashion but that's the only part you are piecing together.

Yes! It comes with four sets of pigs and a variance on the original rules. We e enjoyed playing it.

A game. We just bought Pass the Pig Party Edition. New boxes to hold their school work? Kind of like a new backpack.

No, I've only seen it often and highly praised on the FB Blue Collar Homeschool group.

I've heard good things about this course: https://www.denisonalgebra.com/

Of the ones we have looked at, English was our least favorite. It just didn't flow as well. I could read aloud the others, including math, and while they weren't what I would call conversational they still flowed better than the English one. Our library has them, maybe you could try before you buy?

You make a good point. Although some phrases get passed down even if the kids using them haven't seen the movie. We do need to consider newer movies though as they are more culturally relevant for Gen Z.

That's ok. I realize that just ten might be difficult. I appreciate all the lists! Definitely some I hadn't thought of yet. We joke about the list of books/movies a potential spouse would have to experience to understand our family jokes.

My kids and I were talking about why Wizard of Oz is considered a must watch movie (some were not impressed, but mostly because they love the books). I mentioned that there are many phrases and concepts from the movie that have entered the cultural language (eg we're not in Kansas anymore). Which got me thinking, what 10 movies are foundational to understanding cultural references? Or worded in another way, what ten movies would you have a completely unsocialized homeschooler watch to understand typical references made to movies? Star Wars episode 4, Wizard of Oz, and Princess Bride would be on my list, what would be on yours? I realize different sections of society probably have different "core" references. I am also just thinking about movies not TV series. Obviously this isn't a critical academic need, but I am thinking of making sure my younger children have seen classic movies just so they can make sense of cultural references just like I am making sure they have at least read a simplified version of core literature classics for the same reason. Anybody interested in helping me create a list?

I would show this to my daughter, but I am afraid she would actually consider doing this.

The usual federal places were closed but hubby's work didn't shut down. He works for an insurance company and they only close for the "big" holidays. I didn't see much in the way of celebration, but I didn't go out much that day anyway so may have simply not noticed. Our area has a much higher Hispanic population than black, so that may be part of it. I did explain the significance of the day to my kiddos. My only hope is that it isn't politicized each year and we can enjoy the historical significance of the holiday with out the left/right rhetoric.

As an aside. My daughter and her husband are both very religious (as well as both the families) but neither of the churches were large enough to handle the number of people they wanted to invite. Sadly, in our area, it's easier and/or less expensive to rent a venue than rent a large church you don't belong to. My daughter will be getting away with about 10-12000 for her wedding. Over half will be for the food. It was important to them though so they went super simple in other areas to allow for it.

Ratios. That seems to be the math that makes Chemistry hard if you don't really understand them.

CTC math is online and independent. Could be a good way to outsource without having to worry about class times or homework.

I haven't read all the replies and don't have suggestions. BUT I do have an encouraging example. My mother got her master's in psychiatric nursing (so she could start a new career in teaching), visited Africa 5 times, taught in Vietnam for a month, and went to Venezuela. All after turning 50.

My daughter isn't near as bad as that, but did have an emotional rollercoaster each month plus bad cramps. She takes "Go With the Flow" by Happy Healthy Hippie plus thyroid support meds and that has helped a lot. My sympathies to your daughter and you (it's hard watching your child in pain).

The Illustrated Art of Manliness Shop Class for Everyone Living with Less by Becker

yes, those are one set. I am pretty sure we have seen others too.

There are graphic novels (comic books) that cover science topics. I can't remember any series titles at the moment. We found them at the public library. A good option for a slightly older kid (upper elementary) who is otherwise not interested in science.

My daughter is getting married in July. She has done most of the planning and MIL and I are assisting. She is doing silk flowers and is creating her own decorations, but keeping it very simple. After looking into what was needed for an outdoor wedding, we found a venue was much simpler and cost effective. She has a caterer and will be doing a waffle bar, brunch type sides, and cookies for dessert. It's a morning wedding (because, July, in a desert). We did do invitations and all RSVPs are through a web site. She will also have a photographer and a coordinator for the day. They sat down and decided what was super important to them and made sure to incorporate that. Everything else was simplified or skipped. We will have a rehearsal dinner, but it's just for those who are in the actual wedding. As for budget, she had received a lump sum when my mother passed with the expectation that part of it would be used for the wedding. I paid for the invitations, the dresses for two younger sisters, and appropriate clothes for the rest of the family. I would have spent even less than they are, but they are getting exactly what they want and are not going into debt so am keeping my mouth shut.

So many moms right now need to hear what I think will be your message. I keep encouraging the mom's that come into the homeschool library that it doesn't have to be complicated to be good. And that they don't have to cover every subject every day or even every year, but I am not sure they believe me. When you write your book, let us know. I'll buy a case and pass it out to all the new homeschoolers I meet. :-)

I'm letting my 12 year old almost unschool next year. He will be watching some science videos with his brother and do math every day. I will also expect him to 'research'. This will involve reading, taking notes, writing. If he can self-direct and create a decent writing portfolio we will do it again in 8th grade. He insists he doesn't need to learn how to write (but writes on his own initiative) and resists being told what to learn. So I am giving him a year to prove it. Not exactly 'life changing' but not what I have normally done in middle school.

My oldest two didn't take it. We did consumer math and statistics. My oldest is now getting her elementary education degree online. The only problem with the math classes was that I never taught her common core so some of the material was very new to her. She got into the program without an ACT or SAT score too. She started at 24 with daycare experience (and the classes required for certification) and is finishing in two years. You could look at modernstates.org and see about cleping out of the required math.