HI! We are using Singapore 1 for my DD, who is also in first grade. I have to admit, I just have printed out worksheets I have found online for more practice, and for review. And I have used some LifePac lessons for speed drills and simple practice/review as well. I had gotten the AO LifePacs for dirt cheap at a used book sale. HTH!!!

Well, I didn't do phonics with my DD, who is in first grade this year. She reads so well, and we work with words as we go if they are difficult for her. Which, hasn't been often. We are using Building Spelling skills which has been great, and has helped her with reading, too. So, I am not sure what to tell ya. LOL. You could do a little bit of phonics here and there if any!

we use the US edition

oh great idea....i think that WOULD be a good thing to do to start with...

All your comments have been VERY appreciated.....it's interesting to see the perspectives...and helpful to get me to relax about it! LOL!

Okay, this year was my first year homeschooling. Next year, I will have a second grader and a kindergartner. The main thing I am struggling with is history. A couple things about it: 1. I like tooooo many different options- TOG, Veritas, WP, HOD, and some classical options 2. I am really unsure what to think about most starting those elementary grades with ancient history. I think I know why they do, but it bugs me- I feel like knowledge of American History is a big priority at that age to understand many things about the world they live in. So, is it okay to go with a more classical option and add my own American studies? Do I "trust" the curriculum of such classical studies beginning with ancient/rome/greece and just let it go and do the years how they approach it? I am getting myself all tied up in knots about this..LOL. Because I know there's a cycle to follow with some of the curricula and I don't want to mess it up!! LOL!!! I wanted to get something that I could do with both. This year, we covered some world history (from Core Knowledge) and then TQ Early American history, through mid 1800s. Next year, I wouldn't mind doing a broader study but again, it bugs me if we leave out American History. I like the idea of COTW by Winter Promise. Anyways, I guess I am rambling a bit...any help is much appreciated!!!!!

thanks!!! this will be great!