If you plan to use OneNote with the ipad, I highly recommend the app Outline+. It syncs with OneNote and makes it look 100% better.

Last year with WWS1, I printed the entire student text and I kept the teacher text on my Ipad. It worked out OK, but I really didn't like having to print it all out. This year I put the pdf on OneNote. He reads it on the Ipad, (since it is easier on the eyes) and then comes to the computer to type out the lesson. So far it's working great but we're only on week 1!

I emailed Patti to see if I could get a sample of the first few weeks, because we start school next week and I didn't want to wait to get started. She said they will be posting the table of contents and the first ten weeks online prior to publication, but she didn't say when that would be. Kind of a bummer since that throws writing off for us. It is nice that they give such a generous sample though. Hopefully someone more "in the know" will reply to you. I think people were testing all last year.

Thank you, Granville Island looks really fun! We like a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities. We wont be making it up there again for a long time so I guess I just wanted to make sure we don't miss anything important, lol.

I've had a front loader for about 5 years now, since our old top loader died. I don't like it. All of our clothes get little holes in them, especially the thinner t-shirts. If I forgot something and want to throw it in I can't just open the lid and toss it in, I have to wait for it to stop and unlock the door. I can't really soak a big load, since not all of the clothes are wet. It gets a musty smell if its a hot day and I accidentally leave them in too long. I don't feel as though my clothes get cleaner (shirts still smell like deoderant in the pits sometimes!)

Hello everyone! You all were so helpful last year when I needed help planning my road trip to Arizona, I thought I'd ask again. We're starting our trip driving straight up to Beaverton where my DH sister lives, but we will only be there for one night before we continue. I know we definitely want to do the Space Needle and the Underground tour in Seattle. That whole area looks so pretty on Google maps, but I really don't know what the 'must see' places are. We have about 7 days for Seattle/Victoria Island before starting our way back south. My DH wants to see Vancouver, but I don't know what is there. Is it just like any other big city? Any help or suggestions will be appreciated! Even pointing me to a website or two would be lovely!

I'm so sorry! It could have been heart worms. My sisters cat just died a few months ago from that. He went from perfectly normal, to dead within 5 minutes. They had a necropsy done because they thought it was poison. The vet told them that cats with heart worm act completely normal, and then just die.

Bumping this up because I think this is such a good idea, and I have been devouring Lewelmas posts on science. (Unfortunately I don't have anything to add because it's already listed)

:iagree: We love Spelling City. I would go with the Premium Membership if you can, that's how we do our vocabulary as well. My only complaint is that I can't get my spelling list to download into the Ipad app.

Thank you, listening to it now and I think I already have some books narrated by that same woman. Her voice is nice and soothing. I really like to have a book in front of me, so I might have to get the used copy on Amazon for a penny :001_smile:

How funny, after I asked this question I am finding books everywhere! I just saw this at Costco this morning, along with the book Universe. It's less expensive at Amazon, so I might have to buy it too =)

If she has long hair you could keep it braided, or at least semi contained in a ponytail. Also, I have heard that tea tree oil keeps them away. If I were you, I would get a really good lice comb (Lice Meister is a good one) and run it through her hair once a week.

Thank you! I will be sure to get those Magic School Bus titles from the library. I know my dd loves them. We are getting some Seymour Simon titles as well. That National Geographic book looks awesome! That is just what I was wanting for keeping open to browse and pique their curiosity.

We are starting a 6 week unit on Astronomy, and would LOVE some good book suggestions. I have a few already, but I'm not finding what I'm looking for. I really want something like Smithsonian Rocks and Gems, or The Elements, but about Space. This is what I currently have: How It Works: How the Universe Works Basher Science Astronomy Janice Van Cleave's Astronomy for Every Kid Kingfisher Solar System for Young Kids Georges Secret Key to the Universe Also various library books (lets read and find out, etc..) Something with a lot of good pictures would be fantastic! Thank you!

My ds uses IKit Movie, and loves it. He attaches his webcam directly to the laptop and when he makes his lego movies he can take each screen shot without it moving around. I think it would be difficult to use an Ipad and not have the shot move slightly each time. You can have them watch some tutorials at brickfilms forums to get some good ideas.

Our Troop is something like 80 dollars for rechartering, no required fundraisers. The troop gets paid for cleaning trash twice a year from the city (two specific weekend long events). It's voluntary though and that pays for all the monthly expenses (all camping trips, etc are paid for by troop except for the weeklong BSA camps). The pack was different though. I think it was around 60 for rechartering, a weekly den fee (one dollar), and they highly encouraged popcorn sales although it was not required. What gets pricey is the week long BSA camp. They went out of district and it was 385 dollars for Saturday to Saturday!!!

That's what I think we might do, since everyone has suggested seeing it. I really like the idea of the kids earning the Junior Ranger Badges, too. Thank you everyone for all the good suggestions! I honestly didn't know there were so many neat places to see in northern Arizona besides the Grand Canyon.

Thanks everyone for all the good suggestions. I think I have a good picture of what we will do. Saturday we will drive to Vegas, Sunday meander to flagstaff. Monday south rim of grand canyon. Tuesday petrified forest. Wednesday Montezemas well and Castle, maybe see what else is around there. Thursday Lowell Observatory. Friday I don't know ye, but Saturday we will leave super early and spend the whole day driving home. I really wish we had more time, but it will be fun. We have a lofty goal of taking the kids to each state before my oldest is in college. We did Oregon last year, and Minnesota a few years ago. At this rate we wont make it, lol. I know I have typos but I'm on the iPad and doing the one fingered typing.

Ooh, I love these ideas! So it seems like if we made Flagstaff our "base" for a few days we could easily drive to all of this? Now I wish we had more time. I love living in California, but it takes so long to drive out of state to see things.

We are planning a trip in a few weeks to see the Grand Canyon, and I desperately need help with the other parts. We know we want to see Hoover Dam and the Four Corners. What else is a must see in that general area? We're coming from about an hour south of Sacramento, Ca. I was thinking maybe taking the first day to drive to Vegas and stay there for our first night. Then the following morning it will be a short drive to Hoover Dam....and then what?? LOL We only have a week, so the first and last Saturdays are pretty much driving days. Would you plan for 2 days seeing the Grand Canyon or just one? Also, is there anything neat to see near 4 corners, or would that be a round about loop taking us nowhere else? I don't have my heart set on it so we can possibly take that part out. We don't really want to explore So Cal, just Nevada and Arizona. Thanks!

Go to http://www.headlice.org. That site has all the info you need! It's amazing how misinformed I was when the kids got them last year.

I agree with everyone else that says to contact Costco services, and they will help you. I used to work at Costco member services area, doing returns so I know you won't be able to return it. This was years ago, but the reason they changed their electronics policy is because people were abusing it. Some people would use the return policy as a free upgrade every year. :glare:

Definitely check out Craigslist. We found a used Ocean Malibu Two that came with 2 paddles and seats for 500. We also have a Malibu two XL, that fits one adult and 2 kids comfortably.

Another vote for a Boston Terrier. They aren't as small as some of the other you are thinking of, but I think they would meet your criteria.

Our scoutmaster is very supportive of the boys doing other activities. Team sports are especially encouraged. That being said, camping and outings are absolutely required to move up in rank. The boys know this and it's their choice. Scoutmaster conferences are only held during campouts, and the boys know this. He has told the boys if they want to get their Eagle scout at 13 or 14, yet rarely do any activities they should join a different troop. I happen to agree with this, and even with all the requirements our troop has 13 eagles since they started 9 years ago.