[Can a rebel use MOTH successfully?]

I don't use MOTH, so can't comment there, but wanted to mention a kid chore system that works for those of us who can't/don't like to stick to a strict schedule. It can be found here:

http://www.triggermemorysystem.com/Zone.html

I bought this a while back and started using it with my dc. I love how it breaks everything into managable tasks. We moved a few months back, and I need to start this again. :D

That said, if you know what kind of chart you want and how to make it that would probalby be the cheapest/best approach.:thumbup:

Kelsy

[Does an ear infection ever go away on it's own without anti-biotics?]

I would go to the Doc at this point, too. :iagree: For future reference, though, I've often found it helpful to massage a few drops of warm olive oil (or garlic-infused olive oil) in the hurting ear several times a day. Usually that clears things up for me, when just waiting hasn't helped after a few days.

HTH

Kelsy

[An indelicate question re. chickens and mating]

Hmm... not really a farm girl either, but we did have chickens during some of my growing-up years, and I've seen chickens mate plenty of times. However, I'm still not sure I know the answer to your question.;)

Here's what I could observe: the rooster mounts the hen, and the hen sort of squats. It takes all of about 20 seconds (maybe less.) Not sure what parts "connect" though. :confused:

Hope you get some clearer replies than mine.:)

Kelsy

[Where do I buy owl pellets for dissection?]

Another source is Tobin's Lab. (http://www.tobinslab.com) Their owl pellets cost $3.99. Nice hs family-owned company. I've ordered from them before with no problems.

 

Kelsy

[For all you wonderful people who helped me with Romy's eczema...]

I'm not familiar with the original thread, but I had really bad eczema as a girl (only occasional flare-ups now) and my mom figured out that I couldn't wear any synthetics. Don't have a problem with them now, but boy did my skin flare up next to anything polyester or acrylic!

Kelsy

[DD has insomnia occassionally....]

This sounds like me. :) I have trouble falling asleep most nights, no matter how tired, and trouble waking up in the morning. This was definitely way worse in my teens than it is now. I haven't found anything fabulously effective, but the following sometimes help:

 

I read somewhere that if you don't fall asleep within the first half hour or so, to get up and read a boring book until you feel sleepy, then try again.

 

There is a homeopathic product I found at Fred Meyer called "Moon Drops" which works when I use it. I only use it rarely, though, because I don't want to have to rely on something to help me sleep, and falling asleep with something sweet in my mouth makes me worry about my teeth.

 

I hope others have some good suggestions.

 

Kelsy

[Germany]

It's been a while...

I lived in Kiel (in Schleswig Holstein) as a girl. Moved back to WA after 4th grade. My last visit was over 12 years ago...

Kelsy

[Are there any science lesson plans like History Odyssey?]

(New to the boards here...:))

 

I haven't personally used either of these, but Pandia Press, the publisher of History Odyssey has also put out a series called R.E.A.L. Science. I don't think there are many science books available, though. Here is a link:

http://www.pandiapress.com/real_science.htm

 

HTH

Kelsy