[Oh my word!.... R&S grammar vs BJU for 3rd grade!]

My ds tried both. Niether worked for us. We are trying First Language Lessons Level 3.

[Home Schooling In Alabama]

Does anyone on this board home school in Alabama? I just moved to Alabama from Georgia. I need some advice on picking a cover school. I just talked to a Lady at the Board of Education and she said that she would send me a packet of information. It would contain the days and times I should be schooling. She also said that some cover schools don't help you with curriculum. Others guide you with your curriculum. I want the one that doesn't help. My county doesn't have a cover school. From what I understand of the law, I just send money to someone I pick off the internet.

 

Maybe I need some help interpreting the Alabama home school laws.

[What should I use after Junior Analytical Grammar?]

My dd completed JAG in the 4th grade. She can diagram sentences very well. Now I find myself having a hard time taking a break to begin Analytical Grammar in the later grades. JAG does not cover punctuation, usage issues such as verb tenses and comparative forms of adjectives, dictionary skills, comprehensive composition skills, and other language art skills. Does anyone have any suggestions on what I should use this year? DD is going into 5th grade.

[History and Science on DVD]

I am going to be in the car a lot next year. I am looking for curriculum we can watch on the DVD while driving. Is there anything out there for science and history on DVD? What kind of home school do you do when your in the car a lot?

[Help with "disorder of written expression"]

Ds is 8. The diagnoses included memory deficit and slow processing speed. He is doing fine in math. I want to focus on reading, spelling, and writing.

[Help with "disorder of written expression"]

Ds was just diagnosed on Thursday with disorder of written expression. I am feeling a little overwhelemed. I am trying to decide on a good curriculum for him. Does anyone have any ideas? Also, should I get a tutor for him?

[How do you know if it is dyslexia or just a late bloomer?]

We have struggle since the begining. Now that I have a diagnoses, I can be more understanding to his needs

[Has anyone used Analtical Grammar?]

I have a 4th grader. I am looking at Junior Analytical Grammar. Has anyone tried it? What did you think about it?

[What are you using for English?]

I have a 4th grader and she is very bright. We just completed Rod and Staff 3rd grade English. I am trying to decide if I want to use it again next year.

[I am not cut out to homeschool]

Thanks. We just complete 24 session of VT. I have seen a difference in his reading. We are struggling with spelling.

[I am not cut out to homeschool]

I am feeling so helpless and confused. I am in tears as I am writing this. My ds is 7. I know that he has ADD and Dyslexia. I am making adjustments in my teaching style and materials with him. It is so frustrating to teach him. My pediatrician recommended educational testing for him. The initial visit is $150 then $125 per hour for the testing. Ouch!! Would we benefit from testing? My husband is against any kind of testing. He is very against medication. He feels that I don't discipline enough. (My children are very disciplined.) He says that if I would just discipline ds, he could pay attention. Dh doesn't understand because he is not doing the teaching.

 

I am considering public school for next year. I love ds dearly. I feel as though I am harming our relationship. I get so frustrated teaching him. I usually let out a sigh of disappointment when he misses another question. He is trying to please me. He usually tears up. I have just stopped school for the day because I don’t feel as though I can sit with him any longer. I hate that I feel this way. I want to be a positive mom and teacher. I feel as though I am not cut out to homeschool my ds with learning problems. I am the only person that feels this way?

[Niece in foster care update and what's a good present for a 2yog?]

No matter what age all girls love dolls. What about an American Girl Bitty Baby? They are small, soft, and cuddley. My friends daughter takes her Bitty Baby everywhere.

[Kitchen Table]

After 13 years of marriage, I am finally getting to purchase a kitchen table. I know that this table is going to have to last for a long time. I am trying to make the most of my money. I have a few questions about my purchase. 1. Should my table match my cabinets? My cabinets are medium oak. Should I get a darker color? 2. I really like the pub tables. I have 2 year old, will it be hard for him to get into a tall chair? 3. What brand of table is the best quality? 4. Where did you purchase your kitchen table?

[stranger just photographed my house]

If your neighbor is having their house appraised the appraisor will take photos of the neighboring house. I don't think it is anything to worry about.

[Book on U.S. Presidents]

I am looking for a book with facts about each U.S. President. What have you purchased and what is the best?

[How much do you spend in groceries a month-excluding restaurants?How many in family]

I spent atleast $600 a month on food and tolietry items, basically anything purchased at Wal-Mart. We have 5 family members.

[OmegaBrite and ADD]

I just purchased omegabrite for my 7 yr old son. He has mild dyslexia and ADD. Does anyone use Omegabrite for ADD? I would love to know how it works for you. What dose do you give a 7 yr old to help with ADD?