For anyone considering this, it's 20% off through April 21st. The code is taxday. Is anyone using this? I'd love some feedback! Thanks.

We've been doing Singapore Primary Mathematics (standard edition) for the last two years. I purchased the Beast Academy 3A guide and practice book this year and my son loves it! He wants to switch, and I've read of others switching to Beast Academy as a stand alone math curriculum. Should we just keep plugging along to 3B, 3C, 3D, etc. or should we skip to level 4 or 5 after he finishes Singapore 4B? I'm also open to doing both as we have Singapore 5A and 5B already. I'd love to hear your experience. Thanks!

Oh wow! I wish my memory was better. 😃 I'd try to think of some civil engineering students that were younger than me.

When did everyone attend/graduate from Clemson? It would be funny if anyone knew each other back then! I graduated in 1995 with a BS in Mechanical Engineering.

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Title says it all! We are having major pencil sharpening woes at our home. We have this one: http://www.amazon.com/Staedtler-Double-hole-Tub-Pencil-Sharpener/dp/B001E67Z16/ref=zg_bs_1069806_10

I graduated from Clemson 20 years ago exactly! :)

I know there are so many threads on these two, but I have a specific question. My 9 year old is using Singapore 4A (Stds. edition). He is advanced in math, and this is really too easy for him. We are just using the HIG, TB, and WB. I started him on Beast Academy 3A, and he loves it. It definitely makes him think, but I'm thinking the next section on skip counting is going to be easy for him. I've read all the threads that you should begin at 3A. I'm considering using both. I'd love to hear about others that have been in my predicament. I'm thinking about adding the IP for Singapore and dropping the WB and continuing with Beast Academy 3A, 3B, etc. I'd also like to hear about schedules using both. If I were brave enough, I'd just drop Singapore and go with Beast Academy. Any experiences with that scenario? I'm especially hesitant because he would be starting with Beast Academy on the 3rd grade level, and Singapore 4A is definitely very easy for him. I would love your thoughts....

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Bump. I'm interested in hearing more reviews.

He's at the Shepherd Center now, and they have been wonderful. He is in a support group there. His mom is also in one where they talk about the transition back home. This is what he is most concerned about. He would rather stay at The Shepherd Center where there are others like him instead of going back home.

Good one! I remember reading her books when I was younger. Thanks for the reminder!

This book sounds great! I just read the description on Amazon and there are some similarities between Kevin and this teenager (both played basketball). They are a Christian family, so I will definitely purchase this for him.

A family that we've been friends with for many years is dealing with a big crisis. Their teenage son was in a car accident and is now a quadriplegic. The family is hesitant to go through counseling even though I've mentioned it gracefully. I'd love any recommendations for books (for the son or the parents) to encourage them.

What age range was the co-op class for The Elements? How many times did your class meet? I'm considering teaching this class for 4th through 7th graders for a co-op that meets 14 times for the year. Most of the kids are 4th graders, and I want to make sure this will be a good fit. Thanks!

Do you think The Elements would work for a co-op class of 9 year olds? How much adapting would I have to do? I appreciate any input.

Did you use The Elements with your younger child? I'm considering using it with a few 4th graders this year.

I'd love to hear what resources you are using for Narnia for grammar, writing, and vocabulary. Also what are you using for Spanish? I'm trying to find something for my 4th grader. Thanks!

I'm not very creative, and I would really love to hear ideas on your plans for the first day of school. I plan on making them a special breakfast and then doing morning/circle time. Where do I go from there? Do you introduce the new curricula? If so, how? What else do you do to make the first day special? I appreciate any ideas!

I'm the original poster and I'm planning to teach it in a co-op to 9-13 year olds this year. Do you remember the websites you used to find activities? Do you happen to have any written plans that you are willing to share? Also, how many weeks did you teach the class? Thank you so much!

Thanks for your response! How many classes did it take? Did you just use The Elements alone or did you add to it? I'd love any helpful advice and tips that you have to offer. Thanks so much! I'm considering teaching it to a group of 9-13 year olds.

Thanks for your response! How many classes did it take? Did you just use The Elements alone or did you add to it? I'd love any helpful advice and tips that you have to offer. Thanks so much! I'm considering teaching it to a group of 9-13 year olds.

Just wondering if anyone has experience with The Elements by Ellen McHenry in a co-op setting? If so, I'd love to hear your thoughts about it. Did you facilitate the class and/or did your children participate in it? Do you think it works in a group setting?

What are your thoughts on doing the chemistry with a group of ten 4th and 5th graders in a co-op setting that meets twice a month?

For my 3rd grader, I chose not to use the Arrow at all and only used Partnership in Writing. We loved it!