I didn't make any sensd did I? LOL! My DS is a first grader. I was going to put DD (3rd grade) into Adv. because they recommend starting there if that is your oldest child right? Do you think it matters?

Subscribing:) This is a curriculum I am looking in to.

I almost went with them. I was going to put DD in Adventures since that is recommend for her age if there aren't any older siblings. I didn't like the look of 1st grade so I passed on all of it. (Why? I honestly have NO clue. It's as if I thought that I had to buy for both kids at the same company):confused: PS I sent you a friend request on PBS:)

I am using the History from HOD (which is the curriculum I have right now), with the TM. I will not be keeping this program, so I am looking for something that has activities with it since I"m not good at planning these on my own.

Very good points:)

SL is in no way supplementary. It's the most complete program I've seen or used. Your get EVERYTHING! You can also customize your package which is wonderful. I do not recommend buying a newcomer's package. You won't get to pick what is right for your kids and you'll end up with stuff you don't need or want. They have a function on thier site where Saritia asks you different info and helps you place your child. I did not find that this placed my kids well. However, I am sure it has helped many. SL has now added activities for grades K-2 on their site. If your kids like hands-on, science is the only subject where you do projects. Some of the read-aloud time can be long for any age. My kids do better with shorter chapters. It is recommended that you order a grade behind for most kids. So I would order Core K for my 1st grader and customize as needed. The IG is rather large and you may need to have some help putting it together, but it is wonderful and so easy to keep track of things if you want a record. A catalog is a must-it really helps you see the curriculum. They get them out very fast. You can also contact a consultant online or via phone. Again, I have not had the best of luck with this. I have a consultant in Oregon that has done SL for over 10 years and trust her with all my heart. She is who I go to with questions. I believe you can access a good part of their forum even if you haven't purchased a Core. The forum is fabulous and has so many loving and experienced moms. Remember, SL can be bought in pieces and used with other things.

My DD will be 9 on Friday. Formerly in PS. Enjoys HOD Bigger, but is beyond the level of work in some subjects. She is driven by challenge like her father. I need something that engages her. Not something she can "get through". Does that make sense? Grammar-looking for something past R&S 2. Spelling-very natural ability for DD. I would say she is around 5th grade level. Dictation-HOD's Bigger program is way below her level. Science-We don't care for the One Small Square books. We do need something that incorporates hands-on activities. History-I like what we have. However, w/o the TM, I don't know how to incorporate time-lines and narration/projects. Is there any program that includes this? SOW? Currently we have DITHOR for literature. Is there anything like this that incorporates activites/study with different genres? Not sure how to go about this on my own. Other curriculum I considered before HOD: TOG, WP, SL, MFW, OM, KONOS Currently looking to put together my own program. Some items I will need direction and detailed hands on. Thanks!:)