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  1. I have recently been watching the series on PBS and the History channel based on her books. While its not perfect is has been enjoyable and I would use it as a supplemement to US History. These can be found on the PBS app or History channel app. I personally watch them using my apple TV. Sonlight's US history is amazing and is laid out for you with books, discussion, etc. You may also consider Notgrass American History, which is great!
  2. You should also consider downloading or purchasing the quizzes and tests for this volume from Peace Hill Press. It is nice to check your child's comprehension and level of listening/following along. :) We read: Adam of the Road Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest (mcGovern) The Story of King Arthur and his Knights (Pyle) The Door in the Wall
  3. We used Sonlight American History. I frequently check the sonlight book lists to see what they recommend for read alouds for a time period. This has been especially helpful when I wanted just read aloud ideas that I knew would be good.
  4. http://www.khanacademy.org Khan Academy is on a mission to provide a free world-class education to anyone anywhere. With over 2600 videos covering everything from arithmetic to ...
  5. I think you should take a look at konos high school. It is written to the student and is very good and affordable.
  6. Bible Study Guide for all ages is excellent, multiage and will last at least 5 years or more. At which time, you could get their next book or go through it again. The lesson format is in depth, has great review, incorporates Hymns and Games and memory aides. Each child has a wb for their level beginner, intermediate or advanced. Bonus: It is affordable and has been around a long time. Highly recommend it.
  7. Glad to see some discussion on this curriculum. I am currently using Paths of Exploration for 2nd and 6th graders. Overall this has been just what I was looking for, easy complete directions daily, history read alouds they love. Copywork has been a pleasant surprise, really helped my 11yo develop writing and typing skills. Both kids have retained most of what we've covered and enjoyed it. Gripes: I have to be honest and say the Science is way too easy for a 6th grader. The other problem is POE is not very hands on, has way too many writing activities for a 2nd grader. I looked at the lapbook kits and they look good, and could be added to help this problem. Also, looking at the samples from POS, it looks like they have corrected some of these issues. The Bible supplement CD was terrible, added our own. Also, it's considered a secular curriculum and I'd prefer more christian worldview. We ordered the deluxe package and have really enjoyed all the books. I am still deciding whether to continue next year with POS. If I do I will be adding apologia science for the 7th grader. Earth Science is still enough for my younger. Language Arts could be excluded for the parent who mentioned they loved their current program. Although the lessons are short and good. The $400 was not too much when I'm using it for 2 kids, and I will be reselling it at the end of the school year. Next year I'd like to continue with Am History but not sure what other curriculums have a similar timeline.
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