In terms of faster, we've had success with Growing With Grammar. I would read the instructions alongside my DD, and she'd do the exercises on her own. Retention has been good here. FLL was too slow and too dragged out for her... We've paused with GWG and are working on MCT and KISS, mostly because I like how both provide different ways to approach elements of language, and I want to reinforce what she's learned. She's not had any difficulty. ETA: we started with GWG 1, and completed everything through GWG3 by early spring. She just requested to start back up with GWG 4, and has done a few lessons. We're taking a month off right now. I don't have experience with starting at GWG4 and whizzing through GWG6, though, as that would likely be more appropriate in your case?

No help, unfortunately, but :bigear:

My DD was getting lost in the markings; we've doing it orally the past few weeks and it's been a very successful "trial". I'm not sure if that follows the intended philosophy, but (at the first level) it's working for us.

I now have it on hold at the library ;)

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We did GWG alone in the first half of the year, and then started also doing KISS. She ended up doing GWG fairly independently after I would read and highlight the explanation text (explaining/expounding as necessary) with her. KISS we do on the iPad using Notability, or orally - but together. GWG ended up being a good introduction to concepts, and KISS an exercise in implementation. FWIW, it seems I generally tend to pick and choose what works for us, and apply it in ways that work for us. I'm often combining resources... :tongue_smilie:

He's just perfect! Congratulations!

Praying :grouphug:

Beast Academy elementary math from Art of Problem Solving ETA cross posted with Bill :001_smile:

Not sure if this is along the lines of what you're looking for - more art in history and not a program - but I have found it to be a good resource. Art in History :)

Terrific thread!!! Some pretty random thoughts: If you don't have easy access to public transportation -how to ride a bus/subway/etc (I had a heck of a time figuring out the trolley overseas as a 17 yr old...). By this I mean - reading the map, finding out how much/where to pay, and signaling that you need off. Basic food preparation. Figuring out direction based on the location of the sun. We assume we'll always have a cell phone or GPS... I have a feeling they're just about gone, but how to use a pay phone/call collect. We were taught that if we get lost from each other (eg in a mall or park) to return to the place where we were last all together and wait there. This applys to older kids and adults - the littles should know how to find a trustworthy adult. One thing my brother told my Dad - he said the single most important thing he learned was not to be afraid to try something even if you're not exactly sure of what you're doing. He specifically was referring to DIY large scale remodeling/repairs in that case, but I think we need to teach our kids not to be afraid to fly by the seat of their pants in some instances. And to know their limitations and choose wisely ;).

I'm also wondering this? :bigear:

Thank you for taking the time to type this out- I've read a number of posts explaining "blobbing", but I think this is what finally made it click for me. :D

I ended up buying the first level in download version from the N'Allenart website. We're just now starting with it, so no reviews on my part really. I do get the impression that A&Z might have been a better fit for our family personality :tongue_smilie: I thought the teacher text was only available in French? If there's an English version, we may switch over...

I was having issues posting on my phone, and only got a short message in. However, you answered my questions exactly! Thank you so much! :)

OK, not to be annoying (and I am sorry I keep hijacking the thread with my questions :blush: )... now DH is looking at a job offer in Canton. Any thoughts on the area? The "city data" forums have varying info :001_unsure:

Thank you so much for sharing this- what an informative post by your DH!

Unfortunately, :iagree: Ho hum. We loved GWG this year, but WWW was very dry. Definitely reminiscent of PS wrinting. We ended up sticking with WWE, and adding in elements from Bravewriter. I don't know if BW would appeal to your son; its given my DD a different perspective that she's enjoyed. I was dissapointed with WWW, as was my DD - GWG was her favorite part of the school day.

We had a flimsy in the pot metal one we hated. Once it finally "died", we bought a similar one by OXO (metal, in the pot) that I actually really like and use often.

If it were me, I'd look for someone else. If it were a temporary situation, eg for the summer, etc, then I'd stick it out. In this case, her coming sounds like something to dread every other day. From what you've described, I think that's just her personality; I would doubt talking to her would change her approach (of course, you can try - you're the better judge of whether it'd be worth it). Though it's not easy to find someone good that is also a terrific match as far as personality goes, there really are excellent specialists out there. Maybe ask your pediatrician? You need someone to help you care for your son, not a supervisor to report to.... :grouphug:

Thank you for sharing this!

We used both. The information in the textbook is like what is in the top part of the page in GWG1&2. Almost like it no longer fit, so they printed it in a separate book :lol:.

Praying for Molly and her family. There are no words... :grouphug:

I would say that is what we're doing :) (so, in answer to your question - yes).

We love GWG. I go over the "teaching" part of it, and DD does the exercises independently. We have started dabbling in KISS as well, and she's able to apply what she's learned with GWG. Retention appears to be good. I did make it a point to read/highlight the instruction part of it with her. She's really enjoyed it - probably the most of all our resources. We tried WWW- suffered through level one, but DD hated it, and I felt it was reminiscent of PS writing instruction, if that makes sense. We've not tried the spelling.