[I need to make a vocabulary word sheet-what should I include?]

don't forget Definition. :)

[Newbie Question: What to do with other son?]

Starfall is a good option too. We subscribed to the "more Starfall" and it has been worth every penny of the $35/year. Tons of stuff to play and learn at the same time.

[Question about Faber My First Piano Adventures]

This site has at least the Table of Contents: http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/My-First-Piano-Adventure-Writing-Book-A/8060635

Hope that helps!

[Composer Study revelation]

Spotify isn't terrible and the ads are short. Also, there is an AWESOME site called Classics for Kids - I recently posted an overview on my site: http://homeschoolroundup.com/easy-and-fun-music-appreciation/

[Favorite blogs/websites pertaining to natural, healthier living...]

I like Keeper of the Home: http://www.keeperofthehome.org/

[The negative, self-centered, emotional, literal child]

I have REALLY appreciated this thread. My almost 6 year old son is very much like many of these kids, and I have a lot of new ideas to try! Because I am naturally a positive person, the negativity has been particularly difficult for me to be patient with. What frustrates me the most is the unending hissy fits over tiny things like adjusting his chair, the wedgie he can never get rid of when he's angry (LOL), etc.

 

The main thing that has worked for us is having him run some laps around the house, which leads me to believe that finding ways to increase serotonin when we are heading towards an explosion will be helpful. I also need to learn to make taking some time alone be less like a punishment and more like helping him to cope with the bad feelings.

 

Anyway, thanks again everyone!

[I'm getting an iPad! Need App Recommendations]

My iPad is coming on Tuesday- SO EXCITED! I intend to use it for some fun, educational stuff and wondering what your recommendations are for great apps for a bright 6 year old and 3 year old.

[A day at home by myself... what would you do?]

I would sit at the computer and play, and enjoy the silence!

[S/O Working from home--what do you do?]

I do graphic design, website design (for WordPress) and own multiple websites. LOVE it, but I have to be careful that it doesn't just consume time that should be prioritized better.

[Spelling.... free lists of words]

I'm using Webster's Speller - get a free copy on this web page: http://www.donpotter.net/ed.htm

[Greek Roots Only?]

We have the English From the Roots Up cards (check on Amazon) which are flashcards with the Greek or Latin root on the front, and the meaning on the back along with English words that use that root. I think they are totally awesome, and would see no reason to teach the roots using the Greek alphabet. We are even planning to teach Koine Greek to the boys, but I still like learning the roots with the English alphabet.

[Can't settle on a math....what kind of learner does best with MUS?]

I went round and round about math as well, and we tried Horizons but finally ended up switching to MUS and have been VERY pleased.

[do we really need a handwriting curriculum?]

Once they learn to form the letters correctly, I think it's overkill to have a handwriting curriculum. Copywork does the same job, or writing as part of a phonics program.

[Anyone NOT use a spine or curriculum for history and science?]

For Science, we're currently interest-led and avoiding textbooks and curricula. Next year we're doing Classical Conversations, so will probably start using that as a spine. For history, we're using SOTW for now and "living books".

[Online kindy level worksheets]

Not sure what level she's at, but these might work:

http://freestuff4kids.net/2011/03/29/free-preschool-kindergarten-printable-math-worksheets/

[Huge book list someone posted awhile back???]

I recently found several books lists: http://homeschoolroundup.com/book-lists-for-homeschooling/

The last one is the one I ended up printing- it is really good.

[What are you doing for K next year?]

Phonics: ??? Still looking for a program that works on short vowels, CVC words, and blending without any writing - any recommendations?

 

Have you tried Starfall.com? Their stuff is awesome, and if you sign up for "More Starfall" for $35 a year, they have tons of great stuff for early phonics, including a "Word Machine" that does CVC words. We love it and well worth the $35.

[Romantic Fiction and Christianity (CC)]

I think it depends a bit on how content you are in your marriage and why you're reading the books in the first place. If you feel your marriage is lacking in "romance" and you're reading the books to try and fill that void, you will just become more discontent.