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I agree with TracyR that it is important to memorize math facts before worrying about the how and why's. We've used CLE Math for four years and have had huge success with it. I also will agree that CLE teaches both the how and why's along with memory and drill. It is a great combination of both. If still interested you should check out the sample pages on the yahoo group. They might help you to get a visual for what it's like.
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A sweet moment from one of my little mamas. Link is in the sig. line.
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They sound beneficial. I never would have considered that they would have additional info on the research and picture studies.
I'm with you on this. I didn't understand what they would have in them that would be a necessity. Taking into consideration the time we spend researching they might deserve a second thought. :001_smile:
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Our group asks the ESD for permission to use one of the school's gyms as a location for it. They have let us do this free of charge for many years. We use a karaoke machine for the microphone. It isn't the best sound system but it has worked and is relatively easy to find someone that owns one. We set up the tables in a large half circle with the audience sitting in front of it. The participants set up their displays/projects about 15-20 minutes prior to the presentation time. We then pass the microphone around and let the kids announce their names, ages, and explain the projects they have. We happen to have three science teachers as spouses that do the judging (their kids don't participate). We typically ask Papa Murphy's, Pizza Hut, and Dairy Queen for donated certificates to give as rewards to all the children. A WalMart card is given to the top three winners (walmart donated them one year and the others we have had to purchase them). I hope some of this information helps you and if not sorry for rambling. :)
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Does anyone else have this happen? The first day is great, but the NEXT day is when it all goes to pieces.
I can usually do Mondays just fine, but Tuesday seems to be melt-down day.
Why????
I used to relate to this. Now our homeschool group has gym day and library days on Tuesdays so we do one day, take a break on Tuesday, and then start again on Wednesday. I'm still trying to decide if I like the break or dread having a broken up week.:001_huh:
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Ours is up, link is in the sig. line. It's one picture to show how our holiday went!
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We have two that are skinny minnies from the get go, one that was a chunky monkey and thinned out around 5, and one that is huge at 10 mos. It appears every other one is chubby and we love it!
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After reading the responses I'm aware that I didn't word the poll correctly. I should have put Neoclassical with Latin, but not at the center instead of Neoclassical without Latin. Sorry for that.
It's been interesting to read the responses of how everyone classifies their style of schooling. I struggle with what to say when asked what method I use. Eclectic is too open and requires more explanation. Yet I can't clearly define classical vs. neoclassical (in the poll I did the best I could from what I understand of it). Thanks for all the responses.:001_smile:
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Love this! Great job.
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I thought his post was awesome! It sounds like a lot to do in 30 days. You will be busy! :001_smile: Don't forget to keep us posted on how it goes.
I was going to post a comment but didn't know if he knew you posted about it on here.
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Classical being Latin based and Neoclassical being based on the trivium but without Latin. This is how I have understood the differences to be. Please correct me if I am wrong. I know several others on the board use a CM method or some mixture of the above. I'm mostly interested in seeing who uses a true classical education method and who uses a neoclassical style.
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I would agree with those that have suggested you provide what he wants...at home. He is in pre-k and will graduate to K when appropriate. My little guys have enjoyed using Rod and Staff's preschool series or Kumon workbooks. It makes them feel special to have school books so when I say it is school time they get their book out. Mine enjoy a box filled with their school supplies. Puzzles and board games become school tools too.
We also have lunch boxes that we pack to take field trips, sometimes only to the park. My little ones enjoy trips to the library, grocery store, and anywhere. It's all about how you present it. If I get excited and say, "after school today we are going to take a field trip to the grocery store" they are beside themselves. They are eager learners at this point so enjoy it!
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Should have read your post before voting - I would change mine from "actual" to "symbolic" religious holiday.
:iagree:me too. I voted before reading the category descriptions and misunderstood.
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I tend to be drawn to the not-so-serious photos. Otherwise they are so very sterile and not enjoyable. These are fun and show personality. I like them!
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Taco soup is always a big crowd pleaser around here. We make multiple batches and freeze some for later.
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I intend to mark the day with something special for my dd's, but that doesn't mean I'm going to tell anyone about it--there's a difference.
Taking the sting off of what can sometimes be an uncomfortable event by taking an afternoon of "girls only" activities seems entirely appropriate. We definitely won't be telling anyone other than my dh why we're going, and even then I'll be telling dh in private.
:iagree:This is exactly how I feel and what I wanted to say. Thanks for wording it so wonderfully Julie!
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No credit cards here either. It's a great feeling when reading other posts that we don't have to be concerned about increasing rates. I do feel for those dealing with this though. We tried credit cards years ago and found them much too irritating for what they are worth. You couldn't give us enough miles, perks, etc. to have a credit card.
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I don't have any great wisdom for your two questions, sorry. I did want to say that my dd5 occasionally reverses her letters, exactly as you described, and also writes the word backwards. In example for the word "thanks" she would write "sknaht" and all those letters individually would be reversed as well. Amazingly she reads it perfectly.
I had her tested and they said until she was 7 they wouldn't recommend doing anything. That many children reverse letters and words in some variation and it's okay. They outgrow it naturally. I'll be interested in hearing your replies to see if what we were told is common or if we should be more concerned with it.:001_smile:
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Christian Light Education (CLE) is what has been a huge success for us. My dd9 will pull the same thing your son has been doing occasionally. She is a bright child and very good at math in general. Usually if it is something that challenges her she procrastinates and whines some. I tend to have her do it in small spurts when she is acting up in this manner. Having her do a lesson broken up is less overwhelming for her. CLE is spiral so I find the retention level to be superb. It is extremely teacher friendly, as another post said, and is inexpensive.
Good luck in finding something that works for both of you.
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Not sure if WalMart does it but my eyeglass place lets you take a few frames home so you can show family/friends and spend a little more time in them while not feeling rushed at their office. I find this helpful so I can see myself in natural lighting in them.
Also there are youtube videos on picking the right frames for your face, I found some of them helpful. Another idea is to look online at the face shapes websites. They show you good frame suggestions based on the shape of your face.
Good luck finding a great pair of glasses!
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I was considering their names among peers when they are adults. I think to another 7 year old it's just a name, but I can see the burden of those names as an adult seeking employment, a spouse, higher education, etc.
:iagree: This is exactly what I was thinking. As an adult their names will cause much unnecessary stress for them. Simply signing up for utilities will become an issue. No phone company will place a phone line in the name of Adolf Hitler without first showing proof of identity. So what most can simply do over the phone they won't be able to do. I am hoping they will find a nickname or shorter form of their names to help them along in life.
Imagine as an employee answering a phone, "good morning, ---business name---, Adolf Hitler speaking". I'm not thinking businesses would appreciate that.:glare:
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So glad you love your Yukon. I'm with those that love their suburbans. I started with a Tahoe and then went to Suburbans. I'm on my second one and wouldn't settle for anything else. The safety, room, and comfort are awesome! They handle great in winter weather, pull our four wheelers and camp trailer, and the gas mileage isn't as bad as people think.
I hope you enjoy yours as much as we have enjoyed ours.:001_smile:
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Northeast Oregon and we had a low of -8 last night, currently showing 0 degrees. Lots of snow on the ground and expecting more snow to fall for the next week.
Time to break out the sleds, cocoa, and super warm clothes!
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Look at the bright side! When you get older, you'll start shrinking. :D
:lol: Never thought of it this way!
Still looking for geography, any suggestions?
in K-8 Curriculum Board
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We used this book last year and enjoyed it. It was thorough, inexpensive, not teacher intensive and yet she retained the information quite well. It sounds like it might fit what you are looking for. Good luck!