I am looking at some language study guides to supplement my 8th grade son ~ we are also using Sonlight Core 100. I am seriously considering Total Language Plus (looking at Swiss Family Robinson, Carry On Mr Bowditch, Johnny Tremain, but not decided on any books for sure). Would love to hear from some that have used these, or feedback from other literature guides as well.

I like the one with your son in it. which one is his favorite?

Could some of you tell me about math curriculum that is not parent intensive. I just cant get My oldest daughter to understand me. It's about to make me crazy!?!?!! Please help!!! She is in 7th grade and getting her to do anything independently is like pulling teeth! I have 4 other children and I use MEP Math with the others, but she and I just aren't clicking.

Was looking at the Homeschool Buyer's Co-op the other day and ran across Explode the Code online version. Anyone use it and care to share your thoughts?

You have to make sure you don't have any fruits or other foods that they are able to feed on sitting out. I have heard of the vinegar and dish soap working for some too. I also boil water on the stove a few times a day and pour it into the drains. (I think I read somewhere that they breed in the drains and this will kill them.) It works very well and should have them gone in a day or so. Hope this helps you!

I have 5 children ~ one very close in ago to yours DS is 9 ~ born Dec 2002 ~ 4th grade He went to public school his kindergarten year and we just kept with the grade levels year to year since I brought them all home. :0) FWIW Our school district cut off was 5 by August 31 (don't have to be registered for kindergarten until age 6 though)

Your post was beautiful! Praying for you as you face the difficult days ahead. :grouphug:

We have had Smokey Current one is Chaos ~ sounds a little like Cash, he may be able to get used to it quickly.

Praying for peace and healing! :grouphug:

Where is the best place to purchase a large whiteboard? I just ordered a small white board and a small black board and I would like a large one for the wall, or on an easel. :0)

We love games! A favorite card game around here is Dutch Blitz and a new favorite board game for the time is called Dominion. Both are lots of fun!!!

Sandbridge is great family atmosphere! Love it!!! There is a great little restaurant I think it was called Margie and rays or something like that. Very good food!!!

That was beautiful!

I have a Kodak Easyshare All In One 5100 I love it! It is easy on ink and the ink is also cheap to replace. LOVE IT!

Everything showing up full price as of last night around midnight for me. Right when I was ready to checkout. Ugh!