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  1. I need to find some related books for my son to read, and/or for me to read to him that correlates with BJU Heritage Studies 5. His reading level, though, is more like 4th grade. What I love about Sonlight is all the living books. We veered away from SL for him, though, because it was too much reading for him. He likes BJU, but, we/I struggle finding books for him to read that align with what we're studying. Just hoping someone else has come up with a nice list of books!!! Or at least someone who can point me in the right direction. Thanks!! Sarah
  2. Hello, I purchased a new Core G (World History, part 1) for my 11 year old daughter. It seems very light and she's working ahead at a fast pace. She's asking for more in regards to the history part. Any suggestions? Any kind of history project she could do relating to this core? Thanks! Sarah
  3. Hello, My son completed FF also. How long after did you actually see results? And in what way did you notice improvement? Our speech path said it takes awhile to 'sink in'. He's currently undergoing vision therapy, and doing some LMB also. Just wondering. Thanks. Sarah
  4. My almost 9 year old son loves his Nintendo and seems very versed in whatever game/level he's on. Had a thought, it's too bad there aren't any games that wove history into it, in a fun, competitive way that would make it a natural learning experience. Unless I just don't know about them. Or, are there any kind of computer type games that do the same?? He's currently going through auditory processing and vision therapy, so it's a struggle to teach in the traditional manner at the moment, while he's doing so much therapy. Trying to think outside the box! Thanks!!! Sarah
  5. Training5, I laughed out loud. Carol in Cal., utterly confused now!!! Why did I have to pick up the WTM again?!! SL has been great for my 10 year old dd, and I've always wanted to stay with easy. Guess I have some reading to do, and maybe change things up a bit. Thanks for giving me something to ponder!!! Sarah
  6. Thank you for reminding me about WWE! I have the book and we did part of Level 1 a couple of years ago!! This will be a good place to start. I can't even remember why we didn't continue with this, but glad I kept the book. I'll just need the workbook. Thanks!! Sarah
  7. Okay, i'm preparing for next year and I've been re-reading the WTM. I've already purchased Sonlight Core F (5), which is a study of the Eastern Hemisphere. My question is, this doesn't really correlate with the WTM methodology, does it? We have LOVED SL, but, now that I've looked at the WTM again, I'm confused as what to do. How does this study fit with WTM? Is it a big deal that it doesn't? Generally, does SL follow the WTM path? Thanks! Sarah
  8. Thank you for your responses!! Yes, I do have the DVD's. Have had them for a year now!!! So, I WILL watch them!! Quickly went to the sites listed, but it looks like great information and a good place to start. Thank you both!! Sarah
  9. I feel we are WAY behind in writing, and I don't even know where to begin. We use Shurley English, and that's pretty much it. Both DD 10 and DS 8 groan every time there is a writing assignment, and I groan along with them. I borrowed Writing Strands, didn't really like it. I borrowed IEW, but haven't really even looked at it because it sounds like it will take SO much time and work. I'm considering having my DD take a writing class next year. My son's not ready for that as he's in CAPD and Vision therapy at the moment, so that is pretty much his "Core" for the foreseeable future. I looked at Brave Writer a little bit, and thought I might like that. How many writing curriculums do I need to buy before I find one that I like and that works?? Help!!! Thanks! Sarah
  10. We live outside Tampa, FL. We pay $17.50 per half hour, once a week, although, my 10 year old is now having a 45 minute lesson, so it's $26.25 for that. We used to have group lessons and she did not charge for those. We've been going to this lady (81 years old now!) for nearly 7 years and she's been great. I know at some point we'll have to find another. :( Sarah
  11. Yes, my daughter finished AAS Level 6 earlier this year. She's 10 in the 4th grade. She really breezed through all the levels. I liked AAS because it went over the 'rules' which I've forgotten! She's a natural speller. We've not done any other spelling program since then, but, I am looking at incorporating another soon, just haven't figured out what. A friend turned me onto Spelling Power, and I want to check that out. I really want something easy, of course. My friend says she spends maybe 15 minutes a day with SP. Sarah
  12. Hello, I have a rising 4th and 5th grader, and just wondering when I should start some kind of grading of their schoolwork. And, how to really do that? When is it required, HS? Thanks! Sarah
  13. Thank you for replying. We've only really discussed it with our daughter. She turned 10 in October. I think she is intrigued with the idea. Maybe they mostly wonder what it would be like, as it would be a new experience for them. We touched on some Latin, but really just ran out of time in the day. I work with her for about 4 hours in the morning, as she competes competitively in gymnastics. We could always alter that schedule to give us some more time for school. I've always used SL with her. Maybe that needs to change. But, I really like it. She really likes it. My son has a June birthday, and is a very young 3rd grader. I go back and forth. Thank you. Sarah
  14. Hello, My kids are 10 and 8, in the 4th and 3rd grade. We've always homeschooled, but it's always been such a struggle, and not so joyful. My oldest daughter is a good student, she 'gets' it and does well, although, I do think she is not challenged enough and wants more 'friendships'. I get the attitude quite frequently with her. It's draining. My son, well, it's been difficult from the beginning. Discovered over the last year he has CAP and currently doing FastForWord, and I also believe he has vision issues, and he'll get tested soon. I think, hope, he may rise to the occasion being accountable to someone other than mom. We had them both tested 1.5 years ago, for other reasons, and daughter is at a level about 5 grades above what she's in, and son is at grade level. With that, I just don't seem to get everything done and feel I'm not giving them everything they need academically. I think they would both thrive in a different setting, away from me! The school we're considering is a charter school, smaller class sizes, and goes through 8th grade. It's definitely better than the traditional 'middle school' situation. We attended an open house, and I did get a good feeling about the school. I worry mostly about my son with his issues. I know he's struggling with reading, spelling, comprehension, all the things that I think is vision related, and CAP related also. My thinking is that we're working on all these issues and he should make great gains by August. Anyone else struggle with this decision????? I am really torn. I worry about the influences they will face, but I guess they will face them sooner or later. I just want what's best for them, and I sort of feel like our relationship is suffering because of me being their teacher. Help with any words of wisdom and advice you may have!!!!! Thank you! Sarah
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