Ok...I just figured out VP's denominational perspective. Where does the study of Ancient History began? Anything, say prior to 4004 B.C.? I also noted that for 7th grade, DS would use the Omnibus package.

I had no idea that Lindamood-Bell was into history as well. Thank-you for the link.

Does this program have a Young Earth perspective? DA is great, and DS absolutely excels at history. I need a cheat sheet by the computer to figure out all the acronyms. I'll look all of this up...Thank-you.

http://www.cep.pdx.edu/titles/italic_series/excerpts.shtml

pretty please...DS has dyslexia. I'm looking at History Odyssey 2, Ancients. It seems like a gentle introduction to narration and the curricula is scripted. DS has always read or used audio books to keep up with assignments. What history do you use with your child? DS will be 7th grade... Thank-you, Hearher

Funny that you mention this. A very good friend and I were discussing the WTM schedule, and she mentioned SWB doesn't even follow the WTM schedule perfectly with her own children. I must rely on my friend's judgement as I haven't been around long enough to know one way or the other.

Awesome..Thank-you both...Heather

So do you need both books? Thank-you..

My 12 yo DS has maths disorder. He sits in a regular classroom now and will come home in the Fall. I homeschooled 2nd semester, 5th grade and did the following: 1. Read the book How the Brain Learns Mathematics by Sousa. 2. Read two books by Ronit Bird. I'm Belle3 over at Amazon, so read my reviews. 3. Read a book published by ETA Cuisenaire called Mathematics Made Meaningful. 4. Purchased Cuisenaire rods, base 10 blocks, and a Slavonic Abacus. Using these books and the concrete manipulatives, I taught DS slowly, using all the authors recommendations. DS knows his times tables, can multiply/divide decimal numbers, perform fraction work, and work probability problems. He is prone to careless math errors involving borrows and carries, copy errors, and hates to simplify fractions. He can read a clock, but he is not solid with currency. To get an idea of my son's difficulties, there is a 55 pt spread between processing speed and verbal comprehension, and a 45 pt spread between working memory and verbal comp. He keeps a simple calculator and 12x12 times table nearby. We don't really use flash cards. Forget about timed math drills. We use the computer for practice where he can key in the answer. Touch Math was a joke. DS requires a top down, approach where he learns the underlying concept. He is very strong with abstract reasoning and verbal comprehension. Metric graph paper keeps his work organized. We also used colored pencils and pens. Math mnemonics are helpful. We worked in short intervals, spending no more than 10 minutes teaching a concept and 20 or so minutes practicing. These kids generally have poor working memory. Too much time will stress and tax them unnecessarily. These books really helped me. YMMV... For basic math facts, work on subitizing first, then use the abacus and rods. You have to go slow. Blessings, Heather eta: Lindamood-Bell has a math program called Cloud 9 math that is multi-sensory. That program may be worth a look. http://teachmath.openschoolnetwork.ca/Subitizing.htm http://www.xavier-educational-software.co.uk/content/Abacus/lesson.html http://www.xavier-educational-software.co.uk/swgal/abacus/index.html http://customgraph.com/SG/piart.php?art=660 free printable cm graph paper http://www.mathusee.com/wp-includes/popup_math_drill.php free on-line drills

This is precisely what I'm hoping to do. I'm shooting for 5th grade and then raising the bar. I'll lower it if I have too. DS is utterly clueless.

I've been reading the WTM over that last few days, and I always felt that SWB was stressing richness over rigor. Many times she has provided alternatives and materials to address learning weaknesses.

I've never really seen DS as SNs, but have seen a teacher or two that I felt was SNs....I read a book called Magic Trees of the Mind when my son was very young. The book stressed providing children with an enriched environment. DH and I always strove to do that by making every effort to help DS pursue his interests. We did these things long before we knew our son was gifted with a reading/HW'ing/maths disorder. We have always purchased books that DS expressed an interest in. By age 6, DS loved listening to audio book adaptations of The Hobbit and The Chronicles of Narnia. DS prefers mostly non-fiction books. I was raised by my mother and have two sisters. With a boy, I have pursued every passion that was at one time, boys only. DS has his own tool set that would rival any adults. We have a telescope and were into astronomy for awhile. My house is loaded with airplane models, sports trading cards, Legos, wooden blocks, and trains. I've learned over the past few years that my son is entirely capable of learning, with the right instruction that appeals to his learning style and appropriate pacing. You are very fortunate to get a diagnosis so early.

The initial COVD consult in my area is $475...

I love your frankness. Thank-you...

Expository preaching, by a seminary trained theologian that reads and understands the original Hebrew and Greek. That really matters,.

Thank-you. I'm utterly convinced. Blessings, Heather

I forgot about that, and Learning Ally charges nearly $100/year for their services.

Thank-you. I've been wondering about Latin. I will take a look at the book that you mentioned. I was thinking about trying Spanish and looking into programming. I need to get the high school graduation requirements sorted out. Has anyone taught Logic? How has that worked out?

Thank-you. Do you use a microscope?

Dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia....Thank-you

More questions for Rod. The optometrist over-corrected my son's eyes to 20/15 on Friday. Do you recommend that? It seems wrong to me. If this eye condition leads to eye strain, why over-correct? I hate this because the Dr used up my vision insurance. I may be paying out-of-pocket to get another eye test. I'm starting to question everything. You've given me much to consider. So that you know, DS periodically mentions architecture to me. He stated drawing 3-d pictures of airplanes and cars when he was 4/5yo. No kidding. A mechanical engineering friend of mine loaded, some very high end modeling software on our home computer. DS loves it. I used to let DS play with 3-d home architecture software when he was very young and loves modifying and designing house plans. I've never thought about spatial reasoning. I've been sewing on a machine since 3rd grade and have always loved puzzles. I've always been interested in the structure and construction of things...Go figure. Thank-you..I feel better now.

Scottish Rite Learning Centers perform dyslexia screenings for free to everyone, and they are located all over the country. Scottish Rite also has teaching tapes that they will loan to families that homeschool. Are you in some sort of homeschool cover? I know of one covering that loans tapes out to assist students. Your plate seems full. I would probably send the little kids to a mothers morning out. Consider adjusting your day so that you can work with each child. Rotate early mornings. You are going to have to be creative. Combine lessons for all ages of children. HS during unusual times and weekends. Your DH will likely play a critical role in all of this. Best of luck whatever you decide, Heather I just thought of a few things...Teach typing. BBC Dance Mat typing is online and free....Use text to speech software. Dragon Speak Naturally sells an excellent, reasonably priced product....Books on tape. Record your own voice digitally or use Reading Ally. The Ladies here can suggest many other services. Read the book The Dyslexic Advantage by the Eides. They make specific recommendation for writing and grammar. Stick with O-G materials.

I'm curious to know how many people are following the WTM recommendations? I will be starting in the Fall for my 7th grader, and I'm wondering how this will play out. Any tips or recommendations? Please tell me what you've learned? I'm about to go crazy on the reference library purchases. DH gave me the go ahead to purchase science equipment (I'm holding off a bit for that). Please, tell me about your experiences. I want the good, the bad, and the ugly..Start by telling me whether you actually keep a timeline and what subjects do you cover. Thank-you, Heather

The book The Dyslexic Advantage by the Eides, a husband and wife team. I can't recommend that book enough.

I've been thinking about this. My vision very occasionally causes me eye strain, and that's it. DS does very well in all subjects but grammar and math. Are vision problems selective? I would think he'd struggle across the board? My son's binocular vision was checked a couple of years ago...Why wouldn't an optometrist speak up and say something?