Thanks for the suggestions Kay and I will research them this weekend. My library is just so-so, but it will work for now, I'm not too far away from other libraries, so it shouldn't be an issue. Can you tell me about the math program you are using? -Di

Hi there, my name is Diane and I'm home educating my twin sons (5 years) with assistance from their little sis who is 18 months! I'm totally, obviously, new to this forum. Just finished the book a few weeks ago and trying to sort out my curricula for next year. We just finished K and are gearing up for 1st grade with the boys. I'm utilizing my charter school, so I have to use only secular materials, if I want it paid for in my yearly budget. I'm hoping to meet some seasoned homeschoolers who can answer some of my inane questions and also some newbies like myself to commiserate with and compare notes. :) Right now I'm debating between MUS or Saxon for Math Handwriting Without Tears or Zaner-Bloser ( my boys are both lefties too) I will be using Explode the Code for phonics, with lots of reading etc.. I'm still uncertain of Science and History/Soc.Studies, any secular suggestions are greatly appreciated as well as any suggestions of what I might be "missing" at this point. I've been lurking for a while now, but still learning the acronyms, so be gentle! LOL I'm thankful I stumbled on to this book and website at such a perfect time in my homeschooling journey. Thanks in advance. -Di