[Video games: What is your system for how much time dc get to play?]

We have a Wii, and they do not exceed an hour a day.

[Poll: Who would you prefer to see running in the general election?]

I would say none of the above. I don't like any of the choices. I will most likely NOT be voting at all this November.

[Writing question]

I would try IEW if I were you. I am going to be using it myself this year. We are using Wordsmith, and although I like it, I feel my kids need more instruction. Andrew Pudewa is so enthusiastic about writing that I think my kids will really respond. I am going to order it any day now, and can't wait to get started.

[Apologia Bio or BJU Bio - likes, dislikes? (m)]

I haven't used the biology texts for Apologia or Bob Jones, but I have taught physical science using both. I prefer Bob Jones because the format is very clearly laid out. I also think(and I have heard this several times from others on this board), that BJU is a bit more advanced. I plan on using BJU DVD's for biology next year.

[What constitutes and English credit in your homeschool?...]

Grammar

Vocabulary

Writing

Literature

 

 

These are all included in what I call, "English I,II,II & IV" on a transcript.

[Introductions Please!! Newbies and Regulars!]

I have three dc. My oldest, I graduated last year, and he is now at GA Tech as freshman. I also have a 14y/o ds and a 13y/o dd. We use the following curriculum: Truthquest History, BJU DVD science, Chalkdust Math, BJU DVD Spanish, Abeka grammar, Vocabulary Catoons, Wordsmith Craftsman, and tons of library books for reading. I have been visiting this board for about 7 years and I couldn't live without it!!!

 

Michelle

[What household chores do you hate doing the most?]

Unloading the dishwaher

 

Putting away washed clothes

 

Taking out the trash

 

I LOATHE them all!!

[Would you share what your doing with your 8th grader next school year?]

IEW

 

Chalkdust Algebra I