We used History Pockets for that in 1-6th grades. http://www.evan-moor.com/Product.aspx?SeriesID=64 http://www.evan-moor.com/Product.aspx?CurriculumID=7&ClassID=166&SeriesID=65 Here is a link to someone's blog that shows them completed. http://homeschooladventures3.blogspot.com/2011/02/unofficial-reviews-history-pockets.html They are fun and take a while to do the whole book. I have several for sale on the for sale board right now if you decide on this. :001_smile:

Lets see -We loved Betsy Tacy as first chapter books also! That age is tough - bc so much is too mature, but they can read it! Let me see my daughter's shelves: *Baby Island and Caddie Woodlawn series, Carol Ryrie Brink *Elizabeth Enright, Melendy series, Thimble Summer and Gone A Way Lake w/sequel *Elizabeth Coatsworth - Happy Little Family series and Sally series *Carolyn Haywood *Beverly Cleary *Little House series *Milly-Molly-Mandy series *The Moffats series *E.B. White books I don't think a soon to be second grader is quite ready for Alcott or L.M. Mongomery. They are rich! Wait a few years on those authors...

Do they add to her conceptual understanding of math?

Do you think these are helpful supplements? My son is using CLE math a year ahead with great success. My daughter is on level with CLE math. They both score 97-99% in all math subtests in our state mandated standardized tests- but I wasn't sure if Life of Fred would offer something important to them that made it worth the purchase?!! Deeper conceptual understanding, love of math, or something like that?? I'm trying to simplify and not overbuy/overplan. I wouldn't schedule these - just have them around for a supplement and the love of math. Thanks for any advice?

My special needs son's teacher gave me lots of old books from the middle school teachers' closets when they cleaned out. I loved the look of the two Science Explorer books she gave me, and I'm sure my logic stage children will love to read through them. I can buy the rest of the series inexpensively used. Does anyone use them just for fun reading for science loving kids?

Are we equating workbook curriculums with time filling sloth? Exactly how does a student "figure out a pattern" to fill in his mind-numbing Abeka workbooks accurately anyway? Workbooks, particularly CLE in the grammar and logic stages, have been a tremendous blessing to our homeschool.

My husband bought me the Kindle with ads for $115. I wanted the e-ink for a reader. I'm looking at android tablets for internet and a few apps also. I want one small enough to take out with me in my purse and less expensive than an Ipad2. So, my answer is both :).

I love Christian Light Education sunrise edition for math, la and reading. They are independent yet I grade daily work together with them and my trusty red pen. I make sure everything is understood during grading. They have quizzes or a test every Friday and both make straight A's in their Christian Light subjects. I think the fact that they read the daily work lessons, follow instructions independently and "own" their lessons is the main contributing factor. I teach history with TQ. I think passing on a christian worldview is something I can teach by reading a lot of the "older" resources recommended by Michelle Miller. We have lots of discussion during read a louds and about their own reading for history. We are beginning Latin with First Form - and I will have my own workbook and I will watch the dvds with them. I have 3 semesters of Latin during university (using Wheelocks) and I hope it all comes back quickly. I don't feel confident to teach it - but will definately stay involved. Same with math as we progress through Chalkdust dvds in future yeasrs- I will go through with my older daughter. Same with science using Dive dvd's with BJU in future years. I hope that makes sense!

Phew - okay thanks! I should know my preteen knows what is "in" better than I do.

My husband and daughter ordered glasses online without me last night.:glare: I thought wire rims were still "in". I don't like these, but my daughter says this kind of frame is what she sees. They look so bulky! She doesn't need to wear them all day, thankfully. Can you give me your honest opinions. http://www.zennioptical.com/#/?q=382115%20

That is exremely dangerous. I would do whatever it takes to get that fixed for him. Transportation, phone calls, etc. He shouldn't have to wait to long for an adjustment. I don't think it would be insulting, we all need help sometimes.

I went back and forth for several years about if I would start Omnibus with my 7th grader. I ultimately decided to do 4 years of Truthquest in the WTM way and then AP courses with Penn. Homeschoolers for English and History/Gov/Econ. My decision was mostly based on what I know my top state school wants to see. I'm a classical homeschooling cop out! Now that I see all the complete Omnibus volumes I'm experiencing some angst! If I could go back with lots of courage to rebel against college recommendations - I would consider the self paced history classes then 6 years of Omnibus. Still, I'm happy with Truthquest - we have years to read all the "good books" and they will still have their entire lives to self educate with the "great books". As Omnibus volumes become more commonly available used, I'll buy them for self-education!!

Are you doing this complete for Algebra 1 Credit? Or does it count as Algebra 1 & 2 credit? Do you do Geometry in between or after you are done with this combined course? Then Precalc? Thanks!

Bump - I edited this post to make a bit more sense.:001_smile: Thanks for any advice!

I'm planning next year. I've posted asking for advice about our curriculum and I received input that I overkill things. I planned on adding world geography using CLE Social Studies 4 (Into All the World) to our TQ logic stage Ancient History. I'm quite sure I have a full day after plugging in the time each subject will take into a daily schedule. I don't think having two "social studies" is the best use of our time, but they don't know world geography well at all. What we've done in the past: * Galloping the Globe w/ A Trip Around the World and Another Trip Around the World * All mapwork in SOTW 1-4 * Read several map/ geography overview picture books * Complete Book of Maps and Geography - 1/2 of this Would you recommend: 1. CLE World Geography (Social Studies grade 4) 2. or go through a bunch of supplements this summer - Enchantment of the World library book series, travel tv,States and Capitals and Geography songs cds, Global Puzzle and finish geography workbook Which plan sounds best - #1 or #2?

I've homeschooled for several years and never heard of this company. I've noticed on the boards more and more. I ordered a catalog and in looks very good - accredited. Around since 1975. I'm not interested in changing up everything I'm using - but I'm just interested in the background story. I.e. how it was founded in the 70's and how well regarded it is by homeschoolers and the mainstream educational community. Anyone know and want to share? Or pm me?

I have stands and cheapo trunks from AC Moore. I don't think it would be safe to store them in with the varnish. I do think the standing up is a good idea - wrapped in acid free tissue.

My just turned 12yo daughter wants to store her American girl dolls (3!) and complete clothes and accessories sets for her children. What would be the best way to do this to preserve their conditions. Acid free tissue? Where would I get this? What kind of box? Would Rubbermaid plastic be safe?

Yikes, I was going to submit my daughter 99% Cat-E to Duke TIP. Will that not work??? I'll research when I get home...Sigh..

Amasco has a teacher's manual and workbook - plus $3.00 each book for shipping? Hewitt just sells the answer key. I can't find any teacher's manual or anwer key on Amazon or Rainbow. Any other ideas? Do I want an answer key or actual teacher's manual. Thanks!!

I grade my children's CLE work daily w/ a red pen while they watch. We discuss anything they get wrong. Quizzes and tests are every Friday, which comprise their grades. My children both have A's in all CLE subjects. We love it!

This may not be your standard fare - young adult, but these are GREAT! I had so much fun reading them this winter. Not for kids though:) The President's daughter series by Ellen Emerson White: The President's Daughter (1984) White House Autumn (1985) Long Live the Queen (1989) (Winner: ALA Best Book for Young Adults) Long May She Reign (2007)

Yes, I thought that too - except when you consider all media combined. Here's an example: http://www.kff.org/entmedia/entmedia012010nr.cfm

I loved this! Anyone want to discuss? http://www.usatoday.com/news/opinion/forum/2011-05-10-Reshape-US-education_n.htm

I started a new thread, but wanted to ask the same questions here just in case I got a reply here instead. Thanks! WTM recommends Vocabulary from the Roots Up starting in 7th grade. We are beginning Latin in 7th grade w/ First Form. Would these two programs be redundant? We plan to continue on Latin through high school. My rising 7th grader and I are both ready to move on from Wordly Wise original for vocab. Would Vocabulary for the High School Student et al be a better option than word roots study alongside Latin?