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  1. Had to add: I guess First Grade has been more of a problem: it was my first grader's narration of Leif the Lucky that also stirred some "alarm" bells as his whole narration was full of the "false gods." He is a visual child and the pictures affected him! Didn't even mention Leif became a Christian or even the fact that he found North America!!!! Sigh. Rebecca
  2. Thank you so much for these replies. I have thought seriously about talking/emailing Sheila Carroll about it as she is wonderful... maybe I will go that route. I appreciate all the thoughts... I am concerned that I am "not on my game" to screen all the books and keep out the content. This happened already as I added Pyramid by McCauley(not even scheduled in the curriculum) and did not preview it and was caught off guard by some things. Overall, we enjoyed it- but also "dabbled" in the KA, etc. of the egyptians:( Thank you for the Simply CM links... I was studying their modules earlier too! I was looking at the grade 3 history books for LBC. I think their spines are okay... On the Shores of the Great Sea and The Discovery of the New Worlds... it would just mean avoiding some other things... Later, I am going to read through the replies again and all the suggestions. For those who are familiar with LBC I am actually teaching both grade one and grade two this year. The grade one is UNREVISED using Greenleaf's OT guide. I have no problem with Grade One. Hey, Listen to this has exposed us to some literature I probably would have avoided but it hasn't been damaging-I don't think. We don't "shelter" from the Bible at all so that hasn't been a problem. Grade two is a study of the American Revolution (Johnny Tremain) and Ancient Egypt. It is Grade Two where I have run into more of the trouble. Hope this makes sense, I appreciate the remarks, Rebecca
  3. I have been using Living Books Curriculum this year- which I have truly adored. I finally felt like I found something that was "us" and I found my "groove." I was so drawn to this program because of the dual history focus: american and world. I felt that it had a christian worldview at its base. I love the CM method. I love the Living Books method! I really don't have one bad thing to say about the curriculum. The pace of the lessons has been great. My oldest has been doing wonderful learning recorder, story telling, etc. However, through recent discussions with my husband, and listening to some of my children's narrations... I have realized that the program is not meeting some of our more important goals... and through direction from my DH and discussions... I realized that we do NOT want to teach our children the ancient cultures at a young age... we don't want them to learn "how" to mummify or look at illustrations with egyptian gods on them. I was feeling uneasy with some of the history readings and the narrations confirmed it- then the talk with my husband! I am so.... I don't know- stressed, frustrated! I can't "write" my own/ design my own because I don't have time nor the "ability" with the older children- i.e. I wouldn't know what all to do with my would-be third grader... I wish I could... I love books so much... I AM SO NOT UNIT STUDY! I tried MFW- in fact, I am using the phonics with two of my children right now- but the complete program is so not for me. TOG follows the classical history schedule- plus I wanted literature, music,art, etc. to all be a part of our school but not NECESSARILY related to history. I have been looking at Heart of Dakota... I am SO SAD. I love our school. Any thoughts? Especially from women who have followed direction from husband/Lord even when it was challenging? I am sorry to say that I feel like I have "lost" my edge with screening stuff for my children- as that has always been a big priority for us... but I guess I have "so much on the brain" with all the children and other issues... I can't imagine schooling all textbooks... It is so hard to find literature that doesn't have stuff we don't want in it... Plus there is the: I buy a book only to have to take it back because "such and such" was in it. Please no flames- we are conservative christians, Rebecca
  4. bumping this up in case there are any Heart of Dakota users here. Rebecca
  5. Dear Jessica, I forgot about that one! (Teaching Less) I haven't actually read that myself so I can't offer any insights. I was actually referring to a teaching guide for a particular grade level. I would say that more than 50 % of my second grade guide is actually notes, articles, and philosophy on the method. The guide is Five parts. The fifth part is the weekly plan(what you see on the sample). The First Part is the method, The second part is notes for the particular grade(i.e. 2) and subjects covered. The third part is pertinent and helpful articles. The fourth part is book lists, schedule planner, etc. Also, I remembered: They have Parent's Journal archives on their website. I believe they are listed under resources. I will double check. If you search those, you might find one on a topic of interest. You can receive those emails free yourself as well if interested. I hope this makes sense. My brain is fuzzy today! Hope this helps, Rebecca
  6. The original volumes by CM are the nitty gritty philosophy- but you have to "digest" it yourself and apply it to know "what to do when" etc. I "hear" where you are coming from... I have the Levinson books as well- and while I enjoy them- they wouldn't help me "know what to do when." I think Levinson and Penny Gardner's book are most often recommended for the practical break downs of components. Living Books Curriculum is what we are using and one of their guides alone is full of tons of CM philosophy and how to apply it. They recently went to also offering e-books of their guides which are less expensive. This is just if you are like me- resource queen- and wanted one for research for your own planning. FWIW, LBC doesn't start any grammar until second half of second grade and also- no spelling at all in second grade. Second grade is focused on reading fluency. I have to say that this has really worked for my son. (Although I do use FLL as well). I am not sure when spelling starts? I was planning on using Spelling Wisdom- next year in third grade. Just some thoughts to add to the plethora that has already been posted. Also, I think a key with these younger years is the immersion in and delight in good, wondrous, idea inspiring books. There is a CM quote: brain is forsaking me right now... about the best books being for our children- worthy books, a "feast" of books. Best wishes, Rebecca
  7. Thank you! That helps a lot. Do you have any opinions on these? Rebecca
  8. I am really intrigued by these books but am not sure where to fit them? Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks, Rebecca
  9. Thank you for these links. They are very helpful! I think I found my best place is a good collegiate dictionary and the bible. We'll see. Thanks again, I appreciate it. Rebecca
  10. like: courage responsibility self-discipline Does anyone know a good source for these? Thank you! Rebecca
  11. How old is your preschooler? Ah, just read back and saw 4 year old. There is also Little Hands to Heaven by Heart of Dakota. They also have other levels. I think it is Little Hearts for His glory? I haven't used this by my sister has used Little Hands to Heaven and loved it. It is very laid out for you. Sonlight Curriculum has a Core A for preschool. I,personally, haven't found Five in A Row(or before)to be an open and go curriculum. Next year with a five(almost six) and four year old I am going to use Living Books Curriculum Foundation Year. Just some other ideas, Rebecca
  12. I am teaching second this year(and will be next too!) Penmanship: Memoria Press 3 Math SM 1B/2A Grammar: FLL 2 LA/SCIENCE/HISTORY/LITERATURE/ART/NATURE STUDY/Etc...: Living Books Curriculum Grade 2 I couldn't be happier with Living Books Curriculum. Rebecca
  13. Well, You can copy and paste and remove the extra http! SORRY!
  14. Okay, this link didn't work... HMMMM... Trying this again, Rebecca http://http://www.easyclassical.com/curriculum_spotlight.html
  15. EasyClassical.com recommends Tracking Your Walk for third grade for personal devotion material. I haven't used this personally, but this looks like what you might be looking for... You can find a review at their website and links to CBD/AMAZON for the product: http://www.easyclassical.com/curriculum_spotlight.html Hope this link works, Rebecca
  16. My seven year old can handle The Story of The Ancient World as a read aloud just fine. HTH, Rebecca
  17. I could be wrong... so bear with me but doesn't Drawn Into The Heart of Reading by Heart of Dakota deal with this? It might be something to look into. Rebecca
  18. Thank you very much! This is very helpful! I appreciate it! Sincerely, Rebecca
  19. or is it a selection of out of print as well? Our library is not substantial. I prefer to buy most of our books. I am wondering if these resources will work for me? Thanks, Rebecca
  20. Thanks again for all these replies! It is nice to see all the different experiences. ArwenA: Congratulations on twins! It is just as you said... God willing... Kendra: I am due May 11! We are right on the same path! I hope you are feeling well! How are you holding up? Sincerely, Rebecca
  21. Momof7, I just read over your post again. Thanks for your thoughts. I think that is a good plan... and realistic for me as I consider our days. Rebecca
  22. Thank you for these replies. The lack of routine/ productive day is hard without school... I remember that motivating me in the past with my children. Kendra, we are having a boy! I will have five boys and one girl... My first three are boys, then my daughter, then a little boy who will be two on 2/28 and then the new little boy due in May. Do you know what you are having? I am glad to read these replies. It is nice to read ladies who don't just give the excuse of how "young" my children are and I don't need to do much. I don't know if I will physically be able to resume a full schedule one week after a baby with nursing(and no sleeping)... but I will keep these responses in mind. Press on and Persevere! Rebecca
  23. We are expecting a new baby in May. I had hoped to be able to be finished with our school year by that time... but I won't be because of severe morning sickness and other circumstances. I will have to continue on in the summer time. Does anyone have a "rule of thumb" they follow with a new baby. This will be our sixth baby... but I still don't know. My older children are more "school age" now so we have more school. I have 2nd and 1st, K, and then PK and toddler. Thanks, Rebecca
  24. Thanks for these replies. My son will be third grade(8) next year. I wasn't sure if I should teach him cursive or let him have another year of printing. Thanks again, Rebecca
  25. Thank you for these replies. I will also check out flashmaster. We don't play computer games in our house so I think my son will probably enjoy it... Thanks again, Rebecca
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