I started about a month ago with my 5th and 8th grader. My 8th grader can whip it right out with no problems. My 5th grader tends to think he needs lots of help. I think part of it is laziness. We spend 2 weeks on each lesson, doing the extra writing assignment. I like it. I think the DVD's are fun to watch with them. He is a funny teacher. I've got friends that started it this year and are loving it.