[Baby Kristen is now resting eternally in Jesus Arms...]

We're so sorry ... will be praying for the family.

[If you let your pre K and K kids watch TV, what shows do you let them watch?]

By far the favorite right now is Berenstain Bears!!!! We love that show around here.

 

The closer runners- up are Dora, Diego, and Cinderella (on DVD).

[s/o: pre-school morning time]

I love these ideas ... I need to add the Days of the Week song to my dd's day!!!

[Would you sign a national homeschool registar for federal tax credit?]

 

 

Actually, in theory, it's not. It's paying for the general education of the populace who cannot educate their children themselves (either through private school, tutors, or homeschooling) for whatever reason (usually because of a need for both parents to work; perhaps because of a lack of education of the parents). (In theory, of course. Nowadays public school is used by plenty of people who don't really *need* its services.)

 

I'm all for donating a part of my income to give future American voters a chance to learn to read, who otherwise would not have an education.

 

If it were not for public schools, I simply would not have gotten an education. Both my parents worked. While PS is not ideal (especially not anymore) it is, in theory, a way to help ensure the voting populace has enough education to rule itself wisely.

 

 

Great point. I have never completely thought of it this way - and I like it. Thanks for a great perspective!

[Would you sign a national homeschool registar for federal tax credit?]

For many of us, the local government and state already know we homeschool, so it wouldn't take much for the federal gov't to find out. Besides, I refuse to fear the gov't. Fight it I will if need be, but I refuse to hide.

 

:iagree:

[Where can I go to find out if my state allows ...]

Thanks for the info!!!! It helps.

[Where can I go to find out if my state allows ...]

... homeschooling other people's kids. I had a conversation with someone close to me about possibly homeschooling their child (long story there - won't go into that now), and I want to know if it's even legal. Where to begin?

[Looking for jeans for size 18ish woman - where do you]

I second the JCPenney and the Lane Bryant. Both of those are my favorite, with JCP having a slight edge right now.

[What is your family's favorite homecooked dinner?]

Ok ... now I'm hungry! Some of our favorites are

 

chicken pot pie

grilled tilapia w/ roasted potatoes

taco night

chili

red beans & rice

[Once again, I have to say 'thank you'!]

I want to thank everyone for all the posts on various threads about taking it easy with our little ones. They have really encouraged me to take things slowly. I was worried that she didn't grasp things yesterday as well as I had hoped, but after reading posts last night I decided to take a deep breath and not worry about it. And you know what? This afternoon she started quoting our memory verse of the week on her own! :) I'm so happy. She's now happily cutting and pasting ... and making a number one out of paper ... all on her own (it's free craft time after table time). I'm so happy ... and just wanted to say thanks to all of you who have gone before me. You are truly a blessing!

[Fantastic math game using a deck of cards.....]

Oh, this is so up my alley! Can't wait to play! :)

[So excited ...]

Enjoy! What are you using?

 

Blessings,

Lisa

 

Doing OPGTR, Activities and Bible lessons from MFW-K, and other activities around those ... colors, shapes, etc. Going to go slow! No need to rush things. My main goal this year is to get in a habit of doing school, and to get her reading. She knows her letters and is constantly picking up her books to 'read' them. So, let's try and get her to actually read them! :)

[So excited ...]

Ok ... it went pretty well today. Realized that 45 minutes is the most we can do at a sitting! (Which is fine, because it covered everything on my plan for today.) She's still excited ... hopefully it will last!

[So excited ...]

Tomorrow is my dd's first official day of preK. I know it's just the beginning, but I'm really happy that we are going to officially start! I've known for so long that we were going to homeschool. I'm just really happy it's here! She's excited too. In fact, she asked if we could 'do school' after dinner tonight! :)

 

Here's to tomorrow! Wish us luck.

[what book of you read to your kids....]

I also really like "Inside Outside Upside Down". :001_smile:

 

Me too! Me too! That was one of my absolute favorites!

[Math for fast learner..advice?]

That makes much more sense! Thanks! :)

[My daughter is red, now what?]

Baby wipes are AMAZING!!!! We use them for everything around here.

[Is there a nurse here who also homeschools?]

I am interested in this also. I am considering going back to school for my nursing degree to work nights ... but I am committed to homeschooling more! Let me know how this works for nursing families!

[Math for fast learner..advice?]

Can you clarify for me something, please ... RS = Rainbow Science? or Rod & Staff? Is there a website for Rainbow Science Math stuff I could look at?

[Things You Never Thought You'd Say To Your Kids]

 

"No, you can't have boobies and a drivers license for your birthday" (she was 6)

 

Jackie

 

 

sooooo funny!

[What second language will be teaching your child?]

We're going to do Spanish and Latin ... although I'm not sure yet which one we'll start first.

[Do you every find yourself 'just checking' WTM before you get going]

Daily!!! This is addicting! And in a good way! :)

[Should we announce "years" and pat ourselves on the back?]

Ok ... I'm a complete newbie here ... officially starting our 1st! preK here we come. However, I've known since the day my dd was born that I was going to homeschool, so I've been preparing all along! Now only have one week left until we officially start! So looking forwar to the journey! :)

[In one sentence or less . . .]

I agree ... calories in, calories out. Eat less, exercise more! It's working for me!

[Elementary Math Question ...]

Thank you SOOOOOO much for this review. It is very helpful.