I need some advice regarding writing. My DS11 has not done a "formal" writing curriculum but is able to compose a decent paragraph or two without difficulty. I have looked at so many writing curricula, that it is making my head spin. I would not classify him as a reluctant writer but it is not something that he loves to do. I thought that IEW would be the answer but I'm worried about it being so formulaic. He is definitely not ready for WWS but perhaps WWE 4? I also looked at Meaningful Composition, W & R, Kilgallon, CC, etc. What would you do?? I am seriously at a loss for what to do.

My DS did an overview of AH using Adventures from MFW this year. I would like to go deeper with AH this year, possibly using Beautiful Feet. For those that have used this curriculum, should I stick with the Primary or could he possibly do the Intermediate level??? He will be starting 3rd grade this year.

My ds is 8 and has used MFW Adventures this year. He has enjoyed it for the most part, but it is starting to feel monotonous. I do not think we will do ECC but I do not know what to use. I've looked at MOH, SCM, Biblioplan, Truthquest, SOTW, Trailguide to World Geography. It is so overwhelming to decide which one to use. If you have a favorite history curriculum, please tell me why you like it?? Any hands on activities you enjoyed???