[need a great pre-school curriculum]

We were really happy with http://www.mothergoosetime.com You can order it for as many kids as you need and it comes with everything.

[Science Wiz DNA Kit]

I haven't used the Science Wiz DNA kit but I have used their Energy kit and was very happy with it :-)

[ISO Fun Geography]

This one is geared for K-3 and looks like fun.

 

http://confessionsofahomeschooler.blogspot.com/2010/08/expedition-earth-journey-through-gods.html

[Free geography curriculum!]

Wow! Thanks so much for sharing!!!

[Moving Beyond The Page...reviews??]

I have the 5-7 for my 5 yr old DS. This seems to be a good fit for him. My 12 yr old DD is in the 9-11. This is her first year homeschooling and she has some dyslexia issues so I thought the reading would be more at her level. Some things seem easy, but I tweak everything I do, so I adjust for her. It does a wonderful job of presenting the material (however, they need to do some proofreading). I also like that there's not much teacher prep time. I think doing a K and 3rd grader is too far apart, however, if you taught to the 3rd grader and the K listened in (while adding phonics and age appropriate projects) it could work. It may be more work for you though in the long run :) All of their units are stand alone, so you can just order one concept to make sure you have the right level.

[Moving Beyond The Page...reviews??]

I use this for my 6th grade DD. This is our first year using this curriculum. She is a very creative and visual learner and this curriculum has worked out great for us. Let me know if you have any specific questions :)

[facebook, grrrrrr!]

I wouldn't say or do anything… nobody knows what goes on behind the scenes in a family/relationship.

 

 

 

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[I someone says they are "not Christian"]

Nope

[Does "religious"= Christian?]

I live in the midwest. If I hear the word "religious" I automatically think Christian.

[Afterlife of Athiests??]

http://friendlyatheist.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/07/AtheistFAQ.pdf

[Afterlife of Athiests??]

Morality comes from an understanding and respect for mankind and above that for living creatures in general. I know many atheists who are strong supporters of animal rights, human rights, and environmental preservation. It’s an innate preservation of species and respect for the earth that gives me my morality, rather than a book.

[How do YOU school year round?]

We do 15 days a month. At the beginning of the month I sit down with the kids and go over activities and decide what days we are doing "school". I've been doing it this way since last fall and so far it's going good. When we finish something, we just move on to the next level. I do keep track of long term goals (what I what to accomplish every 6 months or so) to make sure we stay on track.

[secular curriculum choices]

For what grade are you using this program? I am currently looking for secular science program and would love to hear more about it.

Thanks. Be well

Miriam

 

Miriam, right now my 15dd is using it for history, science, and creative writing. He also does free journals so you can try the program out http://www.connectthethoughts.net/journal.php

My 12dd does the journals as a fun supplement to her regular studies. I want to start my 5ds this fall on the starter curriculum. I think this curriculum engages the kids and really gets them thinking. I have been very happy with it so far. We are just finishing up our first semester with this program.

[secular curriculum choices]

We have been using http://www.connectthethoughts.net and have been really happy with it so far. Totally secular, but that doesn't mean he takes out all references to religion....he presents them all equally.....which, as an atheist, I appreciate.

[A good secular history curriculum?]

We have been using, and enjoying, Connect the Thoughts http://www.connectthethoughts.net/

[Beginning to research high school biology...]

Here's another option I found while researching biology for my daughter this fall. http://homelearninglifestyle.squarespace.com/planning-a-biology-unit/

[how do you justify spending A LOT of money the curriculum for one subject?]

My theory when putting things together --- Everything costs you something....money or time....you just have to figure out what you have more of :-)

[iPad users iOS 4.2 Rocks!]

Have you had any trouble with it slowing down your Internet connection?

[Knifty Knitter-what type for a beginner (dd10)?]

Here are some fun patterns. http://gettinitpegged.com/freebies/

 

Scroll down and you'll see the mitten pattern we use.

[What writing curric does a good job teaching 5-paragraph essay?]

I have not used this but was looking at it for my daughter. It looks like a good program. http://www.analyticalgrammar.com/teaching-the-essay

[Knifty Knitter-what type for a beginner (dd10)?]

We love our round looms. We have make mittens, socks, hats, cell phone holders, and freeze pop holders with ours. The kids have had alot of fun.

[US 50 state postcard swap-state facts]

We've got South Dakota covered :)

[Great $1.00 deals at Scholastic]

Thanks!!! You are always so good at finding the deals :001_smile:

[Homeschooling high school...where to begin?]

Wow! You guys are awesome!! Thanks so much!! :001_smile: Once I get to reading I'll probably have more questions. I LOVE this message board!!

[Homeschooling high school...where to begin?]

My 9th grade DD will be coming home from PS after this semester. I have no clue what to do! We home schooled last year but I looked at it like, it was a year....I can't mess her up too bad :-) We had a lot of fun and she learned a lot, which is why she wants to come home. I don't know why I am so nervous about this... If anyone has any advice, book recommendations, or curriculum recommendations (secular) it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!