Heaven. Actually a choice between life on earth and life in heaven is a false separation because the Scripture teaches that there will be a New Earth, and that paradise lost will be paradise found. This imperfect, fallen earth will pass away and be redeemed. As believers, we will inhabit the New Earth, restored like Eden. So, there will be no distinction between "earth" and "heaven" when the King comes back and restores His kingdom. I believe that we will continue to learn, continue to grow, and continue to enjoy things that we enjoy now -- only without the blight of this present darkness. There will be no separation between God and man, and our faith will be sight! Wow, thanks for making me think of this promise today -- it is awesome. Ever wonder what we will be doing in Heaven? Just sit around on clouds playing harps? A great book on this is "Heaven" by Randy Alcorn.

there is an elementary activity book that goes with the DW Ancients? I'm not sure if this is new, but combined with selected audio and good reading, it might be a viable option.

" An adverb modifies a verb, adjective or another adverb. An adverb asks, How? When? Where?" Yes, this answers "when?" and modifies the verb. To solidify parts of speech, I can't recommend a year of Shurley enough!

Awwww - what a bummer to be stumped. With TruthQuest, the content is mainly in the living books -- it is truly a literature-based approach. We have used it for years with great success. However, if it has your head spinning, you'd likely do better with something more structured. How about BiblioPlan Ancients? Or Winter Promise Quest for the Ancients? Maybe something with a weekly schedule would get you going. Best wishes!

Yeah, the guide says for 6th grade and up, and we will be using it for 7th. From what I saw, it looks perfect for middle school. I'm doing TruthQuest/Ambleside Online type stuff. Right now, I like the Usborne Internet-Linked Encyclopedia of the Ancient World, The World of Caesar Augustus by Foster, and Famous Men of Greece/Rome. We'll add all sorts of TruthQuest selections to that as time and interest allows. I hope that the Diana Waring guide will add some "outside the box" activities to do with our little co-op. I love the revisions by Answers in Genesis! The discussion questions and scheduling helps will be great for a co-op. When do you plan to use it?

Thanks, Cynthia. I would have trouble using it as a spine, as well. I am actually planning on using this cooperatively, and as a supplement to our literature-based study. I think this will spice things up a bit!

Thanks so much, ladies! I looked at MOH, and the structure and lack of choices doesn't appeal to me. ;) I am comfortable with products like KONOS, and TruthQuest which leave the scheduling and choices up to the parent. I actually dislike being structured by a publisher.:D Yes, I am doing my own "Phase 1" but plan to have dd choose ideas from phases 3-4. See, I think searching for the information and asking questions is half of the fun! I'm the type of teacher that is pretty comfortable with student-led, prefers choices, and loves open-ended, creative ideas. In fact, I am in the process of putting a middle school co-op together, and am looking for some challenging, creative unit study ideas for us to use. I have heard that the new revision from Answers in Genesis does have a map and timeline answer key. We are going to go for it!

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I am looking for a supplement to use with our literature-based ancient history studies for 7th grade. Today I perused "Ancient Civilizations and the Bible" by Diane Waring and it looks tailor made for middle school. This is the new, revised version that is written in a 4-phase format. I am looking for research, writing, and across-the-curriculum ideas that are challenging enough for middle school, yet have a creative spark. Diane Warings material looks like it has choices that would appeal to a wide variety of learning styles. I'm leaning toward getting it, and was wondering if there is anyone who has used it. Did your child like it? This would be a resource for student-selected projects and research, and I'd love to hear from anyone who's used it.

I think she's lost her voice, unfortunately. LOVED the hat. She still rocks.

The "gospel" of Judas is nothing new - and it isn't Scripture. It's a fake and utter nonsense. No serious Bible scholar accepts it as anything but a fraud.

Oh, I didn't think about that, sorry! I'm not sure how high your student's ability is - but I think that overplacement is detrimental. I was thinking if she isn't doing well with Apologia, maybe she is overplaced? If she is working up to ability, I would give credit to my dd for a P-H course in high school, provided the hours were put in, and some supplemental research projects were done. I am comfortable, when comparing what passes as high school credit in our local public school. I'd rather have her gain a working knowledge of the subject, knowing the basics WELL. Just a thought - from a mom of a somewhat non-academically oriented dd.

We are going with Prentice Hall's Chemical Interactions and Chemical Building Blocks. I ordered the student text, guided reading workbook, lab video, and interactive textbook online/cd ($3). I already have the Lab Zone Planner cd, which works with the whole SE series. I also ordered Delta Science's "DSM II" Chemical Interactions to use with a co-op class. I have had good results with Science Explorer, provided the extra activities and demos get done. SE is very different than Apologia - and much better for different types of learners, imo. : ) Tami

I don't know about Judas, but here is a theme I see from the New Testament: if, and only if, we hold fast and abide TO THE END, it is the proof that we are really saved." Here are some sample Scriptures: Hebrews 3:6 (New American Standard Bible) 6but Christ was faithful as (A)a Son over His house--(B)whose house we are, ©if we hold fast our (D)confidence and the boast of our (E)hope firm until the end. Hebrews 3:14 (New American Standard Bible) 14For we have become partakers of Christ, (A)if we hold fast the beginning of our (B)assurance firm until the end, 2 John 1:9 (New American Standard Bible) 9Anyone who goes too far and (A)does not abide in the teaching of Christ, does not have God; the one who abides in the teaching, he has both the Father and the Son 1 John 2:19 (New American Standard Bible) 19(A)They went out from us, but they were not really of us; for if they had been of us, they would have remained with us; but they went out, (B)so that it would be shown that they all are not of us.

Sure--I actually linked in the post above. For a beginner, I would recommend the In and Out study with Precept audio CD. If you can meet with a friend, it really helps with motivation to move things along!

I really like the Prentice-Hall Science Explorer series because of all the integration of technology, hands-on activities (Lab Zone CD has activities for every SE title for $30), availability of lab video, Discovery channel video, workbooks, etc. I just love the SE series! Also check out DSM III at the Delta Education website. Newton's Toybox looks really fun!

My friend and I have used Precept without a leader for years now. We simply discuss our lesson and then listen to the audio. One would gain much simply by studying the chapters and listening to the audio. I don't care for the format of the New Inductive studies - it's nicer for me to have a workbook.

We are doing WW I right now! I have some resources posted on my blog that are geared toward girl interest. Check it out - siggy line. I think your daughter would really enjoy After the Dancing Days, Rilla of Ingleside, and The Yanks are Coming. I also created a Netflix list for WW I HERE: Have fun!

What is his diet like? If he doesn't eat well, he could have anemia, a zinc or vitamin B deficiency, yeast overgrowth, or unstable blood sugar levels from processed sugar overload. Any of these lead to a person not feeling "well." I would attack it with a corrective nutrition plan to increase fresh fruits and vegetables, and to eliminate processed sugar.

This is utter nonsense at best, and will land you in the hopital at worst. These people are taking advantage of those who feel desperate to lose weight. If you want a diet plan that is structured and will work LONG TERM, I can recommend The Eat Clean Diet by Tosca Reno, or South Beach. Best wishes to you,

I'll chime in in agreement on the Kay Arthur studies. If you want meaty and are pressed for time, try one of the "In and Out" studies. With either "Precept Upon Precept" or "In and Out" be sure to pick up the corresponding audio CD. I just can't imagine doing Precept without hearing Kay teach! She rocks!!!

:iagree: I can't stand the taste of soy protein powder. It tastes chalky.

I like a whey protein isolate. Whey isolates are 90% pure by weight. This powder packs 24g of pure protein per serving with less fat, cholesterol, sugar, lactose, or other things. My favorite is by Optimum Nutrition. HTH!

Wretched Radio has something like this. It's private with a small membership fee - that that likely reduces "drive-bys" You can run a Google.