Any suggestions for curriculum for my 3rd grader, 1st time w/ homeschool? I love TWTM/ABeka (classical)....But I really would like to purchase it all in a Kit, if possible.

We are doing this.........all from Dollar Store: Manicure Gift Basket- 2 nailpolishes, Nail polish remover, small bag of cotton balls, cuticle cream w/ cuticle stick, nailclippers, emery board, hand cream....all tucked in a pink basket with pink shreds and Hershey Kisses thrown in and a heart felt note. :001_wub:

We live in Chesapeake, VA :auto:

We live in Chesapeake! :auto:

Hey Kel- I also live in Chesapeake, VA....my homeschool friend, Wendy, lives in Va Beach. I just heard about Trader Joe's out our way...wahoo! Virginia Beach 503 Hilltop Plaza Virginia Beach, VA 23454 Trading Hours: 9 am – 9 pm Phone: 757-422-4840 I like to buy: -organic blue Agave syrup/nectar -rice pastas -nut butters -Haas avocados -pomegranite limeade -dried fruits and nuts and more.........

Tina- I'm a Generation Rescue Angel and Board Member for TACA-Virginia (Talk about curing Autism). I'm not sure where your friend lives? If it's in Georgia, then here's the closest TACA Meeting: TACA of Georgia Meeting - May 16, 2009 TitleTACA of Georgia Meeting - May 16, 2009LocationThe Hyperbaric Therapy Center, 104 Colony Park Drive, Suite 500, Cumming, GA 30040 Directions from your locationDateMay 16, 2009Time2-4 p.m.DescriptionJulia Turner, MMSc, RD, LD Dietary Intervention for Autism and Related Disorders A discussion of the various diets for autism with information to benefit beginners as well as those who are more advanced in their dietary approaches. Julia Turner, MMSc, RD, LD, is a registered and licensed dietitian based in Georgia. She earned her Masters of Medical Science degree from Emory University with an emphasis on neonatal nutrition. She has worked for a number of years in clinical, private and educational settings. Her particular interest is providing services for adult and child clients with specialized nutritional needs due to developmental challenges, food and chemical allergies and sensitivities, gastrointestinal issues and sensory challenges involving food. Having personal experience in raising two children with special needs, Julia has developed a keen understanding of the unique challenges experienced by family members with special nutritional needs. She is a valuable resource for families that require specialized support. Websitewww.tacanow.org/georgiaFeeFREE and come June... TACA of Georgia New Parent Seminar - June 13, 2009 TitleTACA of Georgia New Parent Seminar - June 13, 2009LocationThe Hyperbaric Therapy Center, 104 Colony Park Drive, Suite 500, Cumming, GA 30040 Directions from your locationDateJune 13, 2009Time9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.DescriptionNew Parent Seminar After receiving the diagnosis of autism for a beloved child (or children), parents typically struggle as they search through various resources to locate information needed to help their child the fastest. The goal of the one-day New Parent Orientation is to provide parents and caretakers the “jump start†they need at the beginning of their journey from parents who have “been there, done that.†Parents/Caretakers: $28 registration per person OR $45 per couple Scholarships are offered to families in need. Please inquire. More New Parent Seminar information Websitewww.tacanow.org/georgiaFeeParents/Caretakers: $28 registration per person OR $45 per couple Register Online -------------------------- We have our son, Porter, who's almost 5 yrs old, on a GFCFSF (gluten free/casein free/ soy free) diet and supplement, biomeds and probiotics (we buy from Kirkman Labs) and he is progressing amazingly now! I buy some GFCF foods at our local Allergy Free shop- NAVAN But, I also make a bunch of them like: GFCF Waffles, GFCF Chicken Nuggets, GFCF Pizzas... It's soooooo important for her to join a support group. At TACA we give our first timers The Autism Journey Guide...it has everything in there. In the meantime, if she has more questions, she can contact me at: pegstamps@gmail.com (have her put 'Peg: Autism Q's' in the subject line, so I make sure to read it right away, k?) Many hugs!

Just wondering...this Fall will be my first year homeschooling my 3rd grader (she'll be in 3rd). I am researching methods and came acrossed ABeka's kit. Any ideas?

you ladies are awesome! thanks for this info...I am feeling a much more at ease with it all. I better get reading!

how do I go about picking out what to teach? Reading: Writing: Math: Abeka Math 3 English: Spelling: Science: Social Studies: Geography: Music: Violin Art: Latin: one day per week Religion/History: PE: Ballet (Fall –Spring) /Swimming Lessons (Summer)

I plan to homeschool my daughter, Carson this coming September. She will be in 3rd grade. Any help is appreciated.:grouphug: