Heather in Neverland Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Right now ds (7th grade) is doing: bible math science history language arts latin piano He doesn't like sports so his phys ed consists mostly of stuff he likes to do (like swim, golf, etc.). Not a big artsy guy either but very techie so he does graphic art stuff on the computer for fun. Right now it seems to be going well but I am planning for next year and wondering if there are other things I might want to add in? What are YOU teaching? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Florida. Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 We don't really do grades, but if ds was in school he'd be in 7th. If he had been born 2 days earlier, he'd be in 8th :001_huh: We also tend towards being relaxed homeschoolers. Not every subject is done every day. math science (chemistry) history (American this year) U.S. geography language arts Spanish I plan to sign him up for a Florida Virtual School class on career education after the first of the year. He takes weekly guitar lessons at a local music store. Plays/practices at home the rest of the week. He loves art, and takes a once a month art class with a local artist in her home (with a few other homeschooled kids). He's not sports oriented either, but he goes to agility classes with his dog (a Sheltie) once a week. We built some agility equipment for backyard practice. He's entered one trial so far, and wants to enter more. With agility, the handler is as active as the dog, so he gets plenty of exercise. He also throws the football and rides bikes with some of the neighborhood kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 This year we are teaching: Latin Writing WTM style, Megawords Algebra Japanese Informal Logic New Testament study Earth science Asian Studies (includes history & art) My son is also working on some computer projects on his own. He's also learning construction from my dh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa B Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Math Composition Latin Greek World/American History Ancient History Literature Geography Science Art Religion *should have French, but we aren't fitting it in right now (next dd will also have music) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom31257 Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 For 7th & 8th dd has had the same subjects, but different topics. Here's the subjects. We are probably going to start her high school Foreign Language next semester. Bible History Science Math English Critical Thinking/Logic Writing Literature Outside Writing/Vocabulary class Co-Op (enrichment classes and PE) Fine Arts (when I find time to add it in) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenneinCA Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 She is doing: Math Writing Literature Latin Science Geography Logic Japanese Music Art Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Heather, are you homeschooling your son? Sorry, I missed that part! (But I do know where Indonesia is now...:D) When dd gets to 7th, I think she will do Music--piano, viola, liturgical dance, choir at church math logic science lang arts, including grammar, writing, light analysis of lit, and possibly vocab french latin if I can outsource it history art, definitely outsourced bible Every day will be grammar, math, lit, french, latin, bible and piano/viola Every other day will be science, history, logic, vocab and writing Once a week will be choir, dance, art Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted November 20, 2010 Author Share Posted November 20, 2010 Heather, are you homeschooling your son? Sorry, I missed that part! (But I do know where Indonesia is now...:D) When dd gets to 7th, I think she will do Music--piano, viola, liturgical dance, choir at church math logic science lang arts, including grammar, writing, light analysis of lit, and possibly vocab french latin if I can outsource it history art, definitely outsourced bible Every day will be grammar, math, lit, french, latin, bible and piano/viola Every other day will be science, history, logic, vocab and writing Once a week will be choir, dance, art My older ds goes to school only 2 hours a day (for language arts and history) and homeschools the rest of the time (primarily online/DVD classes). A combination of having been homeschooled his whole life (and thus not really liking traditional school) and the fact that his tourette's went BERSERK with all the sensory input means he was miserable. The part-time thing is working really well for him right now. We are taking it one semester at a time. :D Younger ds is in 1st grade at my school. And of course Princess Natty-Pants is at home with her ahma. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted November 20, 2010 Author Share Posted November 20, 2010 The common thing I see among many of you that I am not doing is logic. That was on my list of things to add. I was thinking of starting with the Fallacy Detective???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 ds13 year 7 Math , Saxon 76 Grammar, just finished rod and staff6, moving onto ABeka grade7 Spelling, WWE, Science, Apologia Biology Rosetta Stone German Typing History, SOTW with kingfisher history encyclopedia Literacy assigned books from list in WTM, oral book review afterwards Logic, Fallacy Detective He has done music lessons in the past, but is not interested in continuing we have done Latin in the past , but are having a break basketball bike riding - He rides at least 10-15 km per day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krisperry Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Health Current Events Music Physics Algebra Computer Programming Logic Art Writing (Novel) Spelling Grammar History Literature Geography Greek Co-op Enrichment Classes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Down_the_Rabbit_Hole Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 We are doing a transitional year for 8th grade, trying to get him ready for high school: Bible Latin Grammar Writing Science Government/Economics Pre-Algebra He does Nature Studies, electronics, stratagy games and cooking for extra curricular stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjarnold Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 My 7th-grader does these subjects: Religion Math Spelling Grammar Writing Science History Literature Drawing Latin Logic P.E. Piano He's also in Scouts, on a Math Olympiad team, and a FIRST LEGO LEAGUE team. The Lego team will be slowing down its activities soon, and in January, he'll join a Shakespeare class/production. Just writing this makes me tired, but I can never figure out what to cut out. HTH, Tiffany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kewb Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 My 7th grader is doing the following: Language Arts-grammar, lightning lit 7, logic/critical thinking, vocabulary from classical roots) Math History Spanish Phys Ed (Swim Team & Homeschool gym class) Philosophy Science I am still trying to work in art history and music appreciation. These always seem to get dropped from my days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 The common thing I see among many of you that I am not doing is logic. That was on my list of things to add. I was thinking of starting with the Fallacy Detective???? I started homeschooling ds when he was a 9th grader, and we used FD--he never had any logic, and was very weak in that area. FD was fun, but I wish I had started with something different. It is very organized (by type of fallacy) and clear, but I wish I had used some sort of introduction that told us what logic IS, and how to approach the thinking behind it. IIWY, fwiw, I'd think about going with Traditional or Introductory Logic (as in WTM) first, then bring in FD, then do Material Logic in 9th. If TL or IL seem too much, I'd start with Mindbenders and logic games like Suduko. Just my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 7th (last year) Language arts ala MCT Level 4(the whole kit and kaboodle) Literature - Book club and my choices Math - 1st half of Chalkdust Algebra 1 Spanish - Powerspeak Science - 2d semester Gen Sci./1st semester Phys. Sci Phys. Ed. - swimming, bike riding Music - drum lessons History - AAH1 Philosophy - when we rememberd 4H- entomology, aerospace, small pets, rifle & shotgun Scouts - all kinds of badges and experiences (man, we had fun) This year (8th): Language arts ala MCT Level 5(the whole kit and kaboodle) Literature - My choices Math - Reviewing Algebra 1 Spanish - Rosetta Stone through Online 3G Science - 2d semester Phys. Sci/ Biology & Marine Bio Phys. Ed. - swimming, bike riding Music - drum lessons History - AAH2 philosophy - still trying to fit it in 4H - Entomology, Leadership, Aerospace, Camping Scouts - some extra badges (it's getting more difficult to find local opportunities) Youth Group I am adding in more field trips and dedicated writing time. He is also doing a little prep for his ACT in Feb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ester Maria Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Italian with literature English with literature Mathematics History and Geography Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) Classical languages with literature (Latin and Greek) Hebrew with Judaic Studies (incl. Jewish History) Formal logic, Philosophy and Jewish Philosophy Art / Music Appreciation French and violin for the 8th grader, Drawing and additional science tutoring for the 7th grader Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaKinVA Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Here is what I'm planning... Bible Math English (Lit/Comp/Grammar/Vocab) History Science Latin Music (guitar) Art PE (Swimming 4x/week, dry-land 2x/week) He really wants to add Spanish... I don't know where it's going to fit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gratia271 Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Latin (literature) Greek French Formal Logic Geometry History (currently Medieval studies with lit. incorporated) Biology Philosophy Art/Music History/Appreciation Composition Violin Ballet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 We did: math language arts science history geography latin violin art (outside class) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverMoon Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 My oldest is/will be doing the following. Grammar Writing Literature (ancients/medieval) Vocabulary Logic Latin Math Science History He's in Boy Scouts, and is trying to talk us into hockey. We'd like to start Spanish as a family next year, but ds is rooting for Irish Gaelic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin in DFW Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 (edited) Pre-Algebra U.S. History Physical Science Writing (outlining practice, narrations, paragraphs, 5-paragraph essay, short research paper) Grammar Spelling-Vocabulary-Roots (covered all in one) Literature (using Novel-ties guides, Glencoe guides, other free resources) Latin (we might begin an elementary program-Latin for Children-we are first time Latin learners and would have to begin with the most basic lessons possible) Art Guitar Swimming Art is the first thing to get left off our schedule if we are busy. Edited November 21, 2010 by Robin in DFW add to list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melanie Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Math Formal logic Latin Greek English grammar/composition History Science (general) Art appreciation Piano for both students Theatre for my son Ballet for my daughter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NineChoirs Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 dd 7th grade (turns 13 on Monday): M(T)-F (Only Math & Literature are taught on Mondays, all other subjects listed here are T-F): American History World History Geography Spelling (dictation and copywork, no tests or worksheets) English/Latin Grammar (the program uses Latin to teach English) Pre-Algebra/Algebra 1 Literature Chemistry (Gentle Intro) Handwriting (Biology & Economics included in math program) Saturdays (Dad teaches): Latin (homework done throughout the week) Bible History (sometimes has homework) Art & Art History Music Religion Extracurricular: Sewing Classes (once or twice a month, practices at home) Swim & Gym at the YMCA (2 hours every week) Theater Classes (1 1/2 hours every week, plus whatever civic center stuff she might get involved in) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matryoshka Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 Pre-Algebra Literature/Poetics Grammar Writing (applied in history/literature) Vocabulary World History (Ancients) Economics (1st semester) Science (Chemistry/Earth Science) German Spanish Extracurricular: dd1: Violin, Orchestra, Ballet dd2: Piano, Skating, Robotics, Theater Trying to add Art class Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfinlady Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 My DS14 will begin 8th grade on Monday. He's enrolled in an online middle school, and this is his lineup: 8th grade English 8th grade Science 8th grade Social Studies (American History) Algebra 1 French 1 He takes chess as an outside class, and I may add in some US geography. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted November 20, 2010 Share Posted November 20, 2010 My 7th grader does the following: Math/(Personal Finance on Friday) Language Arts: Literary analysis, grammar, vocabulary, & writing Science/(Technology on Friday) History Art appreciation Spanish Philosophy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngieW in Texas Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 My current 7th grader has: English History Math Science Guitar Fashion Design and Sewing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amyco Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 My dd 7th grader studies Math History Writing Literature Grammar Vocabulary Logic and critical thinking Vocabulary Latin At a co-op: Art Spanish Robotics Geography Plus piano. Next year we'll likely go back to more traditional science at the co-op, and probably add Greek. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angela in ohio Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 I have an 8th grader right now, and I had one of each last year. This isthe average course load: math literature writing, vocabulary, grammar history, geography, Bible science computer science logic Latin music art They also do LEGO Robotics, swimming and such, etc. at this age. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dani3boys Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Here is what my 8th grader is doing: algebra II grammar composition Latin Spanish history literature logic biology Bible quizzing basketball band(saxophone) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paisley Hedgehog Posted November 22, 2010 Share Posted November 22, 2010 nm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted November 23, 2010 Share Posted November 23, 2010 Right now my 8th grader is doing: Bible Math Language Arts Literature Logic History/Geography Physical Science Algebra I Composer Study Art (history and drawing) Dance (performing in company dance theater) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauracolumbus Posted November 23, 2010 Share Posted November 23, 2010 Math Latin Greek Literature Writing Grammar Occasionally spelling Science (too sporadically) History (seems like we're the history channel around here-history 24/7) Geography (he does on his own--it's his love) Logic (my older two really enjoyed FD-I wasn't impressive-same w/Red Herrings-doubly unimpressed). Art class Swim lessons CC He's super sports oriented, so there's some activity we're doing every day/night. We're sorely lacking in music. We've done some music appreciation, but no lessons (too busy w/sports). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 For seventh, this year, we are doing: Bible Geography Language Arts (Vocab; Grammar; Writing; Lit and his personal reading) Math Latin and Greek Spanish Logic (sometimes, LOL) History Science Art (and drama) Music (piano and guitar) PE (soccer, volleyball) He's doing PE instead of volleyball next semester; and chess instead of drama (unless our local children's theatre also offers drama and he decides to take it, too).... He may not get to continue with guitar if we can't work out a teacher.... He's doing LEGO League right now, but that will be ending soon. For eighth grade, I'm looking at pretty much the same subjects.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 Calvin's subjects from last year are in my siggy. Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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