mommymilkies Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 Does anyone know when this is coming out? I've tried searching for it and have not come up with anything. TIA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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boscopup Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 I'd never heard of such a program until I googled it just now. This was the only link I got that matched. It doesn't seem to be a product but a company...So, I guess this is the wrong thing.... The correct one would be this: http://www.allaboutreading.com/ It's made by the company that makes All About Spelling (AAS). I don't know when it's supposed to come out though. Maybe Merry can give us an update? :D Originally it was supposed to be January, then it got pushed back to later this month. That's where we are now, so I don't know if it's getting pushed back more or not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irishmommy Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 It is supposed to be on the website by next week, but you can call and order over the phone! I've been waiting for this since the sample came out. My littles had a BLAST with the sample, so I decided to go with the pre-level instead of waiting for level 1 to come out. I can't wait to start it next week when it arrives! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommymilkies Posted February 27, 2011 Author Share Posted February 27, 2011 Yup, that's the one, Boscopup! We LOVE AAS, so I can't wait to see AAR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boscopup Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 It is supposed to be on the website by next week, but you can call and order over the phone! What's the price? :lurk5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irishmommy Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 I threw away my notes, sorry, but here is an approximate from my memory which can be sketchy sometimes: 2 readers - about $15 each TM/Student Materials (this includes workbooks that the students will need) - around $50 Basic set - includes cards, posters, cd - around $15 Delux set - includes everything in the basic plus a nice box to organize the cards, big AAR bag, Zebra puppet - around $45 I think if you buy both readers, they give you the audio cd of the readers free. I think you can also buy additional student materials if you need them. I am NOT affiliated with AAR, and I DO NOT know the actual prices. I am just pulling this info. out of my brain from my own order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irishmommy Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 I thought it was very reasonable for all that is included. But, I feel AAS is pretty reasonable too, considering I will be using it with all of my kiddos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irishmommy Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 I tried to post a picture of the set, but couldn't get it to work, sorry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo2 Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 I threw away my notes, sorry, but here is an approximate from my memory which can be sketchy sometimes: 2 readers - about $15 each TM/Student Materials (this includes workbooks that the students will need) - around $50 Basic set - includes cards, posters, cd - around $15 Delux set - includes everything in the basic plus a nice box to organize the cards, big AAR bag, Zebra puppet - around $45 I think if you buy both readers, they give you the audio cd of the readers free. I think you can also buy additional student materials if you need them. I am NOT affiliated with AAR, and I DO NOT know the actual prices. I am just pulling this info. out of my brain from my own order. Thanks for this info. Which products are necessary? I'm so excited! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest aquiverfull Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 (edited) I've been waiting for this too. But that price seems kind of expensive to me. Especially since I've heard it's going to be 7 levels like AAS. If each level is that much, that will add up quickly. I guess I have to see what's included before I decide but I'm a little disappointed in that price. ETA: I think I read at theCHatterbee that you'll need to choose either the Basic or Deluxe package. It might be a one time purchase like it it with AAS, I'm not sure. That's : $15 for the Basic. Then you need the TM/Student package for $49.95 and then the two readers @ $15 each. So: 15 + $49.95 + $30 = $94.95, even more if you choose the Deluxe package. So if there's going to be 7 levels about that same price, it's going to end up being one very expensive reading program. Edited February 27, 2011 by aquiverfull Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twoxcell Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 Very soon I believe. The Old School House Crew is reviewing it right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveBaby Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 Very soon I believe. The Old School House Crew is reviewing it right now. The website goes live tomorrow the last I knew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo2 Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 I've been waiting for this too. But that price seems kind of expensive to me. Especially since I've heard it's going to be 7 levels like AAS. If each level is that much, that will add up quickly. I guess I have to see what's included before I decide but I'm a little disappointed in that price. ETA: I think I read at theCHatterbee that you'll need to choose either the Basic or Deluxe package. It might be a one time purchase like it it with AAS, I'm not sure. That's : $15 for the Basic. Then you need the TM/Student package for $49.95 and then the two readers @ $15 each. So: 15 + $49.95 + $30 = $94.95, even more if you choose the Deluxe package. So if there's going to be 7 levels about that same price, it's going to end up being one very expensive reading program. It does seem kind of pricey. That's why I'm curious as to what are the necessary components and what is just gravy. I guess I'll find out soon enough. I really do like AAS, so AAR may be totally worth the $$ to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmyinMD Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 Here's a picture of it. http://www.thechatterbee.com/forum/topics/all-about-reading-level-pre1 I'm planning to get it when it is posted online but it looks more like something I'll be doing with my 4 year old than my 6 year olds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest aquiverfull Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 Here's a picture of it. http://www.thechatterbee.com/forum/topics/all-about-reading-level-pre1 I'm planning to get it when it is posted online but it looks more like something I'll be doing with my 4 year old than my 6 year olds. Oh wow. Thanks for posting that. It looks really great. However, I worry just like you. I think my 6 year old is probably way past it and my 4 year might be able to use it. I'm not sure it would be worth the money. I wish it were level 1 instead of the Pre-level. I remember when it was supposed to come out in October ? (I think) then it got pushed back to December then to Feb. Oh well. I really needed it months ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irishmommy Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 My dd is probably a little past it, but I think it will be good review for her to do with little brother. She already knows most of her phonograms, but still needs more work with them before she's really ready to take off. I figure I'll go through it twice with my 3 yo. It just seems like the price is comparable to any other pre-k boxed curriculum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommymilkies Posted February 28, 2011 Author Share Posted February 28, 2011 Yikes! I can't afford that price. And it does look like my 6 yo is past it. I suppose I'll wait until my 4th child is ready for it someday. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo2 Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 Here's a picture of it. http://www.thechatterbee.com/forum/topics/all-about-reading-level-pre1 I'm planning to get it when it is posted online but it looks more like something I'll be doing with my 4 year old than my 6 year olds. Thanks. I'm wanting it for my 4yo as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boscopup Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 At that price, I'm thinking just sticking with AAS for reading might be the better way for me to go. We're giving it a try with my 4 year old right now. If nothing else, it's amusing (I thought my oldest was bad about making the words explode :lol:). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest aquiverfull Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I got an email this morning that said it's going to be for sale tomorrow March 2nd. They also included another free ebook-- "Safari Stories with Zigzag Zebra" and the previously released free ebook on the site. My girls are going to be so excited! They loved the first ebook with Ziggy in the Kitchen and still ask all the time to replay the rhyming games from it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mo2 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I got an email this morning that said it's going to be for sale tomorrow March 2nd. They also included another free ebook-- "Safari Stories with Zigzag Zebra" and the previously released free ebook on the site.My girls are going to be so excited! They loved the first ebook with Ziggy in the Kitchen and still ask all the time to replay the rhyming games from it. It's actually on the website today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnMomof7 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 Yip, it's up, but no sample files yet. I wonder if the A-Z CD is similar to the AAS CD since we already have that. It looks like you could definitely pare down to basics, but I don't really WANT a 7 level reading program! Maybe someone can clarify for us :). I have a 4-year old who knows most of her short letter sounds and is FOREVER asking me to spell words for her. I'm looking at it with her in mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest aquiverfull Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I noticed the samples weren't up yet also. I agree, I sure hope someone can clarify the number of levels as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LynnG in Arizona Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I've been so pleased with AAS that I really want to consider AAR for my 3.5 year old, when the time is right. Can't wait to get more information! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnMomof7 Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Official response on the ChatterBee is 8 levels including this one, but they aren't all for teaching phonics. This is going to turn into a reading/comprehension/fluency program that goes up into high school apparently. I'm not sure how many levels they'll take to teach the phonics though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Does anyone know about the binding on the My Book of Letters and Sounds activity book? From the sample, it really looks like crafts/activities where you will want to either photocopy or tear the page out of the book. If it's meant to be torn out, then you need a new book for each child, but the book is not sold by itself. I would think that you only need one set of picture cards, sound cards, and alphabet charts per family. I wouldn't mind having to buy a new student book for each child, but I don't want duplicates of everything else in the student pack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3MonkeysMama Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 I am so curious about this curriculum. I would love a great reading program. The program we used for my son was less than spectacular and we are still dealing with the aftermath for it (his reading has a lot of holes in it). I would gladly pay the price (although I feel it is too high) if it is a great program. But 7-8 levels?! What will be covered?! I wonder exactly what components are needed? I guess if you figure that two of my children can use it then the price isn't that bad (as long as I don't have to replace everything for the second child!). Any ideas when the other levels will be out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepymommy Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Samples are posted on the website now. It looks like the craft activity pages are perforated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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