ThePW Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 I was wondering if any of the popular curricula out there are for sale in larger bookstores or Christian bookshops? We are planning to homeschool next school year I'd really like to just have a chance to look up close at some of the books before I buy, I'd probably still buy online. Thanks! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian (a lady) Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 I was wondering if any of the popular curricula out there are for sale in larger bookstores or Christian bookshops? We are planning to homeschool next school year I'd really like to just have a chance to look up close at some of the books before I buy, I'd probably still buy online. Thanks! :) I've seen PHP books like First Language Lessons and Story of the World in Barnes and Noble. You might also try looking for used homeschool curriculum sales in your area. May and June are popular times for these sales. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abacus2 Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Books-A-Million had quite a few things: The Writing Road to Reading, Phonics Pathways, Peace Hill Stuff, some other curricula I can't remember, The Complete Book of.. Series, various workbooks and test prep materials. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePW Posted May 10, 2012 Author Share Posted May 10, 2012 Books-A-Million had quite a few things: The Writing Road to Reading, Phonics Pathways, Peace Hill Stuff, some other curricula I can't remember, The Complete Book of.. Series, various workbooks and test prep materials. Ok, thanks to both of you :) We have a teeny tiny books a million here in my small town, I might check it out later. We are going on vacation next week to Orlando and I saw that there is a large home school convention happening there. I called the lady in charge to see if we could get into the bookstore/exhibit hall without attending the conference but she said no. :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaeast Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Our Books-a-Million has a number of things as well. I was really surprised to come across them. Also, our local Lifeway Christian bookstore had a few things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePW Posted May 10, 2012 Author Share Posted May 10, 2012 Just back from books a million, I didn't see anything I was looking for. I've got a few things from some homeschool friends, I'll just need to be patient! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirch Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 I've seen a bunch of things at B&N too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milovany Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 I often use the "Look Inside" feature at Amazon before buying a book (if that particular book has that option). That might work in a pinch? There's a great new homeschool used curriculum swap group at Facebook, made up of a lot of homeschoolers from all over the country, including quite a few from this forum. If you're looking, some of the things you need may be listed there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAmomof4 Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Keep in mind that I've never been, myself - will be attending first convention this month - but I've had others tell me in this forum that going to a convention is a must just for that reason, so you can see and handle everything before you waste a bunch of money ordering stuff that isn't right for you. Even if you don't do any of the workshops or any other activities at the convention. So, based on that, I'd say if you can at all afford it, try to pay to get into the convention so you can go to the vendor hall. I think we paid $55 for our admission. Of course whose family wants to take time away from an Orlando vacation so Mom can troll for books! Ha ha. Have fun in Florida! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePW Posted May 10, 2012 Author Share Posted May 10, 2012 Yeah, I don't think I can stump up the cash for that to be honest, and I think there would be a family mutiny if I tried to do that instead of a day at a theme park! :w00t: I have managed to look at almost all of the things I think I want/need for next year from friends. I do love to browse though! I will see if we have time to look in one of the large bookshops when we are down there to satisfy the urge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomatHWTK Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Family Christian Stores sells some materials, the inventory is greater in the fall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
almondbutterandjelly Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Mardel carries A LOT of homeschool curriculum. Hobby Lobby has started to carry a little bit, too, although they have more science kits and hands on stuff. Half Price Books often has a decent homeschool section. Teacher stores like Lakeshore Learning Centers carry a lot of good stuff, especially hands on things, but not so much the more common homeschool publishers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mandymom Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Christianbook.com also has pretty extensive samples for their books. I know it's not the same as holding it in your hand, but between that and Amazon, you can get a pretty good idea of lots of books. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmmetler Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 My favorite place to find "The complete book of..." and similar "big publisher workbooks (like Kumon, Complete Curriculum, and so on) is Costco-they're usually very cheap there. We also have a Goodwill that often has good books/materials, and this is a big time of year for library book sales-we have the 2nd big one this weekend, and I'm usually able to outfit most of my Sonlight book list from them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaeast Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 I also use christianbook.com for their look inside feature. They have a more extensive list of books that you can look inside than does Amazon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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