Quiver0f10 Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 I'd love to hear your thoughts on this curriculum. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EppieJ Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 We used it a couple years ago and really enjoyed it. I did not have ds do all the notebooking at the time (we only used the textbook, and handwriting was difficult for him), but we did get some good discussions out of the readings and questions. I like the multi-cultural elements to it, too. I had thought to use the sequel this year, but don't have the extra cash at the moment, and ds has taken to daily bible reading on his own (yay!). Hopefully, you'll get some more experienced responses! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted February 27, 2013 Author Share Posted February 27, 2013 We used it a couple years ago and really enjoyed it. I did not have ds do all the notebooking at the time (we only used the textbook, and handwriting was difficult for him), but we did get some good discussions out of the readings and questions. I like the multi-cultural elements to it, too. I had thought to use the sequel this year, but don't have the extra cash at the moment, and ds has taken to daily bible reading on his own (yay!). Hopefully, you'll get some more experienced responses! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staceyshoe Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 We used it as a bedtime read aloud last year. It is a good tool for teaching the basic doctrines of Christianity--the trinity, nature of God, God's relationship with man, need for redemption, repentance, and (briefly) heaven/hell. They use a lot of scriptures throughout. It's easy to read and kid-friendly with stories interspersed throughout. We enjoyed it. Like the previous poster stated, I also found the multicultural aspect valuable. It uses stories about people with different worldviews to compare/contrast those with Christianity. It didn't go into tons of details but gave a very brief overview of other common worldviews--perfect introduction for kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted February 27, 2013 Author Share Posted February 27, 2013 We used it as a bedtime read aloud last year. It is a good tool for teaching the basic doctrines of Christianity--the trinity, nature of God, God's relationship with man, need for redemption, repentance, and (briefly) heaven/hell. They use a lot of scriptures throughout. It's easy to read and kid-friendly with stories interspersed throughout. We enjoyed it. Like the previous poster stated, I also found the multicultural aspect valuable. It uses stories about people with different worldviews to compare/contrast those with Christianity. It didn't go into tons of details but gave a very brief overview of other common worldviews--perfect introduction for kids. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
................... Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 We love it. I am about to purchase our 3rd year of it. It's important to note that it is a worldview curriculum, not a bible course. But with that said, we have loved it. It's engaging and interesting with excellent add ons. There's the main text which teaches the main lesson, but interspersed are stories about realistic characters who are learning the actual lessons in the stories. Also interspersed are single pages highlighting works of art, music, fables, statues, which highlight the lesson. These always include beautiful full color photos. There are excellent discussion questions and notebooking suggestions if you desire. The book itself is gorgeous with plenty of artwork, a strong spine and plenty of material to cover a whole year. I would say the best age range is 2nd-6th grade, with 7th and 8th maybe being ok too if your child hasn't had much worldview discussion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
................... Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 PS Who am I? Definitely goes into more detail about other beliefs but not a ton. It's through stories. It's tactfully done, and leaves it up to the parent to point out the real differences between other beliefs and ours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted February 27, 2013 Author Share Posted February 27, 2013 We love it. I am about to purchase our 3rd year of it. It's important to note that it is a worldview curriculum, not a bible course. But with that said, we have loved it. It's engaging and interesting with excellent add ons. There's the main text which teaches the main lesson, but interspersed are stories about realistic characters who are learning the actual lessons in the stories. Also interspersed are single pages highlighting works of art, music, fables, statues, which highlight the lesson. These always include beautiful full color photos. There are excellent discussion questions and notebooking suggestions if you desire. The book itself is gorgeous with plenty of artwork, a strong spine and plenty of material to cover a whole year. I would say the best age range is 2nd-6th grade, with 7th and 8th maybe being ok too if your child hasn't had much worldview discussion. PS Who am I? Definitely goes into more detail about other beliefs but not a ton. It's through stories. It's tactfully done, and leaves it up to the parent to point out the real differences between other beliefs and ours. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
................... Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 You are welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christielee7278 Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 We love it too! Almost through the first book, and we have all learned a lot. Looking forward to the next book in the series! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom31257 Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 I started it with my ds a year or so ago, but I didn't care for it. I don't like it when stories and examples seem made up and forced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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