FawnsFunnyFarm Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 (is that the same one you're calling The Best WLE?) That is what I wondered, I can't find "The Best Writing Lessons Ever" and it's driving me insane looking lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 TouchMath was the only math Son 1 ever understood. I wish it had more levels through high school! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My3girls Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Most of what we use is pretty uncommon where I live, although, pretty popular here. I think Intelligo Unit Studies is the only thing I don't hear about much here that we use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aurelia Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 That is what I wondered, I can't find "The Best Writing Lessons Ever" and it's driving me insane looking lol Sorry, it is The Most Wonderful Writing Lessons Ever, I just didn't have the book in front of me when I typed the post. :o 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 We use a lot of Evan Moor. Spelling, grammar, math supplements, etc. The kids do well with them, retain a lot and can apply it to other things so it seems to be working. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IdahoHomeschooler Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 My dd loooooooves workbooks, so we use CLE. It gets mentioned on this board frequently, which is how I found out about it, but no one IRL has heard of it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FawnsFunnyFarm Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Sorry, it is The Most Wonderful Writing Lessons Ever, I just didn't have the book in front of me when I typed the post. :o Lol it led me on an interesting journey in the world of Google ;) I thought maybe you had some big secret. Thanks. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 I thought of another thing I use that I never see mentioned. SRA. (my kit is from hooked on phonics so it is different than the SRA I used in grade school), great for 5-10 minute lessons on reading comprehension 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelissaMinNC Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 TouchMath was the only math Son 1 ever understood. I wish it had more levels through high school! Oh, yes, TouchMath saved my dyslexic son's math education - and my sanity! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peaceful Isle Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 I have used Steck Vaughn Spelling Linking Words to Meanings in the past and loved it! I plan on going back to it next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Far Above Rubies Unit Study http://www.homeschoolradioshows.net/FarAboveRubies/FarAboveRubiesSampler1.pdf Student of the Word K-12 full curriculum http://www.sowcurriculum.com/sow/newpage1.htm REVISED Alpha-Phonics. This is NOT the ORIGINAL italic version that is widely available. http://www.exodusbooks.com/details.aspx?id=54721 or http://chalcedon.edu/store/item/alpha-phonics-a-primer-for-beginning-readers/ Don Potter's supplements for above Alpha-Phonics http://www.donpotter.net/reading_clinic.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheAutumnOak Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 I don't think many people are using MP full curriculum, but we love it. We also use R&S Math and I don't ever come across anyone else using it. This... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piper Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Saxon Phonics for 1st and 2nd grade. The PP up-thread who mentioned it is the only other person I've ever seen admit to using it! But I love, love, love that program. My ds whinges about it, but it has made both my kids into very competent, confident, and avid readers, as well as very good spellers. Did I mention that I love it?! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stm4him Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Well, I think we are about to enter this realm. I plan to use Wayfarers, RLTL, ELTL, and Strayer-Upton. We already use Greek N' Stuff for Latin and Greek and very few seem to use that. Hake Grammar we use and that also isn't all that popular. I guess the main thing we use that lots of people use is Saxon Math.... That being said, I think lots of people will begin using Wayfarers/RLTL/ELTL soon........I'm just a little ahead of the times thanks to Hunter :-) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 I thought of another thing I use that I never see mentioned. SRA. (my kit is from hooked on phonics so it is different than the SRA I used in grade school), great for 5-10 minute lessons on reading comprehension This was my favorite when I was in grade school. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Well, I think we are about to enter this realm. I plan to use Wayfarers, RLTL, ELTL, and Strayer-Upton. We already use Greek N' Stuff for Latin and Greek and very few seem to use that. Hake Grammar we use and that also isn't all that popular. I guess the main thing we use that lots of people use is Saxon Math.... That being said, I think lots of people will begin using Wayfarers/RLTL/ELTL soon........I'm just a little ahead of the times thanks to Hunter :-) Once more levels are published, I will be shocked if Wayfarers isn't the "must have" curriculum for at least a couple months. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clemota Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Royal Fireworks Press' Aesop's Fables: My Book about Reading, Writing Thinking 1-4 We used these for youngest DD last year in 1st and she loved them: a lesson lasted about a week, and included vocabulary, reading, summarizing, grammar and writing, and coloring/art activities. It was awesome and at only $5 per book when purchased all together, it was a bargain, too. Sometimes the writing portion would be too much for her so I would scribe, but other than that it was perfect! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoutingmom Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Well, already mentioned here - but we have been using SRA reading labs borrowed from our city's teachers library..... it is 1b and 2b, from 1969 and 1973!!! Phonics Tutor (classic) I was just given this last week so can't say long term.... but my 11yo dyslexic, my 9yo 'something' and 6yo advanced student have all been happily doing it on computer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwilk Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Sister Wendy DVDs for art. She has a thick British accent, but we love her ; ) Thankfully, I bought the DVD set when it was on sale. : ) http://www.amazon.com/Sister-Wendy-The-Complete-Collection/dp/B00006G8FJ I have fond memories of those videos from art appreciation in high school. Sister Wendy is the best. I wish she was on Netflix. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alisoncooks Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Royal Fireworks Press' Aesop's Fables: My Book about Reading, Writing Thinking 1-4 We used these for youngest DD last year in 1st and she loved them: a lesson lasted about a week, and included vocabulary, reading, summarizing, grammar and writing, and coloring/art activities. It was awesome and at only $5 per book when purchased all together, it was a bargain, too. Sometimes the writing portion would be too much for her so I would scribe, but other than that it was perfect! We've used these, and they're very cute! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paceofnature Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 The Reading Lesson. It's the only reading program that has worked for my son. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmmetler Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Cambridge Latin-Whole to part works for my DD better than part to whole Uzinggo Science (DD works though the lesson and labs on the computer, then extends it using various college books and a lab kit) Mathletics/Spellodrome/IntoScience -DD loves the competitive aspect of it, and, in the case of IntoScience, loves the Southern Hemisphere content. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaderbee Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Vintage books. For spelling we use Wheeler's Speller, for composition we use Maxwell's School Composition, and for reading we use Elson Readers. I also pull from vintage books for French and Latin lessons for my older child. How do you use Wheeler's Speller and for what ages? I've been drooling over it for a couple of years now. Last year I even printed it out and made lesson plans but opted to use Natural Speller instead. I would love to learn how it works for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FawnsFunnyFarm Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 I have fond memories of those videos from art appreciation in high school. Sister Wendy is the best. I wish she was on Netflix. They are on the DVD option. I think I need to get one to see what it's all about. I'm loving this thread. Lots of new things to check out. For us we have loved The Complete Book of Science along with Magic School Bus and Bill Nye videos and lots of Let's Read and Find Out type books. I think The Complete Book is now called Science Essentials or something along those lines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leah_S Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Saxon Phonics for 1st and 2nd grade. The PP up-thread who mentioned it is the only other person I've ever seen admit to using it! But I love, love, love that program. My ds whinges about it, but it has made both my kids into very competent, confident, and avid readers, as well as very good spellers. Did I mention that I love it?! We used it and I concur that, of all the things we've ever used, this is BY FAR the curriculum I most recommend to others. Produces superior readers (and spellers). My friend's daughter has been asked to repeat Grade 2; I assessed her and realized she needs phonics help. Her mom has bought this (all 3 levels: K, 1, 2) for her to start on to heal the mess she's in and I know it'll work (she's going to repeat 2nd grade, but the plan is for her to work through all three levels by end of 2nd grade next Spring 2016) and she'll be completely ready to move on from now on. Love it love it love it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather62 Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Developmental Mathematics. Used it through Algebra for D. It is a fantastic program. Using it now for Izzy and so far so good. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elmerRex Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 We have advanced/accelerated our kids in math and are using Saxon Math 54 and above. I know that Saxon Math is common here, but it doesn't seem many families with advanced/accelerated math students use Saxon Math. We found 54 and it was a good fit. We are in Saxon Math 65 now and plan to continue for as long as it is working. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5Wizards Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Royal Fireworks Press' Aesop's Fables: My Book about Reading, Writing Thinking 1-4 We used these for youngest DD last year in 1st and she loved them: a lesson lasted about a week, and included vocabulary, reading, summarizing, grammar and writing, and coloring/art activities. It was awesome and at only $5 per book when purchased all together, it was a bargain, too. Sometimes the writing portion would be too much for her so I would scribe, but other than that it was perfect! I have these 4 books sitting on a shelf. I need to review them to see if my youngest might be interested before she gets too old for them! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaderbee Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Phonics Road I don't enjoy watching the videos but my oldest has made huge improvements in her spelling skills. My son is starting it this year and is doing well. It just works for us and it's how I learned phonics. I went to a private school that taught Orton-Gillingham style phonics. Nancy Larson Science It gets done and my kids remember so much. Easy! Love that I don't plan! My other choices are more mainstream I think... Because of your post I looked up Nancy Larson. The year 2 kit looks perfect for my girls next year. The price is huge though! Do you find the program worth the expense? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8filltheheart Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 I love Journeys Through Bookland and it has become a core part of my younger kids' literature time. I am not much of a curriculum user, so this is the closest thing I can easily identify. :) Oh, some of the Signum University course packs. http://shop.signumuniversity.org/products-page/course-packs/ (We haven't used Mythgard, but I look at them, too.) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2bee Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 The Reading Lesson -- I love this book, its my favorite thing to teach reading from for 3-8yo and its so easy, open and go, all in one! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tess in the Burbs Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Royal Fireworks Press' Aesop's Fables: My Book about Reading, Writing Thinking 1-4 My dd loved these!! I remember when it seemed no one used Horizons math except us. Creating a Masterpiece for art. Even I do the lessons, they make amazing art Evan Moore Daily Geography. My kids loved these and were sad to have no more to do 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beka87 Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 My Book House Series. And, as two PP's said, Saxon Phonics. Fantastic program. We used K and have 10 lessons of grade 1 left. My daughter and I both enjoy the Legends and Leagues series for geography, which I don't see mentioned often. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverMoon Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Oh, some of the Signum University course packs. http://shop.signumuniversity.org/products-page/course-packs/ (We haven't used Mythgard, but I look at them, too.) DS/10th and I were just eyeballing those! :001_smile: He really, really enjoyed the free Faerie & Fantasy course from Mythgard this year. We couldn't decide which one to try first. May I be nosy and ask which ones you've tried? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexi Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Because of your post I looked up Nancy Larson. The year 2 kit looks perfect for my girls next year. The price is huge though! Do you find the program worth the expense? Yes because all supplies are included and I do zero planning. You can sometimes buy kits used or you can resell yours after. I'm saving my kits for my little people I've blogged about how we use it. You can message me and I can find the links. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaderbee Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Yes because all supplies are included and I do zero planning. You can sometimes buy kits used or you can resell yours after. I'm saving my kits for my little people I've blogged about how we use it. You can message me and I can find the links. I found the science info on your blog and oodles of other great info too. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandylubug Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 currently my non common curricula is time4learning and R&S Math. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FairProspects Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 The Sentence Family Cursive First Singapore's Sentences to Paragraphs Addition the Fun Way GEMs guides Calvert's Verticy writing (completed more slowly than scheduled in our case) Engineering is Elementary/Engineering Adventures Progeny Press Lit guides Prufrock Press logic - Detective Club, Can You Count in Greek?, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 I just posted this to a thread on spelling but wanted to add it here - Spellquizzer is a reasonably-priced download that has made spelling painless in our home. We have been using it for a few years. If you don't want to go to the trouble of creating your own spelling lists, they have ready-made lists that you can import. http://www.spellquizzer.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbutton Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 This is a dangerous thread! I can't think of too much we use that is off the beaten path, but I'm loving the fresh ideas. Our kids are quirky and 2e, and some of this stuff looks awesome. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexi Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 I found the science info on your blog and oodles of other great info too. Thank you! Ohh good! I spaced out and forgot to link. Oops! You can email me if you have other questions. I'll try to help...or at least I'll give you my opinions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clementine Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Reading Made Easy! I absolutely LOVE this curriculum and have no idea why so few people use it. (Although even I used it with only one of my three children. I had to find something different for dd #2, or who knows HOW long she would've refused to read. :glare: DD #3 had LDs and required... a LOT.) ME TOO!!!! Some of my best homeschooling memories are with this book! My (now high school) kids still remember loving it too. I can't say enough good about it, but I have never met anyone else who used it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tranquility7 Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 The Best Writing Lessons Ever - once I figured out how to implement it, DD's writing improved dramatically, and it was inexpensive, too! Oooh I have that book and keep looking through it trying to figure out how to use it. *Please* tell me how you have implemented it!! (PM me if you'd prefer, so I don't derail your thread ;-) ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mergath Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 We aren't using it anymore, but dd loved going through Jolly Phonics. We did it when she was really young and wanted to learn to read- maybe three?- and it was a fantastic way to teach her the different letter sounds. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AimeeM Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 I'm planning to pick this up/order it; after reading this post, I peeked at them and they look like so much fun! Royal Fireworks Press' Aesop's Fables: My Book about Reading, Writing Thinking 1-4 My dd loved these!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Element Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 Mathematical Reasoning and You Decide! by Critical Thinking Company 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historically accurate Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 Balance Benders by Critical Thinking Detective Club, One Hour Mysteries by Prufrock Press McRuffy Math McRuffy Phonics Giggly Guide to Grammar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HootyTooty Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 We used Saxon Phonics through Grade 2, and I credit it for giving my child a solid foundation in phonics and spelling. I enjoyed it so much, I wish I could other curriculum written like it that created such results. The vintage book Composition book by grades, Wheeler's Speller and Dictation by Day Prufrock Logic books (I find these to be a better value than others on the market) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ad astra Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 We just finished Evan-Moor Daily Handwriting Practice and loved it. HWOT was way too gentle for my DS who has pretty good stamina for writing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimk3 Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 Strayer Upton The Fun Spanish. We haven't started it yet, so I can't say for sure if it will work for us, but I like the looks of it better than any other choice out there. I think we will have fun with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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