miller.kerry89 Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 I have first language lessons and I haven't purchased a spelling curriculum yet. I'm a bit thrown off because in the book it recommends doing grammar after you start spelling. I wasn't going to use what was recommended in the book (I was going to use rod and staff) and that's where I'm thrown off. It recommends starting grammar lessons after you finish spelling workout A. Is it still the same if you use a different curriculum? Would you still do FLL after completing some of the spelling work? Also input on rod and staff spelling would be appreciated! Sent from my SM-S975L using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finlandia Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 You can definitely start FLL first. All the lessons are oral, so no spelling skills are necessary. The first MANY lessons are on really simple stuff like the days of the week, months, family members (are there really school aged kids who need to be taught what an aunt is?), etc. I don't have any experience with R&S, but I know their products are usually pretty solid and get the job done. 😊 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miller.kerry89 Posted May 3, 2017 Author Share Posted May 3, 2017 Ok. I thought so but wasn't sure. I'm pretty sure I have the first edition of the well trained mind which mentions nothing about first language lessons. So start FLL then do spelling? Sent from my SM-S975L using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExcitedMama Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 FLL is really very gentle. It takes about 5 min. Don't be afraid to start it now. You can just begin whether or not you've started or will start a spelling program. For spelling check out All About Spelling (AAS). It's also a very gentle program. The first level went really quickly when DS started in K. It introduces concepts and rules very systematically. Then it works up to dictating sentences so it's a great introduction to writing. Another great option is English Lessons Through Literature (ELTL) which also does grammar very gently and has copywork. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKT Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 We started AAS 1 and FLL1 at the same time (first grade), but I don't see how it would make a bit of difference when/in what order you begin either grammar or spelling. Like the others have said, FLL is super easy and gentle and very easy to weave into your school day. Good luck! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiara.I Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 I start FLL before I start spelling. We don't do spelling until grade 2. Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nixpix5 Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 I started FLL 1 in first grade along with SYS B at the same time. No issues at all. My daughter has learned so much from FLL and believe me, kids will never forget what a noun or pronoun is after this curriculum! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Tick Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 We start FLL mid-way through K. After my twins I swore I wouldn't waste time teaching spelling before third which was when they were writing enough that they actually used the words and thus remembered them. However, my 2dd requested it in 2nd and it has gone well, YMMV, even within one family! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverMoon Posted May 3, 2017 Share Posted May 3, 2017 I found the grade levels on FLL to be very age appropriate. 1 is perfect for most first graders. Spelling I don't start until they're reading fluently enough to not need separate phonics instruction. Then spelling will replace phonics. That's been at a different place for each kid. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miller.kerry89 Posted May 3, 2017 Author Share Posted May 3, 2017 (edited) Thank you so much for all the replies!!!!! I was leaning towards waiting on spelling (my son is just beginning to read fluently. It's been an uphill battle) and these replies solidified it. I was looking over FLL last night and I was surprised at how easy it is at least the first few lessons. I think I'll start FLL and wait until he's writing and reading a little better to start spelling. Sent from my SM-S975L using Tapatalk Edited May 3, 2017 by miller.kerry89 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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