mommy25 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 What are you using/used that has produced results? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmom4 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 A tutor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetTN Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Horizons. We love it, although I wish the teacher's guide was more than just an answer book. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Closeacademy Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I use Singapore with my child who is mathy and Rod and Staff with my non-mathy child. They are both great programs.:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I looked up the SOL requirements and made my own stuff. We had tried a workbook, just some generic thing that claimed to cover the necessities, but it wasn't complete. I'm planning on buying Saxon for third grade, it looks good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I voted "other" for RightStart, which we love. It works exceptionally well for my daughter's learning style. If I had a more workbook-oriented kid, I would go with Singapore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanna Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 ...and Math U See Gamma. I've been very happy with both. Oldest ds has used Horizons K, BJU Math 1 & 2, Saxon Math 3, 5/4, A.C.E. gr.5 and now TT -- it has been the best fit so far. :) Younger 2 kiddos used Shiller Math Kit 1 in the past and now are using MUS Gamma -- it's working out well. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcjlkplus3 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 We use BJU math. We will use it until 5/6 or so, just for consistency. I really like it. It is not a favorite or a least favorite subject and by sticking with one program, I feel very comfortable that we won't have any gaps. I like the spiraling aspect of going a little further everytime we revisit a skill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa in the UP of MI Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 We're still in the beginning stages but we're doing a combination of Right Start and Math on the Level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WisdomBuilder Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 We do a combination of Ray's Arithemetic, Horizons and Singapore. We use lots of manipulatives and progress very slowly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ida Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 My "other" is RS. My oldest did exclusively Singapore through 6B and, while math is not his favorite subject, I definitely feel he has a solid grounding in it from his years with SM. RS was not around yet for him, but was the new and exciting program on the block when I was starting to fold in number 2. It took me a little while to get the hang of RS and we had some stop and go moments and long periods of doing it inconsistently, but I am absolutely blown away by how well it teaches kids to think mathematically. My younger two have such an intuitive understanding of math and I am absolutely certain that it is a direct result of using RS. We are behind because of those stop and go and inconsistant periods, but I will not skip anything or switch because I am so convinced of the value of RS. I am having the older one of my two RS users do some Singapore on the side, but I consider Singapore to be the supplement and RS to be his core. Next year I will also have my younger RS user supplement with Singapore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elm in NJ Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 We use CLE maths up to CLE math 6, then do Lial's Basic College math in grade 7 before Algebra 1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Alfred Academy Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Right Start...Love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensguys Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I voted "other". I started out with Miquon and Singapore with my oldest ds. Then we went to RightStart (the whole series, a little BJU (most of BJU6), Life of Fred (Fractions/Decimals), and now VideoText Module A (Pre-Alg). My younger son has some processing issues so finding what works for him has been hard. We started with RightStart which was great for his addition and I've been scrambling since. We worked through RS A, B, and part of C. Now we're with CLE Math and so far is working great for him. He needs more practice and more repetition than what RS was giving him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpedIntoTheDeepEndFirst Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 So far Saxon has worked for us-and I understand it too. That's a huge help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree House Academy Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Singapore...and we LOVE it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgilli3 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 We are Math-U-See fans. The older 2 are currently finishing up with the Epsilon book ( and the toddler just plays with all of the manipulatives!) We have been using MUS for a few years now, and will hopefully continue to while we home school. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Targhee Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Singapore with Miquon RightStart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I voted Singapore, as that will almost certainly provide our "spine" in future years. But reading the Miquon teachers materials (all three books, First Grade Diary, Notes to Teachers, and the Lab Annotations) and implementing Cuisenaire Rod work, and using Miquon, and letting the "Miquon attitude" permeate every thing else we do math-wise has been one of the most important things I've ever done. Absolutely transformative. Liberating. Inspiring. I love Miquon! Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elinor Everywhere Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Testimony Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 It is not for everyone. We love it. Blessings, Karen http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/testimony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jail warden Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 It is sooooo awesome! They really teach the concepts well. I do supplement a bit for review, but it's an awesome program. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaof2andtwins Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 We used R&S for several years. We have used CLE for the past year and are very pleased with it. Jennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ELaurie Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 This program is nothing short of amazing. My dc are ordinary kids, and I wouldn't describe myself as a math whiz; today ds 6 was adding numbers in the trillions (without regrouping, but with an accurate understanding of place value) and ds 9 was doing long division (1278 divided by 23) and 4 digit multiplication (3726 x 478). Next week's lesson is on prime numbers, and he clearly understands the concept already (he's been working on factors / multiples in recent weeks as well). Ds 6 will be adding and subtracting numbers in the trillions with regrouping before the end of the school year (once they leaned their basic math facts and were introduced to place value it was just a matter of keeping the columns straight) as well as telling time to the nearest minute and counting money. The link is in my signature line :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 We have always used Saxon and I have been pleased with the results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lori D. Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 grades 1-2 = Miquon grades 3-6 = Singapore (math minded son) grade 4-6 = Math-U-See (math struggler son) And lots of manipulatives with matching booklets, especially those using: - pattern blocks - geoboards - cuisenaire rods Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlebug42 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 We just switched from Horizons to Abeka and are very happy with the switch. Personally, although I may be in the minority, I LOATHE manipulatives and my oldest daughter has absolutely no patience for them in the context of her math lessons. She enjoys playing with them but not for school purposes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 We use Saxon and Right Start together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SophiaH Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Hands-down RightStart! Second, MEP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 right start Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aurelia Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I voted "other" for RightStart, which we love. It works exceptionally well for my daughter's learning style. If I had a more workbook-oriented kid, I would go with Singapore. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siloam Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Right Start is great as a base (love it) and Singapore gets them to think more. Heather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRAAB Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I voted other. I've primarily used Miquon up through 3rd grade supplementing with Mathematical Reasoning, Math Detective, etc. My last dd went from Miquon to Saxon 7/6. My 8 yr old twins are now using Miquon and supplementing with MUS. However, I'm thinking about looking into Singapore for next year. Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Researcher Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 We use Singapore and our DS really likes it. We like the variety of problems used in their workbook, extra practice, intensive practice, and word problem books. Our only complaint is the lack of "true" math vocabulary used. This really won't be an issue unless you are a total math geek. :tongue_smilie: For those of us who are geeks, and you know who you are, just use the vocabulary in lessons and math questions around the house. DH and I do this all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basketmaker Amy Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 We're using Chalkdust Basic Math and are seeing benefits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukeswife Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I voted other because I only used Saxon 2 for my oldest and then moved him to TT after bouncing around with Horizons and singapore for 3rd. My dd tried horizons (disaster for her) and did about half of Saxon but wasn't grasping it all, so I switched her to CLE math and we LOVE IT. I wish I had found it before trying Saxon with her, it is so easy to present, the TM's are wonderful and useful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindyg Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Your poll is missing a lot of choices. We use BJUP, MUS, and LOF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homemama2 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Rightstart here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrixieB Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Singapore and Miquon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BizyPenguin Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 We've had great results with CLE math. It's excellent!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reya Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 RS plus Singapore here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Pip Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I voted: Other. We use BJU Math. 8yo dd is starting 3rd gr math, 6yo dd is almost finished with 1st gr math. Love the colors and concrete, visual, hands-on teachings of concepts before moving on to abstract concepts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2att Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I voted for 4 of the 5. Singapore was great with my oldest (the Primary Math series), and she is currently doing well with MUS (did Pre-Algebra last year, now using Algebra). I tried all of the above and more with my second child, but it wasn't until we started with Saxon this year (2nd grade) that I really found something that works for him. With my little guy I use Horizons, and while it is "working," I think I'll switch him to Singapore for 1st. He is a lot like his sister, and since SM was a good fit for her, I'm hoping it will be for him as well. I've had enough of number lines via Horizons . . . guess I'm more of a mastery teacher as they are mastery learners! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarlaS Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 (edited) I voted Rod and Staff, Singapore and Horizons. When I pulled my oldest ds from public school way back in 2002, I put him in Singapore as it was sold by the semester and we only had half the year left (good reason right? lol!). He was 7 and had been in gr 2 (technically for the second time). Deciding now was the time to move forward, I put him in 3A. That could have been a disaster, but he flew through 2.5 levels in 18 mos. When we put him in (very small--almost like one on one tutoring) private school he ended up in a 6th grade math book within weeks. I still don't think the first year there really challenged him. I am currently using it again with 5 yo ds. We also use Horizons for an occasional extra worksheet. I may or may not continue with Horizons for him when the current book is gone. He's a mathy kid (like big brother) and gets on very well with Singapore. I also use Singapore part time with 8 yo dd. I plan to keep using Rod and Staff for extra practice for her until we get through their 3rd and 4th grade books. I guess I just like to combine programs. This past week in my house we are also enjoying Evan-Moor's Take it to Your Seat math centers for a little extra hands-on (spring fever?). All that to say Singapore is the program I keep coming back to for the meat of our math. The one kid I haven't used it with is using Teaching Textbooks pre-algebra and Life of Fred. ETA: mom2att, the number lines may be the thing that gets me to drop Horizons. I see no reason to be adding those big numbers until they grasp place value. Edited March 19, 2009 by darlasowders Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnowWhite Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 We have used BJU Math for the first time this year, and for the first time both ds and I are satisfied with our Math program. It is such a relief to see that ds's natural math ability is beginning to resurface after I allowed it to be dampened by boring math programs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetbaby Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 We have tried Abeka, Rod and Staff and MUS but nothing has been more fun and effective than MEP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchel210 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 We are loving abeka. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelli in TN Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Horizons. We love it, although I wish the teacher's guide was more than just an answer book. :iagree: Horizons is our main curriculum for k-6, we supplement with Life of Fred, MEP (for extra practice here and there) and RightStart. And recently I have been using Danica McKellar's book Math Doesn't S.... with my 11 year old daughter. But Horizons is always the main course and I have always been pleased with it's pace and rigor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisawa Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 To date: Saxon, Teaching Textbooks and Scott Foresman and Life of Fred. My oldest used SF when we used Sonlight... it was the suggested curriculum then. He used it for 4th and 5th grade. It was a good experience. Saxon was used for lower grades for all my children with a short stint w /MUS ( other than my son using SF)... I liked MUS at first... but it was not good for us in the end... My tops for K-7 is Saxon My tops for Jr/Sr. Teaching Textbooks and Life of Fred. Its what worked for us.:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnbacademy Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 We use Math U See: Epsilon for 4th grade math-lover Beta 1st grade math-"do I really need to know this stuff?"-er Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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