Impish Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Hi there...I posted an intro on the general board, so just jumping in here. I'm sorta new, but not to homeschooling...like that makes any sense at all, lol! I pulled my dd, 'Diva' from school half way through grade 3. For the year following, we were 'blended' meaning that we did almost everything according to the provincial standards, followed the same text books, blah blah blah. Ick. This year, we're still 'blended' but a much happier blend, in that we're not using any provincial materials, but hitting the same outcomes for math, art, phys ed, health, and music. We have the ability to receive some reimbursement, and there's more when you have more subjects aligned than strictly traditional. Anyways, I'm now becoming braver as a homeschooler, and looking at curriculum. I bought SoW, Unit 2, and love it. Specialmama has ToG and I was over at her place, and it was an instant love at first read too. Of course, there's a HUGE difference in price btwn the 2 programs, and if you read my intro, you know that I was injured at work, and my drs say that its a permanent disability. (Not that Workers Comp agrees though...course not.) So, I'm understandably a wee bit nervous about ToG, despite my initial instant love. One thing that REALLY appeals to me about ToG is that I have the Littles...Tazzie is 4, and Princess is 2.5, so ToG would absolutely get a full work out with those guys. Diva is in grade 5 by psb standards, so she's got a ways to go there too. So, I'm throwing myself at the mercy of you folks here who have older kids and have been using either of these programs for several years...pros, cons? Tips, tricks, hints? Anything? Thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverfront Headmistress Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 I would suggest staying with SOTW; ToG is a big jump, and from your post, may be a bit overwhelming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsrevmeg Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Tapestry of Grace is awesome! Having children that are small, it is very easy to substitute books that you already have or can get from the library. Buying four year-plans, you will not have to purchase curriculum again. It is very costly if you buy the year plan, map aids, lapbook kits, writing aids, and ALL the books. Not so much if you prioritize what you need. HTH Kelli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 Wow...2 completely different votes, lol! Tie breaker anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 :lurk5: Just bumping this up so you'll soon have your tie-breaker vote! Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialmama Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 ummm... I vote for using SOTW with TOG... using it as your history spine, and only purchasing the lit books :001_smile: So... I guess you still need a tie breaker since I vote for both! :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staci in MO Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 ummm... I vote for using SOTW with TOG... using it as your history spine, and only purchasing the lit books :001_smile: So... I guess you still need a tie breaker since I vote for both! :tongue_smilie: :iagree: Use both. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omma Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 And another vote for using both, but remember that even the writer of TOG says we shouldn't try to do everything that's written in the program... it is a buffet! :) Brenda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoo Keeper Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 I would stick with SOTW, but keep TOG on your back burner. Many folks use something else for elementary, but decide on Tapestry for jr./sr. high. Paying the price tag for SOTW now is cheaper than coughing it all up for TOG right now (yes, I know, the longer you use it, the less your cost is overall; but 4yrs. of TOG plus books can be a big chunk of change). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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