Annabel Lee Posted April 5, 2009 Share Posted April 5, 2009 (edited) I'm referring to the Logos Classical School in Moscow, Idaho. I watched the CBN segment on it on TV and just looked it up online. They have things available for homeschoolers such as materials, recommendations, schedules, scope & sequence, etc. Have any of you used anything from them (not just materials, but method, etc.)? I'd love to hear anything anyone has to share! :bigear: I should mention a few materials they use so people don't have to run over to their site to see what I'm talking about: Drawing With Children - St. Martin's Press (doesn't SWV rec. this also?), Imitation in Writing, Writing Trails, The Grammar of Spelling, and Latin Primer. They make some of their own Reading Comp. Guides and other materials. Edited April 5, 2009 by Annabel Lee added last paragraph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 5, 2009 Share Posted April 5, 2009 Well, we tried Grammar of Spelling, Imitation in Writing, and 2 of their reading guides at various times. For my guys, at the time, their materials were not a fit. They do have a rep. of excellence. They have the nicest customer service people. I have used their reading list for a while now as a guide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest Patty5kids Posted April 20, 2009 Share Posted April 20, 2009 Hi ArcticMom, As a former homeschooler of our 5 kids and a current teacher in a classical school, modeled after Logos, I can vouch for their programs. We use some of their recommendations while gleaning from other schools. If you are interested, I would be happy to give you the names of the curriculae that we find most helpful in our endeavors. Sincerely, Patty5kids Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIch elle Posted April 20, 2009 Share Posted April 20, 2009 Please post it here so we can all glean from your list. Thanks! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Patty5kids Posted April 20, 2009 Share Posted April 20, 2009 I'm excited to share anything we've learned. We've been using this methodology for 8 years and studying longer. I have some personal gems. Spelling/Phonics: SWR Spell to Write and Read Wanda Sanseri (Looks complicated, but meted out perfectly and once you understand the gist of things, it is VERY easy to use.) Latin: Latin For Children series Christopher Perrin (We begin Latin in 3rd formally and this series is the best we've seen) Even has how-to-teach dvds available Math: We use Saxon, but are looking for a better approach... Logos is in the process of creating their own. Grammar: We use Shurley Grammar with amazing results. History & Bible: We LOVE Veritas Press history and Bible cards. It is presented chronologically. Did you know Mozart was alive during our War for Independence? I didn't. I don't learn dates like that. I need stories and connections to make an impact on my brain. Very easy to use with LOADS of suggested supplements. You can use the public library if you choose not to purchase what they suggest. Our kids know so much about how God has ordered the world by using this. I'm amazed how much I've learned! Writing: Imitations in Writing Andrew Pudewa Basic imitative writing can be taught easily using things like Aesop's Fables and other short writings. (I have used some of the writings from the history and Bible cards as examples. That also serves to solidify and reinforce the facts from the cards) Wow, I get a little excited. I hope that gives you an idea of what is out there. Veritas Press is a super resource. I would be happy to answer specific questions, if you like. I'm sure I've left out some things. I teach Kindergarten 1/2 day this year, 3rd grade Math, and 5th grade (3rd year) Latin. I've taught all the way through 7th grade Science. I spent 3-4 yrs in 2-3 and 3-4 grades. Third is that transitional year for us. If you have more specific requests or want to know about some of the other subjects/curriculae we use in other grades, just let me know. I'll try and check daily. I have wanted to be able to help others with the information God has allowed me to be a part of throughout the years. Also, if you ever get a chance to check out an ACCS conference, it is well-worth your time and money to attend. Different ideas, curriculae, and methods are discussed and shared. It's also encouraging for those of us who are blessed enough to be able to impact children on a wider scale. Many of us are former home schoolers so we know how overwhelming it can be to search through and weed out all the information. It's also VERY cost-prohibitive and not the best method to continually be trying new things. So, hope this helps and God bless you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 I have used Grammar of Poetry and Imitations in Writing Medieval. Both were good at the time- Grammar of Poetry is excellent actually. There are downloadable samples on the website- what you see is what you get, basically. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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