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    ever had one of those days?

    We have been using Spectrum Language Arts (around $10) for grammar. If extra practice is needed on a particular concept, then I find worksheets...
    Post by: shellegm, Mar 30, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    Singapore Math - home instructor guides

    This is our 3rd year using Singapore. We just finished 3B. I bought the Home Instructor's Guide for 2nd and 3rd grades - never used them. I...
    Post by: shellegm, Mar 20, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    Enchanted learning?

    I've also used the free printables at Enchanted Learning. They are okay, but nothing special. You may want to check out ABCTeach...
    Post by: shellegm, Feb 21, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    Unschooling

    We tend to mix unschooling and eclectic homeschooling. Typically we will unschool April-July and in December. It is nice to have a break from...
    Post by: shellegm, Feb 10, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    Need help with 1st grade writing issue

    I would back off. Most likely your son is just not there yet. Many kids worry so much about spelling and handwriting, that they simply refuse to...
    Post by: shellegm, Jan 27, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    First grade spelling

    My daughter (3rd grade) is very much a right-brained learner. She excels in math, reads above grade level (we have never done phonics or another...
    Post by: shellegm, Jan 20, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    Typical First Grade

    I would continue with the math and phonics if they are working for you. Be sure to add in unit studies when you can. I liked to alternate...
    Post by: shellegm, Jan 19, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    Dawninns

    Okay Ladies... After just reading all the posts, I have officially gained 10 pounds!!
    Post by: shellegm, Jan 18, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    What games do you have?

    Some of our favorites right now... Blokus Aggravation Bananagrams Make 'n Break Mad Gab Spoons (not the drinking version for the kiddos!!)...
    Post by: shellegm, Jan 15, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    Math ?

    Pre-Algebra is usually done in 7th or 8th grade, and followed by algebra in 8th or 9th grade. Lots of math programs have "algebra concepts" in...
    Post by: shellegm, Jan 13, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    Help!

    One more thing.... If you are registerd with Home Life Academy, then you may be exempt from the mandatory 4 hours of instruction regulation....
    Post by: shellegm, Jan 12, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    Help!

    I assume you are focusing on the required 4 hours mandated by the state (TN). Remember, that four hours can include instruction, independent...
    Post by: shellegm, Jan 12, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    King Richard the 1st-- Who fought him?

    King Richard I was known mostly for his crusade in the Holy Land. He fought against the muslims to gain back Christian control of Jerusalem....
    Post by: shellegm, Jan 6, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    homeschooling groups

    I've been through this before. Ask around at the local library to find other homeschool families. Meet at a park (or somewhere similar) for a...
    Post by: shellegm, Jan 6, 2009 in forum: Homeschooling
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    Looking for suggestions

    I didn't use any curriculum/program with my daughter. We just read everything we could get our hands on. Every so often she would ask for a...
    Post by: shellegm, Dec 22, 2008 in forum: Homeschooling

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