Aug. 25, 2006 - Handwriting curriculum

It occurred to me that in all my months of blogging I have never written anything about what sort of curriculum we use.  I've given up hope of ever determining what "style" of homeschoolers we are.  Eclectic is probably the best summation...at least it sounds better than "completely confused and undecided".

My friend Michelle introduced me to the Startwrite handwriting program a few years ago.  I would have to say it is the single best purchase I have made for our homeschool.  Using the computer program, you customize your child's handwriting/copywork sheets.  Because of its flexibility, it is the only handwriting tool you will ever need.  Startwrite can either be downloaded directly from the internet, or ordered on CD.  I am able to customize the kid's copywork depending on what we are studying.  Just today, I printed out my oldest son's spelling list for him to practice his newly learned cursive lettering.  Talk about double duty!

Thanks for the great recommendation Michelle.  It was worth every penny.

Aug. 29, 2006 - start write