I like to start the year off with a lighter load.  Get the kids to where they're working through the curriculum at a good pace, work on any issues with the main stuff, and then I add in more.  :)

Today, for Samantha, we added cursive using Classically Cursive from Veritas Press, and Bible Nurture and Reader Series 3 from Rod & Staff.  I love R&S's reading program!