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This year off has been good for me. I have a better outlook on Homeschooling next year. We will not be using ABeka, but a variety of different things which I hope the children will find more interesting. I think they are getting tired of ABeka as some of the subjects tend to be a little repetitive. So we shall see how things go. I am excited about a new School Year, but I know that I have to be better prepared for each day, and be more firm in my rules and expectations of my children. I tend to be too much of a softee.
I found some really good books at a used book sale over the weekend which I will put to use next year! I can't wait ~ I am so excited ~ and I would be lying if I didn't say a little scared as well!
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Posted by amy @ http://lifessmalltreasures.blogspot.com/
I have also found Abeka to be hard to use for homeschooling. I know you will do great this year!
I think every parent is scared a bit about teaching their children, but the Lord will help you through.
Have a great evening.
~Amy
Posted by trustingdaily
God bless you as you seek Him for guidance, direction, and g-r-a-c-e next year. I agree, ABeka is pretty rigorous if you do the entire curriculum, not to mention too pricey for us.
By His grace,
Angela
Posted by Anonymous
Kim,
Its so great you are giving it another go...
I have heard that same story time and time agian when it comes to Abeka!
I am starting off with Rod and staff this year.... I have never used it nor know anyone who has.. I am excited yet nervous as well
BUt I know the Lord wants me to homeschool as does my husband (and I.... ) So, I know it will work despite the hard work..
GOod luck Kim!!!!! Keep us psted!
~Kristy jo
http://makingsweetmemories.blogspot.com/
Posted by Anonymous
I have a few ABEKA books that I have tried here and there, but I can't make sense of them, and it is way too structured for us to use very well. We use a wide variety of things, Mathusee, Five In A Row, Apologia, Story of the World, and yes, just unschooling at times! I use one ABEKA book for my oldest, Themes in Literature, but we do it our way, not their way, and it works well. I am terrified of homeschooling in Nova Scotia, as we don't generally keep official records, we are not required to here. I have their books dated, and test marks written down and a loose record of things we do, so I am going to have to buckle down and keep my records much more organized!! I hope they aren't huge sticklers in Nova Scotia!!
Ellie
