May. 18, 2009 - Make use of your library
Use your library!! Ok, I know -- all home schoolers use the library. However, you may not have thought of this one. 
If you are looking at purchasing a new curriculum, try using the inter-library loan and see if they can get the item first. This way, you can look "try before you buy." I used our inter-library loan and was able to view Drawing Basics by Thomas Kinkade. I also viewed Story Starters by Karen Andreola.
Money is tight for all of us right now. For those supplemental things you'd like to have but can't afford, ask your library to purchase them. I did this with the Dave Stotts Drive Thru History DVDs. (For those of you who are local, our library bought the four that cover Europe.)
Most of the time, they will buy the item you request. I have only been denied a couple of times when I asked them to purchase something. It never hurts to ask. And taking the time to ask could save you money! 
Comments
May. 18, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Canadagirl
That is a VERY good tip ! I have been REALLY wanting to see Story Starters by Karen Anderola. I really hope I can find it in our ILL system. ((praying))
Blessings and ((HUGS))
In Him<><
-Mary
