I think I’ve narrowed down our plan for next year.  I’m excited about one major change I’ll be making with Sarah.  We’re going back to Learning Adventures!  This unit study is fantastic in that it’s comprehensive (everything but Math) and it’s very in-depth.  You could wear yourself out trying to do it all!  We did the first volume two years ago and it went  quite well.  I was new to home schooling, so I thought I’d try a more individualized approach the next two years.  I did, and soon became a curriculum junkie – trying a little of everything.  *LOL* This time around, I’ll use LA, but modify it a bit.  Here’s the plan:

Rachel (10^th)

Math – MUS Geometry, after we finish Alg1 in the fall

Science – Apologia Biology

Geography (1^st semester) – BJU World Geography

U.S. Government (2^nd semester) – BJU National Government

English II – Learning Adventures readalouds (Lit), Creative Writing (Learning Adventures), and Free reading

Theater – lessons and involvement at local theater

Health – BJU

Bible – Learning Adventures’ “A New World of Adventure”

Sarah (6^th)

Math – MUS Zeta

Science – Learning Adventures’ “A New World of Adventure”

History – Learning Adventures’ “A New World of Adventure”

Language Arts – Learning Adventures’ “A New World of Adventure” (lit, writing, grammar, spelling, vocabulary)

Bible – Learning Adventures’ “A New World of Adventure”

Camille (3yo)

Letter of the Week

I just discovered the CDs available with Apologia textbooks.  YIPPEE!!  This should help Rachel in her reading comprehension next year.  It’s been a real struggle this year in Physical Science.  I'm ready for the summer break, but I'm excited about next year too.

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Posted by mamakaren

How wonderful! My "hat" is off to you. (-:
Mama Karen

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Posted by H0MEFree

Letter Of The Week is promoted on the Five In A Row boards, especially on the Before Five In A Row section.

I like it when people post their "plans" for the next year. I find it interesting the different recipes that get made up to fit each family. It is pretty cool.

Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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Posted by bbullard

Karen, I didn't realize until now when viewing your children's ages that you have two sets like I do, only your "sets" are bigger; 10th and 6th grade, and then a 3 year old--WOW! We'll have to talk offline about how you're managing your school day as I'm sure I could use some tips. Next year, we'll have 1-8th grader, 1-6th grader, and then a K-5 student. I'm told to stop trying to be everything to everyone, and to focus on one child per year, but I'm having trouble embracing that advice. The youngest is learning to read; the oldest is getting nearer to the "big girl" courses and pre-college prep; none of that includes my son. How do you choose who to focus on?

Thanks for the link on my blog. I did go and read "How to Kill a Flower", and though I couldn't agree with everything, I did enjoy the article. Keeping your kids needs, wants, and desires in homeschooling is a gift that we can offer that they don't get in other academic environments. Our kids have been looking over a few curriculum choices and making selections based upon what they enjoy. I was pleased that they are really enjoying our process of covering history this year, which is a part of the curriculum I wrote.

I use Bob Jones Geography at the local homeschool store where I teach (their selection). I have my own issues with it, but I'm told it is one of the most inclusive products out there. I'm also glad that you mentioned the Physical Science DVD; I've been flirting with whether or nto to buy it, and you've convinced me that it might be worth it.

Is my comment long enough? Obviously, you're making me think. I hope all is well with you and your family. God bless you.

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Posted by sahmto4orMore

Making plans is so exciting.

I don't think i've looked at Learning Adventures. Ill have to check it out.

I'm sorry about Ethan. I'll keep his folks in my prayers.

Have a good weekend,
tracy

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