Braden's
Tyson's
Abeka Language: I switched to this from Bob Jones last year. It is a very challenging English Program. I like it's thoroughness. However, I cannot saw I will use it every year or with each child as it can be too grueling at times. We might go back to BJ next year.
Abeka Science and Health: New for us this year, it was recommended by my Mentor Teacher. It is a Christian Science program
Bob Jones Reading and Literature: A Favorite! Braden loves the stories. This Reading Program has given him a love for reading. The reader includes excerpts from classic literature and quality stories from a wide variety of genres.
Saxon Math6/5: A solid math program, repetitive, but I like that. It is easier for me to cut back on work than find more material. Each lesson consists of story problems and number problems as well as a timed drill sheet. Included throughout the book are Investigation Stations which incorporate using the skills being taught in creative ways. Book 6/5 includes multiplication, division, word problems, fractions, decimals, percents, basic geometry, and negative numbers.
MegaWords: New for us this year. It is a series with a systemic, multi sensory approach to learning the longer words. Students learn to use syllabification to help them sound out and spell words.
A Reason for Handwriting: Daily practice is focused on verses from Scripture. It uses the traditional, "ball-and-stick" style of print, and standard cursive.
BJ Heritage Studies: Another favorite! Braden reads this book for fun. Go figure, I did not like History! It covers American History, geography, relevant world history, government, economics and culture. Specifics we will cover this year are : Wright Brothers in 1903 to to end of the 20th century, WWI, the 20s, The Depression, WWII, Civil Rights, and the Vietnam war.
Chinese Brain Teasers: To make him think outside the box, my personal favorite :)
Bible: We read devotions together each morning and Braden is reading a Josh McDowell devotional on his own. We are going to be using AWANA books at home, but not participating in the program at church due to other commitments.
Any ideas for a good typing program or other 'Boy' Devotionals/Bible work?
Abeka Science and Health: New for us this year, it was recommended by my Mentor Teacher. It is a Christian Science program
Bob Jones Reading and Literature: A Favorite! Braden loves the stories. This Reading Program has given him a love for reading. The reader includes excerpts from classic literature and quality stories from a wide variety of genres.
Saxon Math6/5: A solid math program, repetitive, but I like that. It is easier for me to cut back on work than find more material. Each lesson consists of story problems and number problems as well as a timed drill sheet. Included throughout the book are Investigation Stations which incorporate using the skills being taught in creative ways. Book 6/5 includes multiplication, division, word problems, fractions, decimals, percents, basic geometry, and negative numbers.
MegaWords: New for us this year. It is a series with a systemic, multi sensory approach to learning the longer words. Students learn to use syllabification to help them sound out and spell words.
A Reason for Handwriting: Daily practice is focused on verses from Scripture. It uses the traditional, "ball-and-stick" style of print, and standard cursive.
BJ Heritage Studies: Another favorite! Braden reads this book for fun. Go figure, I did not like History! It covers American History, geography, relevant world history, government, economics and culture. Specifics we will cover this year are : Wright Brothers in 1903 to to end of the 20th century, WWI, the 20s, The Depression, WWII, Civil Rights, and the Vietnam war.
Chinese Brain Teasers: To make him think outside the box, my personal favorite :)
Bible: We read devotions together each morning and Braden is reading a Josh McDowell devotional on his own. We are going to be using AWANA books at home, but not participating in the program at church due to other commitments.
Any ideas for a good typing program or other 'Boy' Devotionals/Bible work?
Tyson's
Developmental Math 2 and Saxon Math 1: Why am I using 2 Math programs? Because Tyson loves math and I had DM 2 in the closet. The programs cover skip counting; ordinal positions; sorting rules and patterns; solving problems; mastering basic addition and most basic subtraction facts; adding 2-digit numbers without regrouping; measuring; comparing volume, mass and area; counting money; telling time to half-hour; identifying polygons; and graphing. If you want my opinion on why we don't solely use DM email me.
Horizon Phonics, Reading and Spelling: A continuation from last year. I like their phonic program. It is said to be advanced compared to other programs, I will agree. We took it slower than recommended and will finish our book up this year and then start on the 1st grade material.* Words are reinforced by pictures. Daily work consists of introduction to new words/word families, writing, and reading and matching a picture to what was read. Throughout the books the parts of speech and alphabetizing are introduced.
Dolch Sight lists/100 words Kids need to know by first grade/flash cards: Review and extra reading practice.*
Bob Book Readers/Pathway Readers: Reading practice.*
A Reason for Handwriting: Daily practice is focused on verses from Scripture. It uses the traditional, "ball-and-stick" style of print, and a standard cursive hand.
* Yes, we do a lot of phonics and reading practice. The only thing we do everyday is our workbook. The others are for extra practice throughout the week. Reading is the gateway to learning and the world. Once a child can read, they can create and learn anything they want.
He will be doing Science along with Braden
Bible: We read devotions together each morning. We are going to be using AWANA books at home, but not participating in the program at church due to other commitments.
I feel like I am forgetting something... I may be updating this.
Horizon Phonics, Reading and Spelling: A continuation from last year. I like their phonic program. It is said to be advanced compared to other programs, I will agree. We took it slower than recommended and will finish our book up this year and then start on the 1st grade material.* Words are reinforced by pictures. Daily work consists of introduction to new words/word families, writing, and reading and matching a picture to what was read. Throughout the books the parts of speech and alphabetizing are introduced.
Dolch Sight lists/100 words Kids need to know by first grade/flash cards: Review and extra reading practice.*
Bob Book Readers/Pathway Readers: Reading practice.*
A Reason for Handwriting: Daily practice is focused on verses from Scripture. It uses the traditional, "ball-and-stick" style of print, and a standard cursive hand.
* Yes, we do a lot of phonics and reading practice. The only thing we do everyday is our workbook. The others are for extra practice throughout the week. Reading is the gateway to learning and the world. Once a child can read, they can create and learn anything they want.
He will be doing Science along with Braden
Bible: We read devotions together each morning. We are going to be using AWANA books at home, but not participating in the program at church due to other commitments.
I feel like I am forgetting something... I may be updating this.
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