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Opinions about Institute for Excellence in Writing please

Started this discussion. Last reply by Diane Smith Apr 30. 9 Replies

    Has anyone used this curriculum? We have a son who struggles with writing and spelling and  are going into 9th this fall....Continue

Opinions about Institute for Excellence in Writing please

Started Mar 12 0 Replies

    Has anyone used this curriculum? We have a son who struggles with writing and spelling and  are going into 9th this fall....Continue

Opinions: Barton Spelling/Reading for Highschool

Started this discussion. Last reply by J.Needham Apr 14. 1 Reply

     We are in our second year of homeschool, and sadly have realized many struggles our son (now 14) has with spelling and handwriting.  He passed through 5 years of private school without any red…Continue

sorry there was an error, the option to NOT E-mail reply was checked- I need replies! If there were any previous attempts, are they gone now or can we get them back?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Paul Bass Jun 8, 2012. 1 Reply

If there were any replies can we get them back? I didn't know the "do not follow" option box was checked... we need replies! ThanksContinue

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Opinions: Barton Spelling/Reading for Highschool

     We are in our second year of homeschool, and sadly have realized many struggles our son (now 14) has with spelling and handwriting.  He passed through 5 years of private school without any red alerts from his teachers, and his grades were fair in English/Spelling (for a boy!).  Now, after nearly two years at home, I feel we are 8 years behind.  We started with a grade appropriate curricula kit last year, but this year I changed to a more accommodating "special need" style for a possible…See More
Mar 12
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JON POWELL posted discussions
Jun 8, 2012
Alfonso and Carrie Luis replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"Jon, we have a 3rd grader and a 7th grader that we have homeschooled for almost (2) years now.  We have tried the Bob Jones curriculum that you speak of and can completely understand where you are at.  We have also tried to peice together…"
Jan 11, 2012
Brett and Dana Adams replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"Here is a funny reply...you ask about assuring the core subjects in order for the kids to pass the ACT and attend college...not only did we not anticipate our children attending college but we actually discouraged it. We are more in line with the…"
Jan 10, 2012
Roma Cox replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"This article:  How To Home School provides three links where one can have their children tested for your State. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qt8Rp7yR7is&feature=player_embedded"
Jan 10, 2012
Kathy Piotrowski replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"Hi, I got into this discussion while looking for help on portfolios.  We are new to homeschooling this year too, and purchased the BJU kit also.  I was very impressed with it (2nd grade) but rather overwhelmed.  Thankfully, they have…"
Jan 10, 2012
Roma Cox replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"Before purchasing curriculum, it is wise to know the different learning styles of your children.  It will save you tuns of money.  This article will help: How To Choose Home School Curriculum I know of a teacher who moved to the…"
Jan 8, 2012
Susan Evans replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"Most, if not all, colleges accept SAT's, which only test math, reading, and writing."
Jan 7, 2012
Shelia Dutcher replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"I think a lot of the decision about what you can do with following your children's interests vs. core curriculum depends on what your State requires.  In PA we have to register with our school district, have our work evaluated by an…"
Jan 7, 2012
JON POWELL replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"Again, we so appreciate all the input from everyone.  What a relief to get opinions and suggestions from real parents who do this; rather than a single author's view from a magazine or book.  We are already making some changes. …"
Jan 7, 2012
Shelia Dutcher replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"We started our journey with Sonlight (recommended by a friend on the mission field).  They are reading intensive (which we loved) but not entirely Christian based (which we did not love) so we stopped using them as our core.  I still…"
Jan 5, 2012
Brett and Dana Adams replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"Hi Ramona! I think your email was intended for the Powells! I just want to say that is excellent and sweet advice that you offer! I am impressed that you homeschooled in the eighties! Whew! It was rarely heard of then! As well, depending on the…"
Jan 3, 2012
Ramona D. Timm replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"Dana, Many blessings await you in your journey. May I suggest a resource for you to plug into and I think you will find through this site, additional resources and experienced homeschoolers that can help and encourage you along the way. We…"
Jan 3, 2012
Brett and Dana Adams replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"Amen Kelly! And congrats on your newest blessing! Dana "
Jan 3, 2012
Susan Evans replied to JON POWELL's discussion Need advise
"Focus on staying connected to Christ. The 3 R's are all that matters academically (reading, writing, and arithmetic). That's all your children are ever tested on. You can actually trash all the rest and still score higher than the schools.…"
Jan 3, 2012

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