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I love to research homeschool curriculum and read reviews. I've written reviews of products that we've been using in our homeschool. This is our 7th year homeschooling and we have a relaxed neo-Classical homeschool philosophy.
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The Well-Trained Mind (Revised and Updated 10th Anniversary Edition): A Guide to Classical Education at Home by Susan W. Bauer, Jessie Wise
Outstanding ... should be on every home educator's more...1 point
A Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on the Gentle Art of Learning by Karen Andreola
A thorough chapter-by-chapter overview of the insp more...0 points
100 Top Picks For Homeschool Curriculum: Choosing The Right Curriculum And Approach For Your Child's Learning Style by Cathy Duffy
The key to successful home education, homeschool v more...0 points
Math and Critical Thinking Curriculum Reviews
- Singapore Primary Mathematics
- An elementary math curriculum that focuses on mathematical understanding and problem solving.
- Miquon Math Review
- Review of unique, discovery-based math program.
- MathTutorDVD.com Review
- MathTutorDVD provides video tutorials for all levels of math.
- ALEKS Review
- ALEKS is an on-line math curriculum that can be used either as a core curriculum or a supplement.
- Math Mammoth Review
- Math Mammoth offers complete elementary math curriculum packages as well as supplemental practice problem sets.
- Times Tales Review
- Times Tales is a mnemonic method for memorizing multiplication facts. It is the second product reviewed in this article.
- Building Thinking Skills Review
- Building Thinking Skills is a thinking skills curriculum by The Critical Thinking Company.
- Mathematical Reasoning Series Review
- This math curriculum is by the Critical Thinking Co.
- A Day in the Life - Quarter Mile Math
- Quarter Mile Math is a computer based math racing game.
Language Arts Curriculum Reviews
- Rime to Read Review
- Rime to Read is an on-line beginning phonics program.
- All About Homophones Review
- All About Homophones is a supplemental spelling book focusing on homophones.
- WriteShop Story Builders Review
- Story Builders are a creative way to help initiate student writing.
- SpellQuizzer Review
- SpellQuizzer is software designed to drill students on their spelling words.
- WriteShop Primary Review
- WriteShop Primary is a composition curriculum designed for children in kindergarten through third grade.
- Write with the Best Review
- Write with the Best is a composition program. Volume 1 is designed for students in grades 3-12.
- Happy Phonics Review
- A phonics program with learning games.
- First Language Lesons for the Well-Trained Mind (Levels 1 and 2)
- A beginning English program using the classical method.
Little House Books
Little House in the Big Woods 75th Anniversary Edition
Amazon Price: $15.59 (as of 11/11/2009) 
Little House on the Prairie Book and Charm (Charming Classics)
Amazon Price: $6.99 (as of 11/11/2009)
Farmer Boy (Little House)
Amazon Price: $8.99 (as of 11/11/2009)
On the Banks of Plum Creek (Little House)
Amazon Price: $8.99 (as of 11/11/2009)
By the Shores of Silver Lake (Little House)
Amazon Price: $8.99 (as of 11/11/2009)
History and Geography Curriculum Reviews
- Tapestry of Grace Review
- Tapestry of Grace is a Christian, classical, history-focused, multi-disciplinary, unit-study curriculum for the entire family.
- Tapestry of Grace vs. Sonlight
- Comparison of Tapestry of Grace to Sonlight.
- The Prairie Primer Review
- The Prairie Primer is a literature-based Unit Study that centers around the Little House on the Prairie books. There is a large amount of American History and geography included in the study.
- Famous Men of Rome
- Memoria Press is the publisher of this teacher and student guide for a year-long study of The Famous Men of Rome.
- The Oregon Scientific Smart Globe
- Electronic globe that helps students learn nations, capitals, continents, and more.
- The Little Man in the Map Review
- The Little Man in the Map is a book to teach children about the United States map.
My favorite geography resource.
Oregon Scientific Smart Globe Deluxe
Amazon Price: $101.89 (as of 11/11/2009)
This is the most amazing tool for teaching geography to children! Watch the video of my 2 year old playing with it.
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Unit Study Reviews
- The Prairie Primer Review
- The Prairie Primer is a literature-based Unit Study that centers around the Little House on the Prairie books.
- Five in a Row
- Five in a Row is a literature-based unit study curriculum. It uses children's picture books and is designed for children ages 4-8.
- Tapestry of Grace Review
- Tapestry of Grace is a Christian, classical, history-focused, multi-disciplinary, unit-study curriculum for the entire family.
Science Curriculum Reviews
- Apologia Elementary Science Review
- Apologia Elementary Science texts include books on Astronomy, Botany, Flying Creatures, Swimming Creatures, and Land Animals. They are designed for students in first through sixth grades.
- Animals in the Bible
- DVD and study guide to study 15 animals that are mentioned in the Bible.
- Nature Friend Magazine Review
- Nature Friend Magazine is a magazine for the whole family with informative articles and excellent nature photography.
Foreign Language Reviews
Latin
- Latina Christiana Review
- Memoria Press is the publisher of curricula for classic homeschools and private schools.
- Latin for Children vs. Latina Christiana
- A comparison of two popular elementary Latin programs.
Bible Curriculum Reviews
- Grapevine Studies
- Grapevine Studies is a unique Bible study program for all ages. Their slogan is "Stick-figuring through the Bible" because in all their studies, students do stick figure drawings to help them retain the information.
- Animals in the Bible
- DVD and study guide to study 15 animals that are mentioned in the Bible.
- New Testament Activity Pack
- Homeschool in the Woods has a beautiful lapbook kit on the New Testament.
Music and Art Reviews
- KinderBach Music Review
- KinderBach is an on-line keyboarding program for ages 3-7.
- Spears Art Studio Review
- Spears Art Studio is a complete art curriculum for grades K-8.
- ARTistic Pursuits Review
- ARTistic Pursuits is a K-12 art curriculum that teaches both art technique and art appreciation.
- Harmony Fine Arts
- Harmony Fine Arts is an art and music program with 12 yearly plans that are linked to a chronological 4-year history cycle, and are divided into the stages of learning of the classical trivium (grammar, logic, and rhetoric).
Computer Science and On-line Education Reviews
- Let's Make a Webpage Review
- Let's Make a Webpage is a book by Motherboard Press, a company specializing in computer education for homeschool children.
- Time 4 Learning Review
- Time 4 Learning is an on-line education program that can be used as core curriculum or as a supplement.
- HelpMe2Teach Review
- HelpMe2Teach is a paid website that provides links to educational material for students and teachers.
- KinderBach Review
- KinderBach is an on-line keyboarding program for ages 3-7.
- ALEKS Review
- ALEKS is an on-line math curriculum that can be used either as a core curriculum or a supplement.
- Web Design for Kids Review
- Web Design for Kids is an introductory web design course in DVD format. It is recommended for beginning web designers as young as 8 - 10 years old.
- Quarter Mile Math Review
- Quarter Mile Math is a computer based math racing game.
Books, Toys, and Games Reviews
- Sarah's Wish Review
- The book is set in Ohio in 1858 and begins with a wild ride behind a runaway horse in which Sarah is injured and her mother is killed. Sarah's mother left behind a letter that explained that Sarah has a secret. It doesn't take too long to find out that the secret is that Sarah and her mother have been working on the Underground Railroad.
- Nana Star and the Moonman Review
- Nana Star books are a children's book series with accompanying toys.
- The Little Man in the Map Review
- The Little Man in the Map is a book to teach children about the United States map.
- Alphabet Alley Go Fish and Matching Game Review
- Alphabet Alley produces Christian themed toys for young children.
- Missing Link: Found Review
- The Missing Link: Found is a Christian action adventure book for pre-teens and young teens.
- One2Believe Nativity Set Review
- One2Believe is a maker of Biblical themed toys.
- One2Believe Noah's Ark Set Review
- Another toy from One2Believe.
- Schleich Action Figures Review
- Schleich produces realistic animal figures for play and display.
- Oregon Scientific Smart Globe
- Electronic globe that helps students learn nations, capitals, continents, and more.
- Guardian Angel Publishing
- The goals of Guardian Angel Publishing are: To lovingly create fun, affordable and educational eBook computer experiences, great print books for your preschoolers and primary age children. And to embed positive, loving and worthwhile meaning into these books.
The Little Man in the Map
The Little Man In the Map: With Clues To Remember All 50 States
Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 11/11/2009)
This unique book teaches students to identify all 50 states using a story.
Special Needs Product Reviews
- Heads Up!
- Heads Up! is a company that specializes in products designed for children with autism, ADD/ADHD, sensory issues, or other special needs. This review is for several reading aids designed to help children focus on the page.
Teacher Helps
- Sue Patrick's Workbox System
- If you read many homeschool blogs, you have probably heard of workboxes. The basic idea behind the workbox system is to divide each student's daily assignments up into short segments. The materials to do each assignment are placed in the workbox.
- HelpMe2Teach Review
- HelpMe2Teach is a paid website that provides links to educational material for students and teachers.
- Homeschooling ABCs Review
- Homeschooling ABCs is an on-line course to teach new homeschoolers the basics about homeschooling.
- Turning Points in Homeschooling Review
- Turning Points in Homeschooling is an e-book published by The Old Schoolhouse. It is an inspiring collection of testimonies from homeschoolers about their calls to homeschool.
- Studypod Review
- A Studypod is a book holder designed especially for students.
- EDUDPS Review
- Educational Diagnostic Prescriptive Services provides assessment tools to determine learning styles, learning disabilities, and career interests.
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Brenda @ http://wwww.thetiethatbindsus.blogspot.com wrote
Great lense! Good job, Kristen.
Posted October 27, 2009
Kristenph wrote...
in reply to Stacey in PA No, I haven't used A Beka, but I've heard nothing but positives from friends and acquaintances who use it.
Posted September 02, 2009
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Stacey in PA wrote
I like A Beka. It's easy to use, and thorough. Used books are easy to find online.
Have you ever used A Beka?
Posted September 02, 2009
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Momma Snail wrote
This is great! This is done so throughly. I am working on picking curriculum for next year and I keep coming back to your reviews!
Posted April 20, 2009
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