We offically started our new homeschool year August 2nd so we have had a chance to use our new curriculum, most of worked for us, some hasn't. So I decided to updated my curriculum list!
Whew, I think I am done with choosing and purchasing our 2011-2012 homeschool curriculum! I love reading what other homeschoolers are using for the year so I thought I would share our's too! We will be using:
1st Grade (my 6 year old son)
Science
Apologia Swimming Creatures on the Fith Day
Mini Nature Studies with crafts
Math
Math U See (Alpha)
Spelling
1st Grade Spelling Words
Then every Friday he will test at Spell City
Handwriting
Abeka (Writing with Phonics)
Draw Write Now
Copy Work (updated)
Reading
Various - Bob Books, Abeka Readers
Reader Library Books
Hooked on Phonics
Bob Books
Geography
Galloping the Globe
Art
Artistic Pursuits
Literature
Read the classics and accompany with a craft
1st few months (E.B. White)
Charolette's Web
Trumpet of the Swan
Stuart Little
then other various classics (Black Beauty, Heidi, etc.)
Bible
Telling God's Story (Meeting Jesus)
Building Character Studies
Community Bible Study
PE
Karate Sunday nights
Extra's
Little Contenders of the Faith Classes (it's like a Christian Boy Scouts) (updated)
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Pre K (4 years)
Letter of the week using various items
Fun With Alphabet Letters
DLTKFamily Crafts
Handwriting Without Tears (Kit)
Hooked on Phonics Letter Names and Letter Sounds
Science
Mudpie and Magnets
Mini Nature studies with crafts
Bible
Community Bible Study
Instant Bible Lessons For Toddlers (updated) perfect for toddlers & preschoolers
Some Montessori
Cultural Montessori Curriculum
PE
Karate Sunday Nights
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Toddler (my 2 year old daughter)
Montessori using various hands on items (sensory boxes, dexterity activities, etc.)
Learning Activity Packs (I will make) (I will share them here on my blog) COMING SOON
Continue to practice using scissors, coloring, colors and shapes
Mini nature studies with crafts
Bible
Instant Bible Lessons for Toddlers (updated)
Community Bible Study
Montessori activities that involve hand eye cordination, dexterity and fine motor skils
Continuing to learn colors and shapes
I have been looking for Montessori items to use with my toddler, as well. Where did you find the sensory boxes and other items?
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a wonderful plan! I can't wait to see how it all unfolds!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a wonderful year!
ReplyDeleteIt's great that you have everything all planned out! Spelling City looks wonderful ... thanks for the link. I wish we would have had that when I was homeschooling my kids! Have a fantastic homeschool year! Deb @ LivingMontessoriNow.com
ReplyDeleteGreat list! We also are using Artistic Pursuits.
ReplyDeletePlease check out two2read.com for great curriculum ideas for children ages 3 to 7.
ReplyDeletegreat list! Wishing you a fabulous year!
ReplyDeleteI have my thematic calendar complete & it feels so good! :)
I loved DLTK crafts and handwriting without tears was fabulous - we used it in the classroom when I was teaching.
This is mine - http://momto2poshlildivas.blogspot.com/2011/07/lil-diva-preschool-thematic-calendar.html
Bernadette
I love seeing everyone's choices. Have a great week =)
ReplyDeleteGreat choices! Isn't it wonderful that we are able to each make the choices that best suit our children and their needs?
ReplyDeleteI am also going to be using Apologia with our younger kids this year. They are so excited about starting their new junior notebooking journals! :-) We also use Handwriting without Tears.
May God bless our homeschools!
Lisa
http://our4kiddos.blogspot.com
I'll be curious to see how you like some of the classics. I never liked Black Beauty.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great year. We are huge fans of MUS and apologia at our house.
ReplyDeleteI miss those early years of homeschooling! I have two that have graduated and one who is a sophomore this year. It was a lot more fun when they were small but I have enjoyed watching them grow into fine young adults. New follower!
ReplyDeleteThough we haven't made the decision to homeschool or not yet, I have found your blog so helpful. I just eanted to let you know I posted a link on my facebook page to this section for my followers who do homeschool.
ReplyDeleteI'm going to be homeschooling next year, now I'm working on the homeschool curriculum, but I love your list for your 1st grader. Some great choices!
ReplyDeleteHave a Blessed Day and Happy Holidays
-Sandy F.
I love seeing what other people do! I added that devotional series to my amazon wish list! Will have to look closer at the other stuff soon.
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