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CapJaxMathFax

I remember trying to learn my math facts……I hated them…….did you read that?…I said I hated them!! Well it turns out —> my son hated them too! But honestly with lots of work…anyone can learn them!…It’s not rocket science!

This time with the TOS Crew I was able to review “CapJaxMathFax.”

CapJaxMathFax

Starting at: $29.95

Check List from their website…

Does the program address the full range of computation from addition to division?

Does the program address computation with negative as well as positive values?

Will my student clearly understand the objectives of the program?

Is there positive feedback for my student to enjoy working with the program?

Is feedback immediate?

Does the program allow me to monitor my student’s performance over time?

Will the program work at my student’s best pace for learning?

Will my student succeed at a rate that is challenging, but not frustrating?

Does the program allow time for my student to reflect on his or her work?

Does the program use timing in a way that that minimizes pressure?

Does the program provide printed reports of my student’s success?

Does the program provide graphical reports of success and progress?

I was glad to review this…..I know how important it is to find a good program, curriculum, or whatever!…ya know?

So any-who….my experience with this was….well at first, my first impression at the download was = it is an old system. Once I got is “up and going”….it was very basic. My son didn’t like it. But we are very advanced computer nerds…….well we aren’t but dad is. So that means we are introduced to the “latest and greatest” …but not always!!….And my son plays the PSP3…that alone is cool! This was just too plain for our taste. Yeah…it can do the job…but my son would think it’s torture to use it!….sorry CapJax. But ya know, I was thinking…….This may work great for the ones who don’t like the bells and whistles Some kids get REALLY distracted by them. So a more back to basic program might be just what you have been searching for.

And as always my wonderful friends, go see what my Mates thought. Just click HERE.

“Disclaimer Alert”

And remember –I received CapJaxMathFax in exchange for my honest opinion and review/blog post. And nothing else …..zip, zilch, nada, and what-ever else, yadda-yadda ~smile~

My writing/work/blog post is copyright protected ©

Blessings my friends, till next time….

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As homeschoolers we are able to have Bible as an important class in our daily classroom schedule. And if you have been homeschooling for any length of time …you know there are a lot of different curricula “out there” to choose from.

This one is called Judah Bible Curriculum. Here is an except from their site:

What is the Judah Bible Curriculum:

This is a “Principle Approach” based course. Here is their definition:Principle Approach refers to a philosophy of education whose content and methods are designed to build character in teacher and student capable of sustaining liberty.

The Principle Approach is a resurgence of the Biblical philosophy of education prevalent in the founding period of America, when the character of the American colonists was one of dependence on God, not the State. This enabled and impelled them to overthrow their opposition under the tyranny of England and become a new nation, free yet not in anarchy. This education was done almost entirely in the home and the church and yielded a populace that was 96% literate; today we are 46% literate.

This is a “Principle Approach” based course. Here is their definition:“Principle Approach refers to a philosophy of education whose content and methods are designed to build character in teacher and student capable of sustaining liberty.

The Principle Approach is a resurgence of the Biblical philosophy of education prevalent in the founding period of America, when the character of the American colonists was one of dependence on God, not the State. This enabled and impelled them to overthrow their opposition under the tyranny of England and become a new nation, free yet not in anarchy. This education was done almost entirely in the home and the church and yielded a populace that was 96% literate; today we are 46% literate.”

With this curriculum your core text is your Bible. Your child will be studying the Bible.

Purchase Judah Bible Curriculum delivered online:

  Total $44.00.
You get:
1) Judah Bible Curriculum K-12 Manual, e-book format to download;
2) Elementary Notebook Ideas booklet to view online or download;
3) Eight-lecture Teacher Training Seminar. listen online or download.
(40% discount for online delivery!)

Purchase Judah Bible Curriculum Pack Hard Copy:

$69.00, plus 5.00 p&h,
Total $74.00.
Allow 7 days for delivery.
You get:
1) Judah Bible Curriculum K-12 Manual;
2) Elementary Notebook Ideas booklet;
3) Eight-lecture Teacher Training Seminar on CDs.

Okay…now my thoughts on the program….it is a very good program. Especially for someone who wants to learn how to walk and live a Christian life…..this is a great program to teach you the Bible….especially if you don’t know it….There is A LOT of teacher prep involved to teach your children…Kinda like a teacher – teaching program — Go to their website and look around and see what you think. This may be just what you are looking for!! I was hoping for something a little more simplified. But like I said, for others…this could be awesome!!! Honestly – I know a friend that this would work prefect for for! She wasn’t raised in a religious family, so she really doesn’t know much of the Bible…so how can she teach it to her children?….this is perfect for her!! 

And as always my wonderful friends, go see what my Mates thought. Just click HERE.

“Disclaimer Alert”

And remember –I received Judah Bible Curriculum in exchange for my honest opinion and review/blog post. And nothing else …..zip, zilch, nada, and what-ever else, yadda-yadda ~smile~

My writing/work/blog post is copyright protected ©

Blessings my friends, till next time….

We at the Crew was asked to review the website “Homeschool Library Builder” again.  Yes – I have reviewed it before back in 2010.    :-)

As a homeschooler – I love books!!! — I love to buy books – get where I’m going?…….  :-)

quote from there site…

“We offer quality new and used living books at bargain prices — selections recommended by your favorite curricula such as Five in a Row, Sonlight, Beautiful Feet, Tapestry of Grace, Ambleside Online, and others”

This month they are offering 25% all items! ….. You really should hop over and check them out!  First!  see what books ya need, need hop over and go shopping my homeschool friends…..I am here to enable!  ~smile~

Okay friends till next time…..

Disclaimer:  As part of the TOS  Homeschool Crew, I was asked to share my honest opinions about this website and the membership offered. I did not receive any compensation, but was offered an additional discount if I chose to make a purchase.

Critical Thinking is another company that I really like! And when we at the Crew were asked if we would like to review for them I was like….heck yeah!…loving it!!!

We were given a choice of which item we would like to review out a list. I chose → Math balance Teaches Algebra.

The cost for this book is $14.99 and it says it for grades 4^th -12^th.  (64 pages)

One of the main reason I like this company so much is due to the past books I have used. I enjoy the critical thinking, computation and problem solving. When I give these type of books to my son – I tell him they are more like puzzles. It takes the “fear factor” away!

The website describes the book as: “Understanding algebraic equations and solving algebra word problems has never been easier or more fun! This visual approach uses balance scales to teach algebra. The balance scales provide an intuitive, visual, and entertaining way to master fundamental algebraic concepts. The puzzle-like problems ensure students are cognitively involved while they hone their techniques of simplifying, substituting, and writing proofs to solve simultaneous equations.” 

We enjoyed the book. When my son takes on the mindset of this stuff is puzzles….he sees it as fun…and forgot he was doing Algebra for a moment! ~smile~

Go to Critical Thinking website….grab a cup of coffee first! They have so much to look into buying!!!! Click can HERE!

And as always my wonderful friends, go see what my Mates thought about what they reviewed…..remember – we all asked for what we wanted to review! Just click HERE.

“Disclaimer Alert”

And remember –I received Balance Math Teaches Algebra in exchange for my honest opinion and review/blog post. And nothing else …..zip, zilch, nada, and what-ever else, yadda-yadda ~smile~

My writing/work/blog post is copyright protected ©

Blessings my friends, till next time….

Today’s review is “Amazing Science”……..OMG! I love, love, love Science!…do you? Does your kids?

We at the Crew was sent a 2 DVD set Volume 1 Amazing Science. This set is from MathandScience.com. They have so much to see ….. go look around and check them out.

Here is what they say “Here at ScienceAndMath.com, we believe that Math is a tool to explore our world.  We also believe that all
people, young or old, are fascinated by Science. Our aim is to bring you the very best Science and Math
videos to tickle your curiousity and entice you to want to learn more about the world around you!”  

2 DVD set Volume 1 Amazing Science $19.99

2 DVD Set!

• 23 Experiments!
• Easy to Perform and Learn From!
• Multiple Cameras!
• Explanations of Every Concept!
• Heat, Electricity, Magnetism, Chemistry, Physics, & More!

I thought the DVD experiments we interesting and simple enough for your kids to do on their own!…..ya know I also thought it was kinda like watching magic tricks sometimes ~giggle~ Some of them where … “so cool!!!”

Please go see what the other Crew Mates thought, just click HERE for that!

“Disclaimer Alert”

And remember –I received Amazing Science in exchange for my honest opinion and review/blog post. And nothing else …..zip, zilch, nada, and what-ever else, yadda-yadda ~smile~

My writing/work/blog post is copyright protected ©

Blessings my friends, till next time….

If you have been reading my review post – then you already know -> I LOVE Classical Academic Press. (I have reviewed for them in the pasted.) Well we at the Crew was able to review their bible curriculum this time; which is called“God’s Great Covenant”. I was sent the God’s Great Covenant, New Testament One – teacher edition and student edition.

God’s Great Covenant, New Testament One :

~ Teacher edition $29.95

~ Student edition $26.95

~ Testament One Bundle $56.95 (comes w/audio book download)

Samples

GGC, New Testament One (PDF)
GGC, New Testament One, Teacher’s Edition (PDF)

Features:

• 36 weekly chapters, divided into 4 themed units
• Each chapter contains:
  • A memory page that includes a weekly memory verse, key facts chart, fulfillment of prophecy section
  • A thought-provoking “Think About It” question that encourages children to consider how to relate to God in their own lives
  • A worksheet and quiz
• Unit reviews that contain a memory verse worksheet, devotional guide, and a fun short story of life in Simon’s world

The website says “He is the Son of Man, God’s Servant, the Messiah, and the Son of God. Each of the four units in this text emphasizes one of these names of Jesus. God’s Great Covenant, New Testament 1 teaches the Gospels to students in fourth grade and up, using stories, worksheets, memory verses, devotional guides, quizzes, and a little boy named Simon. In the introductions to the text, students will also learn about the historical, cultural, and geographical setting of the New Testament. This book is a most comprehensive and heartfelt study of the Gospels, and many parents and teachers will find themselves learning along with their students.”

I thought this was a wonderful program! …… Yes it is young for my son, but we both think it is very enjoyable. The website states it is for 4^th and up but you could use it for young if you wanted. And it can be used in 5^th and 6^th grade.

Go to their website and and look around…and yes pick it up! And ya know…I have heard that a few other bloggers plan to buy the next books.

Also y’all please go see what the other Mates thought about the curriculum…click HERE!

“Disclaimer Alert”

And remember –I received God’s Great Covenant in exchange for my honest opinion and review/blog post. And nothing else …..zip, zilch, nada, and what-ever else, yadda-yadda ~smile~

My writing/work/blog post is copyright protected ©

Blessings my friends, till next time….

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Hello everyone!!

This review is on Write with World. This is a new two year, middle school writing curriculum.. We folks at the Crew were sent Year 1 to check out/review ~smile~

The website states that World exposes children to:

• reading and critical thinking that develop discernment
• contemporary subjects and professional guidance to pique interest
• flexible exercises to build confidence and skill for using today’s new media
• a thoughtful and meaningful Christian worldview

This curriculum comes with a teacher book student book, online content and a teacher forum. The books are standard stuff in in ant curriculum, but the online extras and the teacher forum are very nice extras!!…don’t you think?? ~smile~

I thought the curriculum was nice. The only big problem I had is I don’t have a subscription to the World magazine which they suggest to use often. You can you something else but I like to have what is suggested and I don’t want another magazine subscription…..know what I mean? BUT!! you may have the magazine or even want it

Here is a PDF sample

Now don’t forget y’all, go HERE and check out what the other Crew Mates had to review. REMEMBER – We didn’t receive the same item!!

“Disclaimer Alert”

And remember –I received Write with World in exchange for my honest opinion and review/blog post. And nothing else …..zip, zilch, nada, and what-ever else, yadda-yadda ~smile~

My writing/work/blog post is copyright protected ©

Blessings my friends, till next time….

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TruthQuest History

We at the Crew were able to pick what we wanted to review from this company. Thank You TruthQuest History!! It’s always so nice to pick what can work with your child or children for the review.

I was able to review “Ancient Greece”. This can be used for grades 5-12. Most homeschoolers have used or have at- least seen or heard of TruthQuest History, but for those of you who do NOT know about it I will explain….

TruthQuest History is a series of eleven volumes that serve as guides for a “real books” approach to history. Each guide is divided into chronologically-organized topical sections. Michelle Miller, the author- introduces each of these topics with background information written in a lively, informal, and conversational style.

You read a bit of background information then move to your “spine” resource. You are given many different options you can use for your “spine” – example:

~ This Country of Ours, by H.E. Marshall

~ Greenleaf’s Famous Men of Greece, by Shearers

~ Island Story, by H.E. Marshall

~ Story of the World—Volume 1, by Susan Wise Bauer

Code: GRE
Price: $24.95
PDF Price: $19.95

The website suggests…

“When beginning a topic, first read the TruthQuest Historycommentary, and then have the students read one or two living books on the topic. Ideally, the parent reads aloud the commentary so he/she is aware of the deep lessons the student is learning. Many older students, though, read the commentary themselves. As for the living books the student will read to supplement the commentary, they are a great joy! We’ve gone to great effort to highlight the best books available. The student will then either write about or discuss the ThinkWrite™ assignments as instructed in the guide, and the parent can see if the student has hit upon the key truths by checking the sample answers in the guide’s appendix. Read and talk! Read, talk, and occasionally write! Add in, as desired, notebooking, timelines, lapbooks, maps, cooking, dress-up plays, models, etc Fun! Natural fun!!”

Don’t they make it sound like fun?? Well it really can be. I enjoy History, so to me this fun. I really like this kind of curriculum. Go to their website look around, check out the different volumes they have to offer. Just click HERE.

Now don’t forget y’all, go HERE and check out what the other Crew Mates had to review. REMEMBER – We didn’t receive the same item!!

“Disclaimer Alert”

And remember –I received TruthQuest History in exchange for my honest opinion and review/blog post. And nothing else …..zip, zilch, nada, and what-ever else, yadda-yadda ~smile~

My writing/work/blog post is copyright protected ©

Blessings my friends, till next time….

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The 5 Love Languages of Children

Okay folks, I told ya I would be giving you a blog post number two from “Love Languages” well – here it is….

This is “The 5 Love Languages of Children” by Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell.

Now I have first gotta tell ya…I will be having a give away. In one week…that’s it!! I will be giving away a copy of each book. You must :

~ leave a comment  -  that’s it ~smile~

Okay, back to the book..seriously – it covered things I just never thought of!! I am so glad I read it!! I really enjoyed the book……honestly, I enjoyed all the Love Language books. And if you remember from the last post; I bought that book – I was not sent that book for review….so I am telling you the truth.

I know with some of the blog reviews a lot of the times people think if you are sent an item for “free” you will give it a good review….NO!!! That is not the case at all……..At least with me. I give an honest review…..I really liked the books. I really bought “The 5 Love Languages of Love”.

You can go check the book out HERE. And you can buy the book HERE.

And remember –I received this BOOK in exchange for my honest opinion and review/blog post. And nothing else …..zip, zilch, nada, and what-ever else, yadda-yadda ~smile~

My writing/work/blog post is copyright protected ©

Blessings my friends, till next time….

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I was able to review two books for Propeller Blogger Network. They asked me to review “A Perfect Pet for Peyton” from Moody Publishers. Today’s review is the first one……  

“This is a wonderfully imaginative children’s hardcover book by bestselling authors Gary Chapman and Rick Osborne, featuring four-color illustrations (with hidden details!) by Wilson Williams, Jr., will help children learn the importance of love.  Based on Gary’s highly successful The 5 Love Languages®, A Perfect Pet for Peyton tells an entertaining and playful story of five children who each, with the help of Mr. Chapman and the unique pets at his special emporium, discover their own personal love language. Children and parents alike will experience firsthand the power of the love languages as they cuddle up and spend precious time together reading this book over and over again.”*

*Free interactive app with in-book experience COMING SOON to the Apple App Store.

My son is not the target age market for this book… he did look it over and thought it was a sweet book. …..I have a very sweet boy! And of course I loved the book too!….Honestly….I went out and bought “The 5 Love Languages”…yes I am serious! I really did! 

Go check out the books y’all!!

You can buy the book at Amazon HERE!    $16.99 (11.55 prime members)

And as always my friends…….. remember:

I received this book ->  “A Perfect Pet for Peyton”  in exchange for my honest opinion and review/blog post; and nothing else …..zip, zilch, nada, and what-ever else, yadda-yadda  ~smile~

My writing/work/blog post is copyright protected ©

Blessings my friends, till next time….

*quote from their website