Thursday, December 13, 2012

Curriculum 2012 / 2013

Peaches  (7 yrs old, 1st grade)

Mathematics
Sinapore Primary Mathematics, 1B - Will start 2A when finishes
Life of Fred, Elementary Series

Language Arts
All About Spelling
Copywork that coincides with our literature, using Writing with Ease as a guide.
Modern Curriculum Press Phonics for extra practice.  We usually alternate this with spelling,    otherwise it is just too much for a young 7 year old.


Precious  (5 yrs old, Kindergarten)

Mathematics 
We are using a mix of Saxon, Spectrum, and card games to learn math skills.  She will begin Singapore Math as soon as she is ready.

Reading Instruction
Teach your Child to Read in  100 Easy Lessons /
Ordinary Parents Guide Combo

Spidey. (Almost 3)
Legos
PlayDoh
Climbing high surfaces to jump off, ect

Together
Ambleside Online Year 1:  This covers Literature, History, Nature Study, Artist Study, Poetry, hymns, Folksongs.   This is really our 'core' and keeps us very busy.
Science:  We read lots of science books in addition to our nature studies.
History: we are doing a year unit covering Native Americans, inspired by Kaya the American Girl.

Activities
Homeschool gym
Homeschool Swim
Hip Hop Dance Class
ECHO - Our homeschool meetup group
Co-OP - current classes include: gym, art, zoology
Frequent library and metro park visits.  We also frequent the Columbus Museum of Art and COSI.