Thinking ahead to next year

[Quiver0f10]

I am rethinking my 8 yo's plans for next year. I was planning on BJU homesat for grammar and math, but I don't know if that is a good idea now. What is a good, gentle grammar book for him? I am thinking he could benefit from a manipulative based math, so I was thinkign MUS? Or?

I did purchase Barton's and will use that and a handwriting program, probably HWT. Not sure if I will add in anything else or not.

For science and history I think we are going to just read some good books and have fun. Nice and low key.

[Claire]

Shurley Grammar was really easy for us because it is primarily oral. It helped my dd establish a sound foundation for later grammar programs.

MUS and RightStart are both good manipulative-based math programs. If your son likes a workbook approach, Moving With Math (http://www.movingwithmath.com/based/multigrade.htm) is very good and also contains manipulatives for illustrating concepts.

DVDs are great for science and history too.

[Stacy in NJ]

I recently saw a BJU home stat english class for grade 4. I thought it was really well done. Even in light of your son's probable medical condition, I think you could go ahead with the programs you had already planned. I think the BJU stuff is engaging and gentle. He might like it.

I saw your post regarding his seizure. That must have been really scarry. I hope he's feeling better today. Take care.

[Quiver0f10]

Thank you both. I have the BJU Teacher books and need to go through them so I can decide. I think it would work if I taught him verses using homesat and just use the sat with my other kids, which will free time up for my 8 yo.

[Stacy in NJ]

:)