Anyone heard of or used Hands on Equations? (crosspost)

[siloam]

Here (http://www.borenson.com/tabid/839/Default.aspx) is the webiste. I have visual spacial learners, so this has me very interested. Obviously it won't cover all of High School math, but it looks like it gives a solid foundation in how to think through it.

Heather

[Kareni]

There have been some favorable reviews of this on the Yahoo group Homeschooling Creatively (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homeschoolingcreatively) which is a group that focuses on homeschooling right-brained or creative learners. I don't feel comfortable re-posting the conversations here, so you may wish to consider joining the group.

Regards,
Kareni

[Kathy in Richmond]

Yes, we used it with both kids in late elementary school. It's a great way to prepare for algebra. Btw, I would classify my dd as a strong visual-spatial learner, but it worked well for both kids.

I liked how the author emphasizes correct mathematical reasoning for each step in solving an algebraic equation. This is great preparation for a more formal course down the line.

~Kathy

[Cindyg]

Yes, we finished the entire program, and loved it. We've discussed it often on this site. Search on the title.

It's a great program.

[Tokyomarie]

I used the entire Hands On Equations program with my visual spatial learner when she was struggling with beginning algebra. It helped her to understand the concept of keeping equations balanced. It was a great investment for our household.