Chalkdust Prealgebra question

[godpoetry]

I want to buy Chalkdust prealgebra, but do I buy the traditional or the value pack. Which ones have you bought and why?

[Michelle in GA]

I am using the traditonal package. I am not sure what the value package consists of, but the traditional set includes the textbook, solutions manuel, and DVD's. It is a great math program.

[Beth in SW WA]

I am using the traditonal package. I am not sure what the value package consists of, but the traditional set includes the textbook, solutions manuel, and DVD's. It is a great math program.

Yes, what she said. :)

This is an excerpt of mine from a prior post:

After TT 7 (6th grade general math) we opted for CD PreAlg because it closely resembles the math that our local private schools are doing (mainly Prentice Hall) as well as elite private schools nationwide. I needed the dvd component and just fell in love w/ Prof. Mosely in the demo.

I don't think you could stick in the dvd and have your dc watch it and expect NOT to be involved w/ supplemental teaching by mom or dad. I am watching the dvd's w/ my son so I can help him if needed.

The complete solutions manual is fantastic. The book is thorough. I expect that same situation w/ the Larson text for Alg 1.

[Hoggirl]

if the value pack has a BOOK-form of the solutions manual???? I am not sure of this, however. Personally, I like a book that I can flip open as opposed to having to stick a CD into a computer. We had the traditional pack, and I think it is a terrific program, BTW. I would e-mail them and ask them the specific differences. Or call them. They are always EXTREMELY helpful.

[godpoetry]

Thank you for your replies. I think I will call the company and talk to them.