Well, I just bit the bullet and finally ordered our basic curriculum for the fall. That's a chunk o' change out of the pocket! Ah well, I must admit a thrill of excitement as I once again browsed the books and things we will soon be receiving. I also ordered the BOB books and FUN TALES as reading supplements. I'm considering also ordering a separate Bible curriculum as well. While the basic curriculum we chose is Bible-based, I found the actual scripture memory and bible stories a little lacking for Kindergarten. However, I think I will wait and see after the curriculum arrives, and I can actually hands-on get a look at exactly what is taught. I'm also considering a supplemental math. But I'm planning to wait on that as well, until I've seen the core of the curriculum. BUT...........the big step has been taken. Yay! I've been vacillating between terror and dread when thinking about September coming quickly, but actually, while once again looking at materials, I finally found that spark of excitement and anticipation again. This should (I pray) be an adventure which I hope will be enjoyable to both Ry and I. Ry is back and forth from feeling excited about school at home and longing to go with the other kids. When it sinks in that we can accomplish in 2 hours or less what his friends are doing for 8 hours...........well, I think he'll suddenly see the benefits!! That's where I'm at with homeschooling. We just got back from a trip to Bisco Lake, Ontario, where we relaxed and rejuvenated for 10 days, so we haven't been in the books at all lately. But he shows signs that he has retained a lot of what he's learned last year, so I'm optimistic that I won't be re-teaching a whole lot. Time will tell. I'll have a better handle on things when we begin. Anyhow, just thought I'd jot a few words about the progression of our expotition!
TTFN (ta-ta for now)
Mrs. Mom
