tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.comments2023-05-28T00:33:16.375-07:00Bunches O' BoysBethanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026632623397168840noreply@blogger.comBlogger370125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-86579535410617428502015-06-11T04:52:12.914-07:002015-06-11T04:52:12.914-07:00Thank you, I haven't heard the grading concept...Thank you, I haven't heard the grading concept explained in the way that you explained it. Inspiring! Thank you again!Granolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01559455887094895415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-70110716177789968902015-06-10T19:35:11.700-07:002015-06-10T19:35:11.700-07:00Granola - I have really liked Easy Peasy as a base...Granola - I have really liked Easy Peasy as a base so far. I plan to continue using it next year. I feel that it really does simplify homeschooling. :) <br />I don't give grades yet. I watched a seminar on homeschooling once that made a really good point. They expect "A" work out of their children. They want them to master subjects, not just get through them as fast as they can. Therefore, the grades will always be A's, because if I see him not grasping a concept that well then we will re-do it. This makes it much easier for recordkeeping as well. Occasionally there will be quizzes and tests, but if there is a low score on a quiz then I just have him re-do the chapter and try the test again. Life of Fred has several "tries" for tests in their book. If you miss more then two on a test, then it's suggested that the child go back and brush up on concepts they still aren't getting. Then there is a "second try" test to take and so on. I believe it goes to four or five tries per every 4-5 chapters. <br />Since my son isn't in high school yet, grades aren't as big of an issue (for our state - you may want to check your own state guidelines). Once he starts 9th grade, then I'll be keeping track of grades better. Again, though, I plan on keeping the "all A's" policy by ensuring that he masters subjects and does his very best. Bethanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02026632623397168840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-51485827707551545542015-06-10T16:01:14.026-07:002015-06-10T16:01:14.026-07:00I was going to ask the same question the above com...I was going to ask the same question the above commenter asked. :) Your reply was helpful, thank you! I'm looking for a way to simplify our homeschooling and All-in-One seems like a great option. It's fun to hear that you use Life of Fred. I'm really intrigued by it but just haven't taken the jump to it yet. We're currently using Teaching Textbooks. <br /><br />If you have time, I have a question for you. With the work being independent, how do you get a feel for what kind of grade to give them? Or maybe you don't grade yet . . .? I haven't in the past but now that high school is in sight I'd like to start "practicing".<br /><br />Thank you!Granolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01559455887094895415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-75551274173526711222015-03-31T09:15:36.128-07:002015-03-31T09:15:36.128-07:00Yes we are Lee! I really like it. It really is eas...Yes we are Lee! I really like it. It really is easy and allows for more time for exploring other interests, taking "field trips", and life skill learning (aka helping mom haha!) Yet, its a thorough curriculum. Another big positive for me about this curriculum is that it has a HUGE support system on facebook with several different facebook groups. Really the screen time isn't all that much. We get finished in about 2 hours. However, the creator of Easy Peasy has now made books and workbooks for the readers. So that could cut down on some time by having actual books to read from rather then reading on screen. The math I do separate for now. I like Life of Fred, so that's what we're using. I'm thinking of adding an extra writing program too because my son could use some extra intensive help with writing. :) Bethanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02026632623397168840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-34816020465707998852015-03-31T05:45:32.491-07:002015-03-31T05:45:32.491-07:00Are you still using Easy Peasy? I've looked at...Are you still using Easy Peasy? I've looked at it a couple times. Never at the beginning of a school year though. And I don't want more screen time for my boys... But I keep looking at it!<br />~Lee Leehttp://pocketmousepublishing.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-84691008640897739392014-07-01T12:15:33.181-07:002014-07-01T12:15:33.181-07:00Very nicely and open-mindedly written!
I'm a r...Very nicely and open-mindedly written!<br />I'm a retired ADHD Specialist. Your question is very common and a very good one.<br />Here's the problem: The vast majority of parents who suspect their child might have ADHD end up going first to their pediatrician or primary care doctor. Some may go to a mental health professional. Primary care physicians are the least knowledgeable about ADHD diagnosis and treatment. Mental health professionals not specifically trained in ADHD diagnosis/treatment aren't much better.<br />What you describe going through in the process of getting your children evaluated is, unfortunately, fairly typical. ADHD is a very complex disorder with many variations and many look-alike disorders.<br />Just to support my point: A study by the American Academy of Pediatricians in 2013 found that 92% of physicians who were the first to see most potential ADHD patients did NOT follow accepted guidelines for diagnosis and treatment. Now, think about the potential consequences of that!<br />Find a reputable ADHD Specialist. AddBoyMikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04555567989914478662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-20298210164457203932014-06-29T20:09:55.002-07:002014-06-29T20:09:55.002-07:00One of the things we learned in foster care traini...One of the things we learned in foster care training was that children who have a hard time focusing (for any reason, but I think we were learning about Fetal Alcohol Affect) can focus a LOT better when their hands are kept busy during the lessons. They suggested playdoh manipulation, squeezing stress balls, or other similar activities. Simply, Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00854897981549718681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-1365333014011265452014-03-31T10:27:40.318-07:002014-03-31T10:27:40.318-07:00My brother and his wife have 3 boys and they do a ...My brother and his wife have 3 boys and they do a family closet for them. Everything is hung and stored by size, which makes it easy for the youngest and middle boy to move up through the sizes as they get bigger, new clothes to be added, and the smaller sizes getting donated. Folded clothes are stored the same way. The kids love the idea, though, at first they were concerned there would be fighting, but 2 years later, everyone is still happy! >>Marla Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-40296468351973663292013-12-31T13:14:52.115-08:002013-12-31T13:14:52.115-08:00Just now seeing this; I don't log in enough! ;...Just now seeing this; I don't log in enough! ;)<br /><br />But CONGRATS!!!<br /><br />PS- I think big families are beautiful.CrazyMomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09387554825693049433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-5344687155193041332013-01-20T20:27:21.781-08:002013-01-20T20:27:21.781-08:00I love that idea of the pig! I need something lik...I love that idea of the pig! I need something like that to get the kids to pick up their towel off the floor.VanderSluis Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09297272857807395821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-78976892644806346042012-05-08T04:34:54.916-07:002012-05-08T04:34:54.916-07:00You can do anything! (And you're doing better ...You can do anything! (And you're doing better than me at actually posting!)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13662368527135723925noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-56310711441626218612012-03-04T11:32:11.405-08:002012-03-04T11:32:11.405-08:00Love the new blog! boy have they grown! And I have...Love the new blog! boy have they grown! And I have baldie babies too!Blessed little homesteadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17567436742546782175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-60564527311388552392012-01-13T18:46:01.589-08:002012-01-13T18:46:01.589-08:00This is absolutely amazing and I am so happy for y...This is absolutely amazing and I am so happy for you. You have a beautiful family and are such a good mother. That you managed home school at all is something to be proud of and a huge accomplishment. It shows your devotion to your children. And public schools will be good for them too. We survived it!Memoryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02651994551258549320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-18714992285749282532012-01-05T08:02:15.157-08:002012-01-05T08:02:15.157-08:00Congratulations, Bethany. She looks just darling! ...Congratulations, Bethany. She looks just darling! Soooo glad she is healthy. :)SarahAnnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05924559913594562136noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-89034238755816325742012-01-04T17:38:38.369-08:002012-01-04T17:38:38.369-08:00Congrats~ She is beautiful! Hope you uys get to br...Congrats~ She is beautiful! Hope you uys get to bring her home at the end of the week. <3CrazyMomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09387554825693049433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-49200877068685156802012-01-04T08:03:18.178-08:002012-01-04T08:03:18.178-08:00Congratulations! She is precious!Congratulations! She is precious!Sorensenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00141377884796397153noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-6189856161729673222012-01-03T20:06:36.690-08:002012-01-03T20:06:36.690-08:00Congratulations on your precious little princess! ...Congratulations on your precious little princess! She is so sweet and I'm sure her brothers are going to be so thrilled to meet her. <br />She is doing so well for 6 weeks early, and you did a fantastic job of bringing her safely into the world. Well done!mamamiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12544290867067647720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-91345741583734993092012-01-03T19:26:11.997-08:002012-01-03T19:26:11.997-08:00Such a blessing <3Such a blessing <3Blessed little homesteadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17567436742546782175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-89981193615205213632011-12-31T05:33:42.942-08:002011-12-31T05:33:42.942-08:00I hope you got some sleep. So excited to see your ...I hope you got some sleep. So excited to see your little girl.. Going to have to rename the blog :o)Blessed little homesteadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17567436742546782175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-27506416128412993232011-12-27T07:08:49.694-08:002011-12-27T07:08:49.694-08:00Thinking of you and your familyThinking of you and your familyBlessed little homesteadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17567436742546782175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-75311192984069600962011-12-14T07:08:34.541-08:002011-12-14T07:08:34.541-08:00So sorry you are having trouble Bethany. Hope ever...So sorry you are having trouble Bethany. Hope everything works out. Praying for you and your baby girl.<br />Patty (boobean2) spirited kids board.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-82869237553806182962011-11-27T09:29:19.682-08:002011-11-27T09:29:19.682-08:00Oh my goodness! It's been a while since I mana...Oh my goodness! It's been a while since I managed to read your blog so I'm rather late in congratulating you on baby #6 and the added adventure in girl parenting ;)<br /><br />We're on baby #5(due in May)after a 7 year gap so I wonder if we'll both be getting princesses...Kris(moo on IV)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-89700967610093949372011-10-28T11:09:46.518-07:002011-10-28T11:09:46.518-07:00I agree.. Its very hard!! Most of mine were over a...I agree.. Its very hard!! Most of mine were over a week.. My last one was 3 weeks before he got a name!! <br /><br />We do try to make the middle names a family name, or one that means something personal.. on my about me page on my blog I put the stories of our names.... but I am not sure Lucas is on thereBlessed little homesteadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17567436742546782175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-21774777916170850102011-10-28T11:06:29.364-07:002011-10-28T11:06:29.364-07:00I Love Fall photos too.. great shots.. the pumpkin...I Love Fall photos too.. great shots.. the pumpkins look great! We use to carve pumpkins every year.. then we didn't the last few.. hmm.. I need to get some pumpkins!Blessed little homesteadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17567436742546782175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3714904969097709257.post-4817264977324633862011-10-19T16:14:38.449-07:002011-10-19T16:14:38.449-07:00What about naming her after yourself? You have a r...What about naming her after yourself? You have a really classy name, and you do already have a Billy too. Just a thought. :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13662368527135723925noreply@blogger.com