That is a really great way to look at it! Thanks!

How do you all get done by afternoon? We have 5 kiddos. I just can't seem to do it all in the mornings.

Has anyone had success using MFW in a loop achedule? If so, how?

Amanda

Thanks ladies! You are both so encouraging. I think I will do some lessons in the summer. Probably all oral.

Here is our schedule... Bible: all 4 children Pre-k: I work with 3 yr. old while older two play with baby...sometimes baby ends up with me. :) Reading: I take turns with my older two while others play...one of those is doing 1st grade phonics and the other is practicing reading from a CLP reader. Ma...

My daughter is starting grade 2, and I was wondering when she needs to start memorizing math facts. When do I need to start doing drills with her. Are you using Singapore? Yes we are using Singapore. We are just at the point in 1A before addition/subtraction up to 20 happens. Should I work on math ...

I found a dry erase board with primary lines on it at Walmart in the school supplies for a dollar. I write on that then they copy onto their student sheet. Very nice.

Thanks Julie. That helps some. I just need to sit down and write out a few rough drafts. We start school on Monday so I want have it figured out by then. I tried workboxes last year but didn't really like it.

Those are great ideas. Does anyone else use the whiteboard for your school schedule?

I really like the laminated chart idea too. Hmmm...now I have to decided! Lol

Regarding the moby, I found that my fourth did better if I tied it looser. Also, keep trying. Sometimes they will like it better later. Also, does your baby like the swing? Just another option. I also agree that the baby can be the lesson. Great point.

Hello all! I am new to this message board and this is my 2nd year using MFW. I have an 11 yr old, 6yr old, 4 yr old and a 2 month old. We are doing Creation to Greeks this year and my 4 yr old is doing Kindergarten. This is my first year homeschooling with an infant, and I need ANY advice I can get...

I have a friend who has passed down her Saxon 1 Teacher's Manual for me to look through. I don't have the workbook to go along with it and haven't started it yet. However, I like the structure of the layout and how it progresses. Yet I like the hands-on activities and games that MFW-1st includes. W...

Great ideas! I might using some tv this year too! Yikes!

My daughter was 4 and didn't recognize all her letters when we started MFWK. The program has really helped her with recognition and sounds. She is reading short vowel words. Just to encourage you in your decision.

Good observations.

Thanks. That really does help.

Such great ideas. Keep them coming ladies! What kinds of things do your kids do during rest time if they aren't napping?

Is he bored with all the worksheets or just certain ones? And if just certain ones then which ones?


I really think your daughter would enjoy the pre k from MFW. Not that it will keep her from interrupting but maybe a little less?

Okay, so I need advice. My 5 year old just started MFW K today! :) Last year I homeschooled her for preschool (she wanted school work like her brothers). We did Explode the Code Get Ready, Get Set and Go for the Code. She now knows all of her letters, can write them and knows the sounds the consona...

Hi - Again, for those who have had two or more kids doing Aventures - did your kids SHARE one "Fun With Magnets" kit, or did you get one for each child? Looks like my two kids (both age 8 ) will really enjoy this, so I can see the benefits of each one having their own set. Just curious what others ...

The little house books that are used in Adv. are Farmer boy and On the banks of plum creek. We are reading the two books before that this summer so they will have the background. My kids are enjoying Little House in the big woods right now. Readers...my son has liked all the Frog and Toad books, Lit...

I think it is awesome that you are all remembering that we are the teachers not the curriculum, no matter how great it is. When we come to a point in the curriculum that we don't like or fit our children, situation or family then we adjust. Great to hear all of your thoughts on this topic. I will be...

What have other families done? Purchased a book for each child or made photocopies? Has anyone tried this with a 6 yo old?? Here is what I did. I bought two books. One for 7 yr. old and one for 5 gonna be 6 yr. old. I also bought extra paint and marker cards for 3 yr. old. I didn't want to spend ti...

I used MFW 1st with my son 6 this year and used Saxon 1 for math. He tested into 1B in Singapore. I am still going to start with 1A to make sure he really gets the Singapore style before we move on. I am going to use MFW 1 math this next year with my daughter. I am just coming to really trust MFW re...

It's never too late! :) Ok ladies....I just ordered Singapore 1A and 1B even though he got 88% on 1A, the lesson plans from MFW and the flashcards. I sure hope you are all prepared to come to my rescue when I get stuck. :) I am a little nervous! :) My son is a little nervous too. The test made him t...