We've been using the games in CtG too and the kids enjoy them. We also purchased Rummy Roots at convention and have played it once. My son was thrilled that he knew half of the stack we used (we're almost finished with CtG). They also have More Rummy Roots and both contain Greek and Latin roots. The...

Thanks for all the (always) great insight, ladies. You sure have helped!

I have skimmed Eng. from the Roots Up and know enough to know that there are 4x6 cards involved that the student writes on. I know that there are pre-made cards available also. Has anyone used these? Are they worth it? I will have a 9 y/o and a 7 y/o. I would also be interested to know how those of ...

Kristi, It sounds like we will be in similar situations. My ds is 6 and my dd is 4. We are expecting #3 in August. We have very much enjoyed our K year and I cannot wait to go to our convention this weekend! My tentative plan is to take a break when we finish K (we're at the end of J-j-Jewel), then ...

If you decide to get encyclopedias, I would check with your library. Our library's main branch had 3 sets of recent encyclopedias (~2001-2003) for sale for $18 per set! They looked brand new. You'd probably have to call your library if they don't have a used book store.