K-6 Homeschool Teachers' Pack
There are some resources that I turn to over and over in my homeschool. They are so basic and essential that I can't teach without them, as evidenced by the fact that I ended up buying multiple copies over the years, as I wore them out (or misplaced them). Buy this pack, put them on your "teacher's shelf" or in your bin, and use them everyday to help you homeschool!
The 21 Rules of This House
The first lessons in homeschool are about getting along with others, not bugging them, and obeying your teacher, right? Here's the perfect book to get you going on those important lessons!
Each rule is presented in a full-page cartoon picture for young children to color as you teach each rule. Easy teaching instructions are included too. Each rule in this book is also included as a tear-out poster so you can study and master them one by one. We put ours in a binder in plastic page protectors as we learned them, then we can easily review them often. Some of the rules are "We obey our Lord Jesus Christ," "We tell the truth," "When we make a mess, we clean it up," and "We do not create unnecessary work for others" (I like that one!). The book ends with a master list of the 21 Rules ready to post as a good reminder. . . . more.
Honey for a Child's Heart
"Read me a story!" Read-aloud time can be such a powerful force for good in the family! Children don't stumble onto excellent reading by themselves; they need the guidance of an experienced parent. My dilemma has always been how to weed out the few excellent pieces of literature from the pile of questionable stuff in the huge public library or bookstores. Honey for a Child's Heart struck a chord in me, as I read Christian author Gladys Hunt's explanation of the purpose of good reading: to uplift and inspire mankind to higher living. Chapters include what makes a good book, fantasy and realism, poetry, scripture reading and more. Includes an excellent indexed and updated 85 page list of the best children's favorites—that alone makes this book well worth its price. I highly recommend this motivating book! Paperback, 224 pages, black and white illustrations from favorite children's books.
Poems for Memorization
I've been looking for a book like this for a long time! Divided into grade levels, from first to tenth grade, there are over 200 poems especially for Christian children to enjoy and memorize. The poems for younger grades are in larger print, making them easier to read. Poetry themes include nature, good character, and faith in God.
The Ultimate Homeschool Physical Education Game Book
Here is the most complete family physical education game resource available, packed with exciting games that can be played in a backyard-sized setting with only 2 to 4 participants—perfect for the homeschool family! Each game is illustrated and presented in simple "recipe" style so you know just what equipment, age of players, objective of the game, and how to play. Includes games using basketball, football, soccer, softball, racquet and net, playground games, fitness-building games, jump rope, bowling at home, and much more—nearly 200 in all! Paperback, 190 pages, for all ages.
Typing Instructor Deluxe
We live in an age when being able to use a computer keyboard is a necessity. I like to teach my children to type while still quite young. It gives them the freedom of being able to get their thoughts down on paper long before they have the fine muscle coordination to tirelessly handwrite out a story or journal entry. Besides, they can do it! Typing Instructor is unsurpassed for teaching quality, and the format is plenty of fun. After the lesson, you can choose from 60 music selections (or silence) to type along with, and the typing practice can be chosen from hundreds of interesting magazine-type articles on all subjects. There are fun arcade games to prove your efficiency at every level. We've tried lots of programs, but this rates #1 with us!
Math-it
Ta-dah! Here is the BEST thing ever invented for learning math facts! Instead of teaching your child to memorize math facts, teach him how to figure them out and he will never "forget"! For example: learning the "9 times" is easy when you realize that every answer is two digits that add up to 9: 4 x 9 = 36. The digits 3 + 6 = 9. The first digit of the answer (3) is easy to figure out because it is just a count back one (from 4 to 3). Games include Add-it, Double-it, Half-it and Times-it, plus a teacher-friendly, illustrated manual. I don't know how any teacher gets along without it. (Take my advice and laminate the game boards and cards before you wear them out like I did.) Highly recommended!
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