What is a _ that the main character is using? What does a _ tree look like? We use the internet a lot to look things up, but it would be nice to have more in the guide. I really wish it had a little background info to go with some of the reading.I either use the internet or we go without and do something else. I can usually find at least a few, but it does limit how much the kids learn about that topic. If using the library doesn’t work for you, an alternative resource needs to be used (such as a used bookstore, internet, etc) or you should consider another curriculum. At times, I will go to the library and find all the books I need on hold or checked out. Although I have read reviews stating otherwise, this curriculum program REALLY needs access to the library.A part of me wanted to be honest and put this in the CONS, because as a mother this both thrills me and keeps me awake at night talking to God. I wouldn’t be surprised if there is a generation of missionaries being churned out by this curriculum. Their hearts are being filled with God’s Word and commands to go out and be witnesses. My girls are in awe of the amazing things that missionaries have done and continue to do for Christ. Bible, Bible, Bible! God’s love and Word is woven throughout.Fridays are light, so we can use those as catch up days, or field trips, or read more books or cook new recipes…. It’s not overwhelming (unless you make it so with too many library books!).I have my list, but I also find so many more tasty treats lining the shelves! Here’s a picture of the books and DVDs I found for the 2 weeks we studied China and oceans. ![]() I love this! From picture books to novels to non-fiction, I feel like a kid in a candy shop when we go to the library. Tons of living books, nature walks, arts and crafts, cooking, notebooking, worksheets… there’s weekly activities that you can tailor to connect with all learning styles (if you’re a die hard for one particular method, you may not appreciate this). Charlotte Mason, Classical, Lit Based, Unit Study… all rolled into one.Next year will be Creation to the Greeks for 4 th and 5 th. We did Adventures in US History last year for 2 nd and 3 rd, and are now doing Exploring Countries and Cultures for 3 rd and 4 th. Ability to use across multiple grades.Discuss yeast in the Bible, study bread and yeast in science, then bake some of your own bread. ![]() Everest in Geography, and then in science cover mountain eco-systems and animals. For example, India is covered in geography, then the culture is covered with the read aloud biography.
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