2012-2013 Homeschool Curriculum

I get a lot of questions about what resources I use to educate my kids. There are some great all-in-one programs out there, but I have a hodge-podge of curriculum that I've selected based on each child's learning style.

Back in November, a great book was recommended to me: 100 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum. This book walks the reader through their four main learning styles, has you determine each of your children's learning style, then your own to determine what your teaching style will be.

I went through Ryan and Kaylin's learning styles and picked books based {mostly} off the Classical teaching method.  Here's what we'll be using for this school year...

Ryan - 3rd grade

Grammar: First Language Lessons for the Well-Trained Mind, Level 1

History: Story of the World, Volume 1

Math: Math U See, Beta

P.E.: Football weekly practice/games

Science: Backyard Scientist, Series 1

Spanish: Speekee TV

Spelling: Spelling Workout, Level D

Typing: Typing Instructor

Writing: Create-A-Story Writing Adventures, Book 1

Kaylin - 1st Grade

Grammar: First Language Lessons for the Well-Trained Mind, Level 1

History: Story of the World, Volume 1

Math: Math U See, Alpha

P.E.: Tumbling class

Science: Backyard Scientist, Series 1

Spanish: Speekee TV

Spelling: Spelling Workout, Level A

Writing: Create-A-Story Writing Adventures, Book 1

Jason - Early pre-school

ABCs: Letter of the Week

Spanish: Speekee TV

Developmental activities: Slow and Steady, Get Me Ready

Lots of fun, educational toys, puzzles, crafts and games