tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post1750745311398180656..comments2024-02-29T01:33:35.477-05:00Comments on As thy Days...: Choosing a Math CurriculumAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08407636240006454920noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post-30160655579468408462023-04-23T07:21:39.078-04:002023-04-23T07:21:39.078-04:00Singapore Math Essentials is a good alternatiSingapore Math Essentials is a good alternatiFinguyhttps://thinkmoneytrader.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post-29251753057041327142014-09-11T10:48:36.435-04:002014-09-11T10:48:36.435-04:00Jessica,
I have not used Math Mammoth. When I'...Jessica,<br /><br />I have not used Math Mammoth. When I'm thinking about something new, I tend to check out Cathy Duffy's reviews, as hers are some of the best out there. She has chosen Mammoth Math as one of her "Top 101 Picks," and she has very good things to say about it. Here's her review: http://cathyduffyreviews.com/math/Math-Mammoth.htm<br /><br />Both Math-U-See and Teaching Textbooks are also among Cathy Duffy's "Top 101 Picks" so they get good reviews. I have some concerns about the rigor of these programs over the long run. (Esp. Math-U-See, which we used long ago, though only in the first edition.) Particularly for kids heading in a math, science, or engineering direction, you want to give them a strong background not just in solving problems but also in thinking mathematically. <br /><br />Here are some interesting thoughts on teaching conceptual math from The Potter's School. (We use them for several of our junior and senior high classes.) The discussion here mostly applies to older students, but maybe you'll find it interesting:<br />http://www.pottersschool.org/h?id=913474#mathAnnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08407636240006454920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post-54166928818863722792014-09-11T10:22:42.492-04:002014-09-11T10:22:42.492-04:00Hi Anne,
Do you have any familiarity with the Math...Hi Anne,<br />Do you have any familiarity with the Math Mammoth curriculum? It seems to be very popular down here in Texas (along with Math U See and Teaching Textbooks), although I decided to start my kindergartener with Singapore Math Essentials, and a checklist for what a child should know before 1st grade (includes things to master like telling time, counting coins, etc.). <br />Thank you,<br />Jessica Woods<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post-73160955457066333372014-07-31T12:40:30.229-04:002014-07-31T12:40:30.229-04:00Hi Erin,
No, I don't think the Home Educator&...Hi Erin,<br /><br />No, I don't think the Home Educator's Guides are really necessary for the first several years. By about 4th grade, they do become more helpful, as some of the problem solving strategies with SP are a bit different, and the HE Guides show worked solutions to some problems instead of answers alone. (They also have enrichment ideas for further explaining concepts.)<br /><br />I just looked at my collection, and I guess I don't own the 1st grade HEG's, so I must never have felt they were necessary. :)Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08407636240006454920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post-57773638784901800262014-07-31T02:09:48.909-04:002014-07-31T02:09:48.909-04:00Hi Anne,
I am getting ready to start my first gra...Hi Anne, <br />I am getting ready to start my first grader in Singapore Math and wondered if the Home Educator's Guide was necessary or useful, especially since the material is very basic.<br /><br />Thanks for all you have written. It has been such a help for me to sort through a much smaller selection of curricula as a newbie!<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Erin PoldermanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post-28636227052086939082014-07-31T02:06:19.044-04:002014-07-31T02:06:19.044-04:00Hi Anne,
I am getting ready to start my first grad...Hi Anne,<br />I am getting ready to start my first grader in Singapore Math and wondered if you found the Home Instructor's Guide necessary or helpful.<br />Thanks for all you have written to provide newbies like me with some wisdom in getting started!<br />Erin PoldermanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post-60531833092897966222012-02-02T21:52:38.820-05:002012-02-02T21:52:38.820-05:00Sarah - We used Math-U-See a VERY long time ago wh...Sarah - We used Math-U-See a VERY long time ago when it was in its first incarnation. It was a real help watching Mr. Demme present math concepts, and I still use some of his tips, not to mention the fraction overlays, which I pull out quite regularly.<br /><br />Thanks for taking the time to comment! I am one of the worst about "lurking" and not commenting. I even find it hard to get back and comment on my own blog! But I have been greatly enjoying your Wifely Wednesday posts on Andrew's blog! I tried to comment a few weeks ago on your Chesterton post (love that quote!), but something happened and I had to suddenly leave the computer.Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08407636240006454920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post-74473268888486934322012-01-26T21:24:48.726-05:002012-01-26T21:24:48.726-05:00We have been very happy with Math-U-See so far. I ...We have been very happy with Math-U-See so far. I love this curriculum because I am TERRIBLE at math, and it helps me teach them a subject I never learned well. In fact, I'm learning my math facts right along with my children. Sad, but true! We do have to make sure we keep up with flashcards, since it doesn't review as much as a spiral approach would. But that's easy enough to schedule in.<br /><br />By the way, Anne, I was extolling your blog to my husband the other day, and he said, "Well get on the computer and leave a comment telling her so! Don't be a lurker!" So here I am, praising you in the gates. Thanks for the time you take to bless the rest of us.SarahDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14823466561300406240noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post-23614364550039795222012-01-19T09:45:13.663-05:002012-01-19T09:45:13.663-05:00Hi Jessica,
I sent you an email, but if it went a...Hi Jessica,<br /><br />I sent you an email, but if it went awry, here's how you can reach my husband, Tim:<br />cell: 325-3768 <br />email: wegener.tim@gmail.com<br /><br />I was so thrilled to read on your blog about your new son, Joseph! His story is so beautiful and such a testimony to God's sweet mercies!Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08407636240006454920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post-63840891784828005422012-01-17T09:44:12.566-05:002012-01-17T09:44:12.566-05:00Hello Anne,
Could you please send me an email: j...Hello Anne,<br /><br />Could you please send me an email: jessica@lpfarm.org<br /><br />We are in need of a consultation from a Christian contractor and I noticed on your blog that your husband is in that field.<br /><br />Thank you,<br /><br />JessicaJessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07846813512846226432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9283473.post-28414681016404132702012-01-13T22:34:21.185-05:002012-01-13T22:34:21.185-05:00Anne....I am really enjoying your blog. I feel so ...Anne....I am really enjoying your blog. I feel so nourished after reading a post...especially on homeschool. Thank you so much for taking the time to share from this journey you are on. Hope we can get together sometime. <br /><br />Much Love - LisaLisahttp://www.4littlelovies.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.com