I grew up near Aberdeen and I don't think it is what you're looking for. The economy is indeed depressed and while there are pockets of others, the prevailing mindset is rather conservative.
- We'd like to be...
One more thing with Calvert's math -- their approach is where they'll briefly visit a topic, hop to something else, and a week or two later come back to the first thing; some people prefer math programs that present one thing at a time...
I tried Calvert with my older son (3rd grade materials) for a few months this school year as a first-time delving into packaged curriculum for us; it was free with enrollment in a local online school.
My opinions --
Pros:...
Yes, SAD is very real. Light boxes help a ton; make sure yours is 10,000 lux or higher -- this measurement isn't listed on all of them, but it is the only guideline I've read in multiple sources, and the one my doctor mentioned. ...
A friend of mine in Edmonds had them at her house a week ago and some mutual friends got exposed.... if THEY get them I'll bring MY kids to the pox, and then I'll come back here and let you know if we're available to share! (got...
Hi there! I don't actually live in the Harbor anymore but your post looked lonely here so I had to respond. I grew up in Montesano and my parents still live there. I have a friend with a farm in Elma who homeschools her 3...
I am seeking either or both of the above for some friends with a newborn. Baby has some feeding issues and seems to have colic, and these first-time parents could really use some help.
My six-year-old is Spirited and I'm not completely sure about his 3-year-old brother, mainly because....
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I sometimes fear that my child #2 is getting the short end of the stick...
