Posts by mags

OK, finally got around to ordering. This is what I got... Math Express Speed Maths Strategies 1 Challenging Word Problems for Primary Mathematics 1 Textbook for 1A & 1B (stds edition) Workbooks for 1A & 1B (stds edition) It...

Thanks ladies! I got totally sidetracked, b/c it has been so busy, so I haven't ordered anything yet, but have found everyone's comments very helpful.

Quote: Originally Posted by kgianforti We are almost done with 1a. We use the textbook for discussing the lesson then my big girl does a little in the workbook for application. I also found that Cuisenaire Rods made 1a...

Quote: Originally Posted by meetoo Is he going into 1st grade or 2nd? If he is going into first I would get 1a with work book/textbook and maybe HIG. Going into second iI think just the work books...... Thanks...

I need some help. I am going to order Primary Math 1A and 1B for my 6 yr old to work on over the summer. The problem is that since I am not able to really get my hands on the books before buying them, I am confused as to which books I...

Quote: Originally Posted by nichole My goal is to get him to work on the homework, read, do a short chore, and play outside before he is allowed to watch tv each day. I kind of welcome the activity. I'm not used to...

Just curious if any of you who send your kids to school will be doing, "after schooling" during the summer? I will be doing a few things with DS1 (going into 1st grade). Mostly focusing on math, since I feel this is his weak...

Quote: Originally Posted by atobols They do grow back and I leave the pots outside all winter. Cool! Thanks!

Not to hijack, but since we're on the topic, are these blueberry bushes supposed to grow back every yr if they are in a pot? If so, do you take the pot inside during the winter?

YES! DS2 has been acting like he has PMS or something since he turned four. He is super aggressive and whew stand back for those mood swings. I do agree with others that the best thing to do is to let them burn off energy. So, as...