Delaying Formal Math, Continued

by | Mar 17, 2006 | Math

I have two boys, ages 8 and 6 1/2. Last year we used Saxon 1, the year before we used Math-U-See, and the year before that we used A Beka math. Some time ago I read your statement regarding not doing formal math with children before they were 10 years old. Based on my...

Training Parents?

by | Mar 16, 2006 | Homeschooling

We are just beginning homeschooling. I downloaded your article on What to Do With Children Under 10 Years. I have read some of it with my husband and we have discussed it as well. He sees the hurdle in front of us as — ourselves. Neither one of us has been...

Specific Suggestions for Learning Greek

by | Mar 16, 2006 | Greek

Here are some specific suggestions for learning Greek: For an 8 year old, take one letter per week (more or less, depending on the child — less time for older or more advanced children). When you get through the alphabet then start over again. The goal is to...

If Only One Language

by | Mar 16, 2006 | Greek

One element that sets you apart from other classical home educators is your emphasis on teaching Greek as opposed to Latin. Why is that important? D.W. We believe both Greek and Latin are important, but if a family has time for only one language, we suggest choosing...