Homeschooling Approaches and Curriculum Choices

Christine shares her homeschooling curriculum for the 2024 school year, focusing on second grade. She discusses the math curriculum, which continues with 'Math with Confidence,' and the language arts curriculum, which has switched to 'A Beka' for a stronger phonics foundation. Spelling and handwriting are also covered, with a focus on traditional methods. Literature is approached with flexibility, and group subjects like history and science are done as a family. Christine emphasizes adapting materials to fit her children's needs and ensuring a strong educational foundation.

What is the main focus of Christine's homeschooling approach?

• Strict adherence to grade levels

• Flexible learning based on children's levels

• Using only traditional textbooks

• Following a rigid schedule

How many years has Christine been homeschooling her children?

• Five years

• Two years

• Four years

• Three years

What math curriculum is being used for the second grade?

• Math with Confidence

• Math for Beginners

• Math Explorers

• Advanced Math

Why does Christine prefer the 'Math with Confidence' curriculum?

• It is the cheapest option available

• It includes online interactive sessions

• It can be printed at home and reused

• It's available in multiple languages

What change was made to the language arts curriculum?

• Switch to a Becca for better phonics foundation

• Focus on creative writing

• Use of more digital resources

• Switch to online language arts classes

How does Christine feel about the a Becca language arts curriculum?

• It provides a strong foundation in phonics

• It's too repetitive and not effective

• It's not suitable for her teaching style

• It's too advanced for her children

What is the main characteristic of the a Becca curriculum according to Christine?

• Very flexible

• Incredibly repetitive

• Highly interactive

• Extremely challenging

Which curriculum is used for spelling?

• The Good and the Beautiful

• Sunlight

• a Becca

• Math with Confidence

What is the child's favorite subject according to Christine?

• Math

• Science

• Handwriting

• History

What level is the child starting in handwriting?

• Level 4

• Level 3

• Level 2

• Level 1