My books from Book Depository arrived yesterday. We were able to work on some grammar lessons using First Language Lessons Vol 1. I have heard good reviews about this book (and the series) so I’m giving it a try. The tools used in the book are memory work, copywork, narration and grammar (leading to a Charlotte Mason’s principles). I observed the A LOT of repetitions though. But that’s fine with me. I have nothing against that technique worked for me, especially with mathematics. In case its too much for my son to handle I’ll just skip some pages LOL.
For our history, I got The Story of the World Vol 1. I love world history and I can’t wait to use this with Mavi. I bought a hardcopy of the book but purchased a PDF version of the activity book so I can reuse it with Vito.
Will update more on this as we progress. Happy Wednesday!
Hi!! I am in love with your blog! I have a question about The Story of the World. Is it secular? I am looking for a secular history curriculum to follow with my six year old son. I'm wondering if it would be a good fit for us. Currently, I am using a variety of non-fiction books and activities that I usually find online or from my own years as an educator. I can't wait to hear more about The Story of the World. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Shannon! Thank you for the kind words! I can't say it is entirely secular as we're only on the 3rd chapter. But as I skimmed through the book, there are stories that references to the ones in the Bible. Only a few. So my advice is you can skip the stories that refers to the Bible as I believe that you can skip it without affecting the core of the lessons. I read that these Bible references are only in the Vol 1. The rest of the volumes are non-secular already. You can read this review to know more about the book: http://cathyduffyreviews.com/history-geography/story-of-the-world.htm
DeleteThanks! And goodluck in choosing!