We started using the Math-U-See program this last week, and I’ve got to say that I’m so glad we found it! It is just wonderful and the kids really like it. They are really looking forward to doing math, and love playing with the blocks. The whole concept behind the Math-U-See program is to learn it by seeing it, writing it, and building it. It’s a multisensory approach, which I think is really great. It’s so much easier to learn this way, because you get the information in so many different ways. They also have the student teach the concept back to you, to show mastery of the concept. Very good idea. Steve Demme, who created the program, teaches on the DVDs, and makes me think of math differently, too. He’s a really great teacher. I wish I could have had him in some of my classes in school. So, this has made it so much fun to do, and I think the kids will really understand the hows and whys of math.
Homeschool Convention June 25, 2008
I attended the homeschool convention last Friday and Saturday, with my friend and fellow homeschooling mom, Amy. It was way awesome! Friday they had a used curriculum sale, at which I got lots of good history and writing books for cheapy cheap! Amy got some very good stuff, too. After we did the used curriculum sale, we attended a presentation on the Constitution, by Stewart Rhodes. So amazing! I loved it! And, really that’s putting it mildly. Of course, those that know me well, know I’m very politically involved and that I’m passionate about the Constitution. So, that was really great! Then, on Saturday, we went and all the vendors were set up. Also very cool! We got our math program, Math-U-See, purchased, which was the main point in going Saturday. We were also able to see some other really great vendors, like the Atomic Testing Museum and the Las Vegas Astronomical Society, and get lots of good info, especially about more field trips and educational programs. So, all in all, I would say we had a really great experience and it was pretty fun. I’ll definitely be going back in the future! Thanks to Nevada Homeschool Network for putting it all on!
Math-U-See June 19, 2008
I’m so excited because I think I’ve found the math program that I want to use! I really thought I was going to use Saxon Math, which really looks like a good program. However, this looks even better! You’ve got to check out Math-U-See. This looks perfect. A DVD to refresh my brain (because it’s been a long time for some of this stuff), manipulatives, the textbooks look great. This really looks like it’s it. I’m hoping to be able to attend their demonstration at our homeschool convention this Saturday. I’ll report back.
