Comparing Phonics Methods

Comparing Phonics Methods

Anne, you state that you use Abeka to teach reading, yet you also say that All About Spelling is your favorite spelling/phonics program.  Do you use both at the same time, or use Abeka for two years (K & 1st) than switch to AAS in 2nd grade, or maybe some other combination altogether?  Also, could AAS [Read more...]

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The Importance of Reading

The Importance of Reading

We believe that so much of what we call “Language Arts” is much easier learned in the context of actual language. Not only will your children learn all the separate components of language, but they will also see how real words operate in real-life writing. In our family, we use “real” books to reinforce much [Read more...]

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