Don't Panic Curriculum
So you're not panicking--really. You're just a little
nervous, that's all. And since you just pulled junior out of school
yesterday, you would feel a lot better if you had something to work with
while your not panicking. I know you how you feel.
I was the same way. So I went out and bought a couple
of workbooks to hold me over until I could figure what I really needed to
do. I know, you're wondering, "how long did it take her to figure it
out and what did she figure?"
Let's not talk about that, after all, this isn't about me.
I offer the following resources as suggestions for "not
panicking while I'm researching my options." It includes a couple of
workbooks, some internet sites, and a few suggestions for the teacher.
The grades are only a reference, use what works best for your child and
situation.
And please remember, these are only suggestions for
getting started. The only thing you may learn form them is that they
don't work for your child. But at least you won't be stuck with a
year's worth a curriculum that you won't use. Then again, it's a great
way to find out about used curriculum sales.
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Don't Panic Curriculum |
Internet Resources |
Books for the Teacher |
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First |
Comprehensive Curriculum of Basic Skills, Grade 1 
or
Daily Language Review, Grade 1
Daily Math Practice, Grade 1
or
Learn at Home, Grade 1
or
What Your First Grader Needs to Know
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www.Kinderart.com
Art activities
Scholastic.com
Lessons on a wide variety of subjects and grade levels.
CoolMath4Kids.com
On line math activities for elementary level.
Handwriting
without Tears
Easy to use handwriting system.
edHelper.com
Lots of worksheets for when you're stuck.
Ambleside Online
Free Charlotte Mason Curriculum.
Discovery School
Lots of lesson plans for all levels.
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Homeschooling: The Early Years: Your Complete Guide to Successfully Homeschooling the 3- to 8- Year-Old Child
The Reading Teacher's Book Of Lists
Great for any level, well worth the price.
Reading Rescue 1-2-3: Raise Your Child's Reading Level 2 Grades with This Easy 3-Step Program
When reading becomes a battle, this book can be a
lifesaver.
How Children Fail
A classic in education.
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Second |
Comprehensive Curriculum of Basic Skills, Grade 2
or
Daily Language Review, Grade 2
Daily Math Practice, Grade 2
or
Learn at Home, Grade 2
or
What Your Second Grader Needs to Know
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Third |
Comprehensive Curriculum of Basic Skills, Grade 3
or
Daily Language Review, Grade 3
Daily Math Practice, Grade 3
or
Learn at Home, Grade 3
or
What Your Third Grader Needs to Know
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Fourth |
Comprehensive Curriculum of Basic Skills, Grade 4
or
Daily Language Review, Grade 4
Daily Math Practice, Grade 4
or
Learn at Home, Grade 4
or
What Your Fourth Grader Needs to Know
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ArtsEdge
Explore art.
This
Day in History
Good starting point for history.
Scholastic.com
Lessons on a wide variety of subjects and grade levels.
CoolMath4Kids.com
On line math activities for elementary level.
Zoom too for
Parents and Educators
Lots of ideas for science, math, and more.
Foss Web
Lots of science without the book.
Ambleside Online
Free Charlotte Mason Curriculum.
edHelper.com
Lots of worksheets for when you're stuck. |
Homeschooling: The Middle Years: Your Complete Guide to Successfully Homeschooling the 8- to 12-Year-Old Child
The Teacher's Book of Lists
Great for any level, well worth the price.
Reading Rescue 1-2-3: Raise Your Child's Reading Level 2 Grades with This Easy 3-Step Program
When reading becomes a battle, this book can be a
lifesaver.
How Children Fail
A classic in education.
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Fifth |
Comprehensive Curriculum of Basic Skills, Grade 5
or
Daily Language Review, Grade 5
Daily Math Practice, Grade 5
or
Learn at Home, Grade 5
or
What Your Fifth Grader Needs to Know
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Sixth |
Comprehensive Curriculum of Basic Skills, Grade 6
or
Daily Language Review, Grade 6
Daily Math Practice, Grades 6+
or
Learn at Home: Grade 6
or
What Your Sixth Grader Needs to Know
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Middle School |
Usborne Book of Science
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Skill Builders Writing Grades 7-8
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Hands-On Math Projects With Real-Life Applications
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Math Smart!: Over 220 Ready-to-Use Activities to Motivate & Challenge Students, Grades 6-12
or
Mastering Essential Math Skills PRE-ALGEBRA CONCEPTS
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Summer Bridge Activities: 7th to 8th Grades
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Cobblestone Magazine
&
Muse Magazine
(these 2 magazines can cover history, geography,
science, and arts to high school--really, that's
what I used)
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Bill of Rights in Action
US History, World History, & Government
Our Documents
Milestone documents online.
Ambleside Online
Free Charlotte Mason Curriculum.
CoolMath.com
Geometry, algebra, and trig.
BrainPop
Try Free Trial. I found it worth the subscription.
NIH Curriculum
Science curriculum.
Daily Grammar
Great grammar program.
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Homeschooling: The Teen Years: Your Complete Guide to Successfully Homeschooling the 13- to 18- Year-Old
or
Homeschoolers' College Admissions Handbook: Preparing Your 12- to 18-Year-Old for a Smooth Transition
Basic Skills for Homeschooling: Reading, Writing, and Math for the Middle School Years
How Children Fail
A classic in education.
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High School |
The Teenage Liberation Handbook: How to Quit School and Get a Real Life and Education
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The Elements of Style
or
Writers Inc: A Student Handbook for Writing and Learning
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American Literature ~
Dual Credit
~ HippoCampus
High School
Courses
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Global Systems Science
(2007 Edition)
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Online American History Textbook
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Fed
Reserve Curriculum
Free Economics, Personal Finance, and Social
Studies/History
High School Hub
Resources for highschoolers.
Ambleside Online
Free Charlotte Mason Curriculum.
Bill of Rights in Action
Free US History, World History, & Government
Free University Project
(CLEP Exam
prepartaion)
Epidemiology
Free Curriculum
Our Documents
Milestone documents online.
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Homeschooling: The Teen Years: Your Complete Guide to Successfully Homeschooling the 13- to 18- Year-Old
or
Homeschoolers' College Admissions Handbook: Preparing Your 12- to 18-Year-Old for a Smooth Transition
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Homeschooler's Guide to Portfolios and Transcripts
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How Children Fail
A classic in education. |
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Catalogues to Request |
Free Stuff to Get |
San Antonio Events |
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Cobblestone
Chinaberry
Mindware
Paradigm
Curriculum
Teaching Company
Sonlight
Great Books
Foundation
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Home Education
Magazine
Free Pocket Guide
Homeschool Learning Network
Homeschooling for Success
Homeschool Portfolios
The Link
Free homeschooling newspaper
Outdoor
Kids Network Journal
Science, history, and PE |
July: SA HERO
Homeschool Roundup Conference
May:
F.E.A.S.T. Book Fair
May and December:
Scholastic Warehouse Sale
Children's Fine Art Series
Children's Symphony
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