I just finished one of the most honest books I’ve ever read. It’s so honest in fact that I couldn’t stop reading. It’s like the author was speaking words I couldn’t say. Not even to myself, afraid I would be struck down dead or I would hate myself for my thoughts. I just read and read. Like I was breathing in and out every word. The book was Blue Like Jazz. The author was Don Miller. If you’re going to take the time to read the book, listen to it ... continue reading...
My two cents on shopping…
Holy cow, it’s almost Christmas! Thank goodness I have my shopping done. Well, okay – so maybe I have one or two presents left to get. But it’s basically done. I did all my shopping online this year. Everything shipped directly to the house except a few things I had shipped to Wal-Mart to avoid shipping charges. Really, if all I have to do is walk to the back of the store and pick up a big cardboard box, going to Wal-Mart isn’t the usual nerve-shredding ... continue reading...
All About Spelling…
All About Spelling is a multisensory program that teaches phonograms based on the Orton-Gillingham Method. A mastery-based, go at your own pace program, AAS teaches 72 basic phonograms using manipulatives such as simple letter tiles to engage the student as you lead them through the scripted lesson plans. AAS sent me Levels 1 & 2 along with the Starter kit (which contains the letter tiles, magnets and phonogram cd-rom). Level 1 ($29.95) teaches ... continue reading...
Exploramania’s GyMathics…
Product Name: Exploracise GyMathics DVD Company: Exploramania Price: $24.95 Product Description: GyMathics is a 30-minute dvd featuring a complete exercise workout that also teaches math concepts at a target age group of 2nd – 5th graders. The workout includes a warm-up with shape stretches, counting calisthenics, pattern power (for strength training) and a well-being wind down. To see a list of the math facts covered in this dvd, visit the Exploramania ... continue reading...
AVKO… uh, sorry. NO! A review…
AVKO is a non-profit, 501(C)3 membership organization that focuses on the development and production of materials and especially techniques to teach reading and spelling, handwriting (manuscript and cursive), and keyboarding. AVKO is dedicated to the teaching everyone how to read and spell, regardless of their mild to moderate learning disabilities, dyslexia, poverty, or opportunity. (from AVKO’s website, the About Us page) Sometimes product reviews aren’t always pleasant. Here ... continue reading...
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