Till Next Time,
Monique
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Sunday, July 11, 2021
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Review~ 12- Month Subscription from CTCMath
Disclaimer~ I received a COMPLEMNTARY copy of this product through the HOMESCHOOL REVIEW CREW in exchange for my honest review. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way.
Over the years during our homeschooling journey, we have tried a variety of math curriculums trying to find just the right one. One thing I have learned in my 15 years of homeschooling is that it is essential to find the right curriculum for each student. No two learn alike. We were recently asked to review the 12-Month Subscription from CTCMath. We are thrilled to share with what we have learned about this Online Math Curriculum.
CTCMath is an online math program created by Pat Murray. His interest in math spans more than thirty-one years. As a homeschooling father of 10 children (5 girls and 5 boys), he knew there was a need to create a math program that was different from anything else out there. He wanted to create a math program that was geared to different learning styles and more importantly not boring for the students. One of his biggest complaints about education today is when teachers take too long to explain something. Michael would agree with him on this point. The desire to create a better math curriculum led him to create a program that had short, interactive lessons that appealed to a wide variety of learning styles. CTCMath is geared for students in grades Kindergarten through 12th. They even offer Calculus. The program is currently used by more than 200,00 students!
How Does CTCMath Work?
CTCMath is an online math program. After purchasing a 12-month subscription, parents will set up accounts for each of their students. Students will then be able to log into their individual accounts to complete the daily lessons. Each student will have his or her own username and password. They can log in on their computers, phones, or tablets. The student dashboard allows students to see their assignments, assigned tasks, tests, and speed drills that will help with math memorization! Students will be able to catch up to their grade level, stay on target with their math, or move ahead if they are ready. The program moves at the students own pace allowing them to master the skills they are learning.
The lessons are presented in short 4 to 9 minute video lectures for the students to watch. They can also read the lecture in note form.
They can download them in a pdf form and print them out for future reference.
After watching the video lecture, students will then work through the assigned problems. The problems are interactive and online. Worksheets can be printed out for further practice and reference.
For Algebra 1 and Geometry, the questions have been multiple choice or fill-in-the-blank. Michael preferred the fill-in-the-blank. He would usually gets 10 to 12 questions to answer with each lesson. Michael did need a separate notebook to use as scrap paper to work through the math problems. He would complete the work in the notebook and then type in the answer on the computer.
While the students work through the program, they'll be able to track their progress and see exactly how they are doing.
CTCMath offers a full online math curriculum. Students can work through a wide variety of courses.
Kindergarten
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Basic Math and Pre-Algebra
Elementary Measurement
Elementary Geometry
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
After the students complete the sections they are working on, they receive certificates of work progress.
~Platinum~
A perfect score of 100%
~Gold~
Average grade of 95% or higher
~Silver~
Average grade of 85-94%
The grade is based on the average of each lesson. Students are able to repeat a lesson if they do poorly on a lesson. The program doesn't just give the student a 100% then. It takes the average of the grades and calculates the students grade. The only way to achieve a 100% is to score it on the first attempt of the lesson. Students must achieve an 85% or higher on a lesson to move on.
These awards can be printed out for school records or if the student wants to display them. This is a great incentive for younger students. I found my high schoolers was not all that interested in me printing it out. I wasn't overly shocked by his choice.
Parents have their own separate log in to track their students. This area is called the Parent's Dashboard. Here parents can see what lessons their students have completed, how they have scored on the lesson, and see detailed reports on how they did on each question. Parents can also schedule lesson for students to complete for the week. I didn't use this section, since I already use a different online planner. I added my children's lessons into that planner.
~My Thoughts~
CTCMath is a great alternative to the standard math textbook programs many homeschoolers use. It's a wonderful program for independent learners. It was easy to log in and see where your student was tracking with this program. The lessons are short and well explained. I love how the students can work from one grade level into the next level without having to purchase another program. I did have a few issues I have with the program. I felt that there wasn't enough online practice problems for the kids that may not understand a particular topic and there wasn't enough feedback on the problems that were incorrectly answered. An in-depth explanation would help a student understand something they may not be grasping. At least, that is how I feel. I also feel the program may not be suitable for a student that struggles in math.
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Till Next Time,
Monique
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Happy Homemaker Monday~ July 5, 2021 (It's actually Tuesday)
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Good Morning, dear friends. I am a day late in getting this post up. Hubby was off yesterday because of the 4ht of July holiday, so I didn't get a chance to get this post up.
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. The kids went to a 4th of July party with a friend and had a great time. Hubby and I didn't do a thing. Sad, but true. I actually worked on lesson plans! Hubby did make some pulled pork for the holiday, so dinner was simple. Pulled pork, mac n' cheese, watermelon, and a gluten free lemon cake. It was delicious.
Let's get on with Happy Homemaker Monday with Sandra! I just read that poor Marley (their sweet dog) is still sick and could use our prayers. So please pray for Marley and the family.
Stop in and visit Diary of a Stay at Home Mom and maybe leave a few words of encouragement.
The weather~
It'll be hot one this week! Of course with the heat comes afternoon thunderstorms.
Monday~ Sunny, 91*
Tuesday~ Sunny, 94*
Wednesday~ Sunny, 91*
Thursday~ Scattered Thunderstorms, 83*
Friday~ Partly Cloudy, 86*
Saturday~ Partly Cloudy, 86*
Sunday~ Scattered Thunderstorms, 82*
The cicadas are gone, but now we have a awful amount of flies! They are rather annoying. I have no clue where they have come from, but there are way too many.
On my reading pile~
Still working on this one. It's not a favorite, but I'm hoping it gets better. I hate giving up on a book.
Intrigued by Beatrice Small
It's one of the books off of my bookshelf. My goal this summer is to read books off my shelves that I haven't gotten too. I love buying books to read, but then add them to the shelves and forget about them, because I keep checking out books from the library.
On my TV~
Criminal Mind
Outlander
What's on the menu for the week~
I honestly have no clue. The kids have been gone for two weeks for dinner, so I need to see what they would like to eat.
Monday~ Pulled pork, mac n' cheese, fruit
Tuesday~ Tacos
Wednesday~ Honey Mustard chicken, green beans, and roasted potatoes
Thursday~ Burgers, fries, and corn on the cob
Friday~ Pizza
Saturday~
Sunday~
A little buck came for a morning visit
On my to do list~
Finish lesson plans for history and English
Complete end of the year testing (this snuck up on me)
Book a few parties for Scentsy and Tupperware...want to host a party and earn free goodies? Just send me an email.
Sell the kid's old school books
Head to the library and return over due book (ugh)
Plan out social media for my businesses
Start working on my placemats
Work on a few homeschool reviews
Complete two book reviews
Dentist appointments for the kids and I
Sit out in the sun
What am I sewing, crafting, or crocheting~
.HAHA...I still have begun either of these projects.... I have two projects to get started on. The last few weeks have been crazy so I'm hoping to get to them this week.....
I printed out a few quilting patterns for placemats, so I thought I give them a try.
I have some Christmas tree skirts that I need to start on and I need to make a few throw pillows to match my new comforter.
I really need to clean off my sewing table and organize that room. It seems to be the catch all room. If family members have no idea where to put it or just don't feel like putting it away properly, it ends up there on my table. I just found a small cooler on it from a fishing trip. Yuck!
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From the camera~
Sound asleep on his back
Looking around the house~
Vacuum and Mop the Floors...the animals will not stop shedding
Laundry
Change the sheets
Weed the garden and flower beds
Clean the bathroom
Finish painting the trim in the kitchen
Dust the living room and my bedroom
Something fun to share~
Something new with my business~
This is the cutest warmer ever! It would look so cute in a nursery!
Check out July's Warmer of the Month and Scent from Scentsy.
Find out more about this adorable warmer, Monique's Scentsy. It's on sale this month too!
On my prayer list~
Our country and leaders
A friend as she gets closer to the due date of her first child
A young girl struggling with life
My great aunts that they keep getting stronger and healthier
My niece and nephew as they prepare to head off to college
Everyone traveling this summer season
Bible verse, saint quote, or devotional~
Source~Lessonslearnedinlife.com
Till Next Time,
Monique
Sunday, July 4, 2021
Monday, June 21, 2021
Happy Homemaker Monday~ June 21, 2021
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Good Morning, dear friends! I logged in to write up this post and realized that I haven't joined in on Happy Homemaker Monday since May. How have the days gotten away from me so much. The days and weeks are flying by. I can't believe that it's almost the end of June already. It's been a crazy month here.
The kids finished up school, we completed the work on my father-in-law's house, and the state shooting match was held for this year,. Michael will receive quite a few medals. A few first, a few second place, and a few third place. He medaled in all the events he shot in. Therese just missed third place for her event, but her team did earn a medal.. Now we have a few weeks of practice and then off to Nationals!
My niece graduated this last week. We had her graduation, her party, and hosted the grandparents.
Work camp for the kids started yesterday. They'll be gone all week. They'll be building two decks, making a concrete patio, and a few other repairs for local families in need. Today is their only hot day. It'll get up to 91 today, but the rest of the week will be cool, which will be nice.
I hope y'all had a wonderful weekend.
So enough about my crazy past few weeks, let's get in with Happy Homemaker Monday with Sandra! Be sure to stop in and visit Diary of a Stay at Home Mom!
The weather~
It'll be hot one today, but a rain storm comes in tomorrow and brings cooler weather.
Monday~ Sunny, 91*
Tuesday~ Rain, 74*
Wednesday~ Sunny, 74*
Thursday~ Sunny, 79*
Friday~ Partly Cloudy, 82*
Saturday~ Mostly Cloudy, 83*
Sunday~ Isolated Thunderstorms, 85*
The cicadas are finally disappearing. The last two weeks, the were everywhere and so loud. They would dive bomb you. YUCKY!!! You hated going outside. We no longer hear them and I've only seen one or two flying about. I can now get back to hanging the clothes on line and weeding the flower beds.
On my reading pile~
When I Was You by Amber Garza ( I still haven't finished this one. It got buried under a pile of school books)
Photo by freestocks on Unsplash
On my TV~
I'm still working my way through Criminal Minds on Netflix. I just started Outlander on Netflix this past week.
What's on the menu for the week~
I honestly have no clue. It'll just be the hubby and I this week for dinner. The kids will eat at the church each night.
Monday~ ??
Tuesday~ ??
Wednesday~ ??
Thursday~ ??
Friday~ ??
Saturday~ ??
Sunday~
On my to do list~
Finish lesson plans for science and history
Hem Therese's dress for the homeschool prom
Book a few parties for Scentsy and Tupperware
Sell the kid's old school books
Head to the library
Plan out social media for my businesses
Start working on my placemats
Set up my Cricut
Work on a few homeschool reviews
Complete a book review
Laundry
Sit out in the sun
What am I sewing, crafting, or crocheting~
I still have the same two projects to get started on. The last few weeks have been crazy so I'm hoping to get to them this week.....
I printed out a few quilting patterns for placemats, so I thought I give them a try.
I have some Christmas tree skirts that I need to start on and I need to make a few throw pillows to match my new comforter.
I do need to hem Therese's dress. Her shoes finally arrived, so now we know how much we need to hem.
From the camera~
Looking around the house~
Vacuum
Laundry
Change the sheets
Weed the garden and flower beds
Mop again
Clean the bathroom
Finish painting the trim in the kitchen
Dust the living room and my bedroom
Something fun to share~
Source-Pinterest
Something new with my business~
Check out June's Warmer of the Month and Scent from Scentsy.
You can find out more about it on my website, Monique's Scentsy
On my prayer list~
Our country and leaders
A friend as she gets closer to the due date of her first child
A young girl struggling with life
My great aunts that they keep getting stronger and healthier
Bible verse, saint quote, or devotional~
Source-Unknown
Till Next Time,
Monique
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Review~ Considering Homeschooling Info-Pak Option B
Disclaimer~ I received a COMPLEMENTARY copy of this product through the HOMESCHOOL REVIEW CREW in exchange for my honest review. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way.
Are you considering homeschooling next year?
Do you know someone who is considering homeschooling next you?
Maybe, you just need some encouragement along the way!
If any of these thoughts have popped in your mind, you need to check out Considering Homeschooling Info-Pak Option B from The Old Schoolhouse®.
The Old Schoolhouse Magazine offers homeschooling families a variety of wonderful resources. These resource help new and old families with their homeschooling journey. No
matter where you are on your journey, The Old Schoolhouse® has something for
you. Homeschooling families can enjoy the quarterly magazine subscription, reviews of popular and new homeschooling curriculums and other useful products for homeschooling families, and a wonderful selection of courses and planning resources through their site, SchoolhouseTeachers.com.
The Considering Homeschooling Info-Pak is a fantastic free resource from The Old Schoolhouse®. For this review, we received the Considering Homeschooling Info-Pak Option B. This resource comes with 58 free digital downloads of eBooks, WeE-Books, other articles, and a few other amazing.
1~ A back issue of the homeschooling amazing The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine
2~ 10 Ways to Bring Up Your Little Man refrigerator hanging
3~ 10 Ways to Bring Up Your Little Woman refrigerator hanging
4~ Fallout! Students Explain Why They Left or Remained in the Church DVD
5~ The Homeschooling Primer: What Home Education Looks Like and How to Start
6~ A Variety of other homeschooling goodies and resources
The biggest component of the Considering Homeschooling Info-Pak is all the amazing digital downloads. When I first opened the email from The Old Schoolhouse®, I was shocked at the amount of materials. They were options for new and veteran homeschoolers. They offer resources for everyone covering every topic a homeschooling family would need.
Here are just a few of the titles offered....
How I Homeschool: Twelve Families Share Their Lifestyle
The Heart & Soul Homeschool Mama
Homeschooling the High Schooler
A Classical Education
Charlotte Mason Our Heroine
Strategies for Struggling Leaners
Organize Your Homeschool
Obviously, a few of these titles immediately jumped out at me. I couldn't wait to read them.
Homeschool High School for Excellence
A Homeschool Parent's Guide to High School Grades, Credits, and Transcripts
Bright Future Ahead: Homeschooling HS Month by Month
Hey Mama! 31-Day Devotional
Any topics dealing with high school, going to college, and my kids future are of interest to me. I'm always looking for more information on how to help them succeed in high school and help them apply to a good college. Let's face it, college and high school transcripts can be stressful.
The 31-Day Devotional is a wonderful way to start your day. It offers inspiration, guidance and support on a more personal level. I enjoyed grabbing my cup of coffee and sitting down to my daily.
If you do not have kids in high school, don't worry there are plenty of other resources that can work for you. The Old Schoolhouse® offers homeschooling families topics for little ones, special needs, curriculum planning, gifted children, grades, homeschooling styles, and so much more!
Learn more about The Old Schoolhouse®
Be sure to stop in and see what the rest of the crew had to say about
Considering Homeschooling Info-Pak!
Till Next Time,
Monique
Sunday, June 6, 2021
Sunday Inspiration~ June 6, 2021
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Till Next Time,
Monique
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