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Some of you may remember that I wrote a few months ago asking questions about using HOD with our two 9 year-old sons. One is proficient in English and one has only been home a year. I'm so happy to report that Bigger has been a great fit for both boys! I was drawn to HOD because of the Bible integra...

Hi Cheryl! What an amazing story your family has! God's timing was clearly evident in your process. I would think that you set a record with that timeline! Everyone has given you great advice and encouragement. I just wanted to chime in since we are in your shoes, but with an 8 year-old who has been...

Thank you so much!! That was just what I needed.

Rebekah

Hi everyone! I really enjoy reading all your questions and the helpful answers. In addition to our choice of math, language arts, and handwriting, what books do we need to purchase in order to use the guide for Bigger Hearts during the first 2 or 3 months? Which books are not used until later in the...

Thank you, W2W! It's so good to hear from someone who is walking a similar road to ours! I look forward to hearing about your experiences with Bigger in the fall. I'm feeling more confirmation about our choice of Bigger for DS9 and we'll see what little brother needs at the end of the summer. He's r...

Thanks, Water2wine, for the extra tips. I should clarify that DS9 is now proficient in English and definitely places in Bigger. I'm almost certain that Beyond would not challenge him enough. DS8 has only been home for 6 months and doesn't fit into the placement chart anywhere:-) We are simply workin...

Thanks, ladies, for your replies! That gives me more confidence about starting Bigger in the fall. For those of you who missed my first post, both of my sons have learned English as a second language. In fact, the younger one is still learning, but coming along very well! He amazes and amuses us eve...

Would it be good to spend some time this summer reading a few books from Beyond if we're going into Bigger this fall? We will be new users of HOD and I've read that each program stands alone, but my sons (8 and 9) have never had any American history at all. Will Bigger make more sense to them if the...

Thanks, Jessica and Julie! Your input was helpful regarding placement. I did go back and read the threads you referenced and that also helped. My older son places in Bigger according to the placement chart. He can compose sentences and put his thoughts on paper, but spelling is a challenge. He learn...

Thanks, Pam! It's great to know that you're "out there" and homeschooling the second time around, also. I agree that HOD will be far more exciting than what we used years ago. My boys will certainly like the hands on activities.

Thanks for the welcome. Hope to see you often here!

Rebekah

Hi everyone! It's so good to read all the positive responses to questions and comments on this board! I've just discovered HOD and am excited and hopeful that this will work with my two sons next school year. I'll give you just a bit of background so you will know our situation. Years ago I homescho...