The Beauty of Correct Placement

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mothermayi
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The Beauty of Correct Placement

Post by mothermayi » Tue Oct 29, 2013 7:09 pm

Sorry for hogging the board but I am just too excited about beginning this journey with you all :D . My ds11 had such a hard time narrating with our previous program and it often ended in tears. He felt defeated and often made comments about not being smart. His self-confidence spiraled down the toilet as we continued reading the history spines. He couldn't narrate the selections and he required a LOT of explaining and summarizing from me. I later found out that the spine was a high school level book used in a program for 2nd-8th graders (he's in 6th) :shock: :shock: :shock: . Wow! It made sense after I figured that out...that's why he had so much trouble! Well, we are in CTC and the books are PERFECT!! He is narrating, understanding, making connections, developing intellectual questions, and most importantly, he feels capable, confident, and smart :D ! Today, he literally jumped out of his seat and yelled "I DID IT! I AM GOOD AT THIS!" Thank you HOD for helping my kiddo realize his true potential! And just think, we just began :) . I'm a happy mommy! :D

Married to dh 13 years
ds12--Began CTC 10/28/13!!, DITHOR 6/7/8
ds10--Began CTC 10/28/13!!, DITHOR 4/5
dd5y11mo--MFW K, ETC 3, MMM/SM, A Beka Cursive--Looking forward to beginning HOD!
dd3.5--HOD LHTH 1/2 speed
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tollhousemom
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Re: The Beauty of Correct Placement

Post by tollhousemom » Tue Oct 29, 2013 7:54 pm

That's a very encouraging report!! Your excitement and your son's enthusiasm are contagious! Good for him, and good for you for making a tough decision that is paying off for your family.
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mommyofmany
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Re: The Beauty of Correct Placement

Post by mommyofmany » Tue Oct 29, 2013 8:17 pm

Yay!!! Sounds like you guys are off to a great start! HOD is such a blessing! :-)
Blessings,
Emily

Mama to:
Michael 25 College Grad!
Abbey 22 College Grad!
Cole 15
Matthew 14 (Down syndrome & Autism)
Anna 11 (Autism)
Josie 9
Katie 7
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LynnH
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Re: The Beauty of Correct Placement

Post by LynnH » Wed Oct 30, 2013 6:28 am

That's wonderful to hear. The books in CTC are not easy to narrate from so if he is able to to do that then he is doing a great job.
Mom to:
dd 22 college graduate and employed as an Intervention Specialist
ds 18 US2, Loved Preparing, CTC , RTR , Rev to Rev, MTMM ,WG, WH and US1
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LovingJesus
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Re: The Beauty of Correct Placement

Post by LovingJesus » Wed Oct 30, 2013 7:39 am

I am so happy for you & him!

Carrie's guides are so very age appropriate and reach children where they are at. It is a true blessing. As you are finding it also helps them be successful & builds confidence. Praise God!
Completed HOD: LHTH, Beyond, portions of Bigger & Preparing, CTC, MTMM, DITHOR, WG, US History I
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John'smom
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Re: The Beauty of Correct Placement

Post by John'smom » Wed Oct 30, 2013 12:51 pm

Rejoicing with you both!!! :D
Edwena
*Married to my best friend for 16 yrs
*Mom to ds (15), dd (13), dd #2(3)
*Combining my dc in WG (2017-2018)
*Completed and absolutely loved BLHFHG through MTMM
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raindrops
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Re: The Beauty of Correct Placement

Post by raindrops » Thu Oct 31, 2013 6:57 pm

Awww! That is so sweet. What a horrible thing... to have school make you feel inadequate. Urgh. HOD is inspiring. May the rest of your year be a pleasure and delight.
9 yr old boy in Preparing
6 yr old girl loving all things LHFHG
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TrueGRIT
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Re: The Beauty of Correct Placement

Post by TrueGRIT » Fri Nov 01, 2013 1:55 pm

It made me cry . . .I am so HAPPY he DID IT! Beautiful!
Mikki
Ds 12- tutoring
Ds 9- Preparing
Dd 7 - Beyond and ER's
Ds 2- LHTH (sort of)
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my3sons
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Re: The Beauty of Correct Placement

Post by my3sons » Sat Nov 02, 2013 12:47 pm

mothermayi wrote:... I later found out that the spine was a high school level book used in a program for 2nd-8th graders (he's in 6th) :shock: :shock: :shock: . Wow! It made sense after I figured that out...that's why he had so much trouble!...
You are so right! Dc's ability to narrate well is based largely upon their ability to actually understand (and hopefully enjoy) the book they are reading! This is one reason why it doesn't work well to combine very large age ranges of dc together. What a good reflection you have had on this!
mothermayi wrote:... Well, we are in CTC and the books are PERFECT!! He is narrating, understanding, making connections, developing intellectual questions, and most importantly, he feels capable, confident, and smart :D ! Today, he literally jumped out of his seat and yelled "I DID IT! I AM GOOD AT THIS!" Thank you HOD for helping my kiddo realize his true potential! And just think, we just began :) . I'm a happy mommy! :D
This was such a delight to read! I am celebrating with you and your ds today! What a happy, profound moment! :D :D :D

In Christ,
Julie
Enjoyed LHTH to USII
Currently using USI
Wife to Rich for 28 years
Mother to 3 sons, ages 23, 20, and 16
Sister to Carrie
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