DITHOR - a huge hit

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FiveLittlePeaches
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DITHOR - a huge hit

Post by FiveLittlePeaches » Thu Sep 16, 2010 4:53 am

I am so thankful for DITHOR. This is our first time using the guide, and I have to say my husband and I are very impressed. My daughter is a speed reader, and this program has challenged her to slow down and really "savor" a book. My daughter even enjoyed doing her vocabulary sheets yesterday. :shock:. Best of all, she is learning to make Bible application to the story line. I just had to give a deep sigh of relief. It's all starting to come together. :D

Thank you, Carrie.

John'smom
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Re: DITHOR - a huge hit

Post by John'smom » Thu Sep 16, 2010 8:15 am

Thanks for sharing. It was an encouragment. We are going to start DITHOR very soon and I'm a little nervous.
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

GinainMD
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Re: DITHOR - a huge hit

Post by GinainMD » Thu Sep 16, 2010 10:35 am

Thanks for sharing! I cannot wait to start Dithor with my dc.
Gina
married to dh 2000
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dd 08/03 Bigger
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Carrie
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Re: DITHOR - a huge hit

Post by Carrie » Thu Sep 16, 2010 11:45 am

I am so glad to hear this! We have found that our boys have made terrific strides in applying the story elements, discussing the plots, comprehending what was read, and analyzing literature along with weighing the book's content against the Bible and its standards. Best of all our kiddos are learning to read with discernment through DITHR! :D

I agree that slower, more thoughtful reading definitely has its place of importance. Yet, blessedly DITHR does not thwart that love of devouring books either, as all of our boys (so far) are avid readers. We pray DITHR may continue to bless your family as you use it this year! :D

Thanks for sharing!
Carrie

Knittinfarmgirl
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Re: DITHOR - a huge hit

Post by Knittinfarmgirl » Thu Sep 16, 2010 7:31 pm

Wonderful! I just got this book to work with my ds. He is a speed reader as well and many times cannot relate his narration well. I'm hopeful for good results using DITHOR.

Cyndy
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my3sons
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Re: DITHOR - a huge hit

Post by my3sons » Thu Sep 16, 2010 7:53 pm

My ds had that same challenge of always speed-reading books, and still does sometimes with his books in his room! :wink: But, DITHOR was a welcome change of pace for him. He really has learned to savor books by lingering with them longer, as you said you've seen with your dd too. DITHOR books are always the favorites of his when I ask him. I'm so glad your dd is growing with DITHOR - what a joy to for you and your dh to see! :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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