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Good morning;

We've been using CTC this year with three of our boys, ages 11-14, the oldest with extensions. I want to say, this is one of the most fantastic years of homeschooling we've had thus far. I love the book choices, I love seeing the growth in my kids in so many areas, and the schedule, believe it or not, has really freed me up to include more of the CM-style elements I haven't included before. We adapt a bit to make it work for us, but overall it is a wonderful program. Thank you, Carrie!

Here is my question. In looking at RTR for next year, I was a bit confused to see Mystery of History listed as the primary resource for 21 weeks. We've used earlier versions of this series, and I found them to be decidedly un-CM: many more facts crammed in, much less of a living book feel. On a surface level, without perusing more than the online sample of that version of MOH, it seems like a departure from the lovely, living books we're experiencing this year, and that I see listed in the rest of the RTR curriculum. I'm wondering if anyone could explain this book choice, or their experience with it in light of this concern.
Thank you!

You are so observant and I'm in a dash at the moment, but if you search under Carrie's name for MOH, you'll find a post where she says exactly what you are saying, which is why she has selected this particular version of MOH, because it does have a CM feel, better writing, etc. unlike the earlier series.

I'll add that my 15 year old just declared to me this weekend that the MOH book is his FAVORITE.

Anyhow, if you can't find the post I'm referring to I'll dig it up later. Happy HOD to you!

Well, I couldn't resist, I took the time to find it for you....

viewtopic.php?f=6&t=6677&p=48865&hilit= ... ory#p48865

Yes the post from Carrie explains why she chose the MOH III student reader. I also will say that my 12 year old loves this book. It has been his favorite history spine from this year. It has also helped his written narrations in that her writing style lends itself to using her words in a fun way.

Thank you, that thread was very helpful in explaining the reasoning. Lynn, it's good to hear that your son is really enjoying MOH3; I wasn't sure how my sons would receive it after how much they've loved the CTC books this year.