Language Arts: 3 - 12
Igniting Your Writing
Author: Sandy Larsen
Publisher: Merritt Park Press
For more information or to order: www.homeschoolwriting.com

In my house we have a love-hate relationship with writing!  On one hand we know how important building good writing skills are for our kids' futures AND we know how proud they are when they finally complete an assignment; but on the other hand there's the long struggle to get it done.  Of course, you may have children for whom writing comes naturally, but who also have occasional writer's block or just need to liven-up their compositions.  Whatever situation you face in your home, Igniting Your Writing! can help to bring more joy and inspiration to the writing process.
 

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Science: Grades 5 - 8
Wonders of Creation Series
Publisher: Master Books
For More Information or to Order: www.newleafpress.net

When your mom writes product reviews, you're used to the mailman bringing packages of books to your door on a regular basis.  This time, before I had the box unpacked, my boys quickly spied the beautiful covers, snatched the books and headed to their favorite reading spots!  For the next 30 minutes all I heard was, "Cool!" and "Mom - did you know…?"

Written by well-known creation scientists, the Wonders of Creation is a series of four hardcover books with beautiful photos, clear illustrations, and plenty of detailed diagrams. 

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History: Grades 2 - 8
H.A. Grueber History Series for Children
Author: H.A. Grueber, compiled and edited by Christine Miller
Publisher: Nothing New Press
For More Information or to Order: www.homeschoolingfromtheheart.com

Nothing New Press has brought a series of classic history texts back into print for a new generation of students.  Now children of all ages can enjoy the works of 19th century author Helene A. Grueber.  Titles in the series are: The Story of the Greeks, The Story of the Romans, The Story of the Middle Ages, The Story of the Thirteen Colonies, and The Story of the Great Republic.  The Story of the Renaissance and Reformation and The Story of the Ancient World are also in the process of being made available by the publisher. 

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Language Arts:Grades K - 2
Teach Your Children to Read Well
Authors: Michael Maloney, Lynne Brearley, Judie Preece
Publisher: Teach Your Children Well Press
For More Information or to Order: www.teachyourchildrenwell.ca

Dubbed by some as the "Maloney Method", the Teach Your Children to Read Well series is the result of years of research and practical application with thousands of children in group, and one-on-one tutoring situations.  There are four levels of instruction, beginning at K-2 and continuing through 8th grade. 
 

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Science: Grades K - 12
Treasure Box Press Science Kits
Created by: Cindy Hullings and Michelle Eichhorn
For More Information or to Order: www.treasureboxpress.com

Mini-unit and science kit all rolled into one!  Written from a Christian perspective, Treasure Box Press science kits have been developed by two homeschool moms with a passion for getting kids excited about science.  We had the opportunity to review two of their Science Explorations kits, Space: Get to Know the Planets and Mars: The Red Planet.  Each kit includes an easy-to-use Teacher's Guide, which provide lesson goals, lesson prep, vocabulary words, and step-by-step instructions for several hands-on activities along with suggestions of other activities that could be used to extend your study. 

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Foreign Language: Grades 3 and up
Speedy Spanish
Produced by: The Bechtel Family
For More Information or to Order:  www.speedy-spanish.com

As I begin this review, I believe it is important to let you know that I do not know any Spanish!  When I chose to homeschool I knew that someday I was going to need to "teach" my children a foreign language and that we would really be learning this subject together.  Like many moms, I have researched various programs for learning Spanish, so I do know a bit about what is available for homeschoolers.  When I heard about Speedy Spanish on an email loop, I knew I needed to give it a try.  As a Christian, I was interested in a program that would teach my children Spanish, while encouraging them in their spiritual lives as well.
 

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Science: Grades 4 and up
Jehovah's Park Versus Jurassic Park
Author: Catie Frates
Publisher: Media Angels
For More Information or to Order: www.mediaangels.com

Our family is a big fan of Catie Frates, so we were very excited to have the opportunity to review her book, Jehovah's Park Versus Jurassic Park.  Written in a conversational style and filled with beautiful illustrations, this book will help equip your children with Biblical and scientific information about dinosaurs.

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