Math: Algebra
Uncle Dan's Algebra
Produced by: Homespun for Homeschoolers
For more information or to order:  www.homespun4homeschoolers.com

Uncle Dan's Algebra is a complete and self-contained Algebra I course on video and CD.  Written and produced by a homeschool dad, Uncle Dan's Algebra doesn't have lots of fancy graphics, but it does offer clear, concise instruction.  The 12 two-hour videos are kept simple with Uncle Dan shown explaining concepts and using a whiteboard to go over examples.  Students follow along on lesson sheets and the video lets you know when it is time to "Stop" and do the practice problems, quizzes or tests.  Although the video production does have a homemade look, it is clear and understandable.
 

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Life Skills: Ages 3 - 9
Everybody Needs Good Manners
Author/Artist: Judi Vankevich
For more information or to order: www.themannersclub.com


Judi The Manners Lady, accompanied by a cast of talented children, teaches kids all about good manners in this lively, award winning CD packed with catchy tunes.  Laying a great foundation, the first few songs teach kids that we should put others first and obey the Golden Rule.  Using songs and stories, kids learn everything from obeying their parents (the first time, "right away without delay", completely and with no complaining) to remembering to wash their hands before they eat.

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Language Arts: PreK - 3 (and remedial for any age/grade)
Professor Phonics Me and My Mouse
Publisher: Sue Greve
For more information or to order: www.professorphonics.com

Who said learning to read can't be fun?  Professor Phonics with Me and My Mouse is a computer-based, intensive phonics program that combines thorough phonics instruction with fun games. This program is, for the most part, self-teaching.  There is an extensive help file, which you MUST read in order to orient yourself and your child to the program.  

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Easy Homeschooling Techniques
Author: Lorraine Curry
Publisher: God's Gardener
For more information or to order: www.easyhomeschooling.net

Full of practical advice and encouragement for both the new and veteran homeschooler, Easy Homeschooling Techniques is a book you'll want to read with highlighter in hand!  If you follow the author's advice and implement her suggestions, you've really got a whole method of homeschooling that is efficient and low cost.  But even if you're like me and prefer to pull ideas from different sources or stick to your chosen "method" of homeschooling, you'll find plenty of inspiration in this book. 
 

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Unit Study: History: Grades 3 - 6
America
Author: Chris Roe
Publisher: Christian Novel Studies
For more information or to order: www.christiannovelstudies.com

If you love to study history with literature and long to be able to integrate all your subjects together in unit study fashion, then take a look at America from Christian Novel Studies.  Homeschool mom Chris Roe, has done a phenomenal job putting together this program!  She has given moms a day-by-day lesson format, covering every subject area except math.  Written for grades 3 - 6, America is easily adapted to include your younger or older students.  While most unit studies give you lots of ideas for each subject area but leave you to plan your days and pull together resources, America supplies you with exact lessons, teaching notes, weekly supply lists and a small list of required books.  

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Spelling/Reading: Grades 1 - 6
Phonics Solution
Developed by: Quest for Learning
For more information or to order: www.questforlearning.com

Phonics Solution software is a completely phonics-based spelling program that reinforces reading skills.  Written by a homeschool dad, this program is very student friendly.  There is no keyboard typing required since the program utilizes a mouse-driven interface. Beginning readers can click on letters arranged alphabetically on the screen, while older students have the option of using the keyboard as their motor skills develop.  Designed to support any reading or spelling curriculum, parent/teachers can customize the program to fit their style of teaching.  Diagnostic features allow you to track and analyze each student's progress.
 

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Home Economics: Grades 3 - 12
Future Christian Homemakers Handbook
Author: Laurie Latour
For more information or to order: www.futurechristianhomemakers.com

I've spoken with so many moms who long to teach their daughter's the skills needed to be keepers of the home, but who themselves didn't have a role model to teach them the skills they need.  Laurie Latour has come to our rescue with Future Christian Homemakers Handbook!  This oversized book provides clear instructions to begin and lead a FCH Club or simply teach your own daughters important homemaking skills.

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