So, Sheraz

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  • May 29, 2013 at 2:28 pm
    Des
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    Can you give me an idea of how you’re going to use the young readers collection? I mean, which collection will you begin with? Will you begin with the collection that relates to what your oped kids are using? I know I can do whatever I want but would love to know how you are doing it. I’m very seriously considering having my older read a book from each collection on the YRC Cd and then moving him into the Greek or Roman civilizations Cd’s.

    May 29, 2013 at 6:46 pm
    sheraz
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    Des, I will answer in a bit later today when I have more time.

    I have been conscripted to go help organize the books for the upcoming Friends of the Library book sale. Darn!!! (Actually, I volunteered.) 😉

    May 30, 2013 at 5:34 pm
    sheraz
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    Hi, Des!

    My two youngest are 4 and 5 (almost 6). There are 86 stories covering American, European, Ancient history and legends, folklore and Bible. These aren’t intended to give a comprehensive historical perspective to any one culture, more of a personal introduction to a few select people and events.

    After thinking about this for a while, I think that I will follow history chronologically for the first three years, using these books. In fourth grade we will officially begin with our adapted version of the SCM modules for Ancient Egypt and go from there, ending in economics and government in Year 12.

    Haven’t gotten serious about nailing down specifics, but I am thinking of using it like this:

    Year 1:

    Ancient History

    Bible/Saint Stories

    Our Little Cousin for this time frame

    Year 2:

    European History

    Legends and Folklore

    Our Little Cousin for this time frame

    Year 3:

    American History

    Colonial Children

    Year 4:  Read independently and narrated

    Historical Anedotes

    Children’s Heroes

    Twins of the World

    I would chose books that we can enjoy, and not necessarily read every single one. It will depend on the circumstances of each child/year.

    Sonya’s recent blog post was a great reminder that we want to savor the books, not cram or gulp.  =)

    May 30, 2013 at 6:06 pm
    sarah2106
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    Thanks for sharing. My kids are enjoying the books from YR so far. What fun!

    The recent blog post was perfect timing too. Getting ready to attend the conference, planning for next year… wonderful timing

    May 30, 2013 at 6:16 pm
    Des
    Participant

    Thank you for your response!!!  Yes, the blog post from Sonya really resonated with me, I really need to slow down and let ds enjoy the books (even if he is a bit older).  I’m really want him to start to enjoy reading this year and do it without being asked to.

    May 30, 2013 at 9:56 pm
    Benita
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    What is the young readers collection?

    May 30, 2013 at 10:01 pm
    Scherger5
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    http://www.heritage-history.com/www/heritage-store.php?pid=hcc_hcc_young-readers_1

    May 30, 2013 at 10:19 pm
    Benita
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    Thanks, Scherger5. How did I not know about this? Almost wish I didn’t! Thought I had it all planned out! Ha! I did notice many of the titles I already own from Yesterday’s Classics big sale for kindle books last fall. Very interesting!

    June 2, 2013 at 5:14 am
    Shanna
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    This is really cool. I am going to see how I can incorporate some of these books into our schedule for the kids to read independently.

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