Every homeschooler loves new books, don't we? ;) This weekend I was able to find some very good books for our homeschool.
Proof this 150 Great Science Experiments book will be a good one? Well, last week the boys all asked specific science questions: Christopher wants more information about the moon's pull on our tides, Richie wants more information about the tectonic plates of our planet, and Devan wants to know what *exactly* makes dirt. This book answers and has an experiment for all these questions. Never before have I found all "the answers" in one book. ;) However, we will still need to supplement as I have found some of the information is not as in depth as I would like. (I think this applies to most books.)
Great book and exactly what I need. This book gives clear instructions for phonics training. There are no cutesy worksheets... this is real instruction. (Just the way I like it!)
Who couldn't use another history book? :) Yet another Usborne book for me, we love these! They have such great visuals and they *are* directly related to the lesson. ;)
Ah, the ever elusive grammar training. Have you noticed many grammar workbooks are completely lacking actual grammar instruction? (I, for one, need this instruction. LOL!)
So, there you have it, my latest book splurge. Most of these books weren't terribly expensive when you compare them to full price. Yet, very expensive when compared to library book sale price. (25c per book.) The Phonics A to Z was the most expensive of the bunch coming in at a whopping full price of $23.99. Yikes! But, I believe it is quite worth the cost. The other books were fairly cheap: history book around $8, Grammar $3.40, and science $7.98.
Here's the kicker.... well, this is the part where I am kicking myself in the butt! We visited three book stores to purchase these books. Unfortunately, I forgot to bring proof of being a homeschooler. (our letter of intent serves as "proof" *rolls eyes*) So, I missed out on some real savings. One store was having it's annual educator's week which included a 25% discount. Doh! So, why didn't I just run and get my paper, you may ask? I forgot to mention, these stores are an hour away from my home.
I will remember to bring the paper next time! ;)
