Anonymous wrote:Beestar is fine, but it works best if you are right there with them going over the test at the end so you can see what they missed. There is very little explanation when kids get answers wrong, so you can't rely on it to introduce new topics.

That sounds about right. From what I've seen, it's not a replacement for a teacher or a learning program. Basically we'll rely on Zoom and other homeschooling tools more for that. However it does give my kids a place to practice at their own pace once they do understand the material. We've looked at the program more as a way to do drills to further reinforce the subjects they are already learning. It also keeps the kids engaged, which is important since they have so much free time right now. I do see what you mean though since as a parent I also need to be engaged in the process. We'll usually use Beestar as a supplement after their school work is completed. If possible, I have the kids redo the problems that they got incorrect to so they can better grasp the steps.

So with Covid-19 happening and schools no longer open, it has been a learning experience trying to keep the kids engaged academically. While looking into homeschooling options, I was referred to Beestar.org by a family member who's been using the program with her kids. Has anyone else tried this program? My 1st and 3rd grader are fairly engaged with the program. The timed element makes the different subjects seem like a relay race to them.

My kids have had success using Beestar's system (https://beestar.org/)

Anonymous wrote:These Are great writing idea for 6th grade and but it is little harder student so It need to include some basic writing idea

"How has your life changed over the last 5 years?" followed by "What would you like to see happen in the next five years"
"If you could change three things that happened in the past what would they be?" followed by "How would those changes affect the present?"

My kids have been enjoying the programs offered on Beestar.org.

Anonymous wrote:With so many activities and programs and places now closed, and playdates off the table, how are you filling those hours instead? Is it working well, or well enough? What would make your experience better?

Personally, I don't like the fact that screen time has exploded. I don't like it for physical reasons, and I find that it's a poor substitute for in-person interactions and group activities, but I don't see screen time dropping anytime soon.

It is an adjustment to be sure. Finding ways to keep the kids engaged while juggling work is tricky. We have had a Zoom call for a couple of kids birthdays to create a sense of normalcy. Since we don't have a big yard, there's only so much we can do back there, but we try to do physical activities out there as much as possible. It's been an adjustment to say the least.

Anonymous wrote:There is a whole board here on just homeschooling.
https://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/forums/show/68.page

Thanks, I'll check this out!

Anonymous wrote:I have a copy of the book “The Well Trained Mind.”

They do a good job of recommending resources at the end of each chapter.

Thanks!

Hi, I'm new to the forums here. I wanted to know if anyone had any homeschooling programs that they would recommend for kids grades 1-3. With schools currently out, I'm looking into a program called Beestar. Has anyone tried it before?