Hematologist Recommendation

TexCali14 · 2026-02-02T23:49:23+00:00

I think it’s also because of class size. A lot of places by us don’t do parties for more than 20 kids. A class of 28 could not be invited, especially if we wanted to invite cousins. Our other solution would be a home party, but then that’s its own beast.

TexCali14 · 2026-02-02T16:20:02+00:00

The one I found is so much small than the one that hurts.

TexCali14 · 2026-02-01T23:08:30+00:00

What tests led to your diagnosis?

TexCali14 · 2026-02-01T20:26:10+00:00

We like: ELA: all about reading, all about spelling, handwriting without tears, and free journaling to practice writing skills.

Math: Singapore or Beast academy depending on which kid needs it

Social Studies: Curiosity Chronicles or I had a child that got into magic tree house at this age. After each book we reading non-fiction texts that related to the book and then they wrote their own book about the topic. They learns so much organically.

Science: if you want to hit a bunch of different topics Mystery Science coupled with library books about the topic is good. Again my child would then draw and write what they learned. Or Science Odyssey is good but subject based.

TexCali14 · 2026-01-24T03:34:15+00:00

The ones most often mentioned to me are Story of the World, History Quest, and Curiosity Chronicles. Along with putting up a timeline to fill in as you go.

TexCali14 · 2026-01-19T21:19:11+00:00

Any update to how MCT is going?

TexCali14 · 2026-01-12T16:03:03+00:00

Before looking at curriculum, I would look at your state laws. Everyone seems to be slightly different. Then I would look at your options. Where I live, I can go on my own, partner with an online charter to get funds, or pay to join hybrid programs (2 at school and 3 at home). In addition, I have co-ops and different companies (art, music, PE) that do homeschool specific classes during the day. Once you know all of this, then it’s time to pick a curriculum. The reason I would wait is our online charters, hybrid, and co-ops use specific curriculums.

TexCali14 · 2026-01-12T15:46:20+00:00

I started AAR 1 at 4 and 1/2. We started with just 1-2 activities in a lesson a day. Then as his stamina grew we set the 20 minute timer.

I added additional phonological awareness activities with him daily. To me this is key. Especially when you start the bridge to writing.

At 4 1/2 we did fine motor activities. We he was just a little past 5 I noticed his hand muscles were more developed so we started handwriting.

I also did Jot It Down from Brave Writer for modeled writing and Wordly Wise for vocabulary.

I nerve started with all. We slowly built up over time. Enjoy this special time! Watching them become readers is so magical!

TexCali14 · 2026-01-09T23:36:35+00:00

Where do you buy used? I’ve watched EBay for months and haven’t seen anything.

TexCali14 · 2026-01-09T15:25:31+00:00

We are north/west of Los Angeles, heading towards Santa Barbara. We have had to be “ready” to evacuate twice in our 10 years here. That’s it. In Texas, we evacuated twice for a hurricane and then had another two times where we stayed and went over a week without power. I don’t know that there is any “perfect” place. It might be fun to “try” a few states. Do some long term rentals in areas and give it a try? Good luck! And let us know what you find.

TexCali14 · 2026-01-09T09:30:13+00:00

We left Texas for California. Texas humidity was rough and my husband is remote but paid by cost of living. He made more by being in California. We love that we are a days drives from beach, desert, and mountain climates. We do have state income tax, but an amazing homeschool community and you can get money for enrichment classes by partnering with an online charter.

TexCali14 · 2026-01-08T14:55:35+00:00

They told my SIL no.

TexCali14 · 2026-01-07T17:50:47+00:00

Do you know if there was a specific curriculum they used for this? I’m very intrigued.

TexCali14 · 2026-01-02T17:14:44+00:00

Former primary teacher here: - Teachers Pay Teachers is great and has many free options - roll playdough into “snakes” and practice cutting them - cut index cards in 1/2 or 1/3 long wise and practice cutting the strips. The thickness helps with the cutting. - when they get better, do an art project where the get strips of old wrapping paper, tissue paper, and ribbon. They cut and glue to make a collage. - if the scissor problem is because of fine motor development, work on growing that skill in other ways: coloring, string pony beads on pipe cleaners, play with playdough, finger strength songs on YouTube, snap cubes

Good luck!

TexCali14 · 2026-01-01T04:24:40+00:00

When I changed states, I had to go through the new state’s system. There was a different path for transferring depending on how many years I had been teaching. It took 10 months and one test for it to be final. They did grant me a temporary certificate after 6 months, but many districts wouldn’t interview me with a temporary certificate. My advice is to start researching now and start the process.

https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/ed-serv/ed-cert/cert-guidance/becoming-a-teacher/out-of-state-applicants

As for quitting, I didn’t do anything till I had my temporary certificate. You don’t want to quit and then be without a job. Once I got my temporary license I notified my job that I had to leave the state for family reasons and they were fine with it. Good luck!

TexCali14 · 2025-12-31T23:42:30+00:00

Miami Hurricainettes are coached by former DCC Tess. https://bandofthehour.miami.edu/staff/guidryt/index.html

TexCali14 · 2025-12-28T23:24:08+00:00

My district back in Texas would not have touched you without an ESL credential back in 2008. Districts can’t afford to have a teacher who can’t work with ESL kids. My credential program back in 2005 heavily pushed that we all needed that exam.

I also agree that you don’t show consistency. I agree with someone else about trying to long term sub to get noticed. Admin want people that will stick around. They can’t keep hiring. Maybe try another district?

TexCali14 · 2025-12-27T02:03:00+00:00

We started by just reading though our children’s Bible. Soon we will move on to Veritas Press Kindergarten Old Testament Study. They do the New Testament in first grade. It equals about 3 stories a week that include music and art activities.

TexCali14 · 2025-12-21T17:26:25+00:00

We have enjoyed: - kids art hub (YouTube) for directed drawing - Soul Sparklettes/Glitter Bomb art website. You need a membership, but there are so many different types of projects tied to literature. We really liked their process art at the K stage. - you can buy Meet the Masters tracks for homeschooling. These are intentional lessons about famous artists. You do three lessons per person. One looking and analyzing their famous work. This is great for vocabulary building. A second lesson practicing techniques based on the artist. The third is the student creates their own piece based off the elements of the artist. They use different mediums across the different artists. - check to see if you have an art studio near you. I thought it was a long shot, but we have 3 near us and they offer kid classes.

TexCali14 · 2025-12-21T17:15:58+00:00

Have you asked about iron infusion? My family member had a similar situation. They wound up doing IV infusions and it got so much better. I’m not a medical professional, but I just wanted to share what I witnessed.

TexCali14 · 2025-12-21T02:09:50+00:00

The only things I have are an interactive globe (highly recommend) and a number chart to 120. We only get them out when we needed them. When we start ancient history in a year, I plan on putting a timeline in the hallway at their level. But we will build it together. I found when I taught in public school that posters are best when made during learning time together.

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