Comments for Blooming Scientists http://bloomingscientists.com Our Educational Community and Interactive Blog Site Thu, 26 Jan 2012 04:29:22 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Comment on Warming Hearts, Hands, and Feet by madon http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForBloomingScientists/~3/1AiSwJ5OaNE/ madon Thu, 26 Jan 2012 04:29:22 +0000 http://bloomingscientists.com/?p=1389#comment-1090 Thank you, Lauren. I'm glad you like it and really appreciate that you took the time to write about it. Thank you, Lauren. I’m glad you like it and really appreciate that you took the time to write about it.

]]> http://bloomingscientists.com/2012/01/10/warming-hearts-hands-and-feet/comment-page-1/#comment-1090 Comment on Warming Hearts, Hands, and Feet by Lauren http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForBloomingScientists/~3/zSQw5Jv6pNg/ Lauren Wed, 11 Jan 2012 02:25:35 +0000 http://bloomingscientists.com/?p=1389#comment-1063 This is fantastic! What a great idea! Thanks for inspiring others to love on each other! This is fantastic! What a great idea! Thanks for inspiring others to love on each other!

]]> http://bloomingscientists.com/2012/01/10/warming-hearts-hands-and-feet/comment-page-1/#comment-1063 Comment on Ask Daisy & Maisy by madon http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForBloomingScientists/~3/mhLlgTD9CBQ/ madon Fri, 30 Sep 2011 23:24:00 +0000 http://bloomingscientists.com/?page_id=22#comment-918 Greetings, Katie! Thank you for posting your questions. I know you want to order this weekend, so I'm hoping we can look at options to give you the best information. Since it's Friday afternoon, 1. Can we talk? Could you send me your phone number, and let me know the best time for you? 2. We have a Parent Support Group of parents who've used the program and give their ideas, suggestions, and experiences to help others choose the right level. Kathy used Science 1 last year and is using Science 2 this year. Kathy has several children, and her oldest is 9 or 10 and a gifted learner. Jolanthe used Science 1 last year with her children 6-9 years of age, but didn't officially include the 4 year old. This year she's using Science 2. Cindy used Science 1 with her five children ages 8-12 and this year is using Science 2. I obviously don't know their weekend schedules, but we can try and get some help from these moms. If we can wait until Monday, I'm sure we can get more help from the moms. Let me know what works for you. We recommend starting with Science 1 and moving through the programs in sequence. It's not just about the science topics, but also the other instruction Nancy includes in each lesson. For instance, study skills are incorporated into each lesson, help children learn how they learn, and generalize the skills to other subjects. Nancy incorporates study skills throughout Science 1, 2, and 3, training children to be aware of key words, concepts, and the context surrounding them. It's a gradual and very effective system. I talk with parents who start with Science 2, or Science 3 and then move back to Science 1 to avoid learning gaps in life science. Beth in Virginia told me, "I taught science, have a degree in science. I had no idea Nancy would give my kids such a solid foundation in science. We've done Science 2 and Science 3. My children are nine and thirteen. This year we're doing Science 1 because I don't want them moving on without the same background in life science." I'd love to chat and give you more ideas and suggestions. Greetings, Katie!
Thank you for posting your questions. I know you want to order this weekend, so I’m hoping we can look at options to give you the best information. Since it’s Friday afternoon,
1. Can we talk? Could you send me your phone number, and let me know the best time for you?
2. We have a Parent Support Group of parents who’ve used the program and give their ideas, suggestions, and experiences to help others choose the right level.
Kathy used Science 1 last year and is using Science 2 this year. Kathy has several children, and her oldest is 9 or 10 and a gifted learner. Jolanthe used Science 1 last year with her children 6-9 years of age, but didn’t officially include the 4 year old. This year she’s using Science 2. Cindy used Science 1 with her five children ages 8-12 and this year is using Science 2.
I obviously don’t know their weekend schedules, but we can try and get some help from these moms.
If we can wait until Monday, I’m sure we can get more help from the moms. Let me know what works for you.
We recommend starting with Science 1 and moving through the programs in sequence. It’s not just about the science topics, but also the other instruction Nancy includes in each lesson. For instance, study skills are incorporated into each lesson, help children learn how they learn, and generalize the skills to other subjects. Nancy incorporates study skills throughout Science 1, 2, and 3, training children to be aware of key words, concepts, and the context surrounding them. It’s a gradual and very effective system.
I talk with parents who start with Science 2, or Science 3 and then move back to Science 1 to avoid learning gaps in life science. Beth in Virginia told me, “I taught science, have a degree in science. I had no idea Nancy would give my kids such a solid foundation in science. We’ve done Science 2 and Science 3. My children are nine and thirteen. This year we’re doing Science 1 because I don’t want them moving on without the same background in life science.”
I’d love to chat and give you more ideas and suggestions.

]]> http://bloomingscientists.com/ask-daisy-maisy/comment-page-1/#comment-918 Comment on Ask Daisy & Maisy by Katie http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForBloomingScientists/~3/2ILMdieA-tU/ Katie Fri, 30 Sep 2011 22:30:07 +0000 http://bloomingscientists.com/?page_id=22#comment-917 Hi. My kids are working on biology next year, but 1. do you think one can ever have enough learning about bio? 2. They are 4, 8, 10 - with no other experience - highly advanced readers and writers in sciences. Science 2 this year? Both would be really engaging but even my 4 1/2 yo son would LOVE the physics and simple machines in science 2. I think all 3 could do the workbook pages/ journals themselves - Argh @@@ Help - want to order this weekend. We've done insects, but they could learn about human physiology more... I think science 2 materials are more on par with what they can/are into. Do they have to be done 1, 2, 3? What are the recommended ages for 1 2 and 3 - I think 2 is 7 to 9? Katie Hi. My kids are working on biology next year, but 1. do you think one can ever have enough learning about bio? 2. They are 4, 8, 10 – with no other experience – highly advanced readers and writers in sciences. Science 2 this year? Both would be really engaging but even my 4 1/2 yo son would LOVE the physics and simple machines in science 2. I think all 3 could do the workbook pages/ journals themselves – Argh @@@ Help – want to order this weekend. We’ve done insects, but they could learn about human physiology more… I think science 2 materials are more on par with what they can/are into. Do they have to be done 1, 2, 3? What are the recommended ages for 1 2 and 3 – I think 2 is 7 to 9?
Katie

]]> http://bloomingscientists.com/ask-daisy-maisy/comment-page-1/#comment-917 Comment on Ask Daisy & Maisy by madon http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForBloomingScientists/~3/pGYrK5bmIeI/ madon Mon, 25 Jul 2011 23:36:52 +0000 http://bloomingscientists.com/?page_id=22#comment-790 Nancy plans on writing Science 4 and Science 5, then moving to another subject area, probably social studies. From what I've seen of the content for Science 4 and the topics for Science 5, I believe these will definitely have children prepared for high school science courses. I hear a lot of families saying they wish for high school courses using Nancy's teaching style and format. If someone has suggestions, please let me know so I can pass along the information. Thank You and Take Care, Madon Nancy plans on writing Science 4 and Science 5, then moving to another subject area, probably social studies. From what I’ve seen of the content for Science 4 and the topics for Science 5, I believe these will definitely have children prepared for high school science courses. I hear a lot of families saying they wish for high school courses using Nancy’s teaching style and format. If someone has suggestions, please let me know so I can pass along the information.
Thank You and Take Care,
Madon

]]> http://bloomingscientists.com/ask-daisy-maisy/comment-page-1/#comment-790 Comment on Ask Daisy & Maisy by mominco http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForBloomingScientists/~3/RhvvTCimN_M/ mominco Mon, 25 Jul 2011 22:20:45 +0000 http://bloomingscientists.com/?page_id=22#comment-789 Hi I am wondering if you will be offering middle and high school science any time soon,I am sure a lot of famalies would be interested .Thanks Hi I am wondering if you will be offering middle and high school science any time soon,I am sure a lot of famalies would be interested .Thanks

]]> http://bloomingscientists.com/ask-daisy-maisy/comment-page-1/#comment-789 Comment on Ask Daisy & Maisy by Samantha Lehmann http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForBloomingScientists/~3/h4f5hk8znwc/ Samantha Lehmann Sat, 14 May 2011 01:14:12 +0000 http://bloomingscientists.com/?page_id=22#comment-399 So Jenny - you picked to start with Science 3 as it aligns with WTM / classical model of beginning science for your kids' grades? I am leaning to Sc 1 (as I have a first grader finishing and two on either side) - you could say previous science study has been swiss cheesy in nature - holey. SO - as WTM begins with life science and NL seems to with Sc 1, as thought we would begin here now and continue all thru - we "school" all year - don't we all learn for life? My youngest will enjoy the material and the banded levels will allow me to use the diverse reading levels of books with my older and younger kids - I can certainly add books in - I think I bought the entire book list for first grade science recommended in WTM. Yes, I know. The best laid plans, right? So, hoping to order Monday - cash is tight right now - it will loosen up and I will order. Let me know how to join the yahoo groups. Many thanks. You can also reach me directly at samanthaleh@aol.com - I have to remember to check this site otherwise. Again, the best laid plans. So Jenny – you picked to start with Science 3 as it aligns with WTM / classical model of beginning science for your kids’ grades? I am leaning to Sc 1 (as I have a first grader finishing and two on either side) – you could say previous science study has been swiss cheesy in nature – holey. SO – as WTM begins with life science and NL seems to with Sc 1, as thought we would begin here now and continue all thru – we “school” all year – don’t we all learn for life? My youngest will enjoy the material and the banded levels will allow me to use the diverse reading levels of books with my older and younger kids – I can certainly add books in – I think I bought the entire book list for first grade science recommended in WTM. Yes, I know. The best laid plans, right? So, hoping to order Monday – cash is tight right now – it will loosen up and I will order. Let me know how to join the yahoo groups. Many thanks. You can also reach me directly at samanthaleh@aol.com – I have to remember to check this site otherwise. Again, the best laid plans.

]]> http://bloomingscientists.com/ask-daisy-maisy/comment-page-1/#comment-399 Comment on Ask Daisy & Maisy by Jolanthe http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForBloomingScientists/~3/rVUr4TFl9r4/ Jolanthe Fri, 13 May 2011 18:43:05 +0000 http://bloomingscientists.com/?page_id=22#comment-398 Samantha ~ We've been using Nancy Larson Science 1 with our 4 this year {the pre-k has picked up some great things!!}. Our older three are 1st, 3rd and 4th grade. For our 4th grader, we've also included some deeper study books for the same subject to go along with it, and have LOVED working together on science. It has been a HUGE lifesaver for us and made science enjoyable for everyone involved {including mom!}. The program provides a great basis of the fundamentals that you can build with each following level. We're just wrapping up the Level 1 program and moving on to Level 2 in the next few weeks ~ and the kids can't wait to keep going! Jolanthe Samantha ~

We’ve been using Nancy Larson Science 1 with our 4 this year {the pre-k has picked up some great things!!}. Our older three are 1st, 3rd and 4th grade. For our 4th grader, we’ve also included some deeper study books for the same subject to go along with it, and have LOVED working together on science. It has been a HUGE lifesaver for us and made science enjoyable for everyone involved {including mom!}. The program provides a great basis of the fundamentals that you can build with each following level. We’re just wrapping up the Level 1 program and moving on to Level 2 in the next few weeks ~ and the kids can’t wait to keep going!

Jolanthe

]]> http://bloomingscientists.com/ask-daisy-maisy/comment-page-1/#comment-398 Comment on Ask Daisy & Maisy by Carrie http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForBloomingScientists/~3/eGAZC9uaqz4/ Carrie Fri, 13 May 2011 15:19:39 +0000 http://bloomingscientists.com/?page_id=22#comment-397 Hi, Samantha! Due to the wide variety of age groups that you are teaching, I agree with Madon that Nancy Larson Science 1 would be a perfect place to start for your family. You can enjoy the curriculum will all your kids at the same time! I am currently using it with my 2nd grade daughter and pre-K son. They love it, and I feel it is providing them with a strong foundation from which to build on in science. Enjoy your time!! :) Hi, Samantha!
Due to the wide variety of age groups that you are teaching, I agree with Madon that Nancy Larson Science 1 would be a perfect place to start for your family. You can enjoy the curriculum will all your kids at the same time! I am currently using it with my 2nd grade daughter and pre-K son. They love it, and I feel it is providing them with a strong foundation from which to build on in science. Enjoy your time!! :)

]]> http://bloomingscientists.com/ask-daisy-maisy/comment-page-1/#comment-397 Comment on Ask Daisy & Maisy by Kathy Feusse http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CommentsForBloomingScientists/~3/GuI66yKfA2Y/ Kathy Feusse Fri, 13 May 2011 12:58:39 +0000 http://bloomingscientists.com/?page_id=22#comment-396 Samatha, hello. I am one of the moms on the support group. I am a homeschooling mom of 3...ages 6, 9 and 10. We started using Nancy Larson Science 1 in January and we have been more than pleased. There is a very nice combo of table work and "floor time" as you call it. All 3 of my kids love science for the first time in our home. Before NL, Science was spotty at best...I didn't always have the materials I needed so Science just didn't gt done. But that all changed in Janurary. The fact that 99% of the things you need are included in the kit was one of the many things that first attracted me to NL. To date, the only things I have needed to find for our Science lessons have been colored pencils, tape, dirt, a potted plant, leaves and acorns. NL 1 has so many fun things to do...to name a few the x-rays were interesting, the butterfly and ladybug habitiats are super cool! We added some things too that just sort of came up as we were studying or that Madon suggested...we built a skeleton out of the x-rays and labeled the bones. We played The Hokey Pokey using bone names instead of body parts. We have done lapbooks on the Human body, trees and we hope to do one on bugs. We plan to make a leave book of the different leaves we find in our habitiat. We have LOVED NL Science. Please feel free to ask more questions if you need to. My email is kfeusse@aol.com and I would love to talk more with you. Kathy Samatha, hello. I am one of the moms on the support group. I am a homeschooling mom of 3…ages 6, 9 and 10. We started using Nancy Larson Science 1 in January and we have been more than pleased. There is a very nice combo of table work and “floor time” as you call it. All 3 of my kids love science for the first time in our home. Before NL, Science was spotty at best…I didn’t always have the materials I needed so Science just didn’t gt done. But that all changed in Janurary. The fact that 99% of the things you need are included in the kit was one of the many things that first attracted me to NL. To date, the only things I have needed to find for our Science lessons have been colored pencils, tape, dirt, a potted plant, leaves and acorns. NL 1 has so many fun things to do…to name a few the x-rays were interesting, the butterfly and ladybug habitiats are super cool! We added some things too that just sort of came up as we were studying or that Madon suggested…we built a skeleton out of the x-rays and labeled the bones. We played The Hokey Pokey using bone names instead of body parts. We have done lapbooks on the Human body, trees and we hope to do one on bugs. We plan to make a leave book of the different leaves we find in our habitiat. We have LOVED NL Science. Please feel free to ask more questions if you need to. My email is kfeusse@aol.com and I would love to talk more with you.

Kathy

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