Three resources in one READING, WRITING, and ARITHMETIC! Learn how to take the mystery out of teaching the early grades with this practical, down-to-earth guidebook from Ruth Beechick. The book is divided into three sections that are tabbed for easy reference. The READING section tells how and when to begin phonics, and how to develop comprehension skills. The LANGUAGE section shows how to develop written language skills naturally, in the same way children learn oral language. The ARITHMETIC section explains how to teach understanding of math concepts, and not just memorization of facts. Bonus: A removable 2-sided wall chart for phonics and arithmetic.
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Dr. Ruth Beechick has spent a lifetime teaching and writing curriculum. She understands how children learn. To follow this book, for fourth grade and older, use "You can Teach Your Child Successfully," also by Beechick.
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Dr. Ruth Beechick spent a lifetime teaching and studying how people learn. She taught in Washington state, Alaska, Arizona and in several colleges and seminaries in other states. She also spent thirteen years at a publishing company writing curriculum for churches. In "retirement" she continues to write for the burgeoning homeschool movement. Her degrees are A.B. from Seattle Pacific University, M.A.Ed. and Ed.D. from Arizona State University.
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138 of 138 people found the following review helpful
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The great thing about these little (28-30 pages) guides is that they truly give you all you need to start successfully homeschooling your K-3rd Grader in 3 core areas: reading, Language (Grammar) and Math. They are jammed packed with details and wonderful "how-tos", not rhetoric. I imagine that you can design a whole year's curriculum with just this packet, and a collection of very good books. Do yourself a favor, ditch the urge to buy those expensive curriculums with bells and whistles. Buy this first. I just wish I found this series BEFORE I spent hundreds of dollars on buying and selling things I didn't want or need. When you have finished this, I suggest you read Beechick's You Can Teach Your Child Successfully for more wisdom on schooling 4th-8th Grade.
Enjoy.
57 of 57 people found the following review helpful
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Short, simple, easy to use, user-friendly, to the point. Everything I've ever wanted in early elementary education for my children. The perfect introduction to reading, writing and math. Uses simple techniques and inexpensive objects found around the house. Not a full curriculum for ALL school subjects by any means, but an excellent method for getting your children off to a great start in the 3R's. And the price is definitely right on the money! :-)
80 of 83 people found the following review helpful
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...get these books! It is a very small investment, but a wealth of information. The approach is totally different from most curriculums and "workbooks."
I had a hard time in school. While I am bright, I am also dyslexic. Therefore, I had to find ways where I could learn, not in the (what has become) traditional way. This "traditional way" of mass education has only been around for a couple hundred years. Before that, people were taught from life and life examples; the "hands on" approach.
This small set of books is brining us back to the concept that all people do not learn the same way! This is not new, but it is totally politically incorrect.
We have been using the traditional workbooks with my son and he just has not gotten it. Inn addition, there has been a real lack of interest. Why? Most of them are boring! After reading these books and putting into practice the principles outlined in them, he started to be able to sound out simple words in a week! A coincidence? I think not.
Do not be stuck in the political agenda of the day or in what is familiar to you. Be willing to branch out for your kids. They will excel when they are taught in the way in which they can learn. You too will be excited when you see them learning more quickly and with enthusiasm.
Give this book a try. If you are truly willing, I do not think you will be disappointed!
My rating: A
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Great Find
I would recommend this book for any one wishing to teach their children at home and on a paycheck to paycheck type of budget.
Published 8 hours ago by HoneyBear's Mommy
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Cant Go Wrong With Ruth Beechick
Cant Go Wrong With Ruth Beechick! Just another great book to have in your collection. Truly all you really need to have for the early years of early education!
Published 3 months ago by Tara Ann Wilson
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Couldn't be more pleased!
The Three R's was an insightful read. It broke down primary ed into bite size pieces. After reading this book, I had full confidence in my ability to write up my own homeschool... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Hislightgirl
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wish I had read this in the begining!
Written in a very no-nonsense way, really great practical information that certinaly will set a worried homeschool newbie at ease!
Published 7 months ago by tonya
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What A Gem!
I wish that I would have read this guide several years ago when I began homeschooling. I could have eliminated many homeschooling days that left my students and myself exhausted. Read more
Published 9 months ago by lovethelord
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Excellent book for beginning homeschoolers
My youngest is getting ready to start his homeschooling years and I decided to read through this book. I wish I had read it sooner! Read more
Published 15 months ago by JR
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great book.
Great book to buy, for people who are intrested in homeschooling. This book has great material that teaches you a different way to teach.
Published 16 months ago by Ricardo Sanchez
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Simplicity
The strength of this great little work is in its simplicity. These guides do not tell a person exactly what to teach or when... Read more
Published 21 months ago by LRK
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A+++
The Three R's is a great book for any parent. In fact, I was so impressed I am ordering additional copies for my sisters and best friends. Read more
Published 23 months ago by L. K. Richardson
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WHAT A WASTE OF MONEY!!!!!!!
I normally don't write reviews honestly, but when a product or book is a total waste of my time and money, I think I need to speak up. Read more
Published on April 20, 2011 by Amy Jo
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