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A Beka®* - Use it with Time4Learning?

Considering the A Beka*® curriculum? Already using A Beka® and thinking about what to use with it? Many parents who homeschool their children find that one of the hardest tasks is selecting which homeschool curriculum to work with. The web is full of homeschool resource lists, homeschool material discussions, and homeschool resource reviews. Sifting through the various homeschool options can be confusing as parents try to find the best or blend of curricula for their child.

*Time4Learning is not affiliated with Pensacola Christian College. Time4Learning's purpose with this article is to provide information to families who are considering an eclectic approach to homeschooling or who wish to compare the benefits of using both curricula. Time4Learning's products and services are not endorsed or sponsored by Pensacola Christian College. A BEKA is the registered trademark of Pensacola Christian College.

A Beka® Homeschool Curriculum

Parents like the indepth Biblical orientation and detailed structure provided by A Beka*. Using the A Beka® homeschool curriculum, children progress through a series of workbooks and textbooks for their grade level. A Beka's curriculum provides a rigorous worksheet approach that keeps children on an accelerated track. The parents are provided detailed day-by-day directions.

A Beka® is workbook oriented. The curriculum is organized, systematic, and sequential, which assures coverage of the material. Many children benefit from blending the A Beka® curriculum with another supplementary curriculum of contrasting style, especially one that teaches with engaging interactive multimedia.

An eclectic approach to homeschooling

Most families discover that their children's educational needs cannot be met by a single curriculum, and that blending several homeschool programs and approaches can increase effectiveness. This electic homeschool approach provides an optimal outcome. Time4Learning's experience shows that there is no single, best homeschool material. Rather than feeling torn between homeschool resources, parents should create diversity through different materials and activities.

The Homeschool Melting Pot

Most families decide to homeschool to provide a specific indepth religious training to the children. A Beka® is often chosen is the first curriculum for these families. However many of these families find after a few years that their children have learned and accepted the religious orientation. However, these children's education can begin to grow a little stale through the continued use of a single approach to curriculum. In these cases, many parents integrate some secular materials to provide a diversity of teaching methods (online interactive materials) which can stimulate the children's interests. An interesting essay on the topic of whether a Christian homeschool should use secular curriculum has been written by Kerry Jones.

Time4Learning works well with A Beka®'s curriculum

All child learn differently and most respond very well to online delivery of homeschool materials. In addition, some children need to see a topic or concept presented in more than one way before what's being taught "clicks" for them. Time4Learning's engaging, interactive style complements Abeka's workbook-based program and vice versa.

Time4Learning offers interactive, self-paced instruction in math, language arts, reading, social studies and science. Many families report that using Time4Learning in conjunction with A Beka has enhanced their child's academic success. Time4Learning's online educational software can be used as either a core or supplemental curriculum.

The benefits of using Time4Learning and A Beka® together

Time4Learning appeals to a wide range of learning styles. Our online learning materials are especially well-suited to children who are visual or kinesthetic learners. These children can take advantage of Time4Learning's interactive, multi-media materials.

Time4Learning is a new approach to homeschool. Our online learning materials take advantage of today's technology. It's a convenient, interactive homeschool resource that helps children from preschool through elementary and middle school.

Children like using the computer to learn. Time4Learning's homeschool curriculum engages and challenges children, letting them work at their own pace.

Parents like that it tracks progress and helps children advance by teaching with individualized learning paths that assure coverage of the skills, and that it clearly presents the concepts children need to succeed.

Use as much or as little as you need. Time4Learning's self-paced, modularized lesson plans allow you to move forward and back through the materials whenever you want. You can skip lessons that teach concepts your child has already mastered and repeat those he or she has not. The choice is yours. With Time4Learning, you are always in control.

Time4Learning is proven effective with homeschoolers, has a low monthly price, and provides a money-back guarantee so you can make sure that it works for your children, risk free! Sign up for Time4Learning as part of your overall homeschool curricula.

Sign up for Time4Learning and gain access to a variety of educational materials, which will engage and challenge your child to succeed. Make Time4Learning a part of your children's homeschool resources.

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*Time4Learning is not affiliated with Pensacola Christian College. Time4Learning's purpose with this article is to provide information to families who are considering an eclectic approach to homeschooling or who wish to compare the benefits of using both curricula. Time4Learning's products and services are not endorsed or sponsored by Pensacola Christian College. A BEKA is the registered trademark of Pensacola Christian College.