I'm fairly certain that Beth said that they will not be committing to any release dates for materials any more after having trouble last year keeping up with a schedule that just didn't work out. I hope for everyone's sake they come along soon. I'd love to see what's next.
We have enjoyed using first grade (we have the first edition materials no longer available) and I am creating a second grade plan myself now for next year using a melange of resources : Enki teacher's guide, Noble Knights, Reading Reflex, Vimala handwriting, OM 2nd, and Alan Whitehead's spiritual syllabus. If nothing else I am learning to really draw what works for our family and each of my children out of the many sources out there.
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I'm very interested in Enki, so I'm subbing to this thread. I'd like to see it stay alive and active.
I've got a 7 yr old (he was 7 in May, 2006). I fear he's too old for Enki, but don't really know since I don't have any the materials. I would love to buy the foundations and create my own curriculum, but I just don't know if I have the time. Also, I don't know if it's appropriate to start him *now* since he hasn't gone through the previous years of learning with Enki. Any thoughts on this?
So...I'm hoping maybe for my 3 yr old and newborn. Maybe they can enjoy Enki, if I continue with this path of interest in the program. Of course, that depends upon having the $$ to buy everything.
About buying the foundations and teaching guides: Do I understand correctly that I would get a 50 dollar credit toward the purchase of the complete grade level package? This doesn't represent nearly the savings as buying the whole package at the same time...which can save hundreds of dollars. Right? So, I'm reluctant to purchase the guides if I won't be saving very much in the long run. KWIM? If I understand it correctly, it doesn't seem to encourage parents who want to learn more by purchasing the guides w/out committing to buying the whole package.
I really enjoy reading about those who are using this program. It's so helpful.
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Erica, did you get an invite to the Yahoo! group? I invited an Erica on 10/3 but I don't know if that was you.
I'm guessing the yahoo group is only for owners of Enki?
I'm having a tough time getting answers here (which I totally understand...we're all busy and it must get old answering questions all the time ).
But...I've got 2 friends that are interesting in doing some sort of Enki co-op with me. I've told them about Enki and they like what they've heard so far.
I guess I could look at MDC, but I like my amitymama. LOL.
Can't I just lurk at the yahoogroup and not ask any questions? I'd love to see what's being discussed.
Amy
ETA: I just saw Kimbermama's post about the Enki group. It's open to all who are interested. I've submitted my membership request. Thank you!
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There are two Yahoo! groups. Enki Experience is an official list, with input from Enki Education. Anyone may join the list, ask questions, respond, etc. The discussion is not designed to getting really deep into the philosophy.
Holistic Family is not really an "official" Enki group in that there is no moderation by Enki Education, and it is limited to families using the Enki Homeschool Teaching Guides.
There is some overlap, both with topics and members. Overall, a lot of the discussion on Holistic Family wouldn't be very relevant to a non-Enki user. For instance, recent discussions have involved keeping beeswax creations, eating acorns, and where to buy supplies in the UK.
I am very pleased with the new list; it answers questions thoroughly and is a great resource for people checking out Enki.
And if you didn't know before, my homeschooling blog is mostly about Enki.
I wrote to the list that I got my Enki First grade package today and it's amazing from what I've read so far. Honestly it's worth a lot more money they ask!
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Great! Is your blog back up? I checked several times in Sept-ish and I couldn't seem to access it.
Amy
I put it back up last week, and have made a few entries. Also, I'm working on another blog, not about homeschooling. I did change the URL. If you click on my profile you'll find it. If not, it's Red Dirt Life.
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I'm in! Ordered before Christmas and have it all here, now.
I ordered the 1st gr complete before they changed the pricing and decreased the materials offering. Now, I've got all of 1st and almost all of K. Unfortunately, I've got a 2nd grader and need to figure my way thru and apply it to him and his needs. I had a pre-purchase consult w/Beth, but still am unsure how to proceed with meeting his needs.
Now I'm overwhelmed...but oh so excited. Having a great time reading thru everything when I can steal a few spare moments.
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There are several of us working with grade 2. Email Beth and see what she can do to help you. Also, we talk about it on the HF list (did you join?) and there are links to Enki user blogs with some families tackling 2nd and even 3rd.
that was me. I got your email. I wrote you back but it got sent to the entire group...whoops.
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