Transcript DVD Bootcamp by Inge Cannon

I recently attended a Transcript DVD Boot Camp presented by Inge Cannon. I was so impressed with the content, and I was very glad I had chosen to attend at this point in my homeschooling journey.

My oldest child is entering 7th grade, and this discussion came at the perfect time. I don't have to act on anything I learned immediately. This year, I will reflect and decide how best to implement Inge Cannon's suggestions in our homeschool. Beginning in the 8th grade year, I plan to use the CreditPro card system and the TranscriptPro software sold by Inge Cannon's company.

During the DVD seminar, I learned how to define a "unit" of high school work. Inge Cannon introduced a simple card system for tracking and crediting work within a given subject area. In addition, she gave numerous tips on techniques, resources, and specific curriculum that are helpful during the high school years.

I can enthusiastically recommend the Transcript DVD Boot Camp for parents of children entering 7th and 8th grades. Even if your child is already in high school, you will certainly learn a great deal that will help you pull together an accurate and useful transcript.

Video Shows How to Prune Tomato Plants

Take a look at this great video from Fine Gardening. It is about 5 minutes long and shows how to prune tomato plants. Very well done.

Save Money on Kids' Bikes

NEVER, NEVER, EVER buy a new kids' bike. Kids' bikes are ubiquitous at garage sales. Since kids grow out of a bike so fast, they are usually in good condition. If you are patient, you can even be choosy. Look for a good brand in good shape (not perfect, but nice). My most recent buy was a Huffy for $5. Both tires were flat, but all they needed was a little air.

If your kids ride a lot, they may wear through a tire. In that case, it is probably cheaper (and more exciting) to get another garage sale bike than to replace the tire.

If the price is a little high, offer the owner less. Dad will probably be thrilled just to have the bike out of his garage. I would pay up to $20 for a great bike.