Bob Jones / BJU Math
"Every subject is taught from a thoroughly biblical viewpoint,
naturally and logically. BJUP materials
help students not only to read, multiply fractions, and recognize
grammar principles but also to understand and evaluate what they read,
solve problems, and write with conviction and clarity. The teacher is
more important than the textbook. BJUP texts offer multiple approaches
and activities in every lesson, allowing each teacher to address unique
needs. Customize without losing continuity. A student who
loves to learn will be a student his whole life. Why just read about
science when you can do science? Why just memorize dates when
history can be experienced? School can be an adventure!
Math 1 Student Worktext The full-color Student Worktext presents activities around a theme involving Digit
the Clown and Cecilia, a seal. Student will do problems for practice,
solve word problems to develop problem-solving skills, and maintain
skills with review activities.
Math 3 Student Worktext The full color worktext provides activities with Hal, a photographer, and Horatio, a squirrel, as part of a national park theme. Students will do problems for practice, solve word problems to develop problem-solving
skills, and maintain skills with review problems.
Fundamentals of Math Student Text Presents concepts in
numerous examples worked out with clear step-by-step explanations.
Includes systematic, cumulative review.
Algebra 1 Student Text Includes scriptural principles woven
throughout but also an "Algebra and Scripture" spread in each
chapter. Concepts are presented with examples and explanations. Other
features include "Algebra Around Us" and sections on
"Probability and Statistics." Homework sections are on three
levels. Cumulative Review questions are located at the end of every
section."
>Math 1-3 student worktext $15.50, complete kit $56;
Math 4 student worktext $15.50, complete kit $72; Math 5 student worktext
$27, home school kit $83.
Home school kit prices for: Fundamentals of Math, Pre-algebra, Algebra, Geometry - $92. Algebra 2 -100.50, Precalculus -102.50.
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Reviews of Bob Jones math curriculum
| Time 2007-2008 school year |
I have three children and chose BJU satellite this year. I thought having all their classes on DVD would really free me up to do the renovations on our house. NOT. However, BJU does a beautiful job with the classes and I love the Christian perspective on everything.
Why you liked/didn't like the book:
I think the method of teaching on a topic for a week or so and then dropping it to go on to something completely different is frustrating. My 5th grader went over comparing fractions earlier in the year and 3 months later can't remember how to do it. BJU math classes are very good at explaining how and why.
Any other helpful hints:
I've been told the BJU math teaches children for higher level math. If you have the time to make daily worksheets to give, in addition to daily class, that would give your child a sample problem from all the other topics covered I'd say this would be a great program.
Melissa
Review left April 14, 2008
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Your situation:
Been homeschooling for only 5 months.
Why you liked/didn't like the book:
Don't like that it is really designed for a classroom, not a single student. Several of the great ideas for teaching new concepts are for multiple students. Also there is a lot of prep work. It is not inexpensive either. It would be great for multiple students.
Cheryl
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Your situation:
Using Bob Jones satellite because of multiple children and I did not have time to teach each one every subject. But I am afraid of changing curriculums and getting all messed up. I needed the videos for high school. My 3 graduated students did Saxon but in h.s. had tutoring for algebra and up. Any suggestions? I was thinking of rod and staff for the yonger kids. Then what for the upper grades?
Why you liked/didn't like the book:
I get bogged down with the estimating that is done all the time and they do not focus on mastering anything. They also in the upper grades do estimating and then front end estimating and my daughter has been doing this from 3rd to 8th gr and still can't remember how to do it.
Susan Jude
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| Grades: BJU Math 1 & 2 |
Time 1 1/2 years |
I have been using BJU Math for 1st and 2nd grade with my daughter. Overall, I would have to say this curriculum is great. I am finding that my daughter is having trouble currently with doing her math, but I don't believe its a BJU issue. I think with the holidays she just doesn't want to do school.
Why you liked/didn't like the book:
I like the curriculum because of these reasons:
1) it's colorful and keeps my daughters attention
2) it goes through math step by step to make sure the child understands the concept
3) If your child has trouble catching on, you can always supplement with other workbooks from BJU (such as Spread your Wings) which will help reinforce these concept some more
4) The curriculum makes good use of manipulatives but you don't have to purchase a ton of them to use this curriculum. Every day items also work (like beans or candy for instance)
What I don't like about the curriculum:
1) It's expensive
2) Sometimes it takes a long time to organize the lesson for the day and a long time to teach it (this isn't every lesson, but probably about 20% of the lessons take me awhile to organize and then about 1 hour to teach. I think that is too long)
3) The tests are not colored which is a pain when you are trying to test your child on things like money. It is very hard to actually see what coins they are trying to ask about.
4) The teacher and student materials often times take a long time to prepare. Cutting out 20 circles and coloring them takes alot of time.
The bottom line is that BJU Math is an overall good curriculum. I just wish you didn't have to spend so much time trying to teach basic concepts or atleast I wish that more of the stuff that is included with the curriculum was more prepared. Other than that, using this curriculum has improved my daughters math skills and its right on target with her course of study for the year.
Any other helpful hints:
I purchase this curriculum from yahoo groups that are dedicated to selling BJU curriculum. You can get on a HOMESAT group list which only sells current editions and pay alot less for the curriculum which is slightly used or in almost new condition. EBay no longer sells teacher editions. I have purchased all my 2nd grade materials through the loop and everyone I dealt with was honest and sent the stuff in a decent amount of time. Otherwise you will pay top dollar if you order through BJU or other resellers.
Michelle
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| Grades: Algebra 1 |
Time 6 months |
Your situation:
We'd been struggling for a year with Saxon's Algebra 1 and wanted to try something new. Saxon seemed to introduce things in complex ways.
Why you liked/didn't like the book:
Bob Jones was a welcome new start for us. The kids were vaguely familiar with the concepts, but hadn't mastered them. They are practicing one thing at a time (building on known concepts) and gaining confidence as they move through the book. We spent so much time struggling, it's refreshing to have a book that presents things clearly, rather than jumbling new concepts in the middle of complex problems.
Any other helpful hints:
I'd have math all five days of the week; the family I'm teaching for has school four days, but we could get a lot more done with the extra day. The three day weekend just seems to set them back and half of class on Monday ends up being review.
Jessica Hobbs |
| Grades: 7 |
Edition: Fundamentals of Math |
Time 5 months |
Bob Jones has a strong multi-sensory approach in the early grades which is great. The teaching is also sound and gives glory to God. In the later grade, I am finding the pace is behind a public school student I am tutoring. My dilemma is whether to use this book at a faster pace or choose a different curriculum. Many plusses other than the pace of the program.
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