I want to say that I am not bothered by making Youngling's worksheets, even though they do take a little bit of time. What I enjoy about it is the ability to tailor her learning experience to what she is ready for. Whatever she had more difficulties with the day before, it is carried over into her lessons for the next day. There is always something "fresh" for her to stretch her skills with, but I make sure to add small portions of previous exercises also.

With the purchase of her new workbook, I have cut down on my own time spent designing lessons. Of course, the book will not fit all of her needs, but it also provides exercises for her that I might not have thought of otherwise. So, a healthy mixture of both booklet and "Mom-made" lessons should be the most beneficial.

I admit to being a little surprised at the relative ease with which Youngling is able to complete the lessons in her workbook. I had expected for the kindergarten level book to be a little more difficult for her. Of course, I'm not upset in the slightest. We will just keep going, and if I have to look into more advanced materials for her when we settle down to truly being our "school year", in the fall. We will see.