Hi, mom24. My name is Rachel and I am happy to answer some of your questions.

It sounds like you have a very bright girl with just a little learning gliche - or block with math memorization. I have a couple suggestions for you that I think will help you and your daughter.

First, if you are looking for a whole new curriculum, I would suggest Starter Kit Level C. (http://activitiesforlearning.com/starterkitlevelcwithalabacusstandard.aspx) Level C will continue to work with addition and subtraction as well as start multiplication. It also has a fabulous geometry section towards the middle of the manual which the kids really love - at least my kids loved it. If you question whether to start at Level C, you can take the beginning level questionnaire at: http://www.alabacus.com/questions/. I have 3 boys that I have taught using RightStart and all three have VERY different learning types. My oldest son learns very well visually. This program has been incredible for him because it 'shows' him math in a variety of different ways.

Another suggestion I have, you had mentioned in your post. You could continue in your current curriculum and add 'Activities For The AL Abacus' kit. This will give you another way for your daughter to 'visualize' math. The manual is sorted by topics so you can choose a topic based on what you are learning in your curriculum. I would also suggest getting the 'Math Card Games' kit. This will give your daughter practice with math facts WITHOUT doing tons of boring worksheets. This might give her more incentive to practice her math facts. There are 300 different games to choose from. The Math Card Games manual is also divided up in different topics (ie. addition, subtraction, multiplication, time, fractions, etc) so if you want to practice addition facts, just pick one of the games listed and play it. You will be amazed how quickly your daughter will pick up on her math facts.

Please let me know if you still have questions. You can post on this site or you can email your questions at info@alabacus.com. You can also call our help desk at (888)272-3291.

Have a great day!