We have been so blessed by using this curriculum. Our children love the exciting adventures we embark on through the special books used with Five in a Row. Our library has become a doorway to far-off places as we eagerly discover more about the world around us.My children so enjoy "school time" that they would not let me take a break from Five in a Row when our fourth baby was born. This was not a problem as the curriculum is so easy to implement! It gave my older ones some much needed cuddle time and attention.Does it work? I've yet to meet any other 3 year olds who can explain personification! But more importantly than recalling facts, my children have acquired a love of learning that will last a lifetime.