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Here is a list of new articles, classes and Homeschool information.
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HOMESCHOOLERS: I WANT TO HELP YOU!
I was homeschooled from first grade through
high school. Now I have a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies and English from Southeastern College at Wake Forest.
My husband and I will be moving to Kernersville in February. I will be tutoring
at several schools in the area with
Academics Plus, Inc., but I would also love to help the homeschoolers in the area.
I am available to tutor
students in English, Grammer, and Writing. I also proof-read, edit, and grade papers for middle and high school
students. I will meet with students
to explain my edits if desired. When I was in high school my mom had an outside editor
grade my work, and it was great for me to have a non-emotional source to provide professional correction.
If these
options are of interest to you, please contact me!
Jennie Harrell
dustandjenharrell@juno.com
(919)609-4280
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The
Lukeion Project
We are
Christian archaeologists, home school parents, and the founders of The Lukeion Project. We provide live, online classes
on ancient Greece
and Roman as well as Bible backgrounds and Latin. Being a young company that’s run by a home school family for home school families, we’re
always searching for ways to tell people what we’re doing. Would it be too much to ask you to share
this with your group?
You may find our website at:
www.lukeion.org
Regan L. Barr
Holly Springs, NC
regan@lukeion.org
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Hello,
My name is Teresa. I have homeschooled for 13 years, am a certified
teacher and freelance writer. Recently I took 12 unit studies that I created and sold in San Antonio and put them all
on on CD to offer to homesschoolers for $10. I also am writing a Free on line magazine for girls ages 10-14. This
is called Tween magazine. Could you look at the information about both of these items and refer them to your homeschool
coop, email list or link us to your site. This is a mom trying to share some useful items with other homeschool moms.
Thank Teresa www.tweenmag.com
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New Christian children's bedtime storybook called Star Lights For Starry I. It has 31 entries for
a one-month cycle. The book contains a Bible verse for each night.
On-Line Tutoring  |
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Dear Fellow Homeschooler,
My name is Brad Scott and I am writing
to seek your assistance. I am a father of two homeschooled children and am trying to let others know that
I can provide on-line tutoring to grades 8 - 12 level math students. With the advent of technology, online tutoring has become
virtually as effective as tutoring in person. Because of my support of, and belief in, homeschooling,
it is primarily to
homeschooled student whom I wish to provide my services. It is difficult to find an effective means to reach homeschooled
students and I wish to gain your assistance. If there is any means by which you could inform other homeschoolers of my services
(ex.: newsletters/links on websites/word of mouth, etc.), I would be most grateful. Or if there are any avenues you could
suggest I should try, I would greatly appreciate that, too.
It is now possible to receive effective tutoring -online-
using the
collaborative software called NetMeeting. Nearly all current Windows operating systems come with this software
already installed, and it is a free download to those who do not have it. NetMeeting has proven to fulfill all the requirements
conducive to excellent tutoring communications. These include full-duplex speech capability (just like a telephone) with speakers
and microphone; video via webcam; text messaging; file transfer abilities; and MOST EXCITING: an interactive "whiteboard"
where both the student and tutor can draw on the same screen, and make changes to the other participant's work.
My
expertise is drawn from having two young children who also are being homeschooled; in addition to my more than 10 years math
tutoring experience. My aim with students is to explain things in a clear logical way that they will understand; instructing
them in the WHY more than in the HOW. This style of teaching is directed to COMPREHENSION rather than RETENTION, the student
to understand why they're doing what they're doing, as
opposed to having to remember how to do something. Learning of this
nature will stay with them for their lifetime. It is this approach which has rewarded me at the end of many sessions with
the exclamation: "That's SO EASY!"
I do enjoy my work as a math tutor very much, and would love to offer my service
to those, like myself, who believe, and are involved in, homeschooling. Would you please consider spreading my information
to those within the homeschooling community with whom you may have contact? Any assistqnce would be greatly appreciated. I
truly wish to help students realize that math can be both enjoyable and easy. And my efforts are to do what I can to help
them.
For more information, or to contact me, the following are available:
http://www.mathbrainiacs.netmathbrainiacs@shaw.ca
AOL IM: Astir777
Yahoo!Messenger: Astir7777
MSN: Astir777@hotmail.com
NetMeeting: mathbrainiacs@shaw.ca
604-551-9450 (1200 - 2300 Pacific Time)
Thank you for your time and consideration of my request.
Sincerely,
Brad
Scott
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The Arrows
I am a Christian and the father of a homeschooling family with five children. My wife and I have been homeschooling for 17 years. My four oldest children
have released their first CD of Christian songs. Is there a way we can let your group know that the CD is available
for purchase? You can listen to a few of their songs on their website at www.thearrows.org. I have enclosed below a recent press release about
the CD.
Thanks,
Ray Traylor
(870) 863-9237
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Public Relations
The Arrows
Phone: 1(870)863-9237 (publicist)
Email: thearrows@thearrows.org
Web: http://www.thearrows.org
New Music from Local Christian Group
The Arrows' New Album: Justice Met Grace
October
31, 2005 : El Dorado, AR Months of preparation and anticipation came to an end as The Arrows, a Christian
musical group of homeschoolers, announced the release of their new album: Justice Met
Grace. The CD has twelve tracks, including one Romanian song. This album is a compilation of some of the group's favorite and most touching songs. "We hope that God will use this album to bless people," says Jessica Traylor, The Arrows' alto singer. "More than anything, we want to be used by Jesus."
Justice Met Grace is a mix of a cappella old hymns,
praise and worship music, and up-beat southern gospel. The Arrows' bass singer,
Jonathan Traylor, demonstrates his ability on the keyboard and guitar on some of the music of this album. Other tracks showcase The Arrows' family harmony in a cappella vocal.
In Justice Met Grace, you will hear the influence of the clear vocal blend
of the The Martins, the rich harmonies of The Cathedrals, and the beautiful melodies of Selah.
The new
release is available on The Arrows' website: www.thearrows.org. At their website, you can also listen to four of the songs from the new album and read about The Arrows'
background. For more information or to invite The Arrows to minister at your
church or event, contact Rachelle at 1(870)863-9237 or http://www.thearrows.org.
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Homeschool Discount Cards
Dear Homeschool Group Leaders, Board Members and Individuals;
We are writing all homeschool groups to inform them of changes to JoAnn Fabrics
Registration process for their Teacher Discount Card. Because of a change they have
made to their registration process many home educators are feeling frustrated and alienated. PEAH has worked with JoAnn's to make special access codes for home
educators to be able to register on line for your own teacher discount card easy
and hassle free. This discount code is assigned by state and is only for Home Educators.
JoAnn's management is in the process of approving a Press Release that will
be distributed only within the homeschool community to notify you of the process. They
are trying to be inclusive of ALL home educators. They are also very trusting as a consistent
and guaranteed way of recognizing home educators is not available. We respectfully request,
"please make the discount code assigned for your state only available to individuals whom you know are home educators", as abused programs are more likely to
be eliminated.
You may obtain the access code that applies for your homeschool families at
http://www.peah.com/joann.php. Should you have any questions about this or if there
is any way we can be of service to you and your members, please let us know.
PEAH is working on behalf of all home educators to communicate special teacher
discounts, negotiate with companies who do not currently include homeschoolers in special
teacher discount programs and develop educational programs.
Further, it is not our intention to send unwanted information so should you wish
to be removed from our list of homeschool groups and notification
list please let me know. If we may include your group's information in our on-line
Homeschool Resource Directory please let me know. We want to make sure you get only
the information you want from us and that we make correct and appropriate information
available with your permission.
Sincerely,
Margaret Kahn
You may contact me directly at: my home office (972) 355-6463 OR (214)
532-7324 http://www.peah.com
The PEAHcard Network; offering effective solutions for today's changing education
environment.
Our Network is for Home Educators By Home Educators. The privacy of homeschool
families is our utmost concern! The information of our homeschool families is always
private and confidential. We never share, give, sell, or lend their personal information. Feedback, comments and HOMESCHOOL information that does not identify an
individual(s) is shared on our website and provided upon request.
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Interactive Parables
Greetings,
We are hoping that you are interested in these new resources that will assist you in your
teaching efforts at homeschools, churches, and homes.
Just released is The Interactive Parables, an education product
for your PC. Students 10 years and older will be engaged to learn about Jesus' Parables since the lessons are meshed
in a fun game. More details below.
In addition, there are some more titles releasing this fall like lessons about
Samson. Also, there are two awesome titles coming from Digital Praise based on the Adventures in Odyssey brand.
That brand is extremely
popular and was created by Focus on the Family. While these two titles aren't as lesson
intensive as Interactive Parables, they do present a solid moral values in the stories that factor in Bible topics.
Also
available is lesson-intensive products that teach about America's Founders. Christian Founders has over 24 in-depth
lessons and One Nation Under God has over 40 hours of learning.
We would be honored to supply you with these and similar
quality products to assist you. Please keep GraceWorks Interactive in mind for all
Christian-related products as
we distribute the better products. Please contact us if you are interested in any way. You can simply reply or
call toll free via (877) 753-7391.
The Interactive Parables is a fun, 3-D platform
style game combining lessons from the Parables of Jesus. There are twenty four lessons from Jesus' Parables grouped
together by theme. Complete each lesson to win a crown. A great Bible-based product for your family, church or
home school. It is available at a reasonable price and site licensing is available.
The lessons were prepared
with W. Gregg Strawn, a minister for over 20 years teaching all ages.
Within the game, you will fly, slide, jump, bounce,
dodge, search, and solve puzzles in 20 game levels. Meanwhile, you are learning about the lesson based on Jesus' Parables.
The Interactive Parables is a great tool
to have fun and learn at the same time. With twenty four lessons, it fully
covers every Parable told by Jesus Christ. It promotes understanding and retention while providing positive experiences
for students. It requires
Windows 98, ME, XP, or XP Pro and 3D graphics capability. It's packaged in a slim-line
jewel case.
The Interactive Parables Offers 24 Lessons and 20 Game
Levels
The Debtors & the Great Pearl, The Friend at Midnight & 10 Virgins, The Good Samaritan,
The Good Shepherd
The Growing Seed, The Lost Coin & Lost Sheep, The Prodigal Son, The Merciless Servant, The Mustard
Seed & Yeast In Dough, The Rich Young Fool, The Sheep & Goats, The Shrewd Manager, Two Sons & Barren Fig Tree,
The Sower - Details, The Sower - Explained, The Talents and Minas, The Vineyard Workers, The Wedding & Great Banquets,
The Weeds & Fishing Net, The Wicked Tenants, The Widow, Pharisees, & Tax Collectors, The Wineskin, The Wise Men
Game Levels
Simple, Floaters, One Floor,
The Pyramid, Three Pyramids, Square Room, Pyramid Maze, The Wandering Path, Bizarre World, The Great Hall, Mole Hills, Standing
Tall, The Mines, Chimneys, The Dark Castle,
TriRoom, One Way, Barrel Factory, Leap Of Faith,
Drum Room
For other
Christian Games, see
http://CGNow.com/sale.htmMay God richly bless you,
Tim Emmerich
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Dear Homeschool Group,
A sparkling, newly enhanced resource is now ready for the homeschool community: WorldandIHomeschool.com. This online monthly
offers a wealth of timeless, in-depth articles on current affairs, the arts, science, literature, global culture studies,
and more, published over 20 years. Explore it for yourself:
www.worldandihomeschool.com
You’ll find a number of attractive features here, including curriculum pages, over 1,600 updated Schooling
at Home columns, the photo-rich “Our World: Sights & Stories,” and the weekly Headlines in Review.
Then
there are fascinating collections such as “The Civil War,” “Scientists: Past & Present,” and “World
of Nature.” Also Crossword Puzzles, Teacher’s Guide lesson plans, even a Spanish page, complete with audio version.
And with our new individualized service, you can save your researched articles and find your recent search history.
Truly
a family resource, our site is ideal for middle and high school level children and as a resource for parents of those at the
elementary school level.
Subscribe now by going to www.worldandischool.com and www.worldandijournal.com, with features like the new “Shedding Light on Islam” collection.
For excellence
in education, try WorldandIHomeschool.com. Sincerely,
Burt Leavitt Education Program Manager education@worldandi.com
Toll-free 866-211-6040 (U.S.) Tel. 202-636-3334 Fax 202-832-5780
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Dear Homeschooling Friends at Tri-County Area Home Educators,
I am writing to ask for your help in launching a new
service for homeschoolers: the Homeschool Buyers Co-op, a nonprofit* California corporation. The idea is that school
districts get discounts for educational products and services – why not homeschoolers?
School districts get educational
discounts because they make large purchases - they have purchasing power. We homeschoolers, on the other hand, routinely
pay retail prices because we buy in small quantities. As independent buyers, we have no purchasingpower.
A large,
national buyer cooperative of homeschoolers can change that by giving members the same purchasing power as the largest school
districts in the country. I proved that to myself this summer when I attended a homeschooling conference and asked many
of the exhibitors: “Would you give homeschoolers discounts if we bought in quantity?” The universal
answer was “Certainly!” I then placed a call to the educational division at Dell Computer and asked them
the same question. The result of that is
that, from August 19 through September 30, Dell will give Homeschool Buyers Co-op
members up to 39% off on selected PC’s and peripherals. In the future, the Co-op will negotiate discounts from
other suppliers for products such as curriculum, media, science kits, books, educational games and toys.
The key to
our future success as a cooperative is broad support within the homeschooling community and a large membership. That’s
where you could help. By becoming an official sponsor of the Homeschool Buyers Co-op and getting the word out to your
members, you can play a critical part in building the Co-op into an effective service organization for the entire homeschooling
community.
There is no cost or obligation to becoming a sponsor. You simply give us permission to list you as
a sponsor on our web site, and, hopefully, get the word out to your members. The Co-op will proudly display your organization’s
name and link on our site. A large list of sponsors will show educational suppliers that there is strong support for
the Homeschool Buyers Co-op in the homeschooling community.
You will probably have many questions about this new organization.
Please take a look at a special preview of the upcoming Homeschool Buyers Co-op web site: http://www.homeschoolbuyersco-op.org/Preview/Welcome.htm.
The preview site will answer many of your questions.
I sincerely hope we can count
on your support! I look forward to hearing from you.
Warm regards,
Brett Walter
Homeschooling Dad,
and
President
Homeschool Buyers Co-op
Tel: 650-530-1959
Fax: 650-649-1949
brett.walter@homeschoobuyersco-op.org
* We are in the process of filing for nonprofit status.
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