June 9th, 2011 / 192 Comments » / by Terri
Trivium Pursuit is giving away 4 copies Teaching the Trivium: Christian Homeschooling in a Classical Style by Harvey and Laurie Bluedorn
How can you give your children the tools they need to teach themselves? Long ago students were first taught how to learn. Today, students are taught an encyclopedia of subjects – trivia – but they are not taught the basic skills of learning: to discover, to reason, and to apply. They are not taught the Trivium.
Can you homeschool in a classical style without compromising your Christian principles? Because we are Christians, we do not want to pursue non-Christian goals. Classical Education must be sifted through the critical screen of the Scriptures to be transformed into a Biblical model.
Can you homeschool in a classical style without buckling under the burden? There is only so much time in the day. For every subject, and for every age, we have a workable plan – which leaves you free to breathe. You can continue to use other approaches to homeschooling within the framework of Classical Education.
Is homeschooling about renewing family vision? The family is at the heart of God’s plan for restoring Christian culture. Homeschooling is not alternative education. Homeschooling was here first. We want to restore Biblical order to education.
Pages 640
Binding softcover
Length 6×9
Price: $32.49
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June 9th, 2011 / 206 Comments » / by Terri
Discover the joys of word-craft!
Whether you are a teacher, a student, or simply a lover of words, The Writer’s Toolbox will help develop your appreciation for the well-crafted phrase using time-tested tools called rhetorical devices. Rhetorical devices were first examined by the rhetoricians of ancient Greece. Writers and speakers have been honing these devices ever since in their search for clarity and beauty in language. Discover these tools for yourself in thirty short, enjoyable lessons in The Writer’s Toolbox.
The Writer’s Toolbox Features:
- Thirty engaging lessons
- Clear explanations
- Examples from literature and oratory
- Exercises with answer key
- Review lessons and games
Read more here:
www.writerstoolbox.net
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June 9th, 2011 / 177 Comments » / by Terri
Need a hand in the kitchen? Molly can help.
From planning meals to putting them on the table, feeding a family is a big job. In the Kitchen With Molly is the next best thing to having a personal chef.
This new E-Book contains 12 weeks of menu plans, one for each month of the year, plus shopping lists and printable recipe cards. With the planning done for you, you’ll have more time to spend enjoying your family or tackling other projects that need your attention.
And with Molly, the focus is always on frugality. These recipes not only save you time, but they also save you money. Trimming dollars from the grocery bill can add up to a significant difference in the family budget, and having meals planned means you’ll eat out less often. That’s good for your wallet and your waistline.
Read more here:
http://www.theoldschoolhousestore.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=166&products_id=19281
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June 9th, 2011 / 137 Comments » / by Terri
Ready for a big dose of encouragement?
No time to travel?
No extra money for hotels…parking…and eating out?
Can’t break away from your family?
Well…we have the PERFECT solution! Join us for our ULTIMATE events! We are here to encourage, inspire, and equip you for your call. Every single chat and event is loaded with wonderful teaching AND lots of goodies that will help you homeschool. Don’t miss even one!
Our speakers provide us with wonderful doorprizes and bonus materials! Join us today for hundreds of dollars in free products, money saving coupons, eBooks, handouts, fliers and so much more!
Read more here:
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June 9th, 2011 / 239 Comments » / by Terri
Growing With Grammar
This grammar course includes 8 separate grades (levels) that excel in teaching
grammar rules and grammar usage. Here’s how we do it.
1. Each grammar book teaches the basics of grammar in a way that is age-
appropriate for the level.
2. Each grammar book also teaches advanced grammar concepts that are age-
appropriate for the level.
3. Each grammar book briefly reviews the advanced concepts taught in prior levels.
4. Sentence diagramming is taught beginning in Level 3. We believe sentence diagramming is a great tool which assists the student in actually understanding the parts of speech and how they relate to each other.
5. Each Student Workbook contains lessons that reinforce concepts in teaching grammar that are appropriate for the level.
6. Each level also contains plenty of review to reinforce the concepts taught in
that level.
7. In our grammar course, the answer keys for all levels are separate from the
Student Workbook. This makes our program ideal for any setting where the
teacher is promoting independent study. In fact, one of the best compliments we
have received from the users of Growing With Grammar is that this program is so
easy to understand that many students routinely complete their assignments with
little intervention from their teacher.
8. All books in this grammar course are spiral bound, which enables them to lie
completely flat while opened.
By the time the student has completed level 8 of the series, he has had comprehensive exposure to the basics of grammar. He has also been exposed to
numerous advanced grammar concepts throughout the series. After completing
the series, the student should have obtained a firm grasp on English grammar.
Soaring with Spelling and Vocabulary
This spelling program includes 8 separate grades (levels) that excel in teaching
spelling and vocabulary. Here’s how we do it.
1. The spelling and vocabulary worksheets in Level 1 start with a gentler
approach by introducing the student to simple one and two-syllable list words for
each lesson. The list words for the Level 1 spelling worksheets demonstrate simple
long and short vowel sounds, as well as an introduction to vowel and consonant
blends. The complexity of the list words and the concepts they cover become
more difficult as the Levels progress.
2. The spelling worksheets in each lesson also include the definition for each
list word. These vocabulary definitions are used in the exercises in the spelling
and vocabulary worksheets for that week.
3. Our spelling books contain fun games that are age appropriate.
4. Each spelling book lesson in each level contains a bit of writing such as
writing the list words, copying a sentence, or writing the definition for a list word.
5. There is a review lesson after every five lessons in each level, which acts as a
review for the previous five lessons.
6. The answer keys for our spelling program are separate from the spelling
worksheets. This makes our program ideal for teaching spelling where the
teacher is promoting independent study.
7. All books in this spelling and vocabulary program are spiral bound,
which enables them to lie completely flat while opened.
Winning With Writing
This writing course includes 8 separate grades (levels) that excel in teaching
writing techniques. Here’s how we do it.
1. Each writing book teaches the basics of writing in a way that is age-appropriate
for the level.
2. This program covers numerous types of writings, such as essays and research
papers.
3. This program teaches a student how to organize and outline his thoughts for a
writing project.
4. Enough space is provided within each book for the student to complete the
writing assignments.
5. The answer keys for all levels are separate from the workbook. This makes
our program ideal for any setting where the teacher is promoting independent
study.
6. All books in this writing course are spiral bound, which enables them to lie
completely flat while opened.
By the time the student has completed level 8 of the series, he has had
comprehensive exposure to many different types of writing and should be a well-
organized writer with the confidence to tackle any writing project.
Would you like to win this set of 3 books, valued at $61.97? Enter a comment below, along with a way to contact you, and you will be entered into our drawing. We’ll post the winner tomorrow morning! Winner will choose one grade level.
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June 9th, 2011 / 217 Comments » / by Terri
My Audio School exists to provide children with excellent audio content on a variety of school subjects in a format that they can easily use all by themselves.
My Audio School offers children safe and easy access to classic audio books, interesting educational old time radio drama, and television and radio broadcasts of historic events. My Audio School is a treasure trove for the classical educator, with almost 600 distinct audio resources currently available for subscribers, including over 350 full-length downloadable audio books. Easy to use, organized by historical time period, and thoughtfully illustrated, My Audio School is a bargain at just $14.99 for a full year subscription.
Read more here:
http://www.myaudioschool.com/
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June 9th, 2011 / 152 Comments » / by Terri
School is Where the Home Is
An estimated 2 million children are homeschooled in the United States. This is a devotional for those dedicated parents.
Mellott’s 180 anecdotal devotionals explore specific homeschooling issues and present biblical truths to guide parents through challenging times. Themes include:
- Homeschool Basics—fundamentals such as obedience to the call, prioritizing, decision-making
- Homeschool and You—how homeschooling affects the primary educator (and vice versa)
- Homeschool and Family—juggling parenting, marriage, education, and domestic life
- Gifts We Give Our Children—intangible gifts, from a godly heritage to freedom to pursue their dreams
- And A Child Will Lead them—discovering life and faith though our child’s eyes
- Spiritual Vitamins: inspiration for Christian life, addressing fear, faith, prayer, and more
- Faith of Their Own—intentional discipleship that nurtures children in their own faith
School Is Where the Home Is presents a unique blend of the practical and inspirational for today’s homeschooling parents.
Read more here:
http://www.judsonpress.com/product.cfm?product_id=15451
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June 9th, 2011 / 156 Comments » / by Terri
Summer is a great time for nature study – especially when it involves cool, refreshing water! Enjoy fun science explorations this summer using the multitude of creative ideas found in the NaturExplorers Incredible Creeks study!
Read more here:
http://shiningdawnbooks.com/available-units/incredible-creeks/
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June 6th, 2011 / 220 Comments » / by Terri
Seasons at Home Magazine:
2011 – The Work of Our Hands
Our newest issue, delivering mid June 2011.
The Work of Our Hands will have the wonderful things each issue has had in the past.
Make Simple Bunk Beds with the Wise Guy for the dads, The Hundred Acre Wood tea, Keeping Goats & Chickens (A visit to a family farm), Beginning Hardanger with a Joyous Notecard, Dyeing Yarn and Ribbon, Farmhouse Foods, Living Books, Just For Boys, and how about some encouragement from Amy Pak from Homeschool in the Woods? She will contribute a great project from her Industrial Revolution Time Traveler, plus more! 44 pgs.
Read more here:
http://joyoushome.com/seasons-at-home-magazine-2/
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June 6th, 2011 / 236 Comments » / by Terri
Raising Real Men: Surviving, Teaching and Appreciating Boys by Hal & Melanie Young
Christian Small Publishers 2011 Book of the Year
“Raising Real Men is long overdue… In an era when the church has lost a biblical concept of masculinity and femininity this book is a breath of fresh air.”
-Dr. Tedd Tripp, author of Shepherding a Child’s Heart
“I wish I had read Raising Real Men years ago. It is a wisdom-packed resource, and I heartily recommend it to you.”
- Phil Downer, Discipleship Network of America
“This is just what the doctor ordered for parents who want to raise capable Christian men of character.”
John Rosemond, author of Parenting by the Book
“…wonderful, warmhearted, and practical… a must-read for any parent blessed with boys.”
Kevin Swanson, Generations with Vision
“This is a book that every family should have… as the book gives tremendous insight into understanding how boys think and why they act as they do. This book meets a crying need in an area where there is very little specific direction. Thank you Hal and Melanie for this outstanding work of the Lord.”
J. Michael Smith, Esq., President, Home School Legal Defense Association
We are offering the Mom & Dad Special: A hardcopy book for mom and an audiobook for Dad to listen to on his commute.
Read more here:
http://www.raisingrealmen.com/orders/
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