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Monthly Archives: January 2012
Jan. 31, 2012
Fun Inspiration: Optical Illusion
My brother-in-law sent me a link to this optical illusion wherein you shake you head to see the image behind the black bars. Intrigued, I decided to see if I could replicate the effect. Shake Your Head Ah-ha! What's so … Continue reading
Tagged extracurricular
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Jan. 30, 2012
On the Job Training
As homeschoolers, we have the opportunity to learn right along with our kids. That's a benefit to homeschooling. So it's a little odd to me when people suggest homeschooling falls apart when the student reaches a point in, say, math … Continue reading
Tagged curriculum, education, Encouragement, help, high school, Homeschooling, learning, math, science
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Jan. 25, 2012
A Reason Credentials Shouldn't Concern Homeschoolers
He could have been my older brother; a handsomer,* smarter, more well-adjusted older brother, to be sure. But he was tall with thick hair, glasses, and a jaw like that of a Grecian statue. His eyes danced merrily as he … Continue reading
Tagged curriculum, Encouragement
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Jan. 24, 2012
I Love My Library
While we always have plenty to do to keep us occupied these winter days, sometimes I find that we get "cabin fever" and a change of scenery does us good. That's when I like to load up the kids … Continue reading
Tagged books, digital media, field trips, learning, library, socialization
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Jan. 18, 2012
Great Learning Opportunity Today: Internet Blackout
You may have noticed it already if you frequent a few popular websites, but some of the web has gone dark today. Wikipedia, WordPress, Google are all participating, so it's pretty easy to get access to some information on this … Continue reading
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Jan. 17, 2012
Providing a Comprehensive Educational Experience
I was taken aback when I read that the National Education Association has publicly stated that they believe "that home schooling programs based on parental choice cannot provide the student with a comprehensive education experience" (section B-82 of the 2011-2012 … Continue reading
Jan. 13, 2012
The Social vs Global Perspective
In an age where technology makes the world a tiny place, instantly accessible and connected, something rather the opposite is happening: We're becoming "social." On one level, I like that we can connect with people. On another, I fear we're … Continue reading
Tagged literature, missions
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