| Book of Centuries or Timeline |
AlternaTime
Tons of topics to find info for your time line. |
Art History Famous artists by time period
Alphabetized by artist also by time period. Find the artists in the time period you are studying or use for your time line project. |
Classical Composers Database
Time line available for composers - find your favorite or the guys who were working during the era of history you are studying. |
Donna Young - Charmaine Wistad's timeline
Directions and printables for your book of centuries or time line project. |
Homeschool in the Woods
Timeline figures, placement guide and history curriculum. |
Hyper History Online
Information to use to fill in your time line - People, events, scientists. |
Los Banos Homeschoolers
Printables for your time line notebook and directions to create one. |
Simply Charlotte Mason
Directions and printables for your Book of Centuries or time line notebook. |
Word Sight Bible Time line
Text only but allows you to add Bible events to your time line. |
| Charlotte Mason Resources |
Article about the Charlotte Mason Method
Article explaining the method and one home school moms journey using it. |
Ambleside Online
Site lays out Charlotte Mason Program by year and by term. Links to resources and sites suggested. |
The Baldwin Online Children's Literature Project
Locate living books here. |
Catherine Levison (author)
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Karen Andreola (author)
One of the original sites for Charlotte Mason techniques and advice. |
Living Books Curriculum
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Noeoscience
Noeo means understood. This curriculum is both classical and Charlotte Mason. Can buy everything you need or select items a la carte. They offer a 100x microscope for under $25.00. |
An Old Fashioned Education
Lots of ides to teach each subject as frugally as possible. Suggestions of appropriate living books and links to obtain them. |
Penny Gardner
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Simply Charlotte Mason
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The Tanglewood School Curriculum
Full curriculum or help to design your own. |
Winter Promise
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| Computer related |
Free Hostia
Free email accounts. |
Free webs
Free email accounts. |
Geocities
Free email accounts. |
Microsoft FREE word viewer
This freeware program allows users who do not own Microsoft WORD to view and print documents That were created in Word. |
Paypal
Don't get shut out of field trips, sign up for paypal now. This service is easy to use and will also allow you to pay for your field trips and membership without ever needing to send a check to our treasurer. Also good for ebay, Amazon and other online shopping. |
| Contests |
Association for Library Service to Children
Readers choice award program for books. This website describes their awards, provides lists of winners and a list of notable children's books. |
The Hershey Story Contest
History contest deadline 2/15/09. |
HSLDA Writing Contest
Writing contest for students ages 7 to 19. Deadline November 1, 2008. Open to members and non-members of HSLDA. |
Kids talk about God
Art and essay contest for kids. Win a trip to a dude ranch. |
National Geographic Photo Contest
Photography contest sponsored by the National Geographic. Open to ages 6-14. See website for details. |
Patrick Henry College writing Contest
Writing contest for ages 12 to 18. Deadling 11/30/08. |
National Honor Society
Links to contests. |
Alliance for Young Artists and Writers
Art and writing contest. |
The Center for the Book Library of Congress
Poetry and Art Contest. |
Weekly Reader
Contests in the magazine as well as corporate sponsored. |
USA Today
Student fiction contest |
National History Day
Group and individual contest related to history. |
Sons of the American Revolution
Essay contest. |
We the People
Idea of America Essay Contest (May be permanently discontinued) |
Math 24
Contests related to the game. |
Math Olympiads
Math Olympiad Contest |
Math Counts
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Mathematical Association of America American Mathematics Competitions
Contest and programs |
USA Mathematical Talent Search
Free mathematics competition open to all U.S. middle and high school students. Each year there are four rounds of five problems. |
Casio Education
Problem of the month contest. |
American Statistical Association
Poster contest related to Statistics |
Congressional Award
An award that recognizes students for achievement, iniative, and service |
| Coupons |
Coupons
Check back regularly for new coupons. Check before you make a purchase to see if there is a coupon for you. |
Ebates
Sign in here then go to the store front. Get rebate checks several times a year on the products you buy. Endorsed by club members Mark and Laurie Hauser. |
| Craft sites (some with educational component) |
Amazing moms
Both prechool and k-6 crafts, ideas, articles, suggestions and blog. |
Craft Bits
Wide variety of crafts to do with your kids. Includes bath, bead, crochet, knitting, paper, sewing, soap. wedding and holidays. |
Crafts for kids
Olympic themed crafts, animal and summer camp. Also has clip art and icons, scrapbooking and cards. |
Craft town
Wide variety of crafts. All kinds of materials, holidays and educational choices. |
Creative Kids at Home
Wide variety of Craft projects, education related, holidays, many mediums and materials to choose from. Crafts from recycled items and parent articles. |
Kids Craft Weekly
Weekly newsletter (approximately 40 archived themed newsletters) and several new crafts each week. |
Printable Crafts for Kids
Coloring pages and other craft templates and directions. Also has sister sites with additional craft ideas. |
| Curriculum Foreign Language |
Quintessential Language
Learn Chinese through storytelling. Other languages available. |
Bilingual Books
"Books with cd-rom, the 10 minutes a day series." Chinese, Arabic, Spanish, French. |
| Curriculum Handwriting |
Zeezok Publishing
Penmanship copybook in 6 different styles, including Abeka, Bob Jones, Zaner Bloser, Italic, Handwriting without tears. CD and ebook format allows you to print out only what you want. Combine history and handwriting with writings and quotes from America's Founding Fathers and presidents. |
| Curriculum history |
Zeezok Publishing
Writings and quotes from America's founding fathers and presidents with penmanship thrown in. Combine handwriting and American history. |
Past Times
"The newspaper that makes history fun". Occasional offers for a free trial issue. |
| Curriculum general |
Evan Moore Publishing
Unit study curriculum provider Evan Moore allows you to view the whole book on line before you buy. Sign up for their free newsletter. |
Beautiful Feet Books
Wide range of literature and curriculum. |
Bob Jones Press
Associated with Bob Jones University, Full range of curriculum available. |
Christian Liberty Press
Full range of curriculum avalable. With or without teacher support and transcripting. |
Christian Light Publications
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Classic Books
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Curriculum Express
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Design-A-Study
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Frank's Free Puzzles
Frank Armbruster (published in Practical Homeschooling) offers a few free vocabulary puzzles and sells a complete course if you are interested after checking out the puzzles. |
Geography Matters
Geography related products. |
Greathall Productions, Inc.
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Home Science Tools
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Joyce Herzog
DVD curriculum and teaching seminars. |
Inspirational Books at Pat's Place
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Konos, Inc.
Unit study curriculum created by two mom's who were homeschooling and couldn't find what they were looking for elsewhere. Character issues as well as academic subjects. |
Lamplighter Publishing
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LLM Creative Learning
Elenco innovative toys and kits |
Mantle Ministries (Richard
DVD and CD selections by acclaimed story teller Richard "Little Bear" Wheeler. Other items also available. |
Math Drill Express
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Mind Ware
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My Father's World
Science curriculum from a christian perspective. |
Penns Valley Publishers
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Queen Homeschool Supplies
Charlotte Mason designed curriculum. No twaddle here, just good literature. |
R&D Educational Center
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Rightstart Math
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Rosetta Stone
Foreign lanaguage on computer. Many obscure languages avalable. |
Teach Your Children Well
Reading and math curriculum available. Reading program for dyslexic and remedial readers as well as first time. Phonics based with immediate feedback and correction. Pronunciation CD available. Check out the website for freebies, placement tests and advice. Questions answered by phone or email in 24 hours, STRONG customer support of the program (Marshia). |
The Teacher's Orchard
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Treasure Box Press, LLC
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The University of Oklahoma Outreach, Center for Independent and Distance Learning
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Veritas Press
Classical curriculum as used in the Veritas School in the Lancaster, PA area. K through 12 curriculum available as a complete year or individual items. |
VideoText Interactive
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Vision Video
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Visual Manna
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White Crane Education
Mathematics, computer programing and the history and philosophy of martial arts of Okinawa and Japa. |
Home School Resource Exchange
Stop by the store to look before you buy. Can get most items for you. Large stock of used items. Classes for kids on many topics. 612-1516 |
Calvert School
Calvert Day School in Maryland is one of the first homeschool curriculum providers, sending complete courses to missionaries in the field to educate their children. Available with or without teacher support, you receive everything necessary for a full year of education in one box. |
Brigham Young University BYU Idependent Study
Grades 7 through 12 available as well as college courses. Whole curriculum or just one subject. |
University of Nebraska - Lincoln Independent Study High School
High school at home. All courses or just one. |
Alpha Omega Publications Switched On Schoolhouse
Curriculum done on computer. Typing necessary. Can be all classes or just some. Teacher support available, |
Texas Tech University Outreach and Distance Learnng (K-12)
Offering curriculum for grades K through 12. |
Distance Learning Systems
Offering grades 5 through 12. |
West River Academy
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Curriculum Services
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Clonlara School
Supports students with learning disibiilities. Teacher support available. NAtionally recognized for excellence. |
Oak Meadow School
Offering prek through 12. With or without teacher support. Full curriculum. |
Robinson Self-Teaching curriculum
Developed by a father after his wife passed away. He wanted to continue their home education but still needed to work, so he developed a method that allowed the children to teach themselves. One purchase for a k through 12 education on 22 cd's. |
The Alger Learning Center and Independence High School
Unchooling recognition and support as well as more traditional programs. Available for K through 12. |
Patrick Henry College
The nation's only college for homeschoolers by homeschoolers. HSLDA founder Mike Farris built this school from the ground up. They offer some high school and college courses at home as well as writing tutors for high school students. |
American School of Correspondence
High school classes. |
Humanities and Sciences Academy
High School Classes |
Liberty University Distance Learning Admissions
High School Classes. |
University of Missouri - Columbia
High School Classes. |
Griggs University & International Academy
High School Classes. |
Tobin's Lab
Homeschool mom Tammy couldn't find products to satisfy her son's scientific curiosity and so she rounded up all you could ever need to complete science curriculum and experiments. |
Sonlight Curriculum
Literature based curriculum. "Love to learn" guarantee, try it for up to six months risk free. |
West River Academy
K-12 homeschool your way. High School diploma program available. Minimum oversight = maximum freedom |
Vantage Learning
Writing courses take the intimidation out of teaching your student to write well. Immediate feedback builds your students confidence in his or her writing abilities. |
Go Phonics
Six storybook volumes in phonics building block sequences. |
Medici College
Online classical education. Earn college credit while completing your high school degree. |
Nomad Press
Science curriculum and biographies. |
Shoofly
Storytelling, music, poetry for 3 to 7 y.o.s. Great for nap time and car trips. |
Everything Homeschooling
Daily learning activities, weekly lessons, unit studies, hands on projects, homeschool planner, log, help, forums, more. K-12. All subjects. |
| Curriculum math |
Chalk Dust Company
DVD curriculum for Saxon Math and other products. |
Math DVD Tutoring
Math Tutoring. |
Math Help from Carnegie
Math Tutoring. |
Math Help From Microsoft
Math Tutoring. |
Math Tutor DVD
Math and physics tutorials available on DVD. Taught by example problems. Basic math, pre algebra, Algebra I & II, Physics, trigonometry, and pre calc. |
| Curriculum reading |
Growing with Grammar
Grammar program that allows student to work independently. No teacher manual. |
| Curriculum science |
Noeoscience
Noeo means understood. This curriculum is a cross between classical and Charlotte Mason styles. Offers Biology, Physics and Chemistry. Everything you need can be purchased or buy a la carte. |
Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc.
Christian based science curriculum by Dr. Jay Wyle. |
McWizKid Science Kits
45 experiments, 66 hands on experiments. Book and pdf CD available. Learn math skill in measurement and making graphs. |
The Science Fair
"Science supplies, kits, projects. From agar to physics, chemistry, biology, lab equipment & supplies." |
Home Science Tools
"Hands on experiment kits, chemistry supplies, curriculum, microscopes, and a full selection of discovery tools for K-12." |
| Curriculum unit studies |
Highlights of Homeschooling
Reasonably priced unit studies about 30 to 150 pages and cost around $3.00 to $5.00. |
Weather Unit Study by the University of Illinois Extension
CAUTION this site starts talking as soon as you click on it. University of Illinois Extension interactive program for kids. |
| Curriculum Writing |
Creative Writing Co-op for Teens
Karen Lange, respected home school author, host this site for improving writing skills. |
Writing Strands
"Unique language arts program. Guided exercises progress incrementally and allow students to work independently, yet provide the guidance students need to sharpen their ability to inform, persuade and entertain in writing." |
| Cyber Charter Schools |
21 st Cetntury Cyber Charter
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Agora Ctyber Charter School
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PA Cyber Charter School
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PA Virtual Cyber Charter School
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Commonwealth Connections Academy
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PA Leadership Cyber Charter School
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| Eduational animals and insects |
The Amazing World of Birds
All things bird. Extinct birds, migration, molting, nesting, eggs, anatomy, identification and more. |
The Butterfly Website
All things butterfly - articles, photo gallery, videos, gardening, conservation, exhibits, clip art, and FAQ's. |
Cornell Feederwatch program
Be a part of one of the largest experiments around. The Cornell feeder watch program relies on volunteer participants all over the nation to enter their observations in order to assess trends and patterns in the bird population. Anyone can be a participant, but sign ups are necessary. |
Cornell lab of Ornithology
Join the feeder watch program and have a fun time getting to know the local birds in your backyard. Be a part of one of the largest annual bird studies. State standards curriculum also available. Coloring pages, bird calls, more related to birds. |
Florida Museum of Natural History
Moth and butterfly curriculum with suggested reading list. |
The Incredible World of Mammals
Definitions, skeleton. milk, blood, heart, reproduction, evolution, social order and more. Select the info that suits and enrich your study of animals. |
Monarch Waystation at the University of Kansas
This site provides information both on the plants, both milkweed and nectar to attract and nourish monarch butterflies as they migrate. Also provided is information on gardening - selecting, growing, maintaining and improving your garden, life cycle of the monarch, curriculum, scientific studies, photos, art work, etc. Interesting and educational. |
PA Fish and boat Commission
Click on the link for the learning center and learn fishing fundamentals, boating basics, educators info and student and kids sections. |
PA Game Commision
Click on education for information of hunting and trapping, becoming and outdoors woman, wildlife for kids and educational resources and references. |
U. S. fish and Wildlife Service
Check out what this U. S. government service does, their budget, habitats, contaminants, endangered species, conservation and kids section. Plenty of other topics. check it out. |
Waterford Predd
Coloring pages, art projects, puzzles, games, connect the dots, origami. Large selection to go with many science and nature topics. Fun addition to unit study or study aide addition for regular curriculum. |
The Wonderful World of Insects
There are more types of insects than I knew and this website seems to cover them all. |
Cornell University
Part of the Project Feeder Watch Program, Cornell University offers a very detailed program for studying Birds. Check it out and see if you can use this full curriculum in your science curriculum. |
| Educational art |
Art History Famous artists by time period
Alphabetize by artist or time period. IF you can't find an artist here, I don't know where to tell you to look. |
Library of Congress
This site has lesson plans, history of the physical site and holdings and art. |
National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC
Information for planning a trip, current exhibitions, videos and podcasts, online tour and more. |
Philadelphia Art Museum
Info on the Philadelphia Art museum to help you plan a trip or see the current exhibits. |
Trout Gallery of Art at Dickinson college in Carlisle, PA
The art gallery at Dickinson College. Descriptions of gallery displays (strongly recommend that you check this out before you go to be sure that current display is appropriate for your family) with dates they are being displayed. Group tours are available. |
| Educational civics and politics |
HUD Civics site
Teach kids about their community and learn civics. |
NBC News election info
NBC news site that has a lot of information regarding the current election. Keep in mind that the site carries the NBC perspective that may not match your own. |
Presidential Notebook Pages
Lap book pages and information regarding the presidential election. |
The White House
Get a video tour of the White House from President George W. Bush. Learn about the Presidents and First Ladies, art facts and events. Really useful when you can't get there in person. |
| Educational history |
Betsy Ross House
Information about the Betsy Ross house in Philadelphia. |
Chatham Hill Games
Historical games to help cement the learning. Fun and educational. Many time periods to choose from. |
This Day in History at Scopesy.com
This site allows you to view things like "What happened on the day I was born" or "Who was born on this day". Includes events and songs. Fun info to add a little something extra to your history study or enhance your timeline. |
Donna Young - Charmaine Wistad's timeline
Directions and printables for your book of centuries or timeline project. |
Heroes of Histroy
A large number of historic figures. Get details of their lives, a book list for further study, links to museums and bibliographies, and learn about their core values. |
Library of Congress
This site has history lesson plans, highlighted areas of the physical grounds and holdings and art history. |
Los Banos Homeschoolers
Time line pages for your three ring binder or book of centuries. |
Simply Charlotte Mason
Directions and printouts for your century book or time line project. |
Suite 101
Crafts related to history. |
| Educational holidays and special events |
Crafts for kids
Crafts related to Olympics. |
Suite 101
Crafts related to holidays. |
| Educational lapbooks and notebooking |
Crafts for kids
Scrapbooking and notebook pages. Crafts. |
Free PA State History Lap Book
Free Lap book from Homeschool helper on PA state history. Coloring pages, notebooking pages, unit study info and templates. Something for everyone to start with and grow on. |
Homeschool Helper
Unit studies, lapbooks, worksheets, notebook pages, coloring sheets, character studies, and computer lessons. |
Homeschool share
Unit studies, lap books, unit study helps, resources and indexes. |
Internet Directory of Unit Studies
Enormous list of free unit studies in alphabetical order. New additions often from users and web site owner. HINT - use control F to bring up a find box. Type in the topic you want and find all the references to it. |
Presidential Notebook Pages
Lap book pages and information regarding the presidential election. |
Scrapbooking to Learn
Scrapbook style lapbooks and notebook pages. Some products to buy, some free. |
| Educational math |
Discoveery Channel Math
Help with the four basics, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. |
Harcourt Math Glossary
Site has definitions of Math terms for grades K through 6. |
Help learn your times tables with this game
Fun game that helps kids master their times tables. Recommended by local evaluator Linda Blocker. |
Kids Zone Create a Graph
Enter your info and a graph is created. Great for learning graphs as well as science data. |
Mind sprinting Math
Assessment, lessons and transcripts in math. This site says it's all free and the only place I could see a charge was for optional tutoring. |
Timez Attack
Game that teaches times tables up to 12. There is a free game or one you can download and pay for with extra "worlds" which equates to extra practice. Recommended highly by one club member. |
Math Fact Cafe
On-line math facts |
| Educational money & consumer economics |
Dinners in the Freezer or Pantry
Click on learning treasures for coloring pages, worksheets and homeschool activities. Also has gifts in a jar and many make ahead reciepies. |
Money Activites
Lesson plans, play money, and free worksheets all related to money. Appropriate for all age levels |
National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE)
High school level curriculum for financial planning. Six lessons cover goal setting, budgeting, savings and investing, insurance, debt, banking, and career planning. |
The Federal Reserve
Curriculum for economics and finance for K-12. Normed to national standards of education, there are several topics to choose a full curriculum or just use the relevant parts. |
| Educational Music |
Classical Composers Database
Time line available for classical musicians. Find your favorite, meet someone new, find who was writing during the time you are studying in history. |
Classics for Kids
Music Lesson plans for grades K-5 from the Cincinnati Orchestra. |
Free music theroy lessons
Nineteen lessons in music theory. Advanced placement tests for music theory and links to other useful sources in the study of music. |
| Educational plants |
The Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers
Learn about almost every type of plant and flower. Easy to select what type you are interested in and get information. |
Project Budburst
Downloads for teachers on a variety of topics like they carbon and nitrogen cycles, ideas for plant experiments, data collection sheets and results pages. |
Tomato Sphere
Plant curriculum. Sign up for 2008 curriculum. FREE. |
| Educational reading and literature |
Book Adventure
Choose from over 6000 titles. Answer quizes and earn points for prizes. Several club members have successfully used this site and endorse it. |
Classical Literature e books
This site contains both fiction and nonfiction arranged in alphabetical order by author. Select the general topic and see if they have something you can use. Great for keeping your home free from clutter, download only when needed. Or keep in a folder on your computer until needed. |
Edgar Allen Poe House National Historic Monument
Information about the house, grounds and tours. Located in Philadelphia. |
Handwriting for kids
Don't let the name fool you, this site has so much more than just handwriting. They also offer English, math, Bible, Spanish, soduku puzzles for younger kids, grammar, holidays, clock, shapes and more. Check it out and see if it will add some fun to your handwriting or other curriculum. |
Mind sprinting Reading
Free assessment, lessons and worksheets, and test prep in reading. The site says it's free and the only place I could see a charge was for optional tutoring. |
Poem a day
This site will send you a poem a day for the 180 days of the school year. Or if you don't want to clog up your inbox, just peruse them online. Intended for a high school age student, so please preview for your younger students. |
Vocabulary Website
10,200 words with multiple choice questions like many popular scan tests. Earn 20 grains of rice for the U.N. World Food program for every correct answer. |
Workly Wise Vocabulary
Use with the curriculum, can enter book number and lesson number and use the games to reinforce the lesson. Or use as a stand alone to build vocabulary. |
Letter Recognition & Sight Words
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| Educational science |
Cool Science Experiments
Check out this site for some really cool and sometimes messy science experiments. |
Do you know where your food comes from? University of Illinois Extension
CAUTION this site starts talking as soon as you click on it. Interactive site that shows you where your food comes from. By the University of Illinois Extension. |
Florida Museum of Natural History
Moth and butterfly curriculum with suggested reading list. Fossils, Indians, Africa and more. All with reading lists and curriculum/activities. |
Franklin Institute in Philadelphia
Information on the Franklin Institute of Science in Philadelphia |
Foundation of the American Academy of Opthamlogy
Learn about the eye, vision and the history of eye care. Free curriculum downloads to teach kids about eyes and vision. |
Knoebels Amusement Park
7th and 8th grade curriculum on the physics of roller coasters. About 64 pages long. |
Museum of UnNatural History
Wide range of science topics. Some uncommon ones like aliens as well as the more mainstream like space.Enrich science study with a visit to the museum or this site. |
National Eye institute
Information and curriculum regarding the eye. |
National Science Digital Library
This site allows you to search for general info, k-12 and college level. Resources for teachers and librarians blogs, articles and professional information. |
Science Game Site
Nine games to choose from, student and teacher resource sections. |
Waterford Press
Coloring pages, art projects, puzzles, games, connect the dots, origami. Large selection to go with many science and nature topics. Fun addition to unit study or study aide addition for regular curriculum. |
Weather Unit Study by the University of Illinois Extension
CAUTION this site starts talking as soon as you click on it. University of Illinois Extension interactive program for kids. |
Science is Fun
Raisins dance, objects glow in the dark, a need goes through a needle without popping it and an ege is sucked into a bottle. These are examples of items found on this site. |
Exploratorium Museum
Get messy, get airborne, get loud with experiments from the Exploratorium Museum in San Fransisco |
| Educational Websites |
Learning Games
The site is exactly what is says: learning games for kids |
Library of Congress ILL
Inter Library Loan from the Library of Congress. |
Martin's Zoo Iditarod Unit Study
Unit study available on the Iditarod, Thanksgiving, bugs, ant farm, and dogs. Field trips and lapbooks. |
Reference books- Dictionaries
On-line dictionary, thesarsus, encyclopedia and much more |
Reference books- Encyclopedia
Access to the entire world book library |
The Offical Site of the Iditarod
Down load PDF of the curriculum challenge winners, additional information for teachers. |
TLS books
Large selection of free workheets and lesson plans for many topics. |
Translator
Translates words and paragraphs in many different languages. |
World Book Encyclopedia
The famous encyclopedia. |
Busy Teacher Cafe
Cool online practice |
Internet for Classrooms
On-line practice |
Fire Safety - Play Safe Be Safe
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Fire Safety - Smokey the Bear
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Free Web Books
Free Web Books. |
Free Web Books
Free web books to download and save. Printout when needed. No Clutter! |
Mineral Information Insititute
Five lesson plans on various topics in geology. Plus ten single sheet lessons and complete lesson plans. Great information. |
| Financial Resources |
Budgeting / Homeschool
All kinds of tips for saving money and budgeting with a homeschoolers perspective. |
Library of Congress ILL
Inter Library Loan from the Library of Congress. |
Tutoring
The first 50 minutes are free, then you pay if you need additional time. |
World Book Encyclopedia
Check scope and sequence or use as an encyclopedia. |
| Freebies - Offers, coloring pages, info., etc. |
Crayola Free Coloring Pages
Variety of free coloring pages changes often. |
Currclick freebiew
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Dyetub media
Free cub scout and boy scout certificates as well as generic. Great recognition tool. |
Free Certificates
Choose your style, put in your information and print it out. Great for in home recognition as well as co ops, bee's, reading programs and more. |
Freebies form The Old Schoolhouse Magazine
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Hands of a Child
Quarterly freebies of notebook/lapbook style unit study curriculum. |
Homeschool Freebie of the Day
You are sent a different freebie related to homeschooling each day. |
Michaels Crafts
Free curriculum for teachers that gives 24/7 access to online educational project sheets, monthly newsletter, email updates, special promotions, offers, and sweepstakes. |
Monday Freebies from Currclick
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Sunday Freebies
A new freebie every Sunday. |
Worksheets Work.com
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Free from The Old Schoolhouse Magazine
Freebies available for one year. Many reputable and recognized companies. |
| Fun! |
Army Heritage and Education Center in Carlisle
Located in Carlisle, the Heritage and Education Center offers lectures that are free to the public as well as exhibits, coming attractions, virtual tours and video tours. |
Camelback Ski resort
Get info on the current temp and ski conditions. Group ticket sales and such. |
Camel Beach
Get all the info on this Poconos water park. |
Central PA Geocachers
A place to find information on geocaching in Central PA. |
CHAP homeschool Calendar
Calendar showing what's going on with CHAP and other groups. |
The Crayola Factory in Easton, PA
Info about the factory and how to get there. |
Create your own Cadbury Egg
Recipe for Cadbury creme eggs. |
Daniel Boone Homestead
The Daniel Boone Homestead, located near Reading, Pennsylvania, is a state historic site which preserves a number of historic structures. The Homestead offers many historic programs and exhibits, preserves 579 acres of open space, and provides passive recreational areas. |
Dr. Seuss story maker and games
Allows your child to create a story with the characters from Horton hears a Hoo. Also has preschool early elementary games. |
FBI kids site
Check out interesting facts, learn about the FBI, play games, a day in the life, how they investigate and more. |
The Folk Art Center at Clear Springs Mill
The Folk Art Center is a learning center that offers traditional handcraft and folk art classes to families, children and adults. Classes are taught in the historic Clear Springs Mill. This beautifully restored grist mill offers ample classroom and studio space. Enjoy learning how to make traditional handcrafts and folk art in this unique rustic setting. |
Free Fall Baltimore
Free Fall Baltimore will return for an innovative third year, offering free arts and cultural experiences for all during the entire month of October. |
Geocaching @ PA hikes .com
This site is for the caches where you leave an item and take an item. Caches located in PA. |
Geocaching in PA
Select a city and locate caches in the area. Large list of events related to caching around the state. |
Great Homeschool Videos
Really funny videos related to homeschooling. |
HAHA T-shirts and more
Get your T-shirts, tote bag, mugs and more all with the HAHA logo. Many cool options to choose from in long and short sleeve styles. Great for field trips or around town. Get yours today. |
Hershey Museum
This museum replaces the Hershey Museum check their website for the new location and exhibits. |
Homeschool Mania
T shirts, water bottles, car signs, etc. All related to homeschooling. They have been at CHAP the last few years and are expanding their product offerings to include some educational items as well. Worth a look for that unusual gift. |
Home school view tube
Funny videos for homeschoolers. |
Junior Naturalist Outdoor Adventure Camp
Click on the junior naturalist link for info on the day and sleep away camps offered. These encompass outdoor sports, conservation, and nature study. Fun and educational. |
Kids First
Book and movie reviews by kids for kids. Great experience for kids. |
Knoebels Amusement Park
Information about the amusement park and a 7th and 8th grade curriculum on the physics of roller coasters. |
The Lancaster County Information Center
Tourist attractions, coupons and more regarding Lancaster county attractions. |
Love to learn
Fun products for HS Families as well as curriculum. |
Messiah College
See what's going on at Messiah College. Includes $1.00 movies, Oakes museum, concerts, plays, and more. |
Museum of UnNatural History
Wide range of Science Topics. Some uncommon areas as well, like aliens as well as more mainstream like space. Enrich science at your house with this interesting sitte. |
My Play House Cafe
Ideal for children 1 to 6 and their parents. They serve food you want to eat and have a fun area for your kids to play while you visit with other adults. |
National Zoo in Washington, D.C.
Learn about animals from the comfort in your own home. Cameras set up to allow observation of many animals in their habitat cages. Lots of information for visiting the zoo. Admission is free. |
Nature's Workshop
For the nature lover - field guides, crafts, projects, posters, fun stuff for the family. |
PA State Parks System
Calendar of events at the state parks. Also find information on your state parks. |
Plimoth Plantation in Plymouth, MA
Info about the homeschool day offered at the plantation. |
Quick Stitches
Pioneer costumes for boys and girls. Will do custom work with enough time. |
Roundtop
Info on Ski Roundtop. Don't miss Homeschool Thursdays starting January 8, 2009 and every Thursday thereafter. |
Shoofly
Storytelling, music, poetry for ages 3 to 7. Great for nap time and car trips. Free sampler available. |
Ski Liberty
Don't miss homeschool days on January 7 and 21 and February 5 and 26. For prices, directions, etc, check out the site. |
Timberdoodle
Educational and creative games, puzzles and more. Worth a look if you want something new and fun. |
U. S. Department of Transportation - Maratime Administration
This site has a ship layout, games for the kids, and a 3D photo gallery (you need the glasses for this feature) plus other stuff. For the boat and ocean lover in all of us. |
Vision Forum
Costumes, army surplus, beautiful dools with moral stories and modest dress. Unique items not found elsewhere. |
Waterford Press
Coloring pages, art projects, puzzles, games, connect the dots, oragami. Large selection to go with many science and nature topics. Fun addition to unit study or study aide addition for regular curriculum. |
Funny Videos from Clean Comedian
Don't miss this. You'll watch it over and over. I have one of his DVD's and it is appropriate for the entire Family. He does song parodies (like a clean Weird Al) as well as such wry observations as "We homeschool our kids, but I have no ides what grade they're in. How old are you son? Nine? He's in ninth grade." (Marshia) |
E-pals
E pals for a child or educator |
Puzzlemaker
Make printable puzzles of many types (crossword, word search, etc.) Insert your own words. FREE |
Chicktionary
On-line game |
Legos Skills Promote Engineering
Dvelop engineering skills using Lego bricks for construction. |
Knex
K'nex building pieces turn models into trucks, creatures and amusement parks. |
State Parks Outdoor Adventures Programs
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| Geography Bee Preparation |
About.com Geography
Loaded with information, blogs, links, definitions. Looks like a really exciting site. |
America's Story from America's Library
Study of the United States of America. |
National Geographic
Offical site of the GeoBee sponsor. |
Rader's geography 4 kids
This is more about the structure of the earth: energy, structure, atmosphere and pictures from outer space. Helps with learning the mountains, rivers, etc and other formations that may not be well known all over the earth. Great prep for the bee. Check it out. |
| Helpful Organizations |
Homeschool Buyers Co-Op
Enjoy monthly specials on curriculum of all types. Combine your buying power with that of others to get great deals. |
North American Council for Online Learning
Provides support for those choosing to educate their children on-line. |
PA Home Educators Association
Helpful links, help getting started, understanding the law, much more |
PA Department of Education
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Catholic Homeschoolers of PA
Association, curriculum fair, convention, evaluators, newsletter |
York Home School Association
Homeschool association, curriculum fiar, newsletter, small support groups |
PA Homeschoolers
Tons of helpful information on the law, on-line classes, diploma programs, achievement testing, on-line forum, and much more! |
Christian Homeschool Association of Pennsylvania
Help getting started, Statewide convention, Workshops |
Pa Home Educators Association
Helpful links, help getting started, understanding the law, much more |
| High School |
Christian Connector
This site provides links to Christian colleges, provides admissions and financial aid help, gives links to missions organizations. This is an information service from approximately 100 Christian colleges |
Career Direction
This website provides career direction for high school students as well as adults. Take an on-line personality test and comprehensive survey of your skills and interests to help you discover potential careers |
Congressional Award
Recognizes students for achievement, iniative, and service |
Campus Champs
Athletic awards program for those in college |
| Homeschooling Co-ops |
Agape
Enrichment as well as academic co-op located in Dillsburg |
CHASE Academy
Academic co-op that meets in Manheim. |
Hillside Classical
Academic co-op that meets in Dillsburg. |
Stars Co op
Meets bi-weekly at Grace Bible Church
1250 Colonial Road
Harrisburg, PA 17112
email contact Tracey: HanWellWeb@comcast.net |
| Homeschooling Extras for Parents |
About Homeschooling
A variety of different forms of helpful information. Everything from organization suggestions and free lesson plans to on-line forums. |
Homeschool Corner
Many great articles to inform and encourage. |
Homeschool Mom Newsletter
Newsletter loaded with tips for a homeschool mom |
Donna Young - Homeschooling Help
Oodles of information! Free printables, downloads, helpful forms galore! Encouragement at its best. |
| Homeschooling In PA |
PA Department of Education
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| Homeschooling Magazines |
The Old Schoolhouse
A west coast quarterly magazine that offers homeschooling support, interviews, and topics of interest. It has been described as a "homeschooling convention in a jounal." |
Homeschool Parent
A bi-monthly magazine that encourages readers through interest stories, curriculum and teaching tools that can be used in the home classroom, family matters, educational travel, camps, colleges and universities, long distance learning, and much more. |
Homeschool Digest
The quarterly journal for family discipleship. |
Life Learning
"Inspiring families around the world who learn without schooling." Unschooling philosophy |
Classical Homeschooling Magazine
"Devoted exclusively to promoting and reporting on the growing revival of classical education for homeschooling parents, homeschooling students, classical charter and private schools great books readers." |
Live Free Learn Free
An electronic magazine published every two to three months for unschoolers and natural learners. |
College Outlook Homeschool
"A comprehensive guide that provides info to homeschool parent/teachers and students on the ever important decision-making process of choosing a school and finding a fulfilling career." |
Learning Through History
Each magazine addresses one topic in depth with suggestions for crafts, activities, and additional resources (books, DVD's websites). |
The Link
The nation's largest all inclusive homeschool publication. West coast based. FREE OF CHARGE |
Home Education Magazine
Unschooling philosophy and political awareness |
Practical Homeschooling
Mary Pride, day at our house, nationally-known authors, Christian content |
Homeschooling Today
Christian content, art and music lesson in every issue, literature unit study in every unit |
Homeschool Enrichment
Encouragement, topics of interest to the homeschool community, Christian content |
| Homeschooling Preschool |
Children's books forever
Download classic children's books. Print out when you want to. |
Seussville
Fun stuff with Dr. Seuss |
Starfall
Phonics and reading practice |
Starfall
Phonics and reading practice |
| Homeschooling with Special Needs |
Autism
This site contains a video that helps provide early detection and diagnosis of autism |
Bonnie Terry Free pre-screening tool
Free pre-screening tool for diagnosing learning disabilities. |
Bonnie Terry Learning
Information on diagnosing and teaching compensating techniques for students with learning disabilities.
Free screening tool at www.bonnieterry.com/screentool |
Bridgeway Academy
Bridgeway academy can refer your child for testing and provide a customized curriculum for your child. Similar to a charter school, but you pay for it. |
Dyslexia
This site helps you recognize the signs and symptoms of dyslexia. Provides you with tools on how to effectively teach individuals with dyslexia |
Home Education Magazine BLOG on special needs
Home Education Magazine (often referred to as HEM) offers blogs of interest to homeschoolers on many topics. This one is specific to homeschooling special needs. The magazine is well respected in the homeschool community and is available nationally. They advocate more of an unschooling philosophy, but their creative ideas can be adapted to fit almost any homeschool style. |
Learning Abled Kids
Help for a wide variety of learning disabilities. |
| HOPE |
Mennonite Materials Resource Center
This service activity is in conjunction with the STARS co-op. This website tells about the Resource Center where we will be working. |
| Library |
Adams County Library System
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Association for Library Service to Children
Readers choice awards. Lists of winners and books of note |
Cumberland County Library System
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Dauphin county Library System
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Paper Back Book Swap
Can't get it through the library? Trade your unwanted books for the ones you need. |
Pennsylvania Library System
Place to research and locate books not in your local county Library. |
Perry County Library System
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York County Library System
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| Local Resources |
Army Heritage Day
Army Heritage Day in Carlisle. Check their web site for more details. |
CHAP homeschool Calendar
Calendar of local events related to homeschooling. |
Dauphin County Parks and Recreation
See what's going on at the Parks department and learn something new! Sign up for the email and snail mail newsletters (as they contain different information) to always know what's going on. |
Debra Bell's Homeschool Resource Center
Debra Bell is a nationally recognized author and speaker. Testing, on-line store, advanced placement online classes, academic co-op educator. |
The Folk Art Center at Clear Springs Mill
The Folk Art Center is a learning center that offers traditional handcraft and folk art classes to families, children and adults. Classes are taught in the historic Clear Springs Mill. This beautifully restored grist mill offers ample classroom and studio space. Enjoy learning how to make traditional handcrafts and folk art in this unique rustic setting. |
HAHA T-shirts and more
Get your T-shirts, tote bag, mugs and more all with the HAHA logo. Many cool options to choose from in long and short sleeve styles. Great for field trips or around town. Get yours today. |
Home School Resource Exchange (Tammy Laird)
Local store with curriculum in stock to view or can order for you. Consign materials you no longer need. Classes offered everyday in a wide range of subjects. Teachers are hand picked by Tammy as individuals she would entrust her own children with. Need help finding a new curriculum? Just ask. In depth consultations are available for a fee. Can plan a single year or your entire High School curriculum. |
Innovative Testing and Evaluations by Shelley Taylor
Shelly is an experienced evaluator approved by five high school diploma programs. She also conducts standardized testing. Website also includes many helpful forms and useful information. |
Learn for your life
Science curriculum for 3rd to 8th graders. All the course you need for those years in two seperate volumes. Produced in Camp Hill by local HS family. I have this program if you would like to see it. Unit study approach. (Marshia) |
The Mechanicsburg Art Center
Fine arts classes for children and adults in many mediums. Check out their website for gallery displays, class schedules and information on the center. |
PA State Parks System
Calendar of events at the State Parks. Also find information regarding state parks. |
Wildwood Nature Center
Find out what's going on at the Nature Center and plan your next trip. |
Calendar of Events in the Central PA area
Homeschooling events in the Central PA area |
| Marriage & Parenting Help |
Dinners in the Freezer or Pantry
Weekly articles and recipes, canning tips, newsletter and links. Great site for anyone who would like even one meal prepared ahead or for having a meal or two on hand for others in need. Click on Learning Treasures for coloring pages, worksheets and homeschool activities. |
Homeschool Central
Website out of Colorado helping homeschoolers since 1996. |
Homeschool Corner
Many great articles for encouragement and edification. |
Homeschool Mom
Sign up for newsletter to help with your homeschool. |
Living on a dime
Tons of recipes for both adults and kids to make. From food to fun. |
Focus on the Family
Resources galore! On-line articles, items for purchase, podcasts of radio program |
Family Life Today
Help with marriage and parenting. Nationally acclaimed radio broadcast. |
National Center for Biblical Parenting
Miller and Turansky have spoken at CHAP the last few years. They have published a number of books and send out several emails a week with parenting advice you can actually use in your home today. Click on the FREE email parenting tips in the upper right hand corner to get started. |
Movie reviews on the most current releases from a Christian standpoint
This site is highly recommended. Dependable reviews that share both good and bad content filtered through a Christian point of view. A favorite! |
| Magazines - Kids |
Discovery
scripture and science for kids. |
Nature Friend
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God's World News
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Kidzone
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Clubhouse Junior
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Answers
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Creation Illustrated
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| Organization |
Discover Organization
Articles for getting started in the organization of your home. Free five lesson mini course (and probably a paid one two). |
Easy Home Organizing
Articles about getting organized. This site also sells items for getting organized. Articles are separated by area of your home. |
Fly Lady
Daily and weekly emails to help you clean and declutter your home. Testimonials and encouragement. Some useful products for sale. Can clog your inbox or save your sanity. |
Make your own floor plans
This is a furniture store site that allows you to create floor plans of your own rooms, save those plans and share them with friends, print them or get help from Jordan's staff. |
Organnizing Help
Daily organizing tips, organizing tools, tips and interactive fun. Site maintained by professional organizer and life coach. |
Organized Home
Help getting organized. |
Paper Back Book Swap
Don't have unwanted books cluttering your home. Send them off to someone else and get one you want in return. Also Hardbacks and audio. |
Revolution Health
Articles on getting organized. Best one is getting organized in 6 weeks. |
Scott Common Sense Community
Articles on getting organized. Other things available like coupons, polls, question of the month, etc. |
Small House Society
Click on the link to the small house society and find out about this group. They are an eco conscious group that supports living in small spaces created with sustainable resources. Tips for living in this way. Monthly newsletter available. |
Student Planners
From the Curriclick home page, search for student planner. They make them for both boys and girls. Religious content. |
| PA Approved Diploma Programs |
Bridgeway Academy
A division of Essential Learning Institute. They are an association. They also provide the following: achievement testing, diplomas, evaluators, information, materials, and newsletters |
Erie County Homeschoolers Diploma Association
Homeschool association. Also provides diplomas |
Mason Dixon Homeschoolers
Homeschool association, diplomas, evaluators, information, newsletters, support |
PA Homeschoolers Accrediation Agency
Homeschool association, Highschool at home conference, diplomas, evaluators, materials, newsletter |
Susquehanna Valley Diploma Program
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| Scope & Sequence |
About.com/homeschooling
Scope and sequence guide for kindergarten through 12th grade. Keep in mind that this is only a guideline. |
| Single Parent Resources |
Crosswalk
Encouraging article by single mom who is homeschooling. |
Homeschool Oasis
A wide variety of topics, resources and items for sale. |
| Testing |
Hewitt Homeschooling
Personal Achievement Summary System (PASS) test. Parent administered test covers reading, language and math skills. Not approved by PDE but could be used to help kids get used to testing or for your personal assessment of your child's progress. |
Kolbe Academy
Offering CAT/5 Complete Battery Test. |
Triangle Educational Assessments
Iowa test, ITBS and ITED, CogAT, Test for Success, Woodcock-Johnson III. Visit website to find out how to order Iowa tests that you can administer yourself, how to schedule a W-J III test, and for other information on nationally standardized tests. |
Seton Testing Service
Standardized test supplier. |
PA Homeschoolers
Annual fall and spring testing offered in our area. Check their web site for dates and times. SIGN UP NECESSARY. |
Christian Liberty Press
Starfized tests available. |
