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Schoolhouse Review Crew Bloggy Convention — Day Five (King Alfred’s English Giveaway)
We’ve reaching our final day in this year’s Bloggy Convention. I hope you’ve been able to take a peek at all of our favorites, and perhaps find a new favorite of your very own! Today, I have 5 more review vendors to share with you, and an awesome giveaway with 3 winners from King Alfred’s English (a super cool book).
Before we get started, I have one more physical convention to tell you about. Just as with the other conventions where TOS will be a vendor, everyone who attends this one will receive a free one-year membership to SchoolhouseTeachers.com! Our final convention is HEAV, Virginia’s state convention in Richmond, June 6-8.
HEAV has quite a line-up of speakers, including Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, Andrew Pudewa, Steve Demme, Diana Waring and Heidi St. John! Click here to see the list of all their wonderful speakers. You can see the list of over 300 exhibitors attending here. Click here to register. For the month of April, they are doing 30 days of giveaways (including a family membership)! I like giveaways, don’t you? Speaking of which, to enter our giveaway for today, be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the page.
And now for our final vendors of the week!
King Alfred’s English
King Alfred’s English: A History of the Language We Speak and Why We Should Be Glad We Do was written by Laurie J. White as a way to bring the history of our language to students in grades 7 through 12 in a fun and engaging manner.
Laurie fell in love with the history of the English language after taking it as a college course; it made the study of key parts of history, English and even foreign language come alive. King Alfred’s English looks at how the growth of the English language through four key invasions, or as Laurie puts it “language altering tsunamis,” both broadened and simplified English into the language we speak today.
This Crew absolutely loved this book, so I am very excited that the author is graciously sending 3 winners a copy! Enter the contest using the Rafflecopter below!
Click here to read the Crew reviews of King Alfred’s English.
Truthquest History
TruthQuest History is a deep and rich literature-based history study…but with a difference. You will not learn the story ofmankind; you will learn the lovestory of mankind. You will not focus on the rise and fall of human civilizations; you will focus on the arrow-straight line of God’s unchanging existence, power, love, truth, and plan for civilization. You will not simply ‘meet the culture’ or ‘get the facts;’ you will probe the truths of history so deeply that your students will be equipped to change their world!
TruthQuest History has eight chronological guides for World History (Creation through 2000) that can be used up through high school studies. There is also an American History track for the younger grades (1 – 5) that cover exploration through 2000 in 3 chronological guides.
Click here to read the TruthQuest History reviews.
Everyday Homemaking
Everyday Homemaking offers practical homemaking and homeschooling ideas to help you better manage your household and time.
The Everyday Family Chore System has practical ideas for a family chore plan. It includes “the tried-and-true how-to-do-it cards now used successfully in many households, ideas for using the cards as a stand-alone system or to enhance virtually any other system you may currently use, plus tips on how to organize your household to maximize success.”
Everyday Cooking is a “collection of tried-and-true recipes and hints for simple, everyday cooking with an emphasis on whole foods – from a busy homeschooling mother of eight.”
Click here to read the Crew reviews of Everyday Homemaking.
Science and Math (Amazing Science)
The Science and Math website has a new two volume set of Amazing Science DVDs for $19.95. In addition to their Science experiment DVDs, they also offer math tutorial DVDs as well as free videos when you sign up at their website.
“Our aim is to bring you the very best Science and Math videos to tickle your curiosity and entice you to want to learn more about the world around you!”
For every demonstration, a complete materials list is given, and each experiment features multiple camera views so you can see exactly what happens. Most importantly, every concept is explained in a step-by-step fashion. You’ll not only be amazed – you’ll understand the science behind every experiment!”
Click here to read the Amazing Science reviews!
Progeny Press
Progeny Press, a family-owned and operated company, has been producing quality literature study guides since 1992. They have 100 literature guides for your family to choose from, with study titles ranging from beloved children’s classics such as The Bronze Bow to timeless literary masterpieces such as Pride and Prejudice.
Click here to read the Crew reviews of Progeny Press.
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CONTEST RULES:
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. LIMIT ONE PRIZE PER HOUSEHOLD IN ANY 90-DAY PERIOD. This contest, and all entrants and entries in Schoolhouse Saturday Swag Giveaways (“Contest(s)”), are subject to these rules, the full Schoolhouse Saturday Swag Contest Rules (“Contest Rules”), the Old Schoolhouse Magazine Official Contest Rules found online at http://thehomeschoolmagazine.com/pages/contests/ (“Official Rules”), all of which are incorporated herein by reference as though set forth in full, and applicable law. The Contest is open to natural persons over the age of eighteen (18) years who reside in the United States and who are not otherwise disqualified by applicable rules and laws (“Entrants”).
The following persons are not eligible to enter or participate in Contests: (a) officers, employees, independent contractors and affiliates of The Old Schoolhouse Magazine, LLC, (b) Contest sponsors, (c) companies or individuals providing Contest prizes, (d) persons who have won a Contest within the ninety (90) day period immediately preceding the relevant contest, and (e) family members of and persons living in the same household with any of the persons named in (a), (b), (c) and (d).
Qualified Entrants may enter the Contest by leaving a comment on this post or by mail. Limit one entry method per qualifying Entrant or household. Entries expire at the end of the Contest. Information about mail-in entries can be found in the Contest Rules. TOS may disqualify and delete any comment or Entry which contains inappropriate language or which, in TOS’ sole judgment, does not qualify as a valid Entry.
The Contest winner (“Winner”) will be selected by random drawing from all eligible Entries received during the Contest Period, and will be notified by email. Odds of winning vary depending on the number of eligible Entries. Prizes are not transferable. Sponsors accept no liability and make no representations or warranties, express or implied, with respect to any aspect of the Contest.
Schoolhouse Review Crew Bloggy Convention — Day Four (Lightning Lit Giveaway)
We’re at day 4 of our Schoolhouse Review Crew Bloggy Convention! I hope you’ve been keeping up and reading about our favorite reviews of 2012 so far.
And the giveaways! Don’t forget to enter the awesome giveaways we’ve been offering every day. There’s another one at the bottom of this post, this time a great bundle for your high schooler, as well as a fun product for your younger students! Here are links to our other giveaways, already in progress, as well! Just click on the banners below.
And now for today’s favorite vendors (and that 4th giveaway!) –
Hewitt Homeschooling
If you have been involved with homeschooling for any length of time, you have undoubtedly heard Hewitt Homeschooling and their Lightning Literature program mentioned more than once.
Lightning Literature is available for junior and senior high (with programs for elementary grades coming soon!). Lightning Lit uses a combination of novels, plays, and autobiographies (full-length texts), and also essays, short stories and poetry, to teach composition, literature, and other language arts skills. Hewitt Homeschooling believes that reading great literature, and then writing about it go hand in hand in preparing students for college-level reading and writing.
The Crew was given the opportunity to review several products from Hewitt:
The junior high levels (Grade 7 or Grade 8) are full year courses, High school Lightning Lit programs, The Joy of Discovery, and Learning Objectives for Grades K-8, State Chronicles, a notebook that can be used to study any state you wish, arrived in a few Crew homes.
Be sure to scroll down to enter our amazing Lightning Lit Bundle, valued at $87. One winner will receive all of the following:
Lightning Lit & Comp: British Literature: Early-Mid 19th Century Student and Teacher Books
Lightning Lit & Comp: British Medieval Student and Teacher Books
Lightning Lit: The Joy of Discovery: How to Teach with Unit Studies
Homeschool Spanish Academy
Homeschool Spanish Academy provides immersive, interactive 1-on-1 interaction with native Spanish language tutors via Skype video. All that is needed is a high-speed internet connection, web cam, and a Skype compatible computer headset with microphone.
ZooWhiz
Zoo Whiz is an online learning website for children that allows them to practice reading, math, grammar, vocabulary, and word skills while “collecting” animals and playing games with the points they earn. It is designed for kids ages 5-15, and allows the parent to customize levels of learning to suit their child. Children can also customize their account by choosing their own “zoologist” character to be.
IEW
Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) is a well-known and well-respected name in the world of homeschooling. Though many naturally think of their resources for older students, IEW also offers Primary Arts of Language (PAL) for the youngest readers and writers in the family. The Schoolhouse Crew reviewed this program geared for kindergarten through second grade,covering reading, writing, and spelling.
Beloved Books (Sugar Creek Gang)
The Sugar Creek Gang Audios make up a wholesome Christian adventure series that was started in 1939 by Paul Hutchens. It was later dramatized into the audio version by Paul Ramseyer and is currently available as a 36-book set. This translates into over 100 hours of stories on 72 CDs!
Produced by Moody Press, Volume 1 of the Sugar Creek Gang CDs includes 12 CDs with the following stories:
- The Swamp Robber
- The Killer Bear
- The Winter Rescue
- The Lost Campers
- Chicago Adventure
- The Secret Hideout
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CONTEST RULES:
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. LIMIT ONE PRIZE PER HOUSEHOLD IN ANY 90-DAY PERIOD. This contest, and all entrants and entries in Schoolhouse Saturday Swag Giveaways (“Contest(s)”), are subject to these rules, the full Schoolhouse Saturday Swag Contest Rules (“Contest Rules”), the Old Schoolhouse Magazine Official Contest Rules found online at http://thehomeschoolmagazine.com/pages/contests/ (“Official Rules”), all of which are incorporated herein by reference as though set forth in full, and applicable law. The Contest is open to natural persons over the age of eighteen (18) years who reside in the United States and who are not otherwise disqualified by applicable rules and laws (“Entrants”).
The following persons are not eligible to enter or participate in Contests: (a) officers, employees, independent contractors and affiliates of The Old Schoolhouse Magazine, LLC, (b) Contest sponsors, (c) companies or individuals providing Contest prizes, (d) persons who have won a Contest within the ninety (90) day period immediately preceding the relevant contest, and (e) family members of and persons living in the same household with any of the persons named in (a), (b), (c) and (d).
Qualified Entrants may enter the Contest by leaving a comment on this post or by mail. Limit one entry method per qualifying Entrant or household. Entries expire at the end of the Contest. Information about mail-in entries can be found in the Contest Rules. TOS may disqualify and delete any comment or Entry which contains inappropriate language or which, in TOS’ sole judgment, does not qualify as a valid Entry.
The Contest winner (“Winner”) will be selected by random drawing from all eligible Entries received during the Contest Period, and will be notified by email. Odds of winning vary depending on the number of eligible Entries. Prizes are not transferable. Sponsors accept no liability and make no representations or warranties, express or implied, with respect to any aspect of the Contest.
Schoolhouse Review Crew Bloggy Convention — Day Three (Ancient History Books Giveaway)
We’re back today with five more of our favorite reviews of 2012. Today, we have a little history, math, and reading, along with a super fun hands-on vendor to share. We also have a GREAT history-themed giveaway!
But first, let me tell you about another physical homeschool convention where The Old Schoolhouse Magazine will have a vendor booth — FPEA Florida Homeschool Convention, May 24-26, in Orlando, FL. Keynote speakers include Todd Wilson and Steve Demme. Other popular speakers include Carol Barnier, Debra Bell, Andrew Pudewa and Heidi St. John! For a list of vendors planning to attend, click here. Click here to register.
Remember, everyone who registers for this convention will receive a one-year membership to SchoolhouseTeachers.com absolutely FREE!
And now for our favorite reviews for today!
A Cry from Egypt
A Cry From Egypt was written by Hope Auer and illustrated by Mike Slaton, both recent homeschool graduates themselves. It is published by Great Waters Press, which also published Raising Real Men by Hal and Melanie Young. Hope Auer has been writing stories and plays since she was very young. She began writing A Cry From Egypt, the first book in The Promised Land Series, as a school assignment when she was only thirteen and her family was studying ancient Egypt! This historical fiction book deals with the period before the Exodus, when the Israelites were still in slavery.
Read the Crew reviews of this book.
Heritage History
Heritage History has compiled an extensive collection of Historical Books and organized them into collections. Each Collection has a theme of study, providing a student with a well rounded World History Curriculum beginning in the 4th grade and moving through the High School years.
The Crew reviewed several CD Collections from Heritage History, including:
Read the Crew reviews of Heritage History.
Be sure to scroll down to enter our giveaway for a copy of A Cry from Egypt and the Ancient Greece CD from Heritage History!
IXL Math
IXL.com is a fun, easy to use, interactive web based math practice site for students in Pre-K through Algebra. Plans are in the works to add more advanced math levels soon as well. IXL is currently being used in more than 150 countries around the world. In the USA, state standards are listed for every state.
XL can be used along with any math curriculum. Students practice their math skills in many different areas, and are rewarded for their efforts with virtual awards as they complete a challenge or master a concept. You can also print awards if you like.
Reading Eggs
Reading Eggs is an online program that introduces children to the world of reading through interactive stories and games with fun characters. With activities for ages 3-7, Reading Eggs helps to spark a love for reading with everything from alphabet recognition to phonics to early reader stories. Puzzles, games, and songs are used to capture a child’s attention and make the reading experience multi-sensory. Reading Eggspress (another part of the Reading Eggs World) is geared for older children (7-13) to encourage fluent reading.
Read the Crew reviews of Reading Eggs.
Activity Bags
Are you looking for something to keep your children creative while you school your older ones, make dinner, do laundry? Activity Bags can help! All of the Activities in a Bag follow the same format. By using simple materials found around the house, you can compile bags (literally, plastic ziplock bags) for your children to work on, largely independently. The Crew reviewed several of the Activity Bag eBooks, including:
Science Experiments in a Bag E-Book 1
Science Experiments in a Bag E-Book 2
Science Experiments in a Bag E-Book 3
Preschool Activities in a Bag 1
Preschool Activities in a Bag 2
Read the Crew reviews of Activity Bags.
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CONTEST RULES:
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. LIMIT ONE PRIZE PER HOUSEHOLD IN ANY 90-DAY PERIOD. This contest, and all entrants and entries in Schoolhouse Saturday Swag Giveaways (“Contest(s)”), are subject to these rules, the full Schoolhouse Saturday Swag Contest Rules (“Contest Rules”), the Old Schoolhouse Magazine Official Contest Rules found online at http://thehomeschoolmagazine.com/pages/contests/ (“Official Rules”), all of which are incorporated herein by reference as though set forth in full, and applicable law. The Contest is open to natural persons over the age of eighteen (18) years who reside in the United States and who are not otherwise disqualified by applicable rules and laws (“Entrants”).
The following persons are not eligible to enter or participate in Contests: (a) officers, employees, independent contractors and affiliates of The Old Schoolhouse Magazine, LLC, (b) Contest sponsors, (c) companies or individuals providing Contest prizes, (d) persons who have won a Contest within the ninety (90) day period immediately preceding the relevant contest, and (e) family members of and persons living in the same household with any of the persons named in (a), (b), (c) and (d).
Qualified Entrants may enter the Contest by leaving a comment on this post or by mail. Limit one entry method per qualifying Entrant or household. Entries expire at the end of the Contest. Information about mail-in entries can be found in the Contest Rules. TOS may disqualify and delete any comment or Entry which contains inappropriate language or which, in TOS’ sole judgment, does not qualify as a valid Entry.
The Contest winner (“Winner”) will be selected by random drawing from all eligible Entries received during the Contest Period, and will be notified by email. Odds of winning vary depending on the number of eligible Entries. Prizes are not transferable. Sponsors accept no liability and make no representations or warranties, express or implied, with respect to any aspect of the Contest.
Schoolhouse Review Crew Bloggy Convention — Day Two (Knowledge Quest Giveaway)
Welcome to day 2 of our Bloggy Convention. We have 5 more favorite vendors to share with you an another awesome giveaway — this one from Knowledge Quest!
Knowledge Quest
Knowledge Quest has ” historical outline maps, timelines, geography curriculum such as A Child’s Geography and Expedition Earth, historical biographies your whole family will love, engaging mobile apps plus much more.”
The Johnson family started their business, Knowledge Quest, Inc. in 2001 out of their own need as a homeschool family to create products that they could not find elsewhere. As a result, now other homeschool families can benefit from what Knowledge Quest has to offer.
The Crew reviewed 2 products from Knowledge Quest — The TimeMaps Collection and the MapTrek 6-eBook Set.
The TimeMaps Collection is a product in partnership with TimeMaps Ltd of the United Kingdom, that combines timelines, historical maps and encyclopedic entries in a way that brings history to life.
Each Map Trek product consists of an atlas plus historical outline maps that allow you to teach geography alongside history. Not only do you receive full-color teacher answer maps, black outline maps, various other maps depending upon individual product selection but lesson plans, glossary of terms, and instructions on how to use the maps you receive.
Each of the Map Trek products are fully described on the Knowledge Quest website HERE. There are also Free curriculum Integration Guides for you to download.
Read the Crew reviews of both the TimeMaps Collection and MapTrek Maps.
One winner will receive the TimeMaps Collection for PC or Mac, a $44.95 value. Be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this page to enter the giveaway contest!
Homeschool Legacy
Homeschool Legacy’s Once-A-Week Unit Studies are created just for busy homeschool parents; other than a quick trip to the library, no preparation time is needed – it’s already been done for you!
As an added bonus, if you have any Boy Scouts or American Heritage Girls in the family, they can earn merit badges while completing their unit study assignments with the rest of the family.
The Crew reviewed several of Homeschool Legacy’s Once-A-Week Unit Studies, including:
Click here to read all the Crew reviews.
Growing Up Wild
The Growing Up Wild DVD series introduces viewers to the Wild family who serve as missionaries in Indonesia. Targeted towards children ages 5-12, it is their hope that these videos will not only educate children about real-life on the field but be used to raise up the next generation of missionaries.
The Crew reviewed Volume 1 and Volume 4 in theGrowing Up Wild Series. Each volume contains a DVD with 3 episodes and a CD with an activity guide. The individual episodes are approximately 15 minutes in length and will address a specific aspect of living in the jungle and remote tribal missions. The accompanying activity guide offers activity ideas for families to do together to connect with the Wild family, learn more about the world they live in, and to challenge them to think globally. Click here to view a sample of the activity guide.
You can read the Crew reviews here.
Classical Academic Press
Classical Academic Press is a leading name in the classical method of home education, offering resources covering languages, logic, and Bible study.
The Crew reviewed 2 products from CAP last year — Song School Spanish and God’s Great Covenant, Book One.
Song School Spanish is the latest product in the Classical Academic Press language course choices. The Song School Spanish student set for grades kindergarten through third includes:
- Accompanying children’s music CD (42 songs) bound in to each student text
- Interactive workbook text with lots of activities
- 30 weekly lessons including review chapters
- 100+ everyday vocabulary words
- Gentle introduction to Spanish grammar
The Teacher’s Edition includes the entire student text as well as answer keys, teacher’s tips, and fun ideas for interactive classroom activities. It also includes over forty pages of additional activities and worksheets for advanced students or those who simply want more Spanish study.
God’s Great Covenant Book 1, which begins with Genesis and covers through the book of Ruth. It is divided into five units (themes) to help children grades 3-6 grasp the bigger concepts being taught in these first books of the Bible. The five themes are God’s Promises, God’s Power, God’s Redemption, God’s Provision, and God’s Faithfulness. It is told in a narrative style so that children are engaged by the stories, yet clearly see God’s unfolding plan that ultimately leads to Jesus.
You can read the Crew reviews here.
Speekee
Speekee uses a mixture of children filmed on location in Spain with puppets to teach Spanish in an immersion approach. Each video has a theme (e.g. El Cafe, El Zoo, etc.) with consistency in format. This repetition within each program helps the kids to learn key words and phrases in a fun manner.
The target range for Speekee is toddler through elementary grades. Speekee TV provides not only access to the videos, but also to Speekee FastTrack which lays out an easy to follow plan spanning 40 weeks. Each week has suggested activities with corresponding video clips, worksheets and other resources. They also supply vocabulary flashcards by episode for review with your child.
Click to read the Crew Reviews.
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CONTEST RULES:
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. LIMIT ONE PRIZE PER HOUSEHOLD IN ANY 90-DAY PERIOD. This contest, and all entrants and entries in Schoolhouse Saturday Swag Giveaways (“Contest(s)”), are subject to these rules, the full Schoolhouse Saturday Swag Contest Rules (“Contest Rules”), the Old Schoolhouse Magazine Official Contest Rules found online at http://thehomeschoolmagazine.com/pages/contests/ (“Official Rules”), all of which are incorporated herein by reference as though set forth in full, and applicable law. The Contest is open to natural persons over the age of eighteen (18) years who reside in the United States and who are not otherwise disqualified by applicable rules and laws (“Entrants”).
The following persons are not eligible to enter or participate in Contests: (a) officers, employees, independent contractors and affiliates of The Old Schoolhouse Magazine, LLC, (b) Contest sponsors, (c) companies or individuals providing Contest prizes, (d) persons who have won a Contest within the ninety (90) day period immediately preceding the relevant contest, and (e) family members of and persons living in the same household with any of the persons named in (a), (b), (c) and (d).
Qualified Entrants may enter the Contest by leaving a comment on this post or by mail. Limit one entry method per qualifying Entrant or household. Entries expire at the end of the Contest. Information about mail-in entries can be found in the Contest Rules. TOS may disqualify and delete any comment or Entry which contains inappropriate language or which, in TOS’ sole judgment, does not qualify as a valid Entry.
The Contest winner (“Winner”) will be selected by random drawing from all eligible Entries received during the Contest Period, and will be notified by email. Odds of winning vary depending on the number of eligible Entries. Prizes are not transferable. Sponsors accept no liability and make no representations or warranties, express or implied, with respect to any aspect of the Contest.
Schoolhouse Review Crew Bloggy Convention — Day One (Math Essentials Giveaway)
Welcome to our 2nd Annual Schoolhouse Review Crew Bloggy Convention! Homeschool convention season is upon us, but we know that not everyone is able to get to the many homeschool conventions available this time of year. So we’d like to help you out by sharing 25 of the Crew’s favorite products from our 2012 review season.
Each day this week, Monday — Friday, we will be sharing with you 5 different products that we found the absolute best of the year. You’ll find products from across the curriculum — math, writing, phonics, history, literature, geography, even physical fitness! And, as an extra bonus, there will be a fabulous giveaway from at least one of the vendors highlighted each day! (Be sure to enter today’s giveaway for an incredible bundle of math curriculum!)
On Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, we will also share about one physical homeschool convention where The Old Schoolhouse Magazine (TOS) is a vendor this year — Midwest Homeschool Convention (GHC) — Cincinnati, FPEA Florida Homeschool Convention — Orlando, and Virginia (HEAV) Homeschool Convention — Richmond. Every attendee of these conventions will be receiving a FREE one-year membership to SchoolhouseTeachers.com just for attending!
The Midwest Homeschool Convention — Cincinnati begins this week — Thursday, April 4 – 6. Today is the last day for earlybird registration — $40 for individuals and $55 for families. Tomorrow the cost will go up by $5 and can be paid at the door. On the website, you can view the list of vendors (the list is vast!) who will be there selling curriculum, books, and other goodies, and check out the roster of speakers, such as Andrew Pudewa, Todd Wilson, Adam Andrews, Diana Waring and Jim Weiss. For an extra charge, you can also hear their special speakers — Gianna Jessen, Tim Hawkins, and Ron Paul.
And now for our first 5 of this week’s 2012 Crew favorites –
Math Essentials –
Math Essentials was developed by Rick Fisher through his experience teaching 5th and 6th grade students in a public school in California. The goal of the program is to bring students to algebra-readiness in less than one year, and to do so in an easy-to-follow, proven system that produces dramatic results if followed according to directions.
Designed so students master and reinforce math skills in just 20 minutes a day, each lesson is short, concise, and self-contained so that students don’t have time to get bored or discouraged. Assignments include review exercises, helpful hints, sample questions, practice problems, and word problems.
The Crew reviewed all of the Math Essentials main curriculum and several supplemental books. You can read the reviews here. And be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this page to enter today’s giveaway for a bundle of Math Essential curriculum!
You can also check out Math Essentials FREE iPhone/iPad app — Math Expert. Also, for the month of April, every order of $30.00 or more will receive a free Fractions book (a $14.95 retail value), plus a free Homework Kit (a $4.95 retail value). Shipping for all orders is a flat $3.00, no matter the size.
The Pilgrim Story (Dayspring Christian Academy)–
Dayspring Christian Academy is a Principle Approach School located in Mountville, PA. The Principle Approach model is one based on biblical principles with the purpose of restoring America to her heritage.
In recent months, Dayspring launched on online class, The Pilgrim Story, designed for grades 3-6.
The Pilgrim Story teaches children about one of the most important times in our nation’s history. It is America’s foundation. This self-guided, interactive history course teaches students the true history of the Pilgrims from original sources. The Principle Approach method of education is used, which holds a providential view of history. Students are taught the importance of Christian character and other biblical principles, such as self governance, hard work, and perseverance. Students also learn the biblical principles of Christian liberty.
Family Time Fitness
Family Time Fitness was designed to get your homeschool family physically fit. Members of the Crew reviewed the Fitness 4 Home School Core 1 Curriculum K-8.
The Fitness 4 Homeschool Curriculum allows homeschool parents to teach physical education without previous knowledge of physical education and athletic development. Our program, designed by experts in fitness training, nutrition and body movement, is designed to suit every age and ability level while affordably fitting into your budget. Our program combines flexibility and fun with a comprehensive curriculum to give your children a foundation for strong bodies and minds.
Click here to read the Crew reviews.
Apologia What We Believe –
A perennial favorite with the Crew, in 2012 we were blessed to review 2 installments from the What We Believe Series — Who Am I. And What Am I Doing Here and Who Is My Neighbor. And Why Does He Need Me?
Who Am I? — The second book in the What We Believe series, Who Am I? (And What Am I Doing Here?) will help students choose to put God first in every area of their lives based on these biblical truths: God owns everything; He has entrusted me with certain gifts and wants me to use these gifts for His glory; I can serve Him by using my time wisely; I can serve Him by using my talents wisely; I can serve him by using my money and possessions wisely; I can serve Him by caring for my body wisely; God expects me to take good care of His creation.
Who Is My Neighbor? – The third book in the What We Believe series, Who Is My Neighbor? (And Why Does He Need Me?) will encourage kids to develop a Christlike servant attitude based on these biblical truths. The stories, discussion questions, and activities make this a wonderful study for the entire family.
Click here to read the Crew reviews of Who Am I?
Click here to read the Crew reviews of Who Is My Neighbor?
Beeyoutiful –
Beeyoutiful is another long-time favorite vendor for the Crew. Last year we were able to review 3 different bundles of products – two from Beeyoutiful, and one from Beeyoutiful Skin.
The set of Beeyoutiful Products included:
- Berry Well, an elderberry syrup used as an herbal dietary supplement to fight against flu, colds and both bacterial and viral infections.
- Ow!-Ease, an arnica trauma salve, used with strains, sprains, bruises, and contusions.
- Miracle Skin Salve can be used to sooth sunburn, chapped lips and diaper rash, or for more serious conditions like painful wounds and burns.
- Lip BALM, which stands for Beeyoutiful All-natural Lip Moisturizer, is available in orange or peppermint
- Beeyoutiful Views DVD contains video of Stephanie Tallent sharing how she uses some of the most popular Beeyoutiful products with her family.
The Skin Care reviewed included:
- Laveshmint Daily Moisturizing Lotion, a soothing facial moisturizer with pure Aloe.
- Laveshmint Hydrating Toner can be used to close the pores after cleansing, or to cool sunburns or cleanse wounds.
- Hair Shine, a spray-in conditioner, and more.
- Vanilla Dream Body Butter, used both as for deep moisturizing, and for repairing damaged tissue.
The Mineral Make-Up from Beeyoutiful Skin is something very new. The Crew checked out a set that included:
- Foundation,
- Foundation Brush,
- Eye/Lip Color,
- Multi-Purpose Brush,
- a small sample of a second Eye/Lip Color, and
- DVD (not pictured).
This mineral make-up is pure, 100% minerals with no fillers, and it is even gluten-free.
Click here to read the Crew reviews.
And now for the terrific giveaway. Use the Rafflecopter below to enter. Please click this link to read all Contest Rules carefully before entering.
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CONTEST RULES:
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. LIMIT ONE PRIZE PER HOUSEHOLD IN ANY 90-DAY PERIOD. This contest, and all entrants and entries in Schoolhouse Saturday Swag Giveaways (“Contest(s)”), are subject to these rules, the full Schoolhouse Saturday Swag Contest Rules (“Contest Rules”), the Old Schoolhouse Magazine Official Contest Rules found online at http://thehomeschoolmagazine.com/pages/contests/ (“Official Rules”), all of which are incorporated herein by reference as though set forth in full, and applicable law. The Contest is open to natural persons over the age of eighteen (18) years who reside in the United States and who are not otherwise disqualified by applicable rules and laws (“Entrants”).
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