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By: Mimi Rothschild
How would you feel if someone told you that you weren’t learning the “right” way? Would you be angry, inquisitive, or thank them for sharing their opinion?
Now, what if that someone was a judge and told you that your parents were committing a crime by homeschooling you? Sounds preposterous, right? Well, in California there are three judges that are trying to do that same very thing and label the parents that homeschool as criminals.
Criminal – one that has committed or been legally convicted of a crime.
What started as one family being told that homeschooling is illegal, has now escalated to the entire state of California. Homeschooling is now illegal throughout California. Children are being told they must go to a public school, or they will be labeled truants.
Truant – a person who stay away from school without permission.
What is to prevent this law from spreading throughout [...]

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“Greetings, Mr. Iscariot.” The bellhop said to the well-dressed man just entering the luxurious hotel. “Can I take your bags for you?”
“Sure. And, here, take this.” Mr. Iscariot handed the bellhop five pieces of silver, a handsome tip for such a meager task.
In his room, Mr. Iscariot ordered room service. He had bread and wine delivered, and with tip it costs him ten pieces of silver.
He sent his clothes down to be washed, ironed and folded. –Ten more pieces of silver for that.
He then left the hotel to see the surrounding town. With fare, a snack, and admission cost into the various museums and shops, he spent another five pieces of silver and had nothing really to show for it.
And with that, Mr. Iscariot had no silver left. That was all he had to his name, or was it? Everyone knew him. Some loved him, many others [...]

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By: Karlie Margaret Houser
As a child, my brothers and I spent hours dreaming up games that, for no other reason, allowed us to compete with each other and share the joys of spending time together. One game I remember with great excitement was our version of boardwalk horseshoes, but with pennies. Here’s how you can play:
• First, collect lots of pennies – five a person should be plenty
• Space out rows of containers, the more the better – use baby food jars or cans with smooth rims (they give the best bounce)
• Pick a line on the floor as the stand-behind line – and to be fair, adjust it for the different ages of those playing
• Players line up in single file
• Each player gets five pennies and one penny at a time tries to pitch them into the containers
• After five tosses, collect the missed pennies and go to the back of the line
• It is [...]

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White:
Pawn from e2 to e3: Your first move, or day of school. Different, but a comfortable move. Millions before you have been homeschooled and gone on to be some of the most influential people on our planet – like Presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Quincy Adams, James Madison, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson and Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Red:
Knight from b8 to a6: Aggressive, throwing caution to the wind, the intent is to bark with little hope of a powerful or immediate bite. There is a temptation to strike with your bishop, but you’ll feel the repercussions of your actions. In chess, and life, we are taught that we must make sacrifices sometimes. Is this sacrifice worth it?
White:
Bishop from f1 to c6: That’s it, be smart. Think it out. Show your hand proudly. And remind your opponent that you are smart and can [...]

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Take some time to read this great article about helping students with Attention Deficit Disorder.  Included are seven solid strategies that parents and teachers should start implementing for students with ADD.
As all good teachers know, every student has unique interests, abilities, and learning styles. In a successful classroom, this individuality is respected. In fact, teachers use what they know about each individual to help students learn. This same care and respect can help the growing number of students with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) overcome some of the educational challenges that they face.
Distinguishing ADD from the normal range of childhood activity is difficult and requires the help of a trained professional. There is no cure for ADD. However, you can use strategies like the seven below to help students with ADD find success in your classroom.

Establish a calm, structured classroom

Set up regular routines and clear, consistent rules. While this [...]

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By Mimi Rothschild
I love the sound of children playing in my neighborhood. Balls are bouncing everywhere. The sound of little feet running about echo through my windows. Little brothers yell at their big brothers to wait up. It’s important that home schooling students play outside too and enjoy playing with their siblings as well as other children in the neighborhood. Playing outside is an excellent way for home schoolers to get exercise and socialize with their peers. Here are some fun outdoor games for home schooling students to play.
Pre-Kindgergarten Home Schoolers
Hide and Seek: Pre-Kindergarten home schoolers can learn how to play hide and seek. Pre-kindergarten home schoolers will love playing this game and never want to stop!
Elementary Home Schoolers
Tag: Tag is a game that has remained popular over the years for elementary home schoolers. Tag can be played in a variety of ways. Elementary home schoolers can learn all [...]

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Home schoolers, do you have a craving for something sweet? I have the perfect solution for you! Roll up your sleeves and make some yummy summer treats. Home schoolers should ask their parents for help before working on their delicious masterpieces. Cooking is fun and a wonderful skill to learn. It can also reinforce home schooling curriculum like chemistry, math, and reading.
Preschool Home Schoolers
Summer Popsicles: Preschool home schoolers will love making these delicious popsicles, especially on a hot day!
Elementary Home Schoolers
Frozen Chocolate Banana Pops: Home schoolers in elementary school will have a ball making this easy recipe for scrumptious chocolate covered bananas.
Middle School Home Schoolers
Fun Healthy Fruit Shakes: Summer treats don’t have to be unhealthy. Middle school home schoolers can enjoy creating a variety of tasty and healthy fruit shakes.
High School Home Schoolers
Ice Cream Sandwiches: Is there anything more [...]

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Homeschoolers, it’s time for you to get your hands dirty and garden! Gardening is a great way for homeschoolers to learn about plants, vegetables, photosynthesis and have fun during the summer. Gardening is also the perfect way to reinforce homeschooling curriculum by discussing the water cycle, the process of photosynthesis and other concepts in biology. Click the links below to start your homeschooling garden project.
Pre-Kindergarten Homeschoolers
Indoor Projects for Kids: Here are some fun indoor garden projects for pre-k homeschoolers.
Elementary Homeschoolers
Terrarium Projects: Chech out these cool and creative garden projects that elementary homeschoolers will love!
Middle School Homeschoolers
Vegetable Garden: Middle School homeschoolers can build a lovely vegetable garden using this great guide.
High School Homeschoolers
Science of Gardening: High School homeschoolers are encouraged to read all about the science and art of gardening by watching the videos on this awesome website.
Then God said, “Let [...]

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What are your homeschoolers doing this summer? Going back in time? Sailing on the high seas? Hanging out with the three little pigs? Summer is the perfect time for homeschoolers to improve their readings skills and have a blast while doing it. We’ve compiled a comprehensive summer reading list for each Grace Academy grade so that your homeschoolers can improve their reading skills over the summer and have fun reading a variety of amazing stories. Encourage your homeschooler to read everyday and see their reading skills improve dramatically over the summer!
Homeschool parents should also check out our homeschool summer school program. Our summer school program helps homeschoolers grow their minds, gain credit toward a high school diploma, and surge ahead academically instead of developing lazy habits. Have a great summer!!!

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By Mimi Rothschild
What will are you doing this summer? I’m sure many of you Jubilee Academy homeschoolers have big plans! A great hobby to have for life is photography. People can enjoy snapping pictures in various styles no matter what age they are. Try your hand, and eyes, at photography this summer and see what sort of great shots you can capture! We’d love to see them!
Pre-Kindergarten Homeschoolers
Baby Animal Photos: Look at hundreds of cute and adorable baby animal photos.

Elementary Homeschoolers
Fun Photo Projects: Learn how to make some neat crafts using photos.
Middle School Homeschoolers
Free Photography Contest: Homeschoolers can win big prizes and sharpen their photography skills.
High School Homeschoolers
The Amazing Project 365: Document one year in your homeschool life and be amazed!
“The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” — Exodus 14:14
In Him,
Mimi Rothschild

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