Homeschool HUB Weekly Update: June 2014

Homeschool HUB News Update--June 20

Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094
email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com   website: www.hshub.org facebook: www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
Editor: Andrea Bikfalvy

The information below is offered to you as a service. Please research and decide for yourself the value to your family. The Homeschool HUB does not endorse any programs or services other than those offered by the Homeschool HUB.

Send information to be added to the update no later than the Thursday before the week you want it to appear: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com

To subscribe to this newsletter, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HUBnewsletter/ OR send an email to the following address: HUBnewsletter-subscribe@yahoogroups.com (You can also sign up on the home page of our website hshub.org--just type your email in the box!) Don't forget to do one of these if you change your email address!

Yes, you are welcome to forward the newsletter to anyone who might be interested! :-)

GENERAL INTEREST

G1) Brain Warmer Upper
G2) Discovery Education Streaming for Free

G1) Brain Warmer Upper

This week's puzzle:

Hidden colors

Example:    AN OGRE ENTERED THE ROOM = GREEN
1.    RICO RAN GEM STONES TO JEWELRY STORES
2.    MARY'S LAMB ERASED HER PAPER
3.    WITH GABE I GET A SOLID TEAM PLAYER
4.    ITALIAN CHEFS LIKE BASIL VERY MUCH
5.    VINCENT WAS CATCHING RAYS AT THE BEACH
Challenge: NANCY ANSWERS ALL THE QUESTIONS EACH TIME

Written by Alan Stillson http://stillsonworks.com/product_info.php?products_id=59

Answers to last week's puzzle:

1.    A LAWYER MUST FORMAT THE WILL CORRECTLY = MATTHEW
2.    TO GET TO DEL MAR YOU GO NORTH FROM SAN DIEGO = MARY
3.    SOME PEOPLE READ AVIDLY = DAVID
4.    MOST EXPERT RATE VASSAR AHEAD OF BENNINGTON = SARAH
5.    DON'T PUT THE PIANO AHEAD OF YOUR ACADEMICS = NOAH
Challenge: DID MISS MONTANA OMIT SOMETHING? = NAOMI

G2) Discovery Education Streaming for Free

Co-op members tell us time and again that their Discovery Education Streaming Plus subscription was the best homeschool purchase they ever made.

That's why we are pleased to announce that homeschoolers can now enjoy a subscription to this award-winning resource for their entire family ABSOLUTELY FREE for the summer (until August 31) -- exclusively through the Homeschool Buyers Co-op!

More info: https://www.homeschoolbuyersco-op.org/discovery-education-streaming-plus-free-trial/

MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

1) Mid-Summer Parents Night Out

1) Mid-Summer Parents Night Out

Join us Tuesday evening, July 15 at Life Stream Church - 6561 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale, MI 49401 - from 7 to 8:30pm for an evening of home education encouragement, fellowship and beverages - at no cost to you!

(This leaves you plenty of time to make it to the beach afterwards for a GLORIOUS Michigan sunset!)

We'll remember together important things Chris Davis shared. AND enjoy fellowship with homeschooling friends over FREE coffee/beverages!

You will love meeting Christy Duffy - the west Michigan homeschool Mom who recently appeared on Glenn Beck's show as well as Fox and Friends! She'll be updating us on what has happened regarding some important parent's rights after all the publicity about her "I Am the Mom" blog post!

Be there when we announce our exciting keynotes for MWC 2015 (Reserve Saturday, February 21!) and we'll be giving away a MWC 2015 ticket or two! There will also be a table where you can choose to purchase your MWC 2015 tickets at our only discounted rate of the season.

Bring a friend, your spouse or your WHOLE support group and prepare to be refreshed and encouraged in your endeavors at home! This evening is designed for parents who are veterans, newbies or just curious onlookers. ALL interested parents are wanted and welcomed! (No nursery available but nursing infants are welcomed.) Children and teens are not included in this evening.

Please RSVP to Val McDaniel at midwinterconference@gmail.com so that we have a clue how many are taking us up on this free offer! Thanks so much!

See you Tuesday evening, July 15 at Life Stream Church in Allendale for the first ever, Mid-Summer Parents Night Out!

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LINKS TO SHARE:

Share your favorite websites! Email to homeschoolhub@yahoo.com

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CLASSIFIEDS

Looking for a group? Join the HUB! We need you.

The HUB is a volunteer organization. Without the support and participation of homeschool families, we can't function effectively. There are several benefits of membership including a resource library that includes things like laptops, video cameras and other items to borrow. Members receive first chance at events and classes when availability is limited. The cost of membership is only $24/year. Information about becoming a member is on the website at www.hshub.org

Have something for sale, free or trade? Advertise here! (Advertisements stay in for two weeks unless we work out something else in advance)

Homeschool groups are welcome to advertise their group, too. It's free!

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LETTING IT RIDE:

Like us on facebook for discussions, announcements, questions, and support: https://www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
Join our yahoo group for discussions, announcements, questions, and support: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homeschoolhub/
Check out our website for info (refer your friends, too, if you like!): http://www.hshub.org/

Amazon.com--Please come to www.hshub.org before you shop at Amazon. You can either shop the Associate Store listed in the Menu bar or click on the "Help the Homeschool HUB - Purchase at Amazon" link just below the Menu bar. By using this link to Amazon The Homeschool HUB will earn money through Amazon's Associates program on everything you purchase. So whenever you think "Amazon" please remember your purchase can help The Homeschool HUB.

The Homeschool HUB is collecting used textbooks. Contact Andrea homeschoolhub@yahoo.com or 269-240-6094

The Homeschool HUB is continuing to collect Campbell Soup labels, Campbell's Chunky Soup labels, Campbell's Healthy Request labels, Campbell's Select harvest, Franco-American, Pepperidge Farm, Spaghettios, Swanson, V-8 Beverages, V-8 Fusion, Prego Italian Sauces and Campbell's Food Service.   Give your labels to any board member or bring them to our homeschool functions.

--AND--

We are still accepting Boxtops for education labels. You can find these on many products.

Go to Boxtops for Education.org for more info, and then SAVE SAVE SAVE those labels. Each one nets 10 cents and every 10 cents adds up. You can give them to any HUB board member or bring them to any functions that we have. Thank-you!

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DISCLAIMERS:

While the Homeschool HUB believes that these events or opportunities may be of value to home educators, announcements do not constitute an endorsement by the Homeschool HUB, or its Board of Directors. It is the responsibility of individual parents to determine the appropriateness of any event or opportunity for their children.

Participation in any event is voluntary and the participant assumes complete responsibility and liability for themselves, their family, anyone accompanying them, and their personal property.

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Homeschool HUB News Update--June 13

Homeschool HUB phone: 269-240-6094
email: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com   website: www.hshub.org facebook: www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
Editor: Andrea Bikfalvy

The information below is offered to you as a service. Please research and decide for yourself the value to your family. The Homeschool HUB does not endorse any programs or services other than those offered by the Homeschool HUB.

Send information to be added to the update no later than the Thursday before the week you want it to appear: homeschoolhub@yahoo.com

To subscribe to this newsletter, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HUBnewsletter/ OR send an email to the following address: HUBnewsletter-subscribe@yahoogroups.com (You can also sign up on the home page of our website hshub.org--just type your email in the box!) Don't forget to do one of these if you change your email address!

Yes, you are welcome to forward the newsletter to anyone who might be interested! :-)

GENERAL INTEREST

G1) Brain Warmer Upper
G2) Opportunity for Homeschool Kids
G3) Summer Photo Contest for Homeschool Students
G4) Free Game to Learn Birdsongs

G1) Brain Warmer Upper

This week's puzzle:

Hidden colors

Example:    AN OGRE ENTERED THE ROOM = GREEN
1.    RICO RAN GEM STONES TO JEWELRY STORES
2.    MARY'S LAMB ERASED HER PAPER
3.    WITH GABE I GET A SOLID TEAM PLAYER
4.    ITALIAN CHEFS LIKE BASIL VERY MUCH
5.    VINCENT WAS CATCHING RAYS AT THE BEACH
Challenge: NANCY ANSWERS ALL THE QUESTIONS EACH TIME

Written by Alan Stillson http://stillsonworks.com/product_info.php?products_id=59

Answers to last week's puzzle:

1.    A LAWYER MUST FORMAT THE WILL CORRECTLY = MATTHEW
2.    TO GET TO DEL MAR YOU GO NORTH FROM SAN DIEGO = MARY
3.    SOME PEOPLE READ AVIDLY = DAVID
4.    MOST EXPERT RATE VASSAR AHEAD OF BENNINGTON = SARAH
5.    DON'T PUT THE PIANO AHEAD OF YOUR ACADEMICS = NOAH
Challenge: DID MISS MONTANA OMIT SOMETHING? = NAOMI

G2) Opportunity for Homeschool Kids

We would like to extend an invitation for your students (18 and younger) to get paid to be Kid Critics.

Critique By Kids is an online review company, similar in nature to TripAdvisor but we do video reviews that show the child's perspective of businesses that cater to children and families. Our Kid Critics get paid $40-$50 plus the service is provided when they do a video review of businesses such as restaurants, hotels, zoos, museums, amusement parks, karate classes, acting classes, etc.

Critique By Kids is a relatively new company that started by a group of homeschoolers in May of 2013. We have been growing rapidly and have recently caught the eye of the media. We will be featured in several news programs across the country this summer and are currently in coordination with the Ellen DeGeneres Show to be featured sometime in the fall.

To learn more about us or to register as a Kid Critic family, go to critiquebykids.com. When you register, PLEASE Make sure to put "Homeschool HUB" in the business field. This will help support the Homeschool HUB at no cost to you.

Feel free to call me with any questions.

Thank you,
Deadawn Kukla
info@critiquebykids.com
217-357-7272

G3) Summer Photo Contest for Homeschool Students

Summer is around the corner! Time to grab your camera (or smart phone) for HSLDA's annual Photography Contest!

Offering cash prizes upwards of $200, this contest is open to all homeschooled students ages 7-19. We try to choose themes that leave plenty of room for imaginative interpretation, so we invite you to be creative and have fun!

Category 1 (ages 7-10) theme: Interesting
Category 2 (ages 11-14) theme: Memorable
Category 3 (ages 15-19) theme: Ordinary

Each student is invited to enter up to three photos relating to the theme for their age category.

At hear it from the judges, you can view the judges' comments from previous contests to get a better sense of what to look for or avoid when taking pictures. Also, look at the winning photos from previous years to get an idea of what the judges are looking for!

Guidelines and entry forms can be found on our website, as well as information about our other annual contests, which include art, poetry, and essay writing.

"Why should my children study photography? It's not academic."
"A picture is worth a thousand words." We are reminded of this each time we pick up a newspaper or storybook. A good photograph can capture reality and evoke emotion in a powerful way. One glance at a war-torn countryside or starving community may linger in a person's soul and motivate them to great actions.

Journalistic photography has impacted the world, and a good photographer must learn the art of seeing the opportunities that exist all around and then decide the best way to capture them. Our contest offers students a chance to engage this discipline in a fun way that encourages them to think outside the box. If our children are to positively influence the world around them, a well-trained eye will help them spot both opportunities and exploitations.

Let's train our children to recognize and harness the impact of a well-taken photograph.

More info: http://www.hslda.org/contests/photo/default.asp?elq=6b9c3280d6c64b3686e0ae32f98673e8&elqCampaignId=618

G4) Free Game to Learn Birdsongs

Learn to Bird by Ear With New "Bird Song Hero." Learning bird songs is a key birding skill, and it's one of the most frequently requested features our website visitors ask for. So our All About Bird Biology team developed Bird Song Hero. This fun game puts the visual side of your brain to work, asking you to match the song you're hearing to one of three visual representations of the sound. With more than 50 songs featured, you might just end up with a catchy song stuck in your head.

http://biology.allaboutbirds.org/bird-song-hero

MICHIANA EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

1) Curriculum Fair in September
2) Washington D.C. Tour with Landmark Events
3) Bounty Hunters: Raiders of Human Property Bus Tour
4) Lego Movie Event

5) Curriculum Expo

1) Curriculum Fair in September

Greetings!

YOU ARE INVITED to attend The Ultimate Teacher Expo™! This Expo, an event created by a teacher for ALL teachers, is where classroom materials and supplies are sold at bargain prices. There are also vendor opportunities available for those looking to recycle their underused materials. This awesome event only comes once a year, so don't miss out! IT will be held in Southfield, MI on September 20, 2014. To learn more about The Ultimate Teacher Expo™, please visit http://literacyatworkevents.weebly.com. I appreciate your time and I hope to see you there!

Professionally,

Melanie Matthews, M.Ed., NBCT
Literacy at Work, LLC
Owner & Lead Consultant
P.O. Box 2918
Southfield, MI 48037
Phone & Fax: 1-800-410-6028
"Providing Professional Development for Educators and Administrators"
www.LiteracyatWork.net


2) Washington D.C. Tour with Landmark Events

Heart of American History Tour July 14-19, 2014

Greetings friends,

Biblical worldview is everything when interpreting history and doubtful you have experienced the Washington DC area with such a team of historians, that we believe are the best available! Explore God's providence in our nation's capital with Bill Potter, Colonel John Eidsmoe and Bernie Beall on a tour that has been years in the planning and which will offer the most diverse, iconic, fascinating, provocative, educational and entertaining historical sites imaginable.

We will examine the history of the founding fathers and the foundations of the law they established in the name of God — military campaigns against foreign foes and the Great War that tore our nation apart, the role of the church in the development of our nation, and much much more. The antithesis between God's Law and secular humanism, Christianity and paganism, the Sovereign Lord and wannabe-sovereign man is everywhere apparent if you know where to look, and you have the men to show you.

So join other like-minded families and see Washington DC like you never have before as we mine the vast and incredible providences of God and enjoy wonderful fellowship. Space is limited, so sign up today!

Announcing Landmark Events Referral Rebates — Now through December 31, 2014, refer a friend or family to a tour you are already registered for and they will receive 10% off registration PLUS you will receive a rebate equal to the dollar amount you saved your friends! Keep referring people and save even more — all the way to up 100% of your ticket cost! Make sure your friends write your name in the referral field when registering.

Note: Refunds are based on actual revenues of referrals and will be issued after the conclusion of the tour.

Scheduled Venues Include:
Mount Vernon
White House
Washington Monument
Jefferson Memorial
Newseum
National Archives
Library of Congress
Supreme Court
U.S. Capitol Building
Antietam Battlefield
Ford's Theater
Peterson House
Arlington House
Spy Museum
Lincoln Memorial
Holocaust Museum
Smithsonian Institute
Air & Space Museum

Learn More and Register to Attend: http://www.landmarkevents.org/pages/heart-of-american-history-tour

3) Bounty Hunters: Raiders of Human Property Bus Tour

July 10

This tour will swing through stops in Southwestern Michigan like the historic marker for the Underground Railroad that links Indiana to Illinois and The Freedom Road Marker that symbolizes the 1847 fugitive slave raid. Visit the home of Stephen Bogue who was a Quaker who freed African American slaves and sheltered runaway slaves and travel down Michigan's 1st highway- the US 12, which follows the trail that the Native Americans walked   on foot. We will then venture to Northern Indiana and visit historic stops such as the Bartlett House, which was built in the 1850's. As well as partaking in the Underground Railroad, the owner signed the Declaration of Independence and his home is the oldest brick home in South Bend. $85/person

More info: http://www.steponbustours.com

4) Lego Movie Event

YOU'RE INVITED!

Join us for a LEGO Movie Release Event at Barnes & Noble!
We will have inspired team building sessions, raffle prizes, and our friends from the FLL Lego Robotics Team will be here to do LEGO Robotics demonstrations!
Special treats from our cafe will also be served!

Date: Tuesday, June 17th
Time: 5:00 PM
Where: Reader's Lounge in B&N
RSVP: Jim Emmons 574-247-1126, crm2358@bn.com

Sincerely,
Jim Emmons
Community Relations Manager
Barnes & Noble , Inc.
6501 N. Grape Rd., Suite 200
Mishawaka, IN 46545
o (574) 247-0864 f (574) 247-1156

5) Curriculum Expo

Dear Friends;

Just a quick reminder that My Father's World is hosting a curriculum expo Next week in South Bend.

Thursday, June 19, 11:00AM – 3:00PM
Hilton Garden Inn
53995 Indiana SR 933

MFW Curriculum Expos are free, relaxed opportunities to experience a full display of our curriculum in cities where we are unable to attend a convention. A staff family will be on hand to answer all your questions and take orders. Everyone is welcome - invite your friends to pre-register and attend with you. Pre-register here: http://mfwbooks.givezooks.com/events/south-bend-2014-curriculum-expo

Pre-register and receive these incentives.*

Everyone:
Pre-register now and receive a $10 coupon (for purchases that include a complete curriculum package or MFW Teacher's Manual - may only be redeemed at the event).
FREE shipping on all orders placed at the event
FREE Brinkman Adventures CD ($10 Value)

Bring a Friend:
If a new customer you invited purchases a complete curriculum package or Teacher's Manual at the event and you are present, both of you will receive a FREE Brinkman Adventures series ($40 Value - one per customer).

New Customer:
10% discount for all new customers who purchase a complete curriculum package or Teacher's Manual at the event. New customers may use only one of the following, whichever is greater: 10% discount or $10 pre-registration coupon.

*Incentives subject to change

Thank you,
David Phillips
My Father's World
PO Box 2140
Rolla, MO 65402
(573) 202-2000
www.mfwbooks.com

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LINKS TO SHARE:

Share your favorite websites! Email to homeschoolhub@yahoo.com

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CLASSIFIEDS

BOOKCASE WANTED

We are looking for a SMALL, narrow but tall (for small space) bookcase (CAN be a fix-er-up-er) Leave message on answering meachine, including how to reach. (269) 684 2448

MATH RESOURCE

Math-Whizz is a supplemental online math-tutoring resource. It is Diagnostic, Adaptive, and Prescriptive. Diagnostic - It uses an Initial Placement Assessment (45 minutes of questions) to determine the student's current math-skill level (we call it "Math-Age"). Adaptive - The Digital Tutor uses student performance data to constantly assess how a student is developing their math skills. Prescriptive - Rather than requiring a parent to pick and choose exercises for the student, the Tutor does that for you. It uses exercise performance data to analyze the student's progress and prescribe the next exercise instantly.

http://www.whizz.com/en-us/

Here are a few video clips that briefly demonstrate our resource:

Information about Math-Whizz, in 3 minutes:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5OAA9P90uw

How the Tutor works:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUN7uTVJb3c

Math-Whizz overview for Parents:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47PlvBEsXxQ

Looking for a group? Join the HUB! We need you.

The HUB is a volunteer organization. Without the support and participation of homeschool families, we can't function effectively. There are several benefits of membership including a resource library that includes things like laptops, video cameras and other items to borrow. Members receive first chance at events and classes when availability is limited. The cost of membership is only $24/year. Information about becoming a member is on the website at www.hshub.org

Have something for sale, free or trade? Advertise here! (Advertisements stay in for two weeks unless we work out something else in advance)

Homeschool groups are welcome to advertise their group, too. It's free!

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LETTING IT RIDE:

Like us on facebook for discussions, announcements, questions, and support: https://www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHub
Join our yahoo group for discussions, announcements, questions, and support: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homeschoolhub/
Check out our website for info (refer your friends, too, if you like!): http://www.hshub.org/

Amazon.com--Please come to www.hshub.org before you shop at Amazon. You can either shop the Associate Store listed in the Menu bar or click on the "Help the Homeschool HUB - Purchase at Amazon" link just below the Menu bar. By using this link to Amazon The Homeschool HUB will earn money through Amazon's Associates program on everything you purchase. So whenever you think "Amazon" please remember your purchase can help The Homeschool HUB.

The Homeschool HUB is collecting used textbooks. Contact Andrea homeschoolhub@yahoo.com or 269-240-6094

The Homeschool HUB is continuing to collect Campbell Soup labels, Campbell's Chunky Soup labels, Campbell's Healthy Request labels, Campbell's Select harvest, Franco-American, Pepperidge Farm, Spaghettios, Swanson, V-8 Beverages, V-8 Fusion, Prego Italian Sauces and Campbell's Food Service.   Give your labels to any board member or bring them to our homeschool functions.

--AND--

We are still accepting Boxtops for education labels. You can find these on many products.

Go to Boxtops for Education.org for more info, and then SAVE SAVE SAVE those labels. Each one nets 10 cents and every 10 cents adds up. You can give them to any HUB board member or bring them to any functions that we have. Thank-you!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
DISCLAIMERS:

While the Homeschool HUB believes that these events or opportunities may be of value to home educators, announcements do not constitute an endorsement by the Homeschool HUB, or its Board of Directors. It is the responsibility of individual parents to determine the appropriateness of any event or opportunity for their children.

Participation in any event is voluntary and the participant assumes complete responsibility and liability for themselves, their family, anyone accompanying them, and their personal property.