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There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it's going to be a butterfly.
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Florida Email Lists, Support Groups, Message Boards, Forums and Newsletters
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- PACEFLAGLER (P.A.C.E. Flagler) - PACE is a non-legalistic christian support group serving flagler county and we have a volusia county branch with 60+ members.We offer field trips , FPEA membership ,holiday events,co-ops, moms night out as well as book clubs,middle school group etc.We are looking for families whose desire it is to nuture their children from the heart .We are friendly and outgoing and are here to encourage each family in this awesome adventure of homeschooling.Feel free to contact me with questions and ideas...Blessings...
- To Subscribe, visit .
- PACEHome (P.A.C.E. Homeschool) - P.A.C.E. is a non legalistic christian support group serving the volusia , seminole county area. We offer personal curriculum counseling, FPEA membership,field trips, book club,holiday events, moms nights, co-op,park days, book it, and just plain fun.We are looking forward to hearing from families who desire to home grow their children from the heart.While we are a christian group all are welcome to come join in our adventures. .Im a very open and friendly group leader ,please contact me with questions and or problems,we never want anyone to feel uncomfortable or put out.We are here to encourage and nuture our children and each other.Blessings....
- To Subscribe, visit PACEHome.
- ParentsETC - This forum is for the exclusive use of members of the Parents ETC homeschool support group. For more information on Parents ETC or to become a member please visit our website at Parent's ETC.
- To Subscribe, visit ParentsETC.
- parkland_hs (Parkland Homeschool Group) - A cooperative group of home educating families. Parkland offers support and assistance to families who are primarily responsible for the education of their children. This support group consists of home educating parents joining together for the common purpose of sharing their talents, resources and time in order to enhance and enrich the educational experiences of their children. The families are in the Orlando, FL area.
- To Subscribe, visit parkland_hs.
- Pasco_Florida_Homeschooled_Teens_Network - This group is a place for homeschooled teens in Pasco, Florida (and surrounding counties), to have discussions with one another.
This group should be fully functional and accepting memberships by mid-July 2008.
In order to join this group your parent(s) must be a member of:
Pasco_FL_Homeschoolers_Fun_in_the_Sun group
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Pasco_County_Christian_Homeschoolers_Group (will not be open until 08/08)
Those that use this group and post inappropriate material will be banned.
Should you have any questions, you can also send an email to Pasco_Florida_Homeschooled_Teens_Network-owner@yahoogroups.com.
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- To Subscribe, visit Pasco_Florida_Homeschooled_Teens_Network.
- Pasco_Florida_Homeschoolers_Fun_in_the_Sun - OUR MOTTO IS...NO MANDATORY MEETINGS! NO FEES! NO STRESS!
A litttle about us...This Florida children/parent group is to help our Pasco homeschooled school-age children (ages 5 – 18 years old), along with surrounding counties, find friends in the area & activities to do together. We are geared for the ages of 5-18, but, with proper supervision, your other kiddos are welcome to come along too! We are open to all teaching styles.
We are a steadily growing group of online & off line members.
This group is FREE! You will not have to pay anything to be a part of this yahoo group; HOWEVER, THE ACTIVITIES WILL NOT BE PAID FOR BY THE GROUP. EACH PARENT MUST PAY FOR THEIR OWN CHILD/REN. Prices for each activity will be posted in advance of each group event.
Our group will offer: children's movie nights, bowling, roller-skating, game nights, field trips & other fun events the kids wish to do in the area. There will be plans for playgroups/meet-ups, along with Florida Aquarium, local zoo’s, museum & theme park trips. For summer, swimming days & other outdoor events will be planned. This group will also be a great way to help keep the kids entertained & active for the summer! Many other groups stop their activities over the summer, be we hope to continue our activities all year. The internet & email are excellent for organizing activities, but it's no replacement for the personal contact needed in a social group.
We can offer lots of advice & discussion to help with school age children here in Florida.
GROUP RULES WILL BE ADJUSTED/MODIFIED AS THE GROUP GROWS &/OR SITUATIONS ARISE.
Now a little about you...For the security of all of our children and members we ask that you tell us about yourself, your family & your interst in the group. YOUR MEMBERSHIP WILL NOT BE APPROVED UNTIL WE RECEIVE YOUR RETURNED QUESTIONNAIRE FILLED OUT APPROPRIATELY. Please note that if a request for membership is on the weekend it may Monday before completed.
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- To Subscribe, visit Pasco_Florida_Homeschoolers_Fun_in_the_Sun.
- PBHSM (PalmBeachHomeschoolMoms) - Welcome to Palm Beach Homeschool Moms, an FPEA affiliated homeschool support group! We are an active, inclusive and social support group for homeschooling mothers of school-age children. All members are encouraged to plan and participate in many fun and enriching activities including playdates, field trips, study sessions and more. We strive to have fun while we educate our children and make friends for ourselves. Form friendships and share your homeschool experience. Share advice, support and information about homeschooling in and around Palm Beach County, Florida. New members are always welcome to join.
For more information, visit the FPEA - Florida Parent-Educators Association.
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- To Subscribe, visit PBHSM.
- PensacolaLIFEHomeschool (Pensacola L.I.F.E. Homeschool Support Gr) - Pensacola L.I.F.E. Homeschool Support Group Learning in Freedom Everyday)
We are an all-inclusive homeschool support group dedicated to providing support for all homeschoolers in Pensacola and the surrounding areas whatever your homeschooling style, reasons or religious beliefs are.
We believe that learning is accomplished by all through an atmosphere of love and respect.
Our group consists primarily of relaxed homeschoolers and unschoolers. We get together weekly for a play day and we sometimes plan a group activity for all those interested in participating. We also take turns planning field trips.
Please join us if you are intersted in finding out more about our group.
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- To Subscribe, visit PensacolaLIFEHomeschool.
- pinellasgiftedhomeschoolers (Pinellas Gifted Homeschoolers) - This group is intended to support gifted homeschoolers in Pinellas County, Florida. Others are welcome to join but would like members to be primarily local so we can get together for playdates and possibly a park day. I hope this list will be very active with homeschooling ideas, field trip ideas or anything related to gifted homeschoolers. It will be lightly moderated (no spam, no flaming, please be respectful of your fellow members).
- To Subscribe, visit pinellasgiftedhomeschoolers.
- preschoolhomeschoolersofbrevard (Preschool Homeschoolers of Brevard) - Playgroup for homeschooling families with children ages 0-6 yrs who live in Merritt Island, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach, Port St. John, Titusville, Melbourne, Rockledge, Palm Bay, Satellite Beach, Viera, or any other part of Brevard.
We have weekly playgroup meetings in members' homes every Wednesday morning and occasional field trips to places young children enjoy, as well as a monthly Moms Night Out and even potluck suppers.
We are not a typical Yahoo group where you can join just to read e-mails--we're a group of real-life friends who use Yahoo to communicate. Our intent is to become and remain a close-knit group of active members. We cheerfully welcome new families, but we insist on active participation & regular attendance at events. If you're just looking for a resource site & not wanting to be part of a community, both online & in person, PLEASE DON'T JOIN OUR GROUP. There are several good homeschool resource groups here in Brevard that do not require active involvement, and we encourage parents who just want to read emails to join those.
Some of us are relaxed homeschoolers, or even unschoolers (that is, doing little about schooling except taking life as it comes while providing exciting educational opportunities), and some use a curriculum. Some of us are religious and some are not. This group is inclusive & welcoming to all schooling styles & all religions, including no religion at all. If you have personal beliefs that might prevent you from accepting all members, this is not the group for you.
Please be prepared to fill out a questionnaire you'll receive via e-mail so we can introduce you & give you a big Space Coast welcome! The questionnaire is mandatory, for members' safety & for the sake of friendliness. Incomplete questionnaires will be automatically rejected.
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- To Subscribe, visit preschoolhomeschoolersofbrevard.
- RUBroward (Radical Unschoolers of Broward) - Radical Unschoolers of Broward is a group of families who have applied the Unschooling philosophy to our whole lives. Anyone who lives in or around Broward County Florida and is interested in changing to a radical unschooling lifestyle is welcome.
- To Subscribe, visit RUBroward.
- SBHomeschool (South Broward Homeschool Group) - Wecome to the home page of South Broward Homeschool Group. Our group is located in Broward County, Florida. We are a completely inclusive support group of families that have chosen to educate their children at home.
South Broward Homeschool Group supports all homeschool families without regard to teaching style, race, religion, or family orientation. Our goal is to provide a friendly, positive and open support group.
We believe that an open, non-judgemental and positive attitude is one of the most important things we can provide to our families.
Our group offers an online discussion list, experienced support, field trips and more.
For more information, visit South Broward Homeschool Group.
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- To Subscribe, visit SBHomeschool.
- SE-LDS-HS - This email support group is sponsored by the Southeast Region LDS Homeschool Association and the School of Abraham.
The Southeast LDS Homeschoolers online support group fills a special slot that no other group offers. This group offers homeschoolers a chance to associate with outstanding families and home educators from all over the region. As a member, you can reach out and find other families who live near you. This is a great place to share ideas, plan activities, or just ask advice.
Do you live in the SE region of the United States? You are invited to join our online homeschool support group. We invite all parents who want to help their children succeed in school and in life, veteran home educators looking for a fresh start, new family educators searching for help and ideas, and parents just thinking about home education to join us.
Our Annual Homeschool Gathering is sponsored by the Southeast Region LDS Homeschool Association is held in Georgia.
For more information, visit Southeast Region LDS Homeschoolers Gathering.
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- To Subscribe, visit SE-LDS-HS.
- Seminole-Learning-Community (Seminole Learning Community) - This is a group for homeschooling families IN or NEAR Seminole County, Florida.
This group is open to families from all faiths and walks of life. All styles of homeschooling are welcome. All ages are welcome. This group will be run by its members with some guidance from moderators so be prepared to jump right in!
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- To Subscribe, visit Seminole-Learning-Community.
- TAHT (Tampa Area Homeschooled Teens) - Welcome to our homeschool group! Tampa Area Homeschooled Teens is an inclusive group open to the families of homeschoolers age 10 and up in the Tampa Bay area of Florida (Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, Polk, Manatee). We welcome membership from the homeschooling community without regard to religion, race, sexual orientation or ethnicity. Please sign on, review our guidelines and introduce yourself!
- To Subscribe, visit TAHT.
- tampabayareahomeschoolbooks (Tampa Bay Area Homeschool Books) - This group is a forum for members living in the Greater Tampa Bay Florida area to list homeschool books "FOR SALE" or "WANTED TO BUY". New and used materials welcome. Hopefully this forum will provide an easy, non-threatening environment in which to bring the large number of sellers/buyers together (without any of the back-breaking work of "on-site" curriculum sales.) Please pass the word.
The group will provide an EASY-TO-USE SEARCHABLE database both for items "for sale" and items "wanted to buy".
This list is meant for families and only appropriate material may be submitted. Anyone submitting inappropriate material will be REMOVED from the list by the moderator. New and used materials welcome.
Teaching texts, curriculum, teacher editions, living books, the classics, chapter books, readers, children's story books, manipulatives, audios, videos, CDs, CD-ROMS, art supplies, and supplies in general may be posted.
All transactions are between buyers and sellers personally. The list owner /moderator assumes no responsibility for any sales transactions.
Because this is a "public" list (though limited in geographic area), please use discretion in dealing with members of this list.
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- To Subscribe, visit tampabayareahomeschoolbooks.
- tampabayunschoolers (Tampa Bay Unschoolers) - We are homeschooling parents in the Tampa Bay area of Florida, who have chosen (or are thinking about chosing) the method of "Unschooling" as the philosophy that guides our children's homeschool eexperience. The purpose of this group is to support each other in this quest, share ideas, methods and possibly get together for children's fieldtrips and other activities. This is specifically NOT a religious group and is open to people of any or no faith.
- To Subscribe, visit tampabayunschoolers.
- Unlimited-Learning (Unlimited Learning) - Unschooling, semi-unschooling, part-time unschooling, radical unschooling, child-led learning, interest-led learning... the common denominator... LEARNING!
Unschooling can mean many things to different homeschoolers. At times, unschooling creates much debate, fear and often gets a bad 'rap'. Because of this, it's oftentimes hard to find other 'unschoolers'.
This group focuses on unschooling in Florida. Regardless of your extent of unschooling we believe in Unlimited Learning and providing a stimulating environment and the tools and desire to explore and learn.
Please visit the Files section to read the guidelines set for this group as well as the first few messages in the group to get a feel for the diversity of this list as relating to the definitions of unschooling.
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- To Subscribe, visit Unlimited-Learning.
- unschoolPB (Unschooling in the Palm Beaches) - This group is geared toward unschooling families in Palm Beach County, Florida. The act of unschooling a child is almost always accompanied by at least little bit of occasional apprehension; the "oh dear, I hope this method will really work for my kids!?" fear. This exists because we are inundated by both traditional institutional schooling and curriculum based homeschooling throughout our society. We are told that children must be 'schooled/taught' as opposed to following their own eager interests. Sharing concerns, questions, frustrations, fears, tears, laughs and joys with each other and forming a group that can meet to socialize and empower one another is what this list is all about. We wish to extend our welcome to not only unschoolers, but to those who might be tempted to try unschooling as well as families sharing "attachment parenting" and "natural family living" philosophies.
Respectful, humanitarian loving people of all backgrounds and faiths are welcome. We want to have fun in this group and we greatly desire that it be a means of having our precious children meet and form friendships with one another! We wish to learn from each other, cherish our similarities, appreciate kindly posted opinions, and be fascinated and inspired by diversities within our shared bond. At the same time, please do not join this list if you only want to argue against unschooling. There are plenty of traditional homeschooling lists out there you can join instead. We all want to do what is best for our children and families. Those of us who are here and have chosen unschooling see daily proof that it works. If you are only curious and want to learn more, that's great and you are still welcome. All we ask is that you read for awhile first to get a feel for this group and then determine if it is right for you. To join, please send an email stating that you would like to join with a brief description about your wonderful family. Thank you!
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- To Subscribe, visit unschoolPB.
- UUHomeschoolersofSouthFLorida (UU Homeschoolers of S Florida) - UU Homeschoolers of South Florida is an inclusive group designed to support Unitarian Universalist homeschool families but you need not be Unitarian Universalist or currently homeschooling to join and benefit from membership. We are members of www.UUHomeschoolers.org a resource center where ideas, links, and resources related to educational are shared.
The purpose of this group is to give families living in South Florida the opportunity to contribute their own learning and life experiences while creating nurturing, interesting and fun activities for all. Our goal is to promote respect and compassion toward humanity, animals and the earth we all share.
UU Homeschoolers of South Florida does not discriminate. All are welcome regardless of age, race, religion or lifestyle orientation. Our goal is not to practice mere tolerance but to embrace and completely accept others regardless of our differences.
UU Homeschoolers of S Florida is a member of www.compassionatekids.com and supports their effort in creating a more compassionate world through our children.
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- To Subscribe, visit UUHomeschoolersofSouthFLorida.
- ValdostaHSers - This list for VAHA members and other Valdosta area (South Georgia/North Florida) homeschoolers to receive VAHA updates and other homeschool info, as well as communicate with each other for helpful homeschool related ideas, tips and information. You need not be a support group member to participate on this list.
For more information, visit Valdosta Area Homeschool Association.
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- To Subscribe, visit ValdostaHSers.
- VolusiaHomeschoolers (Volusia/Seminole Homeschoolers) - This is a secular homeschool group for those living in the West Volusia/Seminole area. Homeschoolers living in other areas are welcome to join as long as they are willing to make the drive to participate. We are a group of moms committed to providing a stable group for our children to see familiar faces at regularly scheduled activities and one that will allow them to form lasting friendships. Volusia Homeschoolers will provide park days, field trips, classes and activities. Since this is a homeschool group you must have at least one child in K-12th grade. It’s understood that many consider homeschooling to start at birth but in this case, since the activities are geared for the K-12th grades, you must have at least one child in K-12th grade. This group is for those looking to be a active participant in the group, no lurkers! Must be willing to participate at least once a month.
Volusia Teens is for homeschooled teenagers ages 11 and up. The activities and field trips will be geared towards this age group. This group is in addition to Volusia Homeschoolers, which will remain the main group for general information. For more information please visit VolusiaTeens.
For more information, visit Volusia Homeschoolers.
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- To Subscribe, visit VolusiaHomeschoolers.
- WaltonCoFLHomeschoolers - This is a place for homeschoolers in Walton county and surrounding areas to connect. Please feel free to place any events that may be of interest in the calendar and chat about issues concerning homeschooling. The goal is to form lasting supportive friendships between members and to have a calendar full of different local activities to choose from at any given time. We have an established playgroup that meets locally. You can join here DFSCH.
- To Subscribe, visit WaltonCoFLHomeschoolers.
- WellingtonHomeSchoolMoms (Wellington Home School Moms) - Welcome to Wellington Home School Moms!
Come join us. This is a place to connect with other homeschooling parents and kids in Wellington, Royal Palm Beach and the surrounding areas of western Palm Beach County, Florida, USA.
This is a free group, open to those of all religious or nonreligious backgrounds, who are homeschooling or are considering home education for their children. Whether you have preschoolers or school-aged children, whether you are using an expensive curriculum, or old cast-off school district textbooks, or using the library as your main resource, whether you like a classical approach, school-at-home, unschooling, Waldorf, eclectic, or some other method, whether you're new to homeschooling or an old pro at it, this is a place to meet new friends and find community. Feel free to suggest outings, start a discussion, ask for help, or just chat.
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- To Subscribe, visit WellingtonHomeSchoolMoms.
- YoungManateeHomeschoolers (Young Manatee Homeschoolers) - Informal list for homeschoolers in Manatee County, Florida who are homeschooling children pre-K through primary grades (and their siblings). The list exists for members to contact each other easily regarding group activities, local/regional activities for young homeschoolers, and provide mutual support. Prayer requests welcome, but please limit forwarding of inspirational and funny e-mails since everyone gets plenty of those.
- To Subscribe, visit YoungManateeHomeschoolers.
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Please notify if your email list, support group, message board, forum or newsletter is not included here or if you see errors.
This is an ongoing project - please check back often for updates.
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Florida Atlas & Gazetteer
DeLorme
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The first choice of outdoors enthusiasts. Beautiful, detailed, large-format maps of every state. Perfect for home and office reference, and a must for all your vehicles.
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Homeschool Co-ops
How to Start Them, Run Them and Not Burn Out by Carol Topp
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Now homeschool leaders have a book to guide them through starting a co-op, running it and not burning out! In this book you'll find: Pros and cons of being in a homeschool co-op. How to start a co-op including running your first planning meeting Ideas for classes and activities for all ages Helpful advice on dealing with volunteers, setting policies, managing money and handling conflict.
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The Three R’s by Ruth Beechick
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Three resources in one READING, WRITING, and ARITHMETIC! Learn how to take the mystery out of teaching the early grades with this practical, down-to-earth guidebook from Ruth Beechick.
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Roadside Geology of Florida
Roadside Geology Series by Jonathan R. Bryan
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From the panhandle through the Central Lakes District all the way to the Dry Tortugas, authors Bryan, Scott, and Means lead you through a world of cavernous limestone, roiling springheads, and rock strata containing the remains of some of the strangest animals that ever walked the Earth.
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The Successful Homeschool Family Handbook A Creative And Stress-Free Approach to Homeschooling
by Dorothy Moore
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If you are thinking about homeschooling, or are struggling with a educational homeschooling curriculum that is difficult to use, let Dr. Ray and Dorothy Moore show you how to make homeschooling an easy-to-live-with family adventure in learning. This low-stress, low-cost program shows you how to build a curriculum around your child's needs and interests - and around a realistic family schedule.
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Florida’s Living Beaches
A Guide for the Curious Beachcomber by Witherington; Dawn and Blair
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Florida has 1200 miles of coastline, almost 700 miles of which are sandy beaches. Exploring along those beaches offers encounters with myriads of plants, animals, minerals, and manmade objects all are covered in this comprehensive guide.
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Florida Off The Beaten Path
Off The Beaten Path Series by Diana Gleasner
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Discover Florida's unique and offbeat treasures in this guide to the Sunshine State--explore the undeveloped beaches of Shell Island, pilot your own airboat through wild cypress swamps in Kissimmee, tour greenhouses full of multicolored cacti, and much more.
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Florida Butterfly Caterpillars and Their Host Plants
by Marc C. Minno
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Because of Florida's mild climate and diversity of plants, caterpillars thrive in abundance in the state. Florida's butterfly fauna consist of temperate species from eastern North America, tropical species from the Caribbean region (including 11 species of exotics that have become established over the last 100 years), and unique races that are found nowhere else.
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The First Year of Homeschooling Your Child Your Complete Guide to Getting Off to the Right Start
by Linda Dobson
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This book is so down to earth that it will put anyone at ease, and the advice she and the many other homeschoolers give is so practical.
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S Is For Sunshine A Florida Alphabet
by Carol Crane
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S is for Sunshine is not an ordinary alphabet book. It's a unique alphabet book of the Sunshine State...Florida. What makes it unique are not the beautiful, pastel-colored illustrations by Michael Glenn Monroe, but the combination of narrative and expository passages for each letter of the alphabet.
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Homeschooling: The Teen Years Your Complete Guide to Successfully Homeschooling the 13- to 18- Year-Old by Cafi Cohen
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The teen years are when many homeschooling parents start to question or abandon their efforts. It's a precarious time, with challenging academics, pressing social issues, and the prospect of college looming. Parents can now breathe easy: this guide calms the teen-time jitters and even offers hope to those just turning to homeschooling now that their child is about to enter high school.
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Vanishing Florida A Personal Guide to Sights Rarely Seen
by David T. Warner
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For most people, today's Florida means palm trees, beaches and a big Mouse, but there's another, more timeless Florida; of century old inns with winding staircases and elaborate gardens; of forests of live oak, pine, and palmetto, where the only sounds to be heard are the crickets and the wind.
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Family Math by Jean Kerr Stenmark et al
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A guide for parents and children to work together not on passive tasks of rote learning but in active game play, solving problems, experimenting and even discovering. With over 300 pages of lively activities, the classic FAMILY MATH book represents one of the greatest strides taken to involve parents in the mathematics education of their children.
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Priceless Florida Natural Ecosystems and Natives Species by Eleanor Noss Whitney, et. al.
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The authors enlighten us on every kind of natural area found within the Sunshine State. Imagine yourself trekking into a hammock, slogging through a swamp, floating down a river, strolling along a beach, hovering over a coral reef, or probing the depths of an underwater cave.
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