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Dumbing Us Down
The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling
by John Taylor Gatto
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In this tenth-anniversary edition, Gatto updates his theories on how the U.S. educational system cranks out students the way Detroit cranks out Buicks. He contends that students are more programmed to conform to economic and social norms rather than really taught to think.
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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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Learning All The Time
by John Holt
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This delightful book by the influential author of How Children Fail and How Children Learn shows how children learn to read, write, and count in their everyday life at home and how adults can respect and encourage this wonderful process.
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We find comfort among those who agree with us
- growth among those who don't.
~ Frank A. Clark
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Arizona Email Lists, Support Groups, Facebook Groups, Associations, Message Boards, Forums and Newsletters
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- Faith Home Educators (Tucson) - This is a support group for homeschooling families who regularly attend Faith Community Church in Tucson.
- For more information, visit Faith Home Educators (Tucson).
- Flagstaff Home Educators - Flagstaff Home Educators (FHE) is a support group for families who have chosen to home educate their children. Children benefit through various activities such as the Spelling Bee, National Geographic Geography Bee, Science Fair, Presentation Days, ice skating, bowling, social events, PE, Talent Show, field trips and much, much more. Parents benefit from fellowship, information and resource exchange, and of course, LOTS of encouragement.
- For more information, visit Flagstaff Home Educators.
- Fountain Hills Christian Home Educators - Fountain Hills Christian Home Educators (F.H.C.H.E). is a local support group for Fountain Hills, Arizona homeschool families. Though families need not be Christian to join or participate in group activities, we are unquestionably Christian! We seek to honor Christ in all FHCHE sponsored events and activities.
- For more information, visit Fountain Hills Christian Home Educators.
- Fun, Active Homeschool Families (Central Phoenix) (funahf) - A Central Phoenix based homeschool group focused on fun and wholesome playing and learning activities that value participation of the whole family, from toddler to teenager to parent. A variety of homeschooling philosophies and families are welcome with the emphasis on respect. Our group values are Family, Fun, Friendship, Connection, Trust and Respect of Individuality.
We offer a weekly park day, monthly play and learning activities, holiday parties, Mom's Night Outs, a yearly Academic Fair and yearly Creative Art Show and Tell. If you are interested in joining our group, please contact Kelly Jo Murphy at dbmmama6@cox.net to come to park day to meet us. We require new members to come to three park days to find out if we are the group for you.
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- For more information, visit Fun, Active Homeschool Families (Central Phoenix).
- G.I.F.T. - Moms (Phoenix area) (GIFT-Moms) - G.I.F.T. (Growing In Friendship Together) is a group that was developed to bring teen homeschool girls, ages 14 and up, together for friendship and fun. G.I.F.T. supports girls living in Arizona, residing in the Phoenix area and its surrounding cities. The girls meet twice per month, on Friday, to enjoy activities such as crafts, games, daytime sleepovers, going to the mall, and many other exciting adventures.
G.I.F.T. is not affiliated with a specific homeschool group, nor do we support any specific religious view. Our only focus is in providing a safe environment for our older homeschooling girls to enjoy each others company and have FUN together!
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- For more information, visit G.I.F.T. - Moms (Phoenix area).
- Gifted Homeschoolers of Central Phoenix - We are a group of families that have chosen to homeschool our gifted children. The purpose of our group is to provide social opportunities for gifted children to spend time together with other gifted children, and to help educate families who homeschool gifted children.
We are a social group only (no classes or co-ops) getting together for field trips, travel, adventures, holiday celebrations, community service, park days, fundraisers, parent education, and social interaction with peers. Visit our Gifted Homeschoolers of Central Phoenix website.
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- For more information, visit Gifted Homeschoolers of Central Phoenix Facebook Page.
- Gilbert Gifted Youth (gilbertgiftedyouth) - This is the discussion group for families of gifted youth who live within and around Gilbert, AZ. The purpose of this discussion group is to support families in bringing up their gifted tweens & teens. This group is moderated by Gilbert Supporters of the Gifted. We are also connected with the yahoo group Gilbert Gifted Tenders, which provides connections for families with younger children.
This group is open to families and professionals who are dealing with youth in the 7th - 12th grades who may be gifted or talented in one or more areas. It is our hope to develop an online community where we offer each other the information, resources, support, and friendship we seek to help our youth reach their full potentials. We look forward to meeting you and your exceptional family!
Please Note that this group is intended to be inclusive rather than exclusive. You will not be asked to provide evidence of giftedness. If you relate to the issues being discussed on this forum then you are very welcome here.
When you click [Join This Group!] Yahoo! will ask why you want to be a member of this group. You do not need to go into detail in this section as an email membership form will immediately be auto-sent to you. You will be approved for membership after you return the membership form and it has been reviewed by a moderator.
For more information, visit the Gilbert Supporters of the Gifted website.
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- To subscribe, go to Gilbert Gifted Youth.
- Grace Christian Homeschoolers (Northwest Valley) - We are a Christian Homeschool Co op who meet on Thursdays in the Northwest Valley. Our goal is to provide educational and social activities for homeschooling moms and students (K-8th grades) in a Christian atmosphere. We seek to do this in a flexible, cooperative way that complements rather than overburdens families with limited time and resources.
We host some exciting opportunities for any home schoolers (or online students) K-8 in Glendale, Peoria & Phoenix to join us for one day workshops or classes, a field trip to the zoo or a Valentine's skating party. If you are a Christan family and would like to enjoy these and more events and build friendships with moms and kids--consider joining our group!
We gather for Once a Month, Multiage, Thematic Co op Classes. We are able to pack in a lot of learning and socialization for a manageable commitment of time on the part of moms in a way that every one contributes and benefits. Those who are looking for more opportunities for their kids to play and learn together can get together more than twice a month (1 park day planning meeting & 1 monthly co op); those who are heavily involved in other activities can participate in a Christian homeschooling group environment in a more manageable way.
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- To subscribe, go to Grace Christian Homeschoolers (Northwest Valley).
- Greater Phoenix Area Homeschoolers (GPHS) - This e-mail group is to offer support for Homeschooling Families in the Greater Phoenix Arizona Area. Through networking together homeschool families in the area can offer discussions, encouragement, curriculum ads for either buying or selling, sales event notification, web site links for educational purposes, info on laws, freebies for educators, etc. This list is open to all, please keep the posts related to homeschooling.
- To subscribe, go to Greater Phoenix Area Homeschoolers.
- Havasu Christian Home Educators (HCHE) - Havasu Christian Home Educators (HCHE) was founded in 1985 and is a support group for Christian homeschool families in Lake Havasu City and the surrounding area.
We are here to offer support in the forms of information, encouragement, guidelines, resources and most importantly, prayer and Christian fellowship. All members of HCHE are encouraged to participate in the group by either holding an office or planning an activity.
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- For more information, visit Havasu Christian Home Educators (HCHE).
- Heart 2 HomeSchool (South Mountain/Laveen Village area) - Heart 2 Homeschool is a Christian Support Group for those living in the South Mountain/ Laveen Village area, who are home educating their children (this is inclusive of preschoolers). Our purpose is to provide encouragement to homeschool parents and socialization opportunities for the children. We accomplish this through weekly: park days, field trips, group gatherings and parent-led cooperative learning classes. (While we do not require every parent to lead a class, we do require their support). Our hope is to build a "little community" within our geographical location for Christian homeschool families.
- For more information, visit Heart 2 HomeSchool (South Mountain/Laveen Village area).
- Heritage Christian Home Educators (Prescott area) - Encouraging one another in our Christian walk, in homeschooling, and in the raising of godly children. Prescott and surrounding communities.
One to two field trips per month, other weekly and monthly activities including sports days, playgroup, and mom’s night out. Geography bee, spelling bee, Valentine’s ice skating party, and graduation ceremony each year.
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- For more information, email Jennifer at hche@cableone.net.
- High Desert Homeschoolers (Cochise County) - Here for homeschooling families in Cochise County. We are a small group of friendly homeschoolers in Cochise County, Arizona. We are made up of self-starters, and there is no official leader. We are simply a group of parents, grandparents, and guardians who homeschool and are seeking social interaction, friendship, and support with others who have chosen this path. Our group is open to all families, regardless of their homeschooling approach or religious outlook. Visit our High Desert Homeschoolers Facebook page.
- For more information, go to High Desert Homeschoolers (Cochise County).
- Holy Family Home Educators (Tucson area) - A gathering of Catholic families assisting each other in training and teaching our children at home to animate them with love for God and others. Our model is the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Tucson and surrounding area.
Co-op classes for grades 3-12, field trips, PE, teen activities, fine arts performances, celebrations of the liturgical year, Mom’s Night Out, annual curriculum seminar, and preschool play group.
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- For more information, go to Holy Family Home Educators (Tucson area).
- Home Educators for Christ (HEFC) (Pinetop/Show Low/Springerville area) - Welcome Homeschool Friends in Arizona. We are an all-inclusive group open to all homeschooling familes and those interested in learning about homeschooling. Purpose to share homeschooling information, online support, websites and links. Please avoid religious or political issues; they never go well. Pinetop, Vernon, Show Low, St. Johns, Heber, Snowflake, Springerville.
- For more information, go to Home Educators for Christ (HEFC) (Pinetop/Show Low/Springerville area).
- Home Educators of Central Phoenix (HECP) - HECP is a non-denominational Christian group of active home educators who are joined together to support one another in the educational process. We offer parent-directed co-op classes, regular educational field trips, as well as excellent opportunities to build long-lasting friendships with other homeschooling families. We gather weekly at a local park for a time of fellowship. We would be delighted to have you as a part of HECP, and it is our desire that you will feel welcomed, encouraged, and supported in your personal homeschooling endeavors.
- For more information, visit Home Educators of Central Phoenix (HECP).
- Home Educators of Surprise - Our goal is to work together to offer a unique learning experience for homeschooling families in the Northwest Valley.
We provide many field trips, Learning Fairs, outreaches, and P.E. For homeschooling families with children ages birth through high school age. Learning fairs, spelling bee, mom’s times, field trips, Science Center labs, father-daughter dance, holiday parties, and much more.
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- For more information, email Rebecca at heofs1999@cox.net.
- Homeschool Educators of Yuma (HEY) - Providing opportunities for fellowship and support of homeschooled families in a wholesome Christian atmosphere. Park day meetings, PE, field trips, newsletter, fellowship teens group, resource library, workshops, science fair, spelling bee, and IOWA testing by BJU.
- For more information, go to Homeschool Educators of Yuma.
- Homeschool Friends in Arizona (White Mountains) (Homeschool_Friends_in_Arizona) - HEFC is a Christ based Homeschool Group in the White Mountains of Arizona.
- To subscribe, go to Homeschool Friends in Arizona (White Mountains).
- Homeschool HUB (Northwest Arizona) (H_U_B) - HomeschoolHUB is a wonderful group in Northwest Arizona(serving Wittmann,Circle City, Morristown, Wickenburg, Congress and Yarnell) for those who choose to educate their children at home. We welcome all families interested in a positive experience . We exist for encouragement, support, and a resource to benefit one another in educating our children at home. The majority of our members are Christian, but it's open to anyone regardless of their faith.
This group is for those interested in making new friends for their children as well as for themselves. The ages of our children are just as varied as our teaching methods. We offer a weekly park day and do our best in organizing field trips, educational activities, and holiday events that fit everyones interests while encouraging our members to take part in making our group the best it can be.
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- To subscribe, go to Homeschool HUB (Northwest Arizona).
- Homeschool Santa Cruz - We hope to provide opportunities for homeschoolers to socialize with a purpose to build each other up and build their community as well. Nogales, Rio Rico, Patagonia, Sonoita.
Monthly park day in Nogales; youth field trips and occasional, informal get-togethers; and monthly parents' night out gatherings.
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- For more information, email Camille at homeschoolsantacruz@gmail.com.
- Homeschoolers 4 Him (West Phoenix area) - Homeschoolers 4 Him is a Christian homeschool support group serving the west Phoenix Metropolitan area. We meet Fridays from September through May for park day in the Goodyear/Litchfield Park area. We also meet for regular events throughout the summer. We communicate and organize group activities through a message board.
- For more information, visit Homeschoolers 4 Him (West Phoenix area).
- Homeschoolers Being the Change We Want to See Facebook Page (Greater Pheonix area) - The group is for service-minded homeschoolers in the greater Phoenix area. As I schedule them, I will post events where you and your children can come serve others. If you work with a non-profit that welcomes children to serve alongside a parent, please feel free to post information about it and/or schedule an event.
- For more information, visit Homeschoolers Being the Change We Want to See (Greater Pheonix area) Facebook Page.
- Homeschooling in the Phoenix Metro Facebook Page - This group is to share Homeschooling Resources in the Phoenix Metro. You can share field trips, ideas, activities, special events with others. You can also post curriculum-related items that you would like to give away or sell.
Please refrain from posting controversial topics such as politics and religion. Also, please do not promote personal business adventures.
If you know of a park day or support group opportunity, please add it to the Document listed in the Files section of the group. We have set it up so that you can add it to the location in the Valley.
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- For more information, visit Homeschooling in the Phoenix Metro Facebook Page.
- HomesCoolmoms (San Tan Valley/Queen Creek) (HomesCoolMomsAZ) - Welcome to our group! We are a group of homeschoolers located in the San Tan Valley and Queen Creek, Arizona area. HomesCoolmoms exists to encourage mothers of homeschoolers as well as develop friendships between them and their families. We seek to reflect the love of God and to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ among ourselves and the community in which we live. HomesCool Moms is intended to be a source of encouragement,sharing and personal fellowship through various activities. This is done through monthly mom's night out meetings, park dates, fieldtrips, holiday celebrations and activities.
Faith Statement: HomesCool Moms is a Christian based group that believes in Jesus Christ, His death and resurrection. We believe that the Father God, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit (The Trinity) are one and the same.The group consists of mothers from many different backgrounds,denominations and Christian traditions, but all share the common desire to reach out with the gospel of Jesus Christ and to bring glory to God in everything. We believe the Bible is the infallible Word of God, fully inspired by the Holy Spirit, and the authority by which we live. Because these beliefs are the foundation on which we live, fieldtrips, celebrations, activities and discussions around or with our children must embrace and agree on the basic truths of the Christian faith and the essential issues of salvation.
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- To subscribe, go to HomesCoolmoms (San Tan Valley/Queen Creek).
- Hualapai Hills Home Schoolers - HHHS is a Christian-based, non-denominational (open to all faiths), support group of home education parents desiring to draw creative ideas from each other to stimulate greater learning in their children.
- For more information, visit Hualapai Hills Home Schoolers.
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Search results from both LeapingFromTheBox and blogs
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101 Top Picks For Homeschool Curriculum
by Cathy Duffy
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Widely-recognized curriculum expert Cathy Duffy walks you through the curriculum selection process. This is an updated and heavily revised edition of 100 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum (2005).
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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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Free Range Learning
How Homeschooling Changes Everything
by Laura Grace Weldon
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Free Range Learning presents eye-opening data about the meaning and importance of natural learning. This data-from neurologists, child development specialists, anthropologists, educators, historians and business innovators-turns many current assumptions about school-based education upside down.
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Deschooling Gently
by Tammy Takahashi
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Deschooling Gently will help you whether you are new to homeschooling, or if you are experienced, but are in need of new approaches. Discover the best way to educate your children at home, not through rote process, but by learning how to find the answer within yourself.
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Homeschooling For Dummies
by Jennifer Kaufeld
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If, like many parents, you’re wondering whether homeschooling can be the solution you’re looking for, then you’ll be happy to know that the answer is yes.
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Homeschooling Your Struggling Learner
by Kathy Kuhl
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Whether you already homeschool, are considering it, or just want to help your child after school, Homeschooling Your Struggling Learner helps you teach your child at home. "Anyone who lives or works with a struggling learner will find many a valuable nugget to aid in their work with these children." Barbara D. Ingersoll, Ph.D.
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The Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling Teens
by Debra Bell
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Debra Bell has helped numerous homeschooled students, including four of her own, gain college admission and win substantial scholarships to the schools of their choice.
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The Unprocessed Child
Living Without School
by Valerie Fitzenreiter
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The Unprocessed Child is a work of nonfiction about a child raised with no coercion and no curriculum. It is the first book written about a radically unschooled child who has now reached adulthood and is a responsible member of society.
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