Workshop Offerings
Nature & Science Journals: You CAN do This!
Incredible benefits await those who jump into science journaling!
Observation, organization, research skills and much more are developed
while time is spent studying God’s awesome creation and building
keepsake books. Perhaps you’ve wanted to begin nature journals but
weren’t quite sure where to start or how to inspire the kids. Or maybe
you started and ran out of steam and/or ideas. Either way, this workshop
will both inspire and instruct. Lots of samples and resources will be
shown.
History and Geography through Literature
So many books - so little time! Biographies, historical fiction,
exciting read-alouds: there is nothing quite like a great book to
capture the flavor of a place or event. How to choose them and how to
fit them into your day? Get great tips to both keep you on track and to
glean as much as possible from your reading. Whether teaching
chronologically, by unit study, with living books, or textbooks; this
workshop will provide loads of practical and inspiring ideas!
Hands-On Projects Across the Curriculum
Looking for simple ideas to spice up your lessons? There is nothing like
a fun, hands-on activity to make learning both enjoyable and even more
importantly: memorable! Come see actual student-made projects and see
for yourself how easy this can be. Subjects covered include Literature,
Fine Arts, Science, History and Geography. Taking home a few ideas from
this workshop may be just what you need to reignite the love of learning
in your household.
Hands-On Geography!
This practical workshop is loaded with interesting, easy-to-do ideas
that will bring a smile to your face - and your children's faces, too!
See samples of kid-produced projects. Learn how to incorporate geography
into your everyday life. This vital subject, heavily emphasized in early
America’s education is now, sadly, neglected. Discover for yourself not
only how important it is but how to teach it in this lively, encouraging
workshop.
Packing a Punch with Timelines and Maps
Maps make you snooze? Timelines confuse? Learn how to incorporate these
terrific tools effortlessly into your studies. From current events to
Hannibal’s march, utilizing timelines and maps makes history, geography,
literature, science, & the fine arts come alive! Learn how to choose,
use, make, and find these great resources. Discover the secret behind
using both tools together. Visually appealing, memory boosting, and very
hands-on: all learning styles benefit!
Science Secrets - Keep it Simple!
Elementary science is about exposure to science topics, introduction of
basic principles, and orderly thinking. If it feels like drudgery,
perhaps you didn’t know it’s also supposed to be fun! Reading great
books, talking about ideas, observing God’s creation, taking easy field
trips, and worthwhile hands-on experiences make teaching science a
pleasure, not a punishment. Put the joy back in science - keep it
simple! Come hear and see great ideas for streamlining your elementary
science curriculum. Your kids will thank you. Bonus: using the classical
approach to science? You don’t want to miss this one!
Academically Gifted: Elementary & Middle School Years
How do you know if your child is gifted? Should gifted children be
schooled differently? What are the special challenges of teaching a
gifted child? Are you looking for encouragement, advice, opportunities,
and resources? This workshop will cover much territory: from identifying
giftedness and recognizing traits (both positive and not) to choosing
curriculum and looking ahead to the high school years. Come, think
outside the box - you’ll be glad you did.
Ancient Civilizations: History Starts Here
What were the Ancient Civilizations and why are they important? Can we
teach thousands of years of history in one year? Ancient Civilizations
have had a great impact on life today (think current events). Learn to
teach history chronologically, Biblically, and in-depth. If you’ve ever
been tempted to skim through this time period because you never learned
this stuff yourself, be encouraged! You can teach this subject by
learning right along with your students. Fun, fast-paced workshop
includes an outline for developing a solid course, with ideas for
literature, resources, projects, and much more.
Entrepreneurs at Home
Raising a creative student? Have a teen? Looking for home income
possibilities? The Bible has much to say about money: from how to earn
it to how to save it. Are you including real life applications of
Biblical career and money concepts in your homeschool? It is truly
amazing how many different ways there are to make money from home, while
all the while reaping great benefits in the way of Bible study,
organization skills, banking, sales, marketing, and the list goes on!
This workshop is especially helpful for those who want to think outside
the box in their educational pursuits. Homeschooling doesn’t always have
to COST you money - sometimes it can make you money, too!
The following workshops are also appropriate for keynote or featured speaker slots:
The Wife’s Priorities: For Women Only, Please
Ladies, how can we support, encourage and equip our husbands to be the
best homeschooling dad and husband they can be? What’s the secret behind
successful dads? Using Biblical examples, real-life anecdotes, tips &
techniques that work, and a sense of humor, Maggie shares ways to build
up and support the “Principle” at home. This workshop could revitalize
your entire homeschool! Don’t miss it. (Husbands - this is where you
want your wife to be.)
Ministry at Home - Maggie and Tyler Hogan
Have a son or daughter with a passion for ministry or perhaps you are
looking to ignite such a passion? There are a myriad of ways to serve
the Lord while still a youth. Come hear from a mom and son who have been
challenged to allow God’s call on this teen’s life to be a focus for
their homeschooling endeavors. As you listen to Tyler’s story you will
discover ways in which you, too, can heed God’s calling, right from
home! This is a creative, heart warming workshop that will inspire you
to be who God wants you to be, no matter your age.
Confessions of a Real Mom
Are you the type to plan ahead? Do you have lists for daily activities .
. . or even a list of things for which you need to make a list? Or do
you find yourself disorganized and short on teaching time? Be encouraged
by a Real Mom, not the Martha Stewart of Homeschooling, one who admits
to running to Wal-mart for underwear when the laundry pile overwhelmed .
. . one who’s been married to the same wonderful man for 22 years, but
who simply forgets to cook dinner. How does one keep on track with
teaching when one is organizationally challenged? Doing our best in
homeschooling is important so we do need to figure it out! Come hear 10
Strategies for Successful Homeschooling from a very real mom.