Children’s Museum Homeschool Day

Sep 20, 2011 by

 

Planetarium

Planetarium at the Children's Museum

Kick off your new school year with a trip to Connecticut’s  Children’s Museum.

The first of six days dedicated to homeschool students will be held on Tuesday, September 27.

The museum staff is looking forward to helping parents tackle the challenge of teaching science topics and giving children the opportunity to socialize with their peers while exploring the wonders of the science world.

This month’s programs are centered on a building theme. Whether it is animal habitats, structures, or space shuttles, there is something for every student from ages 5 to 13. There is still room in all the classes. Visitors can register for a single program or as many as three.

See  detailed information on pricing and a link to register here. Pre-registration is required online, by calling the Children’s Museum  at 860.231.2830 x44 or via email at events@thechildrensmuseumct.org.

 

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Free Admission at Yale Peabody Museum

Aug 14, 2011 by

Don’t let a tight budget keep you from exploring the Peabody Museum of Natural History.  See all the exhibits for free during Summer’s Last Roar on Saturday, August 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., including a free puppet show.

Catch the world premiere of the Roxi Fox puppet show Roxi’s Fantastic Fish Adventure  at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

They’ll also be running an instant winner table, so be sure to grab a ticket when you arrive and see if it matches one of the numbers on the winner board.

Don’t forget to check out hands-on activities in the Discovery Room and the temporary exhibit X-ray Vision: Fish Inside Out, which features a fascinating collection of 40 black-and-white digital prints of several different specimens of fish.

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Rebecca Black Turns to Homeschooling

Aug 12, 2011 by

Rebecca Black

To escape bullying and harasment, Youtube sensation Rebecca Black has left her middle school in California to homeschool and focus on her career.

From constant teasing in the hallways at school,  to death threats via email, the 13 year-old has been through a lot in less than a year in the spotlight.

She’s not giving up on her dreams.

Watch her interview with ABC News for the full story, including her mother’s thoughts on homeschooling and supporting her daughter’s choices.

 

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5 Reasons to Spend a Day in Roxbury

Aug 11, 2011 by

Take a day off in Roxbury, before the last summer days slip away. What can you expect? The great outdoors, a dose of history, a Native American village, fresh picked blueberries and  dip in a cool river.

Friendly Sheep

1. Feed the sheep at Maple Bank Farm and buy fresh veggies to bring home for dinner at this small but charming spot.

Blueberry Picking

2. Let the kids pick blueberries at Maple Bank Farm.  They’ll get their own little bucket to fill and you’ll get fresh berries for an affordable price.

Mine Hill Preserve

3. Hike through the Mine Hill Preserve and explore the old mine and furnaces.  The trails are well maintained and can provide a challenging hike.

Replicate Algonquian Village

 

 

4. Explore a replica of an Algonkian Village  at the Institute for American Indian Studies. Check out their children’s indoor exhibits including hands-on activities that will delight the kids.

 

 

 

 

 

Hodge Park, Roxbury CT

5. Finally, cool off in the Shepaug River, search for stones or fish or relax in the shade at Hodge Park.

Bring sunblock, bug spray and lots of bottled water and enjoy the beauty of Roxbury!

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Learning Online

Aug 10, 2011 by

Learning online.

If you have a child who loves to play computer games but resists schoolwork, have a look at some of the educational programs online to supplement their skill development.

There are tons of resources for math and reading, but if you are interested in a comprehensive program that lets you track your child’s progress, can be used for multiple grade levels and covers every subject (all for one reasonable price), Time4Learning may be a good fit.

I’ve been invited to try Time4Learning for one month in exchange for a candid review. Time4Learning can be used for homeschool, after school, summer skill sharpening. Be sure to come back and read about my experience.

I will be testing out the program with my three daughters. We’ll be trying out the courses for grade 6, grade 3 and preschool.

Do you have an online homeschool program to recommend? Experience with Time4Learning? Tell us all about it in the comment!

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Old Sturbridge Village: Homeschool Day

Aug 9, 2011 by

History comes to life at Old Sturbridge Village.

Mark your calendar for Old Sturbridge Village‘s Homeschool Day on September 12, 2011.

From their website:

“During Home School Day we offer you and your children the opportunity to visit the Village and participate in hands-on activities and participatory programs. This is a great opportunity for children to gain exposure to many aspects of 1830s New England life in an interactive way. Also, special performances and demonstrations are planned for all audiences throughout the day.”

Can’t make it? Check out their ongoing educational opportunities or plan a weekend trip for a special event. See their homeschool program page for special rates and programs. The Village is located 45 miles from Hartford.
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A Nature Hike

Aug 9, 2011 by

Collecting sticks to build a shelter.

I’m always amazed at the way a group of kids can organize and accomplish something far more quickly when they are motivated by their own interests. During a recent hike with our homeschool group, the kids collectively decided to build a shelter. They began working while the moms where still in the parking lot chatting.

We thought we were going for a nice hike a few minutes later, down to the lake. We didn’t realize that they were on a mission to find more large sticks and driftwood for their shelter.

They waded in the water briefly, then began collecting again, each child making a contribution (as much as they could carry).

Carrying the sticks back to the shelter.

“Can we go back now?” They were no longer interested in the lake. They needed to get back to work. They hauled arms-full of sticks up the trail leading back to the parking lot where they had begun their shelter, with the moms and little ones straggling behind them.

They spent the next hour building the sides, constructing a roof of leaves and branches and playing together, stopping only for a drink of water and a snack.

At the entrance to the shelter.

Teamwork, at it’s best.

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