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Coastal Florida Curriculum Fair

February 28 - March 1, 2014

S E M I N A R S

Friday, February 28th, 5:00 PM

1. Confessions of a Homeschooling Failur e Tammye HamiltonHomeschooling is challenging and can leave the best mom feeling like a failure. Do you worry that

you are not doing your best for your children? Do you find yourself wanting to quit? Join this

homeschooling mother of eight as she shares from her own experiences to give you renewedperspective and encouragement for your personal journey.

2. Preschoolers: Creating a Love for L earn ing Barb Mesh

This seminar will help parents prepare for early learning and get ready to tackle the early elementaryschool years. Barb will cover creating an encouraging learning environment, examining relaxed and

traditional approaches, reviewing appropriate curriculum and activities to use at the preschool agethrough third grade, as well as finding support available for social and educational outlets.

3. I nni e or Outie? Julia Brickman

Does your child like to be immersed in a breadth of activities? Is she outgoing, expressive and at homein the world? Or does your child prefer solitary activities, spending time reading and reflecting? Does

he show fewer but more intense interests? In this seminar find out how to decipher whether your child

is an Extravert or an Introvert and what that means to your family and school life. This teaching willdiscuss how these two personality types differ, how they gain their energy and direct their attention,

and how they like to learn.

4. Why Teach a Chri stian Worl dview? Steve PonceIn order to protect the sacrificial investment we make in the lives of our children, we must instill a way

of thinking that is contrary to a fallen, sinful world. The Bible gives us a foundation for every aspect

of life--not just the religious side. Homeschooling parent and youth pastor Steve Ponce shares how to

cultivate and nurture a Christian Worldview in your children.

5. Raising Chi ldr en to have a Faith that Lasts Jonathan Cronkhite

Do you find you are running out of the house encouraging kids to grab their math books to work onwhile you wait at the doctor's office? Do you spend more time drilling your children on spelling than

encouraging scripture memory? Why is impressing the Word in the home vital to a child's faith? We

will explore the Scriptures, examine research and expose statistics regarding why so many parents inthe church are losing their children to the world, and we will share a vision for intentionally raising

children to serve the Lord. We send out the participants with a list of "Home Impressions": simple

ideas parents can apply immediately to "impress" the Word on their children. (Dt 6:4-9) You will leaveinspired to re-prioritize and encouraged to leave a legacy of faith.


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Friday, February 28th, 7:00 PM - KEYNOTE ADDRESS

How to Have the Best Homeschool Ever! Bob Farewel lRekindle the flame of homeschooling by creating a Learning Lifestyle that involves the whole family

especially dad! You can enhance your childrens learning experiences through practical, simple

lifestyle choices. Bob Farewell, homeschooling dad and co-founder of Lifetime Books and Gifts and

Bringing Dads Home, is sure to make you laugh, cry, and be assured in your calling. Topics includegoal setting, lifestyle adjustments, avoiding burnout, incorporating Living Books into your daily

routine, and raising entrepreneurs.

Saturday, March 1st, 9:00 AM

6. Simpl ici ty: A Recipe for Homeschooling Success Tina FarewellMultiply 7 or 8 subjects a day by 5 days a week by the number of your children, and youve got a

recipe for burnout! But educating your children at home doesnt have to be complicated. Learn how to

make the Bible come alive for your children, how to use the time-honored technique of copywork forlanguage arts instruction, and how basing your studies on Living Books makes all subjects flow

together naturally.

7. An Or ientation to Homeschooli ng in F lor ida (FPEA ) Jeff HallA must for all new and prospective homeschoolers, presented by veteran homeschooler and Florida

Parent Educators Chairman, Jeff Hall. He will map out the requirements and give you tips on how to

get started in your homeschooling adventure.

8. Hope for Home Schooli ng F amili es Jim SullivanLearn how you can set the atmosphere of your child's home school experience as one that produces afaith-filled, hope-infused mindset as well as "inoculate" your child from the cynicism, fear and anxiety

that have become pervasive in our culture.

9. Cri tical Thinking in Mathematics (RightStar t Math) Ann MeolaWe want our children to become critical thinkers. Teach mathematics so that you emphasize thinking,

not just memorizing. Help your childs brain develop real analytical, problem-solving skills.

Understand the teachers role of asking questions, encouraging the child toward deeper thinking.

10. Learn to Read and Write with PAL (IEW) Karen Franklin

Announcing IEWs Primary Arts of Language (PAL), a beginning reading and writing program based

on Anna Ingrahams 70-year legacy. Designed to provide everything you need to start your K-2students reading and writing, these multisensory, interactive materials will give your children a

foundation for excellence in writing as they take delight in learning.

Saturday, March 1st, 10:30 AM

11. Shaping World Changers Jon and Tammye HamiltonThe Hamiltons began their journey of homeschooling their eight children in 1985. In this seminar they

will share the key principles on which they built their family during their three decades of parenting. If

your desire is to raise visionary adults who are full of Christ-centered power, passion and purpose, you

will not want to miss this workshop.


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12. Encouraging the Heart of a F ather Rick AndreassenCoach Ricks prayer and goal is to encourage, encourage, and encourage some more. The role of

a father is a high calling God has called you; He will equip you: Homeschooling Dad, head of thehousehold, protector, provider, comforter, handyman, coach, referee, Leg-o-man, etc. Its not our

ability God wants, but our availability to Him. He is the Father and Parent of all parents And HE IS

FAITHFUL! Coach Rick has an amazing way of communicating the heart of the Father to the heart of

a father! Dads, this is one workshop you dont want to miss Please come and be ENCOURAGED.(Moms are welcome to attend.)

13. Help! What Do I Use for Cur ri culum? Barb MeshCome join Barb Mesh to discover just the right ingredients for finding the core of your curriculum.

Her presentation will revolve around teasing out the answers to the following questions:

Is there a Core Curriculum? Is it one we all need to strive after? Will I do my child a dis service if I

don't find or follow the Core? Are there gaps in education? How do the gaps get filled? FairWarning.....be ready to jump outside the box!

14. The Mighty Deeds of God in Government Brenda MacMenaminCome and learn the Mighty Deeds of God (Ps 78) in establishing our Liberty! What is Liberty?

How do we walk in and promote Liberty? Join our accredited, full year GOV & EC and BUS, Biblical

Worldview courses through American Heritage Today. Also learn about Convention of States, aChristian liberty project started by Michael Farris, founder of HSLDA.

15. How to Teach the Research Paper (Her itage Classical Center) Valerie OttingerThis workshop will give parents a process for teaching research papers to their students in grades 7-12.Ready-to-use handouts and strategies will be provided. Valerie Ottinger has a Masters degree from

Wheaton College and has taught English, writing, and journalism to students in grades 7-12 and

writing at the college level. Currently, she and her husband teach homeschool students at HeritageClassical Center.

Saturday, March 1st, 12:00 noon

16. Creating a L if estyle of L earn ing: Using Real Books and Real L if e Experiences in Your

Homeschool Bob FarewellGet out of the educational box! Far too often we think of homeschooling as merely a way to teach our

children academic subjects; however, it is so much more than that! A Lifestyle of Learningusing

every days teachable moments as the springboard for your childrens educationis child-oriented,parent-encouraged, and Holy Spirit-inspired.

17. Piecing Together the H igh School Puzzle Joanne MastronicolaDo you need direction in navigating homeschooling through high school? Joanne wrote the book on

homeschooling through high school in Florida. She will cover what to do about classes you dont feel

"qualified" to teach, earning high school credit in middle school and much more.


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18. Rescue the Perishing: H elp for the Struggli ng Math Student Lori Morrison

A veteran teacher / home educator / tutor of 33 years, Lori Morrison has had exceptional success in

facilitating mathematical breakthroughs for deeply struggling students. Leveraging a variety ofcreative, result-fetching approaches, she remains committed to her ultimate goal of infusing her

students with confidence based on understanding. Lori has developed Access to the Answers, a

foundational tool which enables students to conquer multiplication through fractions with confident

assurance.

19. L iven Up Your H omeschool Trish Stark/Renee Boesch

(Classical Conversations)

Classical Conversations, a K-12 program, invites home-centered educators to come and be empowered

in educating children classically through modeling. Designed with a biblical worldview, Classical

Conversations programs provide community, structure, accountability, and much needed support.

Classically educated students are thinkers, effective communicators, and natural leaders. Come hearhow Classical Conversations can provide your homeschool with all of the above, and how we partner

with you to equip your students to be able to learn ANY subject. Student presentations included!

20. Breathing L if e in to Language Ar ts (Total Language Plus)Rosie WatsonLanguage Arts is a critical part of a student's education and yet working through spelling, vocabulary,

grammar, writing, reading comprehension, critical thinking and character development can consumemountains of time and energy. Rosie will discuss how these subjects can be combined and brought to

life for grades 3-12, through the study of great literature.

Saturday, March 2nd, 1:30 PM

21. I f Thi s is Homeschooli ng, Why Am I Always in the Van? Tina FarewellField trips and activities can be terrific learning tools, but they sometimes get in the way of what God

calls us to do. We must discern between adult peer pressure to do everything and Gods plan for our

families. The best learning takes place in a calm, peaceful environment. Tinas practical workshophelps you identify busy-ness versus effectiveness and teaches you how to de-clutter your life both

inside and outside the home.

22. Preparing for Col lege Admissions Joanne MastronicolaCome learn about the journey through credits, transcripts, high school graduation and college

admission requirements from a knowledgeable homeschool parent who has been down this road.

Joanne offers a bounty of helpful information and resources for your college-bound student.

23. Parental Rights Under F ir e Jim SullivanLearn how your right to direct the education & well-being of your child is under threat in the courts,

the state, the nation, and the world. This seminar will empower you to help preserve this preciousliberty.

24. Developing a B ig Wor ld M indset in the Small World of H omeschooling

Jon and Sara HamiltonJon and Sara have served in China since graduating from North Central University in 2011. They have

taught in universities, worked with children in a special needs orphanage and currently work with

unreached minority groups in remote villages. This dynamic young couple will share howhomeschooling and intentional parenting equipped them to take risks and impact the world.


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25. Feeding the I nnovative M ind (Knowledge Exchange) Tim Reynolds

This workshop goes over the ways to feed and grow the innovative part of our childrens minds. Westress building the analytical part of the child through academics, but we routinely neglect the

inspirational part that creates that spark. Thomas Edison said that invention was 1% inspiration and

99% perspiration, but without that 1%, we still fall short of true creativity. This talk is appropriate for

kids also.

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