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A Spelling Dictionary for Beginning Writers -- Based on classic studies and the author’s experience as a writing specialist, A Spelling Dictionary for Beginning Writers is an indispensable resource for the elementary classroom. This compact reference book contains approximately 1,500 high-frequency words that account for more than 90% of the words beginning writers use. A thematic word bank and a Mini-Thesaurus provide words by category and suggest alternatives for words students tend to overuse in their writing.This valuable tool helps children . . .

ALPHABETTER® Learning Vitamins for Alphabet Mastery and Reference Book Skills -- Do your children do what mine do when I say "Go get the dictionary."? Why is it that many children (and adults) do not like using one? The authors of AlphaBetter suggest that a key reason to our "reference phobia" can be a simple lack of mastery of the alphabet. The 4 minute AlphaBetter exercises drill your children on rapid recall of the relative positions of any letter with respect to all other letters.

Bob Jones Combined 1 Homeschool Teacher’s Edition -- This  book from Bob Jones University Press meets our needs as home schoolers head-on! It “combines” all of the former core teacher’s editions in one book and 2 CD roms. It includes all the assignments for each subject every day, check boxes for student progress, information about what you’ll need for each lesson, and a space for your notes. Daily lesson plan assignments cover these subjects: Phonics and English, Reading, Math, Heritage Studies, Science, Spelling, Handwriting, and Bible. . . .

Dictionary of Biology -- This Penguin Dictionary of Biology defines some 6,000 terms relating to this subject from amino acids to Y chromosome and Zygotes. Long established as the definitive single-volume source, with expanded encyclopedic entries it explains the most crucial concepts. It's a quick and easy-to-use resource. 

Dictionary of Chemistry -- This Penguin Dictionary of Chemistry is the ideal source of information for students of all sciences at any level. Comprehensive and packed with vital information, this edition takes into account of recent developments in this key subject area. It's a quick and easy-to-use resource. 

Fandex - 50 States -- 50 States: It's a portable, information-filled atlas of the United States. Alabama's hospitality. Texas' feistiness. Alaska's frontier spirit. California's innovation. More than just capitals, mottoes, and state birds and flowers, 50 States is a fresh collection of in-depth profiles featuring customs and culture, personalities and anecdotes, natural wonders and treasures, state by state (including Washington, D.C. ). Taken together, it's a guide that weaves a rich mosaic of the United States. Includes . . .

Fandex - Birds -- With its large images, bright colors, and die-cut profiles unmistakable the bird and the bird card could almost be one and the same. Birds: Wild Birds of North America is the ideal way to learn about North America's songbirds, backyard birds, shore birds, and birds of prey. From the diminutive Indigo Bunting, which navigates by starlight during its long migrations, to the fearsome Red-Tailed Hawk, Birds introduces 47 species and covers their habitat, range, diet, nests, eggs, and up-to-date conservation . . .

Fandex - Butterflies -- A favorite subject of kids, nature lovers, scientists, and collectors, Butterflies takes full advantage of Fandex's unique full-color die-cut format to celebrate 50 butterfly species, from the enormous Queen Alexandra Birdwing, with its 11-inch wingspan, to the Blue Morpho, whose stunning metallic-blue color is caused by tiny prisms in its wings. Each entry includes the Latin name, range, plants used for laying eggs and drinking nectar, migration and mating habits, and how to recognize the species . . .

Fandex - Civil War -- Civil War: An illustrated cultural history of the Civil War, is told through the stories of the men and women who lived and fought it, and the battles, accoutrements, issues, and events that defined it. The Clara Barton card not only tells of the "Angels of the Battlefield" but also explores the state of medicine during the war. The Shiloh card recounts a battle after which "the South never smiled again." Fifty full-color die-cut cards.

Fandex - Composers -- Composers is a chronological history of composers and their music, with intriguing facts, anecdotes, and musical insights into composers from Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven to Gershwin and Bernstein, together with other composers who form the Western musical canon.

Fandex - Explorers -- From Columbus spying the New World to Balboa beholding the Pacific to Neil Armstrong setting foot on the moon, EXPLORERS brings all the world's greatest explorers to life, from the Phoenicians to the present.

Fandex - Presidents -- Introducing a chronological field guide to all 43 of America's chief executives. Which President made the Louisiana Purchase? Which President won a Nobel Peace Prize? Who was in office during the Teapot Dome scandal, and who endured the childhood nickname "Useless"? From the historic Founding Fathers (three of whom died on the Fourth of July) to the 19th century forgettables (Fillmore, Tyler, Pierce, et al.) to our current leadership, PRESIDENTS lets you finally get it straight. 51 Die Cut Cards Full . . .

French Grammar 1 Flipper -- Students run their finger down the FLIPPER to the topic they want to refer to. Then they “flip’ the laminated cards up to reveal the card containing the information needed. Each FLIPPER Contains hundreds of rules, examples, and definitions printed on both sides of 3 !/2” x 5” laminated cards. Three holes permit carrying the FLIPPERS in a three-ring notebook. Great for review and quick look-ups - easy travel and handy storage!

Historical Atlas of the World
Rand McNally -- The Rand McNally Historical Atlas of the World provides a chronology of important events and show the impact these events had on the places where they occurred. From classical Greece 400 B.C. to the Middle East events in 2006, you’ll be able to see how cultures and civilizations where linked and how the interacted. The resource is required for Mystery of History, Vol 1.     The resource is required for Mystery of History, Vol 1.        

Home Schooling at the Speed of Life -- What should I do next, grade the math test or tackle the laundry? Homeschooling at the Speed of Life gives busy homeschooling mothers a thoughtfully thorough resource for bringing order back to their home-turned-classroom. In tune with today’s pace, the book provides basic home-management principles, teaching parents how to de-clutter their homes, develop life skills in their children, fame the paper monster, and keep organized records. Also emphasized are ways to build relationships and use the . . .

Information Please! Advanced (Grades 9 & up) -- This series could prove to be the most worth while investments you make for your children. It's not just a list of questions, it's a scavenger hunt for information making use of the encyclopedia, the atlas, the almanac, and all the other reference books you may have on your shelf collecting dust. Or it's ideal to learn your way around the library. Pat Wesolowski, home schooling mother of 7 children, came up with this when she realized she had an abundance of reference books at home, but her children . . .

Information Please! Beginning (Grades 1-5) -- This series could prove to be the most worth while investments you make for your children. It's not just a list of questions, it's a scavenger hunt for information making use of the encyclopedia, the atlas, the almanac, and all the other reference books you may have on your shelf collecting dust. Or it's ideal to learn your way around the library. Pat Wesolowski, home schooling mother of 7 children, came up with this when she realized she had an abundance of reference books at home, but her children . . .

Information Please! Intermediate (Grades 5-8) -- This series could prove to be the most worth while investments you make for your children. It's not just a list of questions, it's a scavenger hunt for information making use of the encyclopedia, the atlas, the almanac, and all the other reference books you may have on your shelf collecting dust. Or it's ideal to learn your way around the library. Pat Wesolowski, home schooling mother of 7 children, came up with this when she realized she had an abundance of reference books at home, but her children . . .

Information Please!, Getting Started Supplemental Questions -- A series of supplemental questions for Information, Please! Getting Started' to give more practice.

Keyboarding Skills (2nd Ed) -- Keyboarding and typing skills are increasingly important for student writers, especially those who struggle with the motor tasks of manual writing. This proven approach uses the innovative multisensory "alphabet method" to teach keyboarding skills to students of varying ages. This second edition from Educators Publishing Services contains new and expanded exercises and a student-friendly design. The book forms its own easel for ergonomic comfort.

Kingfisher Science Encyclopedia -- This science book is fascinating! I finally have pulled it from my kids long enough to get a look at it myself and try to describe it in a few short sentences. This hardback reference tool is something you'll use all throughout your home schooling years. Incredible pictures and amazing details of all kinds of science concepts such as human biology, chemistry and the elements, technology, light and energy, forces and movement, along with hundreds of others. You'll even learn about microprocessor technology. . . .

Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary -- More than 215,000 definitions, 700 illustrations. This best seller also includes abbreviations for chemical elements, foreign words and phrases, biographical and geographical names. Hardback, to last forever.

Merriam-Webster Elementary Dictionary -- 32,000 entries, 600-full color illustrations, with special sections in the back on abbreviations, signs and symbols, presidents, vice presidents, and geographical names. Paperback, ages 7 - 11

Merriam-Webster Intermediate Dictionary -- Over 65,000 entries with new words to help students write and speak effectively. New words from fields of technology and medicine. Ages 11 -14. Hardback.

Merriam-Webster Spanish - English Dictionary -- from Merriam Webster This bilingual, bidirectional guide to Spanish and American English has extensive coverage of Latin-American Spanish. More than 80,000 entries and 100,000 translations are included along with introductory sections in both Spanish and English. Abundant word-use examples, regular and irregular verbs will help you communicate effectively.

Merriam-Webster Synonyms And Antonyms -- Clear explanations of the distinctions between synonyms, example phrases included, paperback.

Merriam-Webster Thesaurus -- 150,000 synonyms, antonyms, related and contrasted words, and idioms, paperback.

Noah Webster's 1828 Dictionary CD-ROM -- No other dictionary compares with the Webster's 1828 dictionary. The English language has changed again and again and in many instances has become corrupt. "The American Dictionary of the English Language" is based upon God's written word, for Noah Webster used the Bible as the foundation for his definitions. This standard reference tool will greatly assist students of all ages in their studies. For home schoolers, as well as avid Bible scholars, it is easy, fast, and sophisticated. The 1828 dictionary . . .

POC4U - Person Optimized Curricula For You -- Its a Pre-K through 12th grades is a curriculum planning program that offers objective tools and solutions to help guide you through the curriculum maze. This small book contains the same tools as The Concise Learning Styles Assessment(#10-81612), and includes the following:  Determines the functional grade level in reading decoding, math and written expression (K through 8th grades.)Pinpoints the “right” curriculum for your child based on their chief learning style and strength.Gives . . .

Quick Study Astronomy -- Laminated QUICK STUDY GUIDES from Bar Charts provide valuable, clear and concise information on almost any subject. An excellent review/refresh aid, you’ll find this standard-sized (8.5 x 11) academic tool fits easily into any notebook, efficiently packs into a back pack or on a bookshelf, and travels well when studying in the van with picnics on field trips, vacations, or dental appointments... Great reference for classes including earth science and physical science as well as astronomy. This six . . .

Quick Study Home Based Business -- Laminated QUICK STUDY GUIDES from Bar Charts provide valuable, clear and concise information on almost any subject. An excellent review/refresh aid, you’ll find this standard-sized (8.5 x 11) academic tool fits easily into any notebook, efficiently packs into a back pack or on a bookshelf, and travels well when studying in the van with picnics on field trips, vacations, or dental appointments... How to start your own home based business. This 4-page laminated guide includes: Factors in choosing . . .

Quick Study Parliamentary Procedure -- Laminated QUICK STUDY GUIDES from Bar Charts provide valuable, clear and concise information on almost any subject. An excellent review/refresh aid, you’ll find this standard-sized (8.5 x 11) academic tool fits easily into any notebook, efficiently packs into a back pack or on a bookshelf, and travels well when studying in the van with picnics on field trips, vacations, or dental appointments... This guide outlines the basic concepts and principles of parliamentary procedures: Organizing meetings Debates . . .

Quick Study Public Speaking -- Laminated QUICK STUDY GUIDES from Bar Charts provide valuable, clear and concise information on almost any subject. An excellent review/refresh aid, you’ll find this standard-sized (8.5 x 11) academic tool fits easily into any notebook, efficiently packs into a back pack or on a bookshelf, and travels well when studying in the van with picnics on field trips, vacations, or dental appointments... Topics covered include: Public speaking overview Analyzing your audience Speech topics Researching . . .

The A To Z Guide To Home School Field Trips -- Edited by Gregg HarrisCan't think of how to turn your visit to the donut shop into a learning experience? This guide will help you do that and more! With loads of suggestions for places to go, it also includes questions to ask, biblical principals that apply, activities and more. There's even a field trip planner in the back. An excellent resource for your home library! 200 pages. Author April Purtell  Elizabeth Gaunt   John Gaunt  Gregg Harris

The Well-Educated Mind -- A Guide to the Classical Education You Never Had By: Susan Wise BauerAre you reading the newspaper when you could be reading a book? Have you missed out on, or lost, the enjoyment of great literature? A few minutes a day, four times a week, will enable you to: Author Susan Wise Bauer

Weaver Teaching Tips and Techniques -- Teaching Tips and Techniques is a comprehensive guide to teaching. This book will tell you HOW to teach and remove the mystery of home schooling. It includes information such as how to plan lessons, activity suggestions for motivation, and how to teach in a multi-level classroom. Also contains excellent book lists for each grade level, including classics.

Webster’s American Dictionary of the English Language,
1828 Edition. -- The 1828 facsimile reprint of the first American Dictionary, documents the quality of Biblical education which raised up American statesmen capable of forming our Constitutional Republic. Roots are traced in 26 languages. Examples come from classical literature and the Bible. One Christian scholar described it as the greatest reprint of the twentieth century. It also contains Noah Webster's dissertation, Origin, History, and Connection of the Languages of Western Asia and of Europe, and his Concise . . .

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