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Writing Groups
Adult Writing Groups: PPLD
Youth Writing Groups: PPLD
Recommended Websites
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Tips from actual homeschooling parents put together by Alpha Omega Publications.
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From Gizmo's.
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For historical fiction series, try this site.
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From Hongkiat.com.
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AirPano is a gallary of 3D aerial panoramas of famous and interesting sites and monuments! Check it out!
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News and articles about 3D printing. From Mashable.
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Find projects, tutorials, and inspiration. From MAKE Magazine.
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Web-based 3D modeling tool.
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From Gizmo's Freeware.
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Introduction to the 7 key qualities that define strong writing. For depth, click on the "Rubrics (Scoring Guide)."
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Search any bird in North America and get great information and photos.
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Step by Step guide to researching and writing a paper and finding information in cyberspace. From Internet Public Library.
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This site covers 25 math topics for K-8th grades.
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This is a cool site. Enter your spelling words for this week and play the interactive study games with your words!
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This site provides lots of information about our Federal government. This section has great information about everything having to do with the U.S.
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Mission is to support students, parents, teachers, schools, and districts to better meet the needs of their struggling learners. They work with a variety of groups committed to leveling the playing field for all learners, including public schools and districts, home schools, military families, virtual schools, charter schools, private schools, public schools, and child care agencies.
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Students experience standards based instruction taught through the arts. In addition, students will receive studio time instruction in performing and visual arts. Students will have an opportunity to show what they have learned in a culminating event at the end of the year.
(719) 234-1473
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Yearly Oratorical Contest and Essay Contest allow students to compete on a pre-determined topic. The top three winners in each contest receive medals and savings bonds. District level winners are awarded scholarships. The local club also sponsors a Brain Bowl for middle school students and Liberty Day activities for 5th graders.
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Grades 6-12
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Free and fun games!
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Information from Medline Plus.
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Information for birth mothers and adoptive parents.
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PPLD Reading List.
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Contains previous New York Times lists.
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Links to articles and resources.
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ACTS is a private, volunteer-based, Christian homeschool co-op designed to provide opportunities for student enrichment and fellowship. Meets at Rocky Mountain Calvary Church (near intersection of Austin Bluffs and Academy) during the fall and spring semesters.
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655+ Fables with lesson plans, comments, suggestions, and suggested morals.
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Math tutors to help with everything from elementary school math to AP statistics. No appointment necessary. Only available during the school year.
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Ages 8 - 18.
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The Alex Awards are given to ten books written for adults that have special appeal to young adults, ages 12 through 18.
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American, Literature, English Literature, and Western Philosophy by author, title, and date.
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Algebra lessons, homework guidelines, math study skills. Straight-forward examples and explanations from basic math through algebra.
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All About Reading consists of Pre-reading and Levels 1-4. It teaches all key components of reading in a fun and engaging way.
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All About Spelling is a seven level program. Based on the latest research, this award-winning program provides complete and comprehensive instruction using the Orton-Gillingham approach.
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“This site has soooo much to offer if you are looking for an all-in-one h.s. curriculum online. Even if you don't use it as is, you can parcel it out”
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“A Better Way to Buy Local!” Making it easier for you to choose healthy alternatives for your family. Online farmers market, as well as most products and produce you can find in a natural grocery store. Local monthly “drop points” in Monument, Black Forest, and Colorado Springs.
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Compiled by Publishers Weekly.
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Search books by genre, plot, theme, character setting, etc.
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Monarch, Switched-on Schoolhouse, LIFEPAC, Horizons, and Weaver curricula.