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I mostly wanted to bookmark this to show my children, but then I thought there would be others who would enjoy this illustration.

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This is an old piece from The Cato Institute that I may have even had in my files once upon a time, but I thought it was one of the more interesting pieces on homeschooling and I really appreciated the historical look beginning with Raymond Moore and John Holt. I am of the Holt persuassion, and I have often encouraged people to look to work by Raymond Moore, especially when anxieties about

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Moving along slowly but surely... Kansas Area Homeschool Network has a website home once again. At this point it is primarily archives from the previous incarnation, but you are welcome to visit and browse. Changes and updates to the site will be announced from here. Living and Learning in Oz(Home of KS Area Homeschool Network)

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A friend from a local homeschool group shared the following.JoAnn's comments:This morning I just went to a screening of this documentary:http://www.commercialfreechildhood.org/events/consumingkids.htmlI give this film my highest possible recomendation, and it is my fervent hope that every parent in America would view this film immediately. In fact, I took my 11 year old with me to see it, and she

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This is a speech by Dagny, an unschooled teen, that I bookmarked ages ago with the intention of sharing it. It was given at the NE Unschooling Conference in May of 2008.Take a moment to read it when you have some time to sit back and just reflect on the words. There is a lot of wisdom here.My favorite part is this:Parenting should be a gift to you, not a curse. Parenting should be a beautiful and

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Lots to do at Union Station this weekend. Click here for details.

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This would be a great event to see if you find yourself in Kansas City. The exhibit is open May 23 through September 7 and is free to the public.The Art of the Brick™ (An Art Adventure with LEGO®Bricks)The exhibit consists of approximately 30 artworks created solely from LEGO® blocks, by artist Nathan Sawaya. The amazing designs include Lennon Tribute, Apples, Infinity, Sunflower and Globe,

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For those of you who are looking to have teen drivers on your hands soon, Teendriving.com has a lot of good information for parents and young drivers, everything from tips on teaching your kid to drive to information on insurance and safety products.

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I just wanted to say that we (the mouse in my pocket and myself) are working on some changes for KAHN and the Living and Learning Blog.First, we will be going back to a website format because people report, repeatedly, that the blog format is hard to navigate. I will announce the site address soon. I will maintain the blog for announcements and quick updates.Second, in anticipation of our new and

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Read more from Sandra Dodd on Unschooling.

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Here's a website that looks promising. It seems to still be under development, but I am especially intrigued by the "games" section which is supposed to be complete by the summer of 2009.ABOUT OUR COURTSOur Courts is a free, interactive, web-based program designed to teach students civics and inspire them to be active participants in our democracy. Our Courts is the vision of Justice Sandra Day

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Dear Kansas Homeschool Families,We would be honored to have you judge speech and/or debate at the upcoming NCFCA Regional Invitational Tournament for high-school students.This is also a great way for you to find out about adding this opportunity to your homeschool program.Home-educated public speakers and debaters from five states will be competing in Overland Park from April 27-29.To find out

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The Chronicles of Narnia: The Exhibition makes its Midwest debut only at Union Station in Kansas CityMay 22-August 23!Explore the science and wonder of Narnia!Step through the wardrobe and into the wintry world of Narnia where in the midst of summer, you'll feel the snow on your face and experience the chill of the witch's ice throne first-hand.Based on the C.S. Lewis classic books and Disney

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Here's an online puzzle that will keep you entertained for a bit. You have to put each state in it's place on the map. Can you do it?State MapThanks for the link, Claudia.

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I enjoyed this quick tour of the human brain from the Alzheimer's Association, and I thought there were probably a number of others who would find it interesting, as well.

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Open Culture is a website my husband found. He's just been given his first MP3 player, a hand-me-down from our daughter, and he's become a big fan of the world of podcasts and lectures that he can download and carry it with him to listen to whenever he wants.There is truly an impressive collection here - everything from free audio book links to foreign language lessons. It has a list of

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An article on homeschooling from 4Marks, a Catholic website.The statistics in this article are mildly interesting.A 2007 survey of home-schooling parents showed that a majority educated their own offspring for moral or religious reasons. But those who home school because they want a more untraditional approach are growing, now up to a possible 32 percent of all home schoolers.But the article, for

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Greetings!My name is Robin Shrimplin and I am the education consultant for the Shawnee County Historical Society. I wanted to let your group know about the open house we are holding at the historic Ritchie House (built 1856) every Saturday in April from 10 am to 2 pm. The house is located in downtown Topeka (3 blocks east of the water tower) at 1116 SE Madison. The event is free and open to the

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An alternative education fair for students in kindergarten through 12th grade will be from 10 am. to 3 p.m. April 11 at Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont.Representatives from all types of education, including, private, charter, virtual, religious, homeschooling and Waldorf, will have displays and answer questions.The event is free, and refreshments will be provided.Call 842-4882 for more

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Here's a fun summer activity that might be available in your area. Click here for bowling alleys participating in Kids Bowl Free in Kansas.If the whole family likes to bowl, there is apparently a family pass available at a very reasonable rate.The Family Pass was created to allow for adult family members to enjoy bowling throughout the summer as well. The Family Pass costs $23.95 (except Royal

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RoboMasters was founded in 2005 with the goal of teaching children engineering principals through working with Lego Mindstorms Robotics kits.For summer camp information, Wichita area, click here.

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Update: April 2 Unfortunately, the HANCK art show has been post-poned until further notice. We'll post the notice again if they are able to reschedule.

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This might be a fun activity to attend if you are near Topeka.from the flyer: "Enjoy some of the delicious food Topeka restaurants have to offer, become aware of the well known and not so well known Topeka historical and fun attractions, delight in some of the most unique and exceptional art in the Midwest, and discover one-of-a-kind merchandisers your clients will find simply irresistible. Free

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Article in The Shawnee Dispatch, March 25, 2009.

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Editor's Note: Someday I'm going to take vacations and plan them around all these great unschooling conferences. Click our "Beyond Kansas" link and you will find a collection of conferences... just in case you are looking to plan your own vacation.London Unschooling ConferenceWhere – The Music Room, just off Oxford Street.When – 25th July 2009 (9 am to 6 pm with keynote @ 10:15)Why – Because

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