I remember when my oldest son and I were going over an essay he had written, and I was asking him for a clearer explanation in his writing because the average reader wouldn’t understand what he was saying.  His response was that no one else was going to read it any way!  Now I know that writing for your own blog would certainly be a cure for that! And I have great guidelines for how to help our children begin a blog, a 45-page e-book, Prelude to a Blog.

I have been so blessed to read Prelude to a Blog by Sisterlisa.  This isn’t a technical “how-to create a blog” e-book, but a consideration of why begin a blog, cautions and experienced advice.  As parents, we are encouraged to be the authority, along with Christ, over our children and what they share.  This isn’t a simple school project, but a commitment that deserves prayer.

I know I’ve personally fumbled around on my blog.  I’ve been appropriately “accused” of having a blog, not actually blogging!  Will the blog be a journal?  Will your child post school assignments?  Will your child share his or her faith?  Having a reason for your child to blog is a great place to start, and the “ins and outs” of why, where and how are discussed.

I especially appreciated the good advice about safe sites to begin blogging for kids and etiquette.  I remember the first e-mailing etiquette I learned was not to type in all capital letters; all caps means you’re yelling.  I think Sisterlisa equips us well in this e-book with safety precautions and cyberspace manners.

I think this e-book fills the gap of what to consider before beginning the physical blog.  Blogging could be a great creative outlet or just the motivation your child needs, and you’ll feel confident after reading this e-book.  And Prelude to a Blog isn’t just for our students but for adult bloggers, too.  I think it’s a great tutorial, or prelude, for anyone considering blogging!

Thanks for stopping by,

Danielle

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Diana (flybaby) is the winner of Pocketful of Pinecones!  Congratulations!  I'll be posting another giveaway in the next week; feel free to comment and leave your e-mail address, so I can notify you when I post the giveaway.  Tell me what you'd like to win---with maybe the age range of your kids and subject you need info on, as I can't go buy the specific book you want - hehe ;-)

Blessings, Danielle

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I am so excited about "attending" the Creation Science for Kids classes with Felice Gerwitz!  This is one of Cindy Rushton's Talk-a-Latte online seminars, and it just so happens to coincide with our planned schooling.  One of the great things about these seminars is when you purchase your "ticket" you have access to them "forever," so if the original presentation doesn't work with your schedule, you can participate when it's convenient for you.

These classes are going to be live on Monday mornings for the next six weeks, are for K-8 kids and their parents, and cost $29.95.  You'll have access to the Membership Site with audio and print downloads and science experiments!  Check it out for all the details!  These seminars are so worth the time and money investment, and  we are looking forward to participating in this first-time class for kids!

Onto the giveaway:  Again, I am asking you to go check out some information in order to enter!  I am giving away a lightly used copy of Karen Andreola's Pocketful of Pinecones!  This is a beautiful book about Nature Study written as a diary.  Please check out one of the links above then comment back here.  You get a second entry if you actually purchase anything (seminar or e-book) through one of those links; tell me what you purchased.  And please leave your name and an e-mail or blog address when you comment, so I can contact you!  This is open to everyone, everywhere (we'll pay for the shipping) until Monday, September 22nd at Noonish (I can't keep track of all the time zones!).

Thanks for stopping by!                                                         Blessings,  Danielle

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I want to thank you all for participating in this giveaway.  It has been fun meeting so many homeschoolers, new and seasoned, and getting to check out several blogs.  I have so many resources around here, I will be doing another giveaway soon, just because it's fun to share!

I am excited to announce the winners from the "Homeschool Closet Giveaway" ---  The winner of Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons is Beverly and the winner of A Reason for Handwriting is Ila (Little Chick)!  Congratulations!  I'll be e-mailing you both shortly.

Check back soon!

Danielle

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Thanks to Valerie at Christian Preschool Printables for this great giveaway idea!  I am asking you to "invest" some time, but it will be well worth it, even if you don't win ;-)  Oh, what might you win? 

A Reason for Handwriting Manuscript A  This is brand new; I ordered it, then realized my daughter was already past this level, so let's get it off the bookshelf (or out of the homeschool closet!).  This is for kindergarten level; click on the title for more info.

Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons  It's true, I'm giving this away.  I bought it at a used curriculum fair at a steal (I already have my own copy).  It is yellowed on the outside but looks unused on the inside!  We've found this to be the easiest way to learn how to read and can add more phonics "rules" as needed.

What do you have to do?  Check out Cindy Rushton's Organized Mom Super Set; it's available for half price through September 7th!  I love Cindy and all of her information:  books, audios and websites!  Take a look around her sites! I have just recently "discovered" Cindy and her wealth of Biblical-based knowledge, and I want to share it!  Let me know if you're a member of her Let's Get Real Yahoo! Group! 

Then, 1: comment back here about Cindy and 2: tell me which item you'd like to be entered to win!  If you're interested in a "sneak peek" from Cindy, e-mail me (on my sidebar), and I'll reply with the links to download audio and handouts for A Quick Start for Notebooking Mini-Set!  It'll be a great preview to what new products she has coming soon!!

The drawing will be Sunday, September 14th, right before I go to bed...let's say 10ish.  I'm willing to mail to the U.S. and Canada; any Aussies or Kiwis would have to pay for shipping by PayPal; sorry.

Thanks for stopping by,

Danielle

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