Essential Church School

Reading Logs

Kristy — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:00:05 +0000

Each year we have made a list of the books we have read together and the books that my students have read independently. It is amazing to look back over the list at the end of the year and see all that we have accomplished. My husband constantly jokes about how the girls have read [...]

Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government

Kristy — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:00:45 +0000

“Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government for Kids is the educational component of GPO Access, the Government Printing Office’s (GPO) free online service of official Government information from all three branches of the U.S. Government. Ben’s Guide provides information and activities specifically tailored for educators, parents, and students in K-12. These resources can help teach about [...]

HSLDA Essay Contest

Kristy — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:43:19 +0000

Here’s something that will look great on a school transcript and give your student an opportunity to work on their writing and critical thinking skills – and also learn something in the process! HSDLA sponsors an essay contest for home schooled students aged 7-19. Click here to view the rules and categories for each age [...]

Child Fun

Kristy — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 12:00:42 +0000

Child Fun has crafts, games, and learning activities for all ages. There are resources for parents as well.

Essentials of Music

Kristy — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 12:00:32 +0000

Essentials of Music is a website that features everything you need for a thorough music appreciation course with your students. Explore the different musical eras, learn about composers, discover the meaning of musical terms, and even listen to musical excerpts. Best of all, it is available online for FREE!

Kids.gov

Kristy — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:00:46 +0000

“Kids.gov is the official kids’ portal to the U.S. government. With links to over 1,200 web pages from educational organizations, schools, and government agencies, it’s geared to the learning levels and interests of girls and boys in grades K-5 and 6-8. While it is our mission to link primarily to government sites written for kids, [...]

Demand the Evidence Conference

Kristy — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:00:56 +0000

Demand the Evidence Conference is coming to Boutwell Auditorium on Saturday, August 28. Discover the answers to these and other questions: Can Genesis be trusted when it says God created the world in six days? What does belief in evolution say about the character of God? Is the earth really millions or billions of years [...]

eBible Teacher

Kristy — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:00:50 +0000

Looking for tools and lesson plans for teaching Bible? Check out eBibleTeacher.com for lessons, worksheets, flashcards, and even games! You can print the materials for FREE.

Garden of Praise

Kristy — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:00:16 +0000

I was surprised to find this website and the many FREE resources that it offers for study of famous people, art, math, Bible, and grammar. There are also links to interactive games for your students to reinforce their studies. Definitely take a look at Garden of Praise to see these resources!

H.I.P. Pocket Change

Kristy — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 12:00:47 +0000

With coins, we literally carry the past in our pockets. But most of us seldom stop and think about the historical riches at our fingertips. This site aims to change that! As we discover the hidden stories behind our coins, we can develop a fascination that can last a lifetime. H.I.P. Pocket Change is also [...]